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Joseph Dutra Obituary
On the morning of August 9th, 2007, Joseph William Dutra Sr. sadly lost his fight against cancer and went home to Heaven.
Joseph (Joe) was born December 21, 1937 to Joseph and Leona (Rhodes) Dutra. He attended Arcata High School and it was there he met the love of his life Beverly Alden. They started dating their sophomore year in high school and were married in 1956.
Soon after marrying, Joe joined the Air Force. Throughout the years, he shared with his family many stories of his time spent in Turkey.
After the Air Force, Beverly and Joe made a home in Arcata for their family of six children. He was involved with his children’s activities whether it was Boy Scouts, Little League, or St. Mary’s school and church. Joe was a dedicated, unselfish and loving father to his brood!
In 1972, Joe and Bev moved their family to Blue Lake. Joe became very active in the community with Dancing Club, the Blue Lake Fire Department, and as a board member at Blue Lake School. He spent countless hours volunteering his time and efforts.
Joe loved sports! He enjoyed playing baseball for the Arcata High Tigers and the Blue Lake Chicks and in his later years, fast-pitch softball. He brought his love of the sport to his children and grandchildren by giving of his time and expertise to coach many of them in their various leagues.
Joe’s last coaching job was at Arcata High School, where he coached both his daughter and granddaughter’s fast-pitch softball teams. It gave him great joy coaching them and their friends.
Besides Beverly, Joe’s other great love was the San Francisco 49ers! He spent many summers in the boiling heat of Rocklin watching them get ready for their new season. It didn’t matter if they were winning or losing- he was a Forty-Niner Faithful!
After living in Blue Lake for 33 years, the Dutra’s moved to their dream home in Mckinleyville. Joe looked forward to spending his golden years there with Bev.
Unfortunately, his dream wasn’t to be realized. Just as Joe was getting ready to retire from the mill that he had worked at for the last 38 years, he was diagnosed with cancer.
His cancer was aggressive and took Joe from us three months later. His loving and generous nature will be sadly missed, but never forgotten.
He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Beverly; children, Natalie and Kerry Houston of Blue Lake, Nicki and Larry Wright of Rouge River, Oregon, Joseph Jr. and Glenda Dutra of Eureka, Dustin and Dora Dutra of McKinleyville, and Brooke and Kris Clark of San Jose; grandchildren Amy Houston, Sean Houston and fiancé Amy Roberts, Kelly and Ray Ross, Shae and Ryan Marquez, Bobbi Wright, Jesse Wright, Joseph III and Lara Dutra, Curtis Dutra, Darby Dutra and Ashley, Melissa and William Clark; great-grandchildren Jakob Ross and Haven Dutra; sisters Rita Beck (Ralph) and Leona Teixiera; brothers-in law Bill Alden (Linda), Gale Alden (Barbara); sister-in-law Marian Ghera; and aunt Mary Mellow.
He is preceded in death by his parents Leona and Joseph Dutra; mother and father-in-law Alice and Oscar Alden; and his son Darren Jay Dutra.
A Rosary will be held Monday August 13, 2007, at 7:00 PM at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Blue Lake. A Funeral Mass will be held Tuesday August 14th at 1:30 PM at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Arcata followed by an interment at St. Mary’s Cemetery.
Donations can be made in Joe’s honor to Hospice of Humboldt, Mad River Community Hospital Home Health Service, or the American Cancer Society. The staff of these organizations worked hard to make Joe’s last days as comfortable as possible.
Arrangements are under the care of Paul’s Chapel in Arcata.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Dutra
Doug Menefee and family
August 30, 2007
Dutras,
My prayers go out to you all. Your family has always been the rock our family leaned on for so many years. I love you guys...I have such special memories of each and every one of you....may God ease your pain and sarrow. I'll choose to remember all of the great times Joe brought us and rejoice in the many lives that he touched over the years...I am truely sorry. God bless you all.
sincerely with love,
Marge Silva Cutone
August 24, 2007
Bev & family, We were in Eureka in July and tried to contact you and heard you were in Portland. Tony and I are so sorry for your loss. Joe meant a lot to many people. Keep your faith and know you are in our prayers.
Love, Marge Silva Cutone & Tony
Debby (Ford) Jennings
August 19, 2007
To the Dutra Family,
My sympathies to your family in this very difficult time. I went to grade school with Dustin at Blue Lake. Both Mr. and Mrs. Dutra went on our 8th grade trip to San Francisco and I remember Mr. Dutra's very positive personality. I also remember him umpiring my brother's Little League games. Your family is in my prayers.
Linda Haines-Yaple
August 18, 2007
Dear Bev: You have been constantly in my heart the last few months. I was so glad I got to see Joe, when the big flag was raised, and to give him and you a hug. I know life will never be the same for you. God will give you the strength to endure each day and Joe will be there to welcome you when you finally go home. To Natalie, you are the one of the "kids" that I feel the closest too....my prayers are with you at this time. And with your brothers and sisters, although I don't know them well. I know God will be with you all as you learn to live each day without that wonderful man. Billy, I know how close you felt to Joe, and I am sending you a special hug. My prayers will remain with all of you in the weeks ahead.
Gail (Enright) Marvin
August 17, 2007
Dear Bev and family - SOooo sad to hear of your loss .It is such a hard time. Glad I could send him a hug through you in Portland. Take care of yourself . I will phone you again soon.
Love, Gail
Rodney & Toby Cox
August 17, 2007
To Bev and Family,
Where does one start, when remembering Joe. Community service? Sports? 50 years of heading up our class reunion? Toby and I were both "team mates" of Joe's, over the years and are better for it. Our best to you, your family, in your time of mourning.
Charles Combs
August 17, 2007
Bev,& family words can not express how sorry we are. Joe was a wounderful man and will be missed. Take care Lv Mike and Carol Combs
Ernie and Cheryl Johnson
August 16, 2007
He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. We are so sorry we didn't get to hug him before he left. Our deepest sympathies go with you and all your family that we have had the pleasure to know over the last 30 years. We have many fond memories.
Elsie &Joe Handy
August 15, 2007
Dear Bev, you are in our hearts
Suzanne C. Blackburn
August 15, 2007
Natalie, I did not know your dad [or most of your family!], but what I know of you, and having read what others wrote...you are truly blessed to have such a wonderful father! I am sure your memories will carry you through this. Please give my heartfelt regards to your mom and the rest of the family. This is never easy on those left behind. Your friend, Suzanne Camille Blackburn
Bebe Clifton-Birney
August 14, 2007
Bev and family please know that my thoughts are with you at this time of need. I remember Joe as a neighbor and that goes way back to when we both kids. He will be missed by many.
Carlos Avelar
August 14, 2007
To Mr. Joe Dutra's family, I was very sad to hear of his passing. Joe was always very honest, hardworking family man and a great coach, umpire, and sports fans of any sport in our area. I remember asking Joe to umpire Little league all-star games for us many years ago and he would always come down, never taking any money and always saying," it was for the kids". He was a great coach of softball and I even remember him playing ball himself, he was very talented and always played the game to win, but win or lose always a gracious athlete. My prayers and thoughts go out to you Bev, Natalie/Kerry, Dustin/Dora, Sean(grandson) and the rest of your family.
Sincerely, Carlos Avelar
Michelle (Menefee) Hahn
August 14, 2007
Bev and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I'm saddened by the news of "Big" Joe's passing, yet at the same time a smile comes to my face remembering our years as next door neighbors. Although it has been many years since we last saw eachother, Joe has always held a special place in my heart - as have all of the Dutra Family. I send my deepest condolences to all of you. You're in my thoughts and prayers.
Bill and Cheryl Stonebarger
August 14, 2007
I was shocked and saddened to hear of your loss. I have great memeories of playing ball with Joe - he was a great supporter. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lois Wild
August 13, 2007
Dear family of Joe,
Joe was a wonderful man. He was our daughter, Heather Wild's softball coach during her high school years. Joe was charismatic and had the gift of pulling the best out of his team. He was supportive and would encourage his "girls", but was not one to mince words if there were corrections to be made!
Joe and Gerry Paul were gifted in their coaching and all of their teams remember them with love.(Well, maybe a time or two that wasn't true!)Joe was a super man taken too soon from all of us. I would just look at him and smile.
Sincerely,
Lois and Dick Wild
Donna (Hyman) Strong
August 13, 2007
Beverly & Family; My heart aches for your loss. I worked with Joe in 1966 & 1967 and he was not only my boss but we became good friends. He treated me as an equal not someone who would look over my shoulder making sure I was doing my work. Joe was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather & great-grandfather. He meant so much to the countless kids and their parents while coaching & umpiring the many baseball games that he loved so much. Beverly and family, May God Bless All Of You with fond memories of your loved one as he will always be remembered by those who knew & loved him. Peace Be With All Of You. Love, Donna
McKinney's
August 13, 2007
Bev, Dustin, Brooke and the rest of the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this sad time. Joe will be greatly missed by all who knew him. We are so sorry for your loss, and we pray God will give you the strength to get through this. Joe is free to soar with the eagles now. Rest in peace dear friend. We will miss you. Richard, Shirley, Bryan, Aaron and Brett
Ted & Monica Heistuman
August 13, 2007
Our memories of your family are so strong. We always admired you as a family.
Condolences to all of the family.
Fran Thomas
August 13, 2007
Dear Bev & Family: Your grief knows no boundaries as this time. They say time heals all wounds but Joe passing leaves such a large gap. All his friends and family are going to miss him. My heartfelt prayers and thoughts are with you all. Love Fran
Patricia Linville-Strobel
August 13, 2007
Dear Bev & children: I cannot believe that you lost Joe so soon. He was just the greatest person and I treasure our high school memories together.I"ve been told that God gives us a certain number of days on this earth and when they are up, he'll takes us home. Joe used his days so wisely, and even tho your loss is so great I know there are angels surounding you and your family. I want you to know that I am praying for you and if you just need to talk, please call me. You two were my best friends in school and I still hold you dear. I love you. Patti Linville Strobel.
Mary Jo Gallagher(BL Church)
August 13, 2007
To Bev & Family,
My prayers, and sympathy go to you all at this time.
Glen and Nancy Hermans
August 13, 2007
To the entire Dutra family: Joe's illness was so sudden that I know this has been hard on all of you. It has been so nice to see the support you have given each other during this crisis. And, Bev aren't you glad that your children, grandchildren and great grandchildren have been so supportive? I know the your family will continue to be there for you because you've been so loving to all of them.
mike dal porto
August 13, 2007
We want to express our sorrow at Joes passing.I remeber when i first stated golfing , Joe was a lot of help to me .We are going to miss him at the 49er games It seemed we would run into each other before the game , even though ther where thousands of people around . Joe and your family will be in our prayers Mike and Joan Dal Porto
Sadie Card
August 13, 2007
Oh Bev, I am so sorry to hear about Joe. Though you had many years together, it wasn't nearly long enough..........Sadie Busenius Card
Pepe Pena
August 13, 2007
My thoughts and prayers go to you all. I always admired Mr. Dutra for the time he gave to his family. You could always find him at the games. Coaching and cheering.
BARBARA LAMAR
August 13, 2007
To Bev and all the Dutra family,
I was sorry to hear of Joe's passing. I enjoyed the years
I worked with him as my digestor operator. He than became a
Head Operator and I only saw him at shift change. He will be missed
by many. My prayers are with you.
Bruce Benjamin
August 13, 2007
Dear Bev and family. I am deeply saddened by the loss of a very good old friend,and high school buddy.My prayers and thoughts Go to you and family over Joe's loss.
Bruce Benjamin..Roseburg, Oregon
DONNA Mudford Frizzell
August 13, 2007
Bev, My heart goes out to you and your family. I have fond memories of you, Joe, Launi and Aloha Hollen when we all lived in Bloomfield Acres. Joe was always willing to give us a ride to the football games.
katie Scheel
August 12, 2007
Bev and family, Joe is home, in peace and watching over all of you forever! Our thoughts are with you. Bev, give me a call sometime, we'll go to lunch.
Katie Scheel
Sandi Ferguson Scheel
Perry and Margaret Huff
August 12, 2007
Dear Bev and family, we are so sorry to hear of Joe's passing. We hope your lifetime of happiness together will overpower your grief. Perry idolized Joe as a big brother since they were pre-school playmates! We feel privileged to have had Joe in our lives.
Krista deFraga
August 12, 2007
Dear Mrs.Dutra and family. I send you all my love and prayers. You are all such wonderful people and I have many memories. I am sorry I cannot attend the rosary tomorrow evening or mass. I will be praying for you all. My love Krista
Kathy Utterback
August 12, 2007
To the Dutra Family: I'm so so sorry for your loss. I was diagnosed with cancer last year, and it is such a shock. Please don't forget to take care of yourselves. Joe and Glenda, my heart goes out to you. I love you both very much.
My prayers are with you.
My son Kyle, is Little Joe's best friend and he has nice memories of grandpa.
Fondly,
Kathy Utterback
JoAnn (Heistuman) Newcomb
August 12, 2007
Mrs. Dutra, Natalie and family:
My deepest sympathy to you and yours. Mr. Dutra is a steadfast memory of my youth!
Marijean (Bertrand) Laden
August 11, 2007
I was saddened to learn of Joe's death. He will be truly missed by the class of '55. My heart goes out to Bev and her family.
Johnnie & Mary Avila
August 11, 2007
Our deepest sympathy to you Bev & all your family. We go way back in friendship to our youth & followed through with our kids doing things together. You both were God parents for Renee, & we were Godparents for Darren, Joe will now be with Darren in heaven. May God give you strenth & also eternal happiness for Joe in heaven.
Jerry Fisher
August 11, 2007
Farewell Joe....our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Iona M Ross
August 11, 2007
Bev and Natalie I was so sorry to see Joe in the obituary. Evert always enjoyed getting a sign of peace from Joe it was so heartfelt. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. Iona Ross
Lonna Davis
August 11, 2007
Beverly and family,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Joe was a truly great guy, and will be missed by many.
Alan and Paula Grissom (Adams)
August 11, 2007
Dear Bev and Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Joe was a wonderful person,I still have very fond memories of our families spending time together. Take care and God bless.
Pieter J (Harry) Vanderklis
August 11, 2007
Deepest sympathies from an old Arcata High School mate and AirForce alum.
John Vieira
August 11, 2007
The years have sent us on our different ways and time will bring us together again. Our Class Reunions will never be the same.
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