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Joe Mapes Obituary
Funeral: 1:30 p.m. Tuesday in Greenwood Chapel. Burial: Greenwood Memorial Park. Visitation: 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at Greenwood Funeral Home, with a catered reception from 2 to 4 p.m. Tuesday following the service.
Memorials: In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Giles Presbyterian Church, 8700 Chapin Road, Fort Worth 76116; or a charity of donor's choice.
Joe was born April 20, 1914, in Dimmitt, where he attended high school. He graduated from Texas Tech University with a degree in civil engineering.
Joe was an associate with Freese and Nichols for 46 years, where he retired in 1989. He designed bridges and water treatment plants and took great pride in the many bridges he supervised in the Texas area.
He was a member of St. Giles Presbyterian Church for 44 years, where he was an elder for 20 years.
Joe was preceded in death by a son, Mark Mandrake; and daughter, Gwen Mapes Stuckly.
Survivors: Wife of 47 years, Viola Mapes; and daughter, Patricia Tatum.
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Kay Claussen
November 14, 2006
Joe Mapes was always friendly and ready with a kind word. Although I've only known him a short time, I always looked forward to seeing him. His smile just brightened things up. My prayers are with the family and friends that are missing him now. May God grant you a sense of peace and comfort.
With sincere sympathy,
Kay Claussen
Mary Granger
November 13, 2006
I worked for many years with Joe at Freese and Nichols. He was a very good friend. My condolences to Viola at this sad time.
Kathy Buschmann
November 12, 2006
Joe Mapes was an exceptional man. He lived 92 years due to an active lifestyle, perseverance, and clean living. He took a sack lunch to work and would swim at the YMCA during his lunch hour. He was an avid golfer and a gifted painter. Uncle Joe had great faith in the Lord who helped him through many hardships in his life. Our family is very grateful to him for coming into Aunt Viola's life at a difficult time and sharing many wonderful years together.
Joe Mapes was a man of honor and integrity and will be greatly missed.
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