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Joe Araiza Obituary
Joe G. Araiza, born January 14, 1925, went to be with the Lord on November 6, 2012, at the blessed age of 87. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife Eva T. Araiza. He is loved and will be missed by his children Elva Cortez (George), Joe Araiza, Jr. (Leslie), Lydia Dalton (Darren), Albert Araiza, Diane Gonzales (Carlos) and Elaine Araiza (Leroy), sister Maria Sotelo as well as 12 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Joe served his country honorably as a member of the US Navy in World War II and was awarded this Phillipine Liberation Ribbon with one bronze star, American Campaign Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal with two bronze stars, Navy Occupation Medal with Asia Clasp and the World War II Victory Medal. He will be dearly missed and never forgotten. Visitation will begin Wednesday, November 14, 2012 at 1pm with a rosary to be recited at 7pm. A funeral mass will be held Thursday, November 15, 2012 at 9am at Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Church with interment to follow at Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery. Services under the direction of Castillo Mission Funeral Home.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joe Araiza
November 25, 2012
You will be missed Tio. Love your nephew Victor Sotelo.
Angie Ortiz
November 15, 2012
As the days and weeks pass and as you return to lifes routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Senator Leticia Van de Putte
November 15, 2012
Please accept my deepest sympathies on the loss of your beloved. There are never any right words to express how deeply sad I am for the pain your family is enduring at this difficult time.
As Chair of the Senate Committee on Veteran Affairs and Military Installations, I am sincerely thankful for his valiant service in defense of our rights and freedom.
His commitment to family, friends, our community, and to serving our great nation leaves a wonderful legacy. May the love and the wonderful memories you shared with him help you when you need it most. He will never be forgotten, and your family will be remembered in my prayers.
November 15, 2012
MY PRAYERS ARE OFFERED FOR JOE ARAIZA AND HIS FAMILY = GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY
JIMMY SONNEN
Willie Castoreno
November 14, 2012
Our deepest symphathy to the Araiza family. We will always remember Joe as a gentleman who always did his best for his family.
The Castoreno Family
Lucy Sotelo Lara
November 13, 2012
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family during this difficult time. We all love you Tio.
Sylvia Gonzalez
November 12, 2012
The heart remembers most what it has loved best. May memories comfort you and bring you peace to all the family. You were moms favorite brother and that is forever uncle Joe.
TEMPLE ORDAZ (SOTELO)
November 12, 2012
GOD REST YOUR SOUL IN HEAVEN
Bumble Bee Flowers
November 11, 2012
Deepest sympathy to the entire family at this time of sorrow. We pray for comfort in the days ahead. From Bumble Bee Flowers Family & Staff.
Chaplain Richard Reuer
November 11, 2012
I wish to extend to you and to members of your family my deepest sympathy on your loss. May the Lord's loving promises comfort you and give you strength as you walk through this difficult time. On behalf of a grateful nation and an expression of appreciation for the honorable and faithful service rendered by your loved one, if you wish for a personalized memorial card mailed to you with history of playing of taps, 21 gun salutes, meaning of each fold of the flag as a keepsake, please send your request to:
Chaplain Richard Reuer, Honoring Those Who Served Ministry
1206 6th St SW
Minot, ND 58701
Or click on “CONTACT ME” to email me your mailing address.
This service is free to all veteran families. I wish to thank you for your serving from one veteran to another – Thanks!
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