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Joel Gamez Obituary
Our beloved and kindhearted Joel Jaime Gamez passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends in Round Rock on Saturday, February 22, 2020 at the age of 47.
Joel was born on June 2, 1972 to E.G. “Chicho” and Florinda (Dominguez) Gamez. He graduated from Taylor High School in 1990 and went on to attend TSTI in Waco to pursue a vocational degree as a mechanic. He then went on to open up Gamez Machine & Truck, his module trucking business, GMT, managed and ran the Taylor Gin along with working cattle on the weekend. Chicho would be proud of Joel following in his footsteps. He wasn’t scared of work either, putting in many hours every week and enjoyed a good beverage and barbeque with his close friends on weekends.
Joel will be dearly missed by anyone who was blessed enough to meet him. Joel would do anything for anybody, without hesitation or question, as anybody would do for him. Joel’s biggest partner in life was his son, Daryn.
From working cows on weekends and helping at the gin to racing down the highway in the module trucks seeing who could load up a module faster, it was always a competition between the two, no matter what they were doing. With all of that being said, Joel will be truly missed by many as he touched many hearts. He always had the biggest dreams in life
He is preceded in death by his parents E.G. “Chicho” and Florinda D. Gamez; grandparents Claudio & Concepcion Gamez and Manuel & Elena Dominguez; late wife Sherri Marcon; and numerous aunts & uncles and loved family members.
Joel is survived by his companion Teri Ochoa and two sons Ethan & Easton Ochoa; his son Daryn; brothers Jose E. (Shelly) Gamez and Claude Gamez; sister Sylvia Gamez; a special uncle he cherished like a second dad, Jesse Gamez; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, friends, extended family, and a beloved Yorkie, Koko.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Thursday, February 27, 2020 at Providence Funeral Home, with a rosary recited at 7:00 pm. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 am on Friday, February 28, 2020 at Providence Funeral Home.
Honorary pallbearers are Chad Hendrix, Victor Valdez, Mark Valchar, Jeffrey Kelm, Mike Brune, and Kenny Hines. Your friendship and devotion to him really meant more than you can imagine. Thank you.
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for Joel Gamez
Jay King
January 29, 2024
I worked with him at Pflugerville machine shop, his wife had bought him a calf. He was trying to pen the calf one time and it kicked him and gave him a black eye. He was one of the funniest guys I ever knew.
Kristie Jones
February 20, 2021
So hard to believe that you are gone it's going to be a year ago that you left us although I know you are in a better place and you are not suffering. You are up in heaven with your parents and Sherri and the other family members. I miss you alot and think about you quite often especially when I here your song I'm in a hurry or Song of the south I know you are near. Joel you would be so proud of Daryn he is turning into a fine young man and working just as hard as you did I guess we all know where he got that from. I hope you know how much you meant to me my favorite brother in law lol love you always until we meet again Kris aka favorite sister in law ❤
Shannon Teresa BISHOP
March 3, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. May the memories keep a smile on your face. RIP Joel....
Dell Buckalew
February 29, 2020
Rest In Peace Joel. Prayers for all family and friends. I went to school all my years with Joel from kindergarten to senior year. He was a genuine good guy. I vividly remember me and my dad visiting his dad when we were probably in kindergarten. Joel was there too it was the four of us. I remember Joel had stitches in the palm of his hand, I asked how that happened he said from Johnson grass. Ill never forget that. I was always cautious around Johnson grass sharp edges after that lol. Rest In Peace buddy.
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John M Juarez
February 28, 2020
RIP my friend
Kate Walker
February 28, 2020
I'm so sorry for your loss.
Becky Cervenka
February 28, 2020
I'm sorry for your loss . He was a great guy who I had the pleasure to know him for many years and I will keep you in my prayers for you and your family.
Kevin and Wendy
February 28, 2020
Prayers to Joel Gamez family as we are saddened by his passing and now may he rest in peace
Dee Sutton
February 27, 2020
Sylvia and family...So sorry for your loss.RIP
Shannon Newsom
February 27, 2020
Joel, "Snap On", was a good, kind hearted man always willing to help someone out. I always remembered him being a pretty good mechanic also. He will be missed by many, but welcomed by the hands of God.
Janice & Howard Meyer
February 27, 2020
To the family, You now have a special Angel in Heaven, God's Blessings to You.
Bruce and Kathy Meyer
February 27, 2020
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and the family.
Richard & Garla Jansky
February 27, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers and with you and your family.
Wilbur Brinkmeyer
February 26, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Rachael (Tharp) Dimitt
February 26, 2020
Sylvia and family, My heart goes out to all of you. May God wrap His loving arms round you and bring you peace. A beautiful soul has gone home where you will meet again. Love and hugs,
Doug Wilkerson
February 26, 2020
Sending my prayers to your family I realize your in a way cool place now
Marilyn Samuelson
February 26, 2020
My sincere sympathy to the family of Joel. He was a "great module hauler" as well as a great person. He, his dad and brothers hauled modules years ago when the Travis County Gin near Elgin was still in operation and I was bookkeeper there. Very kind and very dependable. Blessings and peace to all.
Rita Zimmerhanzel Huser
February 25, 2020
JOEL WAS A GREAT GUY! HE IS NOW IN HEAVEN WITH BRIAN AND ALL OF HIS LOVED ONES ! GOD BLESS YOU ALL AND I AM PRAYING FOR THE PEACE THAT ONLY GOD CAN GIVE YOU! LOVE YOU SYLVIA !
Adella Seabolt
February 25, 2020
Joel was a wonderful person that was loved by many and will be missed dearly. My fondest memories of him was when we were youngsters. I always looked forward to playing together and hanging out on Sunday afternoons when I visited our grandmother. RIP Cousin. May I see you at the end of the hill one day again.
donald rowe
February 25, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Monica Ochoa
February 25, 2020
Terri & Family,
May our Lord bless and comfort you and your family during this time of grief. Please accept my sincere condolences.
PATSY NORTH
February 25, 2020
Joel was a special Physical Therapy patient of mine. With mixed feelings i will miss him, but knowing God had other plans for him, to rise in spirit with a new body without disability, without pain or suffering. He is now doing what he wished for, Standing and walking again, but this time in heaven not on earth. Rest in Peace my friend.
Johnnie Gray
February 25, 2020
So sorry for your loss my thoughts are with you and your family
Eddie Perez
February 25, 2020
Joel was a great friend of mine for many years . We talked alot, laughed, and he did lots of mechanic work for me. He will be dearly missed
Victor Valdez
February 24, 2020
I will miss you buddy prayers for the family
Victor Valdez
February 24, 2020
I will miss you buddy won't be the same without you prayers for the family
Sherri, Joel and Daryn.
April Gamez
February 24, 2020
Father & Son
April Gamez
February 24, 2020
40th Birthday!
April Gamez
February 24, 2020
Father & Son
April Gamez
February 24, 2020
Father & Son
April Gamez
February 24, 2020
April Gamez
February 24, 2020
April Gamez
February 24, 2020
April Gamez
February 24, 2020
April Gamez
February 24, 2020
My uncle Joel was a handsome, hard working, determined, driven, strong, successful, funny and LOVING man. He always went above and beyond for his family and made sure nobody went without. He worked so hard throughout his life, from helping his dad as a kid to helping his brothers and eventually becoming an independent auto-mechanic. He was so successful and very determined to get any job done! He leaves behind a handsome, hard working and driven young man who has an entire life ahead of him. As one of Daryn's older cousins I will do everything in my power to make sure he doesn't fail or feel like the world is against him. Joel raised a wonderful son and I know he will continue to make his dad proud! The apple doesn't fall far from the tree, Uncle Joel!!! I love you so much. Watch over us. - April Gamez and Fernando Rodriguez (Niece & Nephew-in-law)
Melissa Hill and family
February 24, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers to Daryn, Sylvia, Joe, Claudie, nieces and nephew. May you find peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Megan Hanson
February 24, 2020
So very sorry for the family's loss. What a great guy! Always a great smile and vast knowledge of how to fix stuff! Big prayers sent to the family for peace and understanding.
Gary Maruska
February 24, 2020
A HONEST, KNOWLEDGEABLE, FRIENDLY & EXTREMELY CAPABLE MECHANIC. A GREAT LOSS TO TAYLOR'S AUTOMOTIVE NEEDS !!
Billy Daniel
February 24, 2020
Our condolences to son. Daryn and siblings Joe, Claudie, Sylvia and the rest of family and friends on this time of sorrow. You are in our thoughts and prayers
Arthur Gamez
February 24, 2020
Our condolences to the children and siblings of Joel Gàmez on this time of sorrow from your cousins: Arthur and Letecia Gàmez and Family,(Tuter and Dede Gàmez). Praying for You ✝
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27
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28
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