San Antonio, Texas
LEIJA
Joe Leija Jr. born on March 11, 1960 went to be with the Lord on September 10, 2009 at the age of 49. He is survived by his loving wife Diane G. Leija; parents, Joe and Oralia Leija; children, Jessica, Joe III, Benny and Christina; stepchildren, Melissa, Eve, Derrick, and Kimberly; brothers, John and Rudy; sisters, Janie and Jackie; 12 grandchildren; numerous extended family and friends. Joe was a loving son, husband, father and brother. He devoted the last few years to the Ministry and was pursuing his pastoral degree. He will be dearly missed. Visitation will be held on Monday, September 14, 2009 from 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM with a Prayer Service at 7:00 PM in the Hillcrest Chapel. Family and friends will gather at Hillcrest Funeral Home for a 9:00 AM Service on Tuesday September 15, 2009. Procession will depart Hillcrest following service for interment at San Jose Burial Park. Arrangements with:
All the guys still miss you and still remember some sayings you would say to make us laugh at waterworks your still alive within us bro
Julio Hernandez
October 05, 2017 | San Antonio, TX | Coworker
My uncle Joe, i didnt get to spend as much time with you as i would have wanted to, but i will always have the memories in my heart of the moments we did share together. I think about you everday, I love you and miss you so much.
Samantha De La Rosa
September 29, 2009 | San Antonio, TX
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Irene DeLeon Reyes
September 17, 2009 | San Antonio, TX
To the Leija family,my condolences to all. Brother Joe John 17:23 I in them, and thou in me, that they may be made perfect in one. We will meet again, Your sister in Christ Diane Cervantes Evelyn Leija's Cousin. (Byron, GA)
September 16, 2009
To the Leija family,my condolences to all. Brother Joe John 17:23 I in them, and thou in me, that they may be made perfect in one. We will meet again, Your sister in Christ Diane Cervantes Evelyn Leija's Cousin. (Byron, GA)
Diane Cervantes
September 16, 2009 | Byron, GA
Joe my beloved cousin, you were a beautiful person. I am so proud of all the work you did for the Lord and I know that you are right there at his side in Heaven. You gave so much of yourself to everyone and you will be greatly missed. I Love You Joe and am so proud that you were part of my family. I will treasure all our memories of us growing up together. Tio Joe, and family, our hearts and prayers are with you all . May God give you peace and strength at this difficult time . Sincerely,...
Luis Leija Jr.
September 15, 2009 | Houston, TX
Praise the LORD for his hearts desire to honor the Father with His Life.
I knew Joe as a neighbor, he was helpful to us. I remember a time when our dog was having problems having her puppies, Joe came over to offer help. He was courageous in my mind.
I heard alot about him during his final days, his courageous spirit was there--this time with a boldness for the LORD. What an awesome legacy. I offer my condolences to all those left behind who love him the most, his...
Mary Ann Williams
September 14, 2009 | San Antonio, TX
Joe, my beloved nephew, my friend, my co-worker someone I cared and loved. He was a very caring and loving person. He was one person that would brighten my day.He always came in to work with a smile on his face. You will forever live in my heart.
My thoughts and prayers are with you,sister in your time of grief.
Anita Garcia
September 14, 2009 | San Antonio, TX
We did not know Joe, but our prayers and thoughts were with him the last several months. His sister Janie was so proud of him and talked of him often. We send our love to all of his family at this time~
Kari and Sid Galloway
September 14, 2009 | Dacula, GA
