Portland, Oregon
06/20/1938 - 12/28/2025
Joe Etzel died peacefully on December 28, 2025, surrounded by his family.Born to Al and Audrey Etzel, Joe grew up in Portland's NW and Overlook neighborhoods, attending St. Patrick's and Blessed Sacrament schools. His love for baseball was born in NW Portland, where he spent countless hours with...
Read MoreJoe provided me the opportunity to play baseball at U of Portland and a great education.. I have never forgotten that and grateful for that. Thank you Joe !!!! Phil Thorn. "73-77"
Phil Thorn
January 17, 2026 | School
Our condolences, from the James Rogers family, Longview Avenue, Overlook Neighborhood.
Julie Rogers
January 10, 2026
I played baseball at UP under Joe and later worked in the athletic department as sports information director. I have nothing but fond memories of Joe, who was always kind, except, on occasion, to an umpire.
Tom Kowitz
January 08, 2026
Dear etzel family from Ken Denton I remember seeing Joe Etzel in his office whenever I would head to baseball practice and visit with him and he was the best friend I could ever meet in person
Kenneth James Denton
January 07, 2026 | School
Dear etzel family I´m sorry for your loss to Joe etzel he was my best friend and he treated me like a friend who loved him so much from Ken Denton
Kenneth James Denton
January 07, 2026 | Friend
Joe and Judy were one of the first families we met when we moved to Saint Pius in 1973. They made us feel so welcome. We always enjoyed our visits with them. Both of you may you rest in peace along with my Richard. Mary Louise Grubb
Mary Louise Grubb
January 06, 2026
Joe coached me in grade school, high school, and college. I am very appreciative of all the help he gave me.
Paul Gloden
January 04, 2026 | Other
