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Joseph A.E. "Joe" Ivey Jr.

Joseph Ivey Obituary

Ivey, Joseph A. E. (Joe) Jr.
89 of Prescott, Arizona passed into Eternal Life peacefully, surrounded by loving family at his home, November 7, 2012. A third generation Arizona Native, Joe was raised in Tombstone, and attended Brown Military Academy in San Diego, CA, before entering the Army to serve his Country in WWII. Joe was proud of his Service and was a Purple Heart Recipient. Upon his return he Graduated in the first class of the College of Pharmacy, at the University of Arizona in 1950. Joe worked as a Pharmacist in various Drug Stores in the Phoenix area and retired as Pharmacist of Memorial Hospital. Joe was a Master Mason, Charter Member, Life Member, and Past Master of Sahuaro Lodge # 45, Phoenix, Past Patron of Glendale Chapter # 20, Thunderbird Chapter # 44, and Golden Rule Chapter # 1, Order of Eastern Star, and Past Grand Patron (1962-63) of the Grand Chapter of Arizona,OES. Joe was predeceased by his wife of 48 years, Arline, and his older sister, Jane Buehman. He is survived by his wife of nearly 16 years, Carmen, son Joseph A. E. Ivey III (Lisa) of Oklahoma, daughter Judie Wooder (Tim) of Vernon, AZ, and daughter Marlo Kay Ivey (Tom Bailey) of Virginia, 4 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. A Celebration of his life will be held Thursday, December 27, 2012 at Noon at the Masonic Temple in Phoenix, 345 W Monroe, with Reception following. Interment, with Military Honors will be held at noon, Friday, December 28th in Tombstone AZ. In lieu of Flowers, Donations may be made to Good Samaritan Society, Prescott Hospice, 1065 Ruth St, Prescott, AZ 86301-1729 or Providence Hospice of Seattle, 425 Pontius Ave N Suite 300, Seattle W A 98109-5452

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Dec. 16, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Ivey

22 Entries

Danny Williams

January 13, 2013

A Gentleman with
Integrity..Class..Grace..Style..Loyality.
Square and Level in all his actions.
RIP Mr. Ivey.

Steve Clarke

December 26, 2012

Joe was such an exceptional man in all ways and serves as model to us all. He was a caring soul, always interested in how others were doing, and extending his kindness to all he touched. He will be missed. Our sincere condolences to his family and know he will be in our hearts always.

Steve & Jolynn Clarke

December 22, 2012

Dad, I will miss our visits, talks and walks but your Love, Hugs and Kisses I will miss most of all. Poopie

DALE Yoder

December 20, 2012

I bet every child of the 50s-70's benefited from his expertise at one time or another. His family was an addition to the S. PHX community, God bless you all.

Danielle (Danni) Servis (Hooley)

December 18, 2012

I went to High School with Joe the 3rd.My prayers for your family.God Bless you all.

LARRY THIES

December 18, 2012

JUDY AND MARLO and families, please accept my sincere thoughts and prayers for your Dad. He WAS Masonic through and through, a great role model and icon figure in our lives.

Shannon Miller (Colvig)

December 17, 2012

Although I did not know your dad, I know he was an amazing man and accomplished alot in his lifetime...Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family..God Bless

Bobbie Chan (Wisner)

December 16, 2012

Wow - he must've had a wonderful life to have lived so long. My sympathies to you and yours Judy. Was great to see you at the reunion and hope you're doing well.

December 16, 2012

Judie- Eleanor is so good to let us know when our classmate friends lose loved ones. I didn't know your parents but I know you and if you are any reflection of them... well they are good people! I send love and am so sorry for your loss. The gospel of Jesus Christ is indispensable to our mortal existance. Love to you and your family - Lola Chesley Dean

Marlo

December 16, 2012

I'll miss you Daddy. Our next "venture" will be a doozy.

December 16, 2012

Judie and Marlo... Not only do I consider you both my friends, I had the pleasure of knowing both of your parents. I know the pain of losing one's parents, but know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. Much love to all, Star Avery

Jani Johnson

December 16, 2012

Judie, Tim, Rhonda and Will & Family, What an outstanding life Joe had with so many accomplishments. And, Judie, I happy that you were blessed to be able to spend so much time with your dad at the end. I know he treasured those days and weeks, as you did. Blessings to all of you.

December 16, 2012

To all the Ivey Family,

I pray all the wonderful memories of "Joe" will somehow ease your pain. How proud of his life you must be.

Tom Bailey

December 16, 2012

You are still loved! We miss you and pray for your peace in Heaven.

Janet Groulx

December 16, 2012

I never met you Joe but I had the honor of listening to Judie and Tim speak of you and your colorful and rewarding life. I want to thank you for bessing our family with Judie.

She cared for you a lot as I remember and I'm certain that will be her last and greatist gift to you. May God watch over and bless your family until you are united again. You and all of your family is in my prayers as you enter into your new journey.God's peace be with you all.

Ron and Linda Mangerson

December 16, 2012

Jude, we never had the privilege of knowing your Father but we send our prayers and thoughts to you. You were very special to your Dad and you two gave each other much happiness and memories.

James Daniels

December 16, 2012

Marlo. over the years the hurt will pass and change, as long as you remember him he is still whth you, right here in your heart Jim and Katy

Laura Lozano

December 15, 2012

Tom and Marlo, we love you. our prayers and thoughts our with you always.... laura and family

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