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Joseph Lee Espinosa Battle Creek Joseph Lee Espinosa, 33, of Battle Creek, died suddenly at his home Saturday, May 21, 2011. Joe was born November 12, 1977 in Battle Creek to Joseph and Mary Lu (Thayer) Espinosa. Joe moved to Oxnard, California for four years, before moving back to Battle Creek, where he spent the rest of his life. He received his G.E.D. and worked at Stealth Construction, Brutsche Concrete, and Freedom Motors. Joe loved spending time with friends and family. He enjoyed boating, playing poker, gaming, and especially grilling and eating food. Above all else, Joe loved his children more than life itself. Joe is survived by his father, Joseph Espinosa of Springfield; a sister, Wendy Plunkett of Fraser; a brother, David Espinosa of Springfield; one daughter, Janie Lee Espinosa of Battle Creek; a son, Joseph Braydon Lee Espinosa of Springfield; and many other loving family members. Joe was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Lu Thayer Espinosa; grandfather, William Thayer; grandmother, Bonnie Wessel; grandfather, Ralph Espinosa; grandmother, Rosemary Thomasello; and other family members. Funeral services to celebrate Joe's life will be 1:00 p.m. Friday, May 27, 2011 at the Farley-Estes & Dowdle Funeral Home, officiated by Pastor Trent Walker. Visitation will be one hour prior, starting at Noon. Interment will follow at Bedford Cemetery. Personal messages for the family may be placed at www.farleyestesdowdle.com.

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Published by Battle Creek Enquirer on May 26, 2011.

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Carrie` Feltner

May 29, 2011

My prayers go out to the family and friends of joey from stevie feltners sister Carrie Feltner Wildsmith

Cliff Bradley

May 27, 2011

RIP Joe my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family bro

Sara Vasquez

May 27, 2011

I was goin through Tone's phone today, and had to laugh...and then I felt a tear in my eye...No more butt dialing from JoJo, for some reason his butt would dial Tones phone at least 4 times a week, we would always laugh when his name came across the phone. U never knew what u were gonna get with him,lol....

He was an "ALL STAR", and everybody that knew him knows what I mean, Saturday night poker won't be the same without him, thanx for all the great laughs and memories.........gonna miss u JoJO><

Fawn Sweeter

May 26, 2011

God bless you and your family, help them through this unexpected time RIP Joe

Angie Dickerson

May 26, 2011

My thoughts and prayers go out to Janie! Hey baby girl if you and your mom need ANYTHING, please ask...that is why we are a church FAMILY, we are here for you! <3 you all!

Angie D

May 26, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you Janie and Christina during this trying time in your lives. Your church family is here if you need anything, please don't hesitate to ask!

We <3 you!

tim dillard

May 26, 2011

may you rest in peace my friend you touched a lot of lives in your short time on earth but we know that you are watchin out for all of us up above until we meet again may you be at peace.

Marty..and.. Jeff

May 26, 2011

Our prayers and thoughts go out to the family and friends of Joe Espinosa...Taken Too Soon, God must have needed him more!! You will be missed!! R.I.P!!! ............Sincerely, Marty and Jeff!!

Lisa Clear

May 26, 2011

JoeJoe you were truly a loving and caring,friend and cousin,I wish we would have got together more often It sadens me that everytime our family does end up at a funeral we swear that we are all going to stay in touch but don't.I am really grateful that I had the opportunity to see you, your brother and your sister grow up. We had alot of fun times and alot of tragedy. I know you are with your mom and Gran Gran and my dad,many others in our family too.You were so young cuz,I know what a great father you were.Look over those precious children of yours Joe.I love you very much, your brother and sister need you to watch over them too!You are gone much to soon.BUT YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!!! Love Always Your Cousin Lisa Marie

melody sherlin

May 26, 2011

R.I.P Joey, my old friend,its hard to beleve u are gone from this earth already,and watching down from heaven so soon,but Im sure u are in a beautiful place now,you will be very missed by everyone u knew because of what a great person u were and how awesome of a friend u were , sending blessings and prayers to your family

Mindi Pigeon

May 26, 2011

Joe you were a very blessed man. I thank you for your wonderful friendship, and the pleasure of knowing you for 20+ years. Wish I would of had the chance to say good bye, but I am assured you are watching over all of us and will be there when we need you, even tho we can't see you we can feel you. God bless you and your family.

keith hendryx

May 26, 2011

joey, I will miss you the most! I had a lot of fun growing up with joey. Sad to say i will not see you again in this lifetime but I know your with the lord and I will see you again. What a great friend!

don rall

May 26, 2011

joey we've been friends for along time,did lots of fun things together back in the day! No this, U will b truly missed by many, and u will never b forgotten! till we meet again! rip joey!!

john krzyzanski

May 26, 2011

Every time I log on to F B I feel the pain of losing some one. God has brought a great man home to be with him. He will be missed dearly by many . The world lost a great father , a best friend , and most of all a wonderful person. May the Angels bring you home ....Rip Joe thanks for all.

christy rollins

May 26, 2011

R.I.P.JOEY!!! YOU WILL BE TRULY MISSED, I WILL REMEMBER UR SMILE AND SINCE OF HUMOR, AND ALWAYS MAKING EVERYONE AROUND U LAUGH.

Kristy Babcock

May 26, 2011

Joe you were a wonderful friend to many, many people! The BEST dad to two beautiful kids!! You were taking from us way to soon! Wish I could have said good bye in person then on line or at your funeral. You will be missed but NEVER forgotten!!! I love you Joe! May you Rest In Peace!!!

Natasha Bell

May 26, 2011

I just wanted to come by to tell you, Joe, to Rest In Peace. Your brother and I miss you more and more each day and still just cant believe it. We know you are with your momma, aunt, grandma, and grandpa now, and know that we are closely watched by all of you. :) So, R.I.P. Brother. I miss you soo much!

Brian Colter

May 26, 2011

RIP You will be missed.

Denny Peterson

May 26, 2011

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998

Ryan VogtSR

May 26, 2011

RIP

Jenny Akers

May 26, 2011

I still find this hard to comprehend. I just wish I could be there to help grieve and of course celebrate his life. May you all find peace in your hearts and memories to keep you moving forward. Love you all!

holly glessner

May 26, 2011

RIP Joe! You will never be forgotten. I just can't belive you're gone. You will always be in our hearts! You were an AWESOME dad and will be missed soooo very much! WE LOVE YOU JOE and will see you again one day! Hope you're having a great time with your mom again!!! LOVE YOU! Love, Holly and your niece Savannah

Dawn Simmons

May 26, 2011

You will be remembered by many, loved by most, and missed by all. I will cherish the good memories that we made together and the time that I have known you. I remember first coming over and hanging out with you at your cousins house. You were a wonderful person to know, a good man to love, and a friend in the end. I am so glad we were able to talk and become friends again. I am so sad over the tragic loss of your life at such a young age. Please look down over all your friends and family and keep an eye out. Smile and know that you will thought of often and your children and family have a wealth of support. All because of you and the impact you made on many people!

Chrystal Fowler

May 26, 2011

I was very fortunate to have known you! You were a great guy ang great father! You will definately be missed! RIP Joe!

DEB BOYER

May 26, 2011

THERE WILL ALWAYS BE FOND MEMORIES OF YOU! AS YOU KNOW THE LORD HAS HIS PLAN & BY YOUR FAITH IN HIM YOUR CHILDERN & FAMILY WILL ALSO BE WITH YOU 1 DAY & THEY ARE ALSO BELEIVERS IN JESUS & THAT ALONE WILL SUSTAIN THEM! BUT WE WILL LOVE & BE THERE AS YOU WERE FOR THEM!!THIS IS NOT GOODBUY BUT I LOVE YOU DEEPLY & WILL SEE YOU SOON! ENJOY YOUR NEW LIFE! SORRY TO SEE YOU GO SO YOUNG SWEETIE!!!PRAYERS WILL STILL BE THERE FOR YOU & YOURS!

Brock Thompson

May 26, 2011

Hey Bro, words cannot express how much you are missed!! If u coulda seen the turnout at your car wash u woulda been impressed!! O can't believe ur gone!! You left a lasting impression on me in the time that we were friends!! And I will ALWAYS REMEMBER DENNY'S!!! That was the night that I met a high quality, honest, caring, and extremely great person!! U will always be in my thoughts and I can't wait until we can hang out again, who knows maybe the lord has a Denny's also, if so save me a seat, and I will be there when I can!!! Miss you bro!!!

Holly Glessner

May 26, 2011

We miss you sooo much already Joe. I am very fortunate that you were a part of Savannah and my life!!! We have so many good memories to remember of you!!! Even though we could both be stubborn at times we loved each other!!! You were an AWESOME dad to Janie and Jo Jo and they couldn't have had a better father!!! WE LOVE YOU SO MUCH AND CANT WAIT TO SEE YOU AGAIN ONE DAY!!! MAY YOU REST IN PEACE! WE LOVE YOU SO MUCH JOE I CANT EVEN EXPRESS IT. Love, Holly & your niece Savannah

Trisha Vandeburg Rios

May 26, 2011

We love you Joey you will forever be in Tylers and my heart. You will never be forgotten, your memorie will live on in all of us forever. You are with Momma now and she is taking care of you. We miss you Joey and always will..

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