Joseph Pace

Pensacola, FL

Col. Joseph Benjamin Pace, Sr. (USAF ret) was born in Mobile, AL on February 5, 1933 and passed away on Tuesday, January 24, 2017 in Pensacola, FL. He was a 1957 graduate of the College of Pharmacy, University of Florida. Joe practiced pharmacy in Pensacola for over 50 years and owned Dewberry-Pace Pharmacy, now Jackson-Pace Pharmacy. Midway through his career he returned to college and earned a MBA from University of West Florida and an EdD from Nova Southeastern University. He was also a graduate of the Air Force Air War College. He retired as a Colonel in the Air Force Reserve and was a recipient of the Legion of Merit.

He is survived by his wife of 65 years, JoAnn (McKinney) Pace; two children, Jan (Dr. Joe) LaMotte of Salisburg, NC and Ben (Dee) Pace of Fairhope, AL and his brother, Jim Pace. They have four grandchildren and two great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his brother, Capt. Bill Pace.

Joe was a member of First Baptist Church, Pensacola for over 55 years. He enjoyed golfing with his buddies and working in his woodworking shop. Joe was a member of Kiwanis International for over 30 years.

Visitation will be at 9:45am Monday, January 30, 2017 with the Funeral service following at 10:45am at Harper-Morris Memorial Chapel in Pensacola, FL. Dr. Barry Howard, Sr. Pastor, First Baptist Church Pensacola will officiate.

Burial will be at Barrancas National Cemetery, Pensacola, FL with full military honors.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are requested to be made to the Pensacola Kiwanis Club or to the ASPCA.

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Published by Anderson Independent-Mail on Jan. 27, 2017.

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Jeff Ross

July 9, 2024

Mr Pace was my supervisor in the Air Force Reserves He as a wonderful leader of our uit.

"GO GATORS"

MeriBeth Marks

January 30, 2017

JoAnn , Ben ,Jan

Knowing and working with Mr Pace was always a joy.
He knew how to make people laugh and always had a good come back. It saddens me to know he will not be popping in the pharmacy to say hello but it makes me smile knowing he is in Gods hands.
May peace be in your hearts while going through your loss. Remember when you see a red cardinal it's the Colonel just watching over you ALL. ❤

Christine Sanders

January 29, 2017

Col. Pace had a tremendous impact on my life. When I moved to Pensacola in 1989, after serving in the US Navy, Col. Pace hired me to work in his pharmacy. Even with my Navy training as a Pharmacy Technician no one else in Pensacola was interested in hiring me. He allowed me to use my training and was instrumental in getting me hired on in two other pharmacies. Over the years, both Joe and Joann were very good to me. At times when they travelled they trusted me to watch over their lovely home and to care for their beloved pet. I will be eternally grateful for the opportunity and support Joe gave me, he was a superb human being. My deepest condolences to the family.

January 29, 2017

I am sorry for the loss of a great man. We were for many years in the Air Force Reserves at Keesler Air Force Base. He was my Commander and mentor.
He is a man I will never forget. To his family, I am
sorry for the loss. His memories will remain to me
forever. He is in heaven and one day I hope to meet again.

CMSgt Jim Bemis

Janet Hairelson Black

January 29, 2017

To Joe's Family: As a customer of Jackson Pace Pharmacy for more than 20 years, I came to know this Florida Gator as a caring man and fine gentleman. My sincere condolences.

Lt Col Michael H. Sarra, USA, (ret.)

January 29, 2017

Our deepest condolences to the family of Col Pace. He was a great leader, Patriot and Kiwanian. At this time of great sorrowing may you be comforted by hope, strengthened by faith, and guided by the warm thoughts of others through the difficult days ahead.

Jim Buettner

January 25, 2017

My deepest condolences to the family. Joe was a wonderful friend and coworker. His wit and humor enriched the lives of those who knew him.

Steve Cullen

January 25, 2017

Ben,

Our deepest condolences go out to you and your family. This was a long struggle but your dedication to him during his illness I know where very much appreciated. Our faith lets us know he is in a much better place today. We will be praying for you and your family. May your father rest in peace.

Erilda & Ron Coleman

January 24, 2017

Dear Dee & Ben & family,
Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family. It is never easy to say goodbye because you know there will be a "void" that will always be there. What joy it is to know that you will one day all be reunited when Christ returns. Keeping you in our thoughts. God Bless. Erilda & Ron

Gayle Paro

January 24, 2017

Ben there are no words to adequately express the loss of a great man like your dad. He did so much for so many and was a wonderful husband father Pop Pop and friend. The world is a better place because he was in it. Cherish all the good times you had together. There were so many! My thoughts and prayers are with you and Deirdre and your family. Love and hugs

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