Joseph Daniel Venegas

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Joseph Venegas Obituary

VENEGAS, JOSEPH DANIEL. Respected high school teacher, beloved father and grandfather, Joseph Daniel Venegas, passed away on August 29, 2011. Joe was born on December 11, 1951 in Los Angeles, CA, to parents Manuel and Felicitas Venegas. He grew up in El Monte, CA along with his six brothers. After attending Arroyo High School, Joe pursued a Bachelor's degree at San Diego State University and then a Master's degree at UCLA. Joe dedicated his life as an El Monte educator, teaching Economics and U.S. History at El Monte Union High School for over 30 years. He enriched the lives of countless students over that time and was an active member of the Hispanic community. Joe Venegas is survived by his wife, Cathy, brothers John, Ron, Camilo, and Mark, his two children, Jennifer and Joseph William, his grandson, Joseph Douglas, and his dogs, Chico and Big Boy. The family would like to thank everyone who knew Joe and made his life rich with love and friendship. Joseph Daniel Venegas was truly a pillar of the community and will be missed greatly. The rosary and viewing services will be held on Monday evening, September 5, 2011 at 7pm. The funeral service will be Tuesday morning, September 6, 2011 at 9am. Both services will be at Nativity Church in El Monte.

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Published by Los Angeles Daily News on Sep. 3, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Venegas

14 Entries

Ruth

October 25, 2024

My condolences to you all.
My memories of your family are all good ones. [email protected]

Ruth hoskins

September 11, 2021

Condolences venegas family, god bless you all

August 28, 2012

It doesn't seem possible that one year has gone by since Joe passed. His memory is kept alive by his family and friends. His legacy will continue through his grandson "little JD",(Joseph Douglas), now almost 2 years old, and he will grow up with wonderful stories about his grandfather.

Helen Spencer (the other grandma)

Raul Villegas

September 13, 2011

Mr. Venegas thank you for the time you spend time teaching all of us. Thanks to u i did graduated from HS and your teachings did came in handy I apriciate all.

evelyn munoz

September 7, 2011

you will b missed! even though we would bumped heads in class but little did i know that dowm the road it payed off bcause i ended up graduating from hs

Luna NORAH

September 7, 2011

Mr. Venegas you inspired so many of your students as you kept them strong. We will always remember our teacher, Venegas! In our hearts forever! My condolences to his family. You were so blessed to have shared a life with such a great person, Venegas will be missed!

Doug Stevens

September 5, 2011

Joe was a wonderful friend while we worked together at EMHS. All the pranks we pulled on Ray still make laugh. My condolences to the family.I'll miss you.

Don Ruiz

September 5, 2011

"Our condolences to the Venegas family...Joe thank you for being a tremendous friend to our entire family...You will always be loved and missed, you were an inspiration to me and for that I thank you!"-Don Ruiz and family (Glendora, CA).

esmeralda somilleda

September 5, 2011

Mr.venegas was one of the kind teachers that never give up on you. He help me and others to follow our dreams and achieve it not togive up. Mr venegas will be miss deeply he wil be on our thoughts

Helen & Doug Spencer

September 5, 2011

Joe...You will be missed. Your love for little "JD" will never be forgotten. As the other set of grandparents, we will make sure to keep your memory alive as "JD" grows older. We were priviledged to know you through our daughter Jenni and your son Joey. Our prayers for peace and strength go out to Kathy, Jennifer, Joey, and all your brothers and their families. We will also keep alive your love and enthusiasm for our mutual alma mater--UCLA. Go Bruins!

Rick Cardenas

September 5, 2011

Joe.. thanks for giving me more inspiration to continue working on the LAPS project @ EMHS. I didn't know you that well.. but the time we got to chat made me wish you had been @ EMHS when I was there. You'll be missed by the many that you inspired. May God bless you & your family.

September 4, 2011

My heart goes out to the family, and especially my good friend Joe Jr. My prayers are with you.
Love Polly

September 3, 2011

My Condolence to the Venegas family He will be missed dearly and was a very loved teacher.

Ben & Barbara Quiroz

September 3, 2011

We are praying for the family to have peace and strength at this time. You have our deepest sympathies, DJ will be missed.

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