Joe Goicoechea

I loved Joe very much and have great memories of spending time with him as a child. He and my dad, (Bob Gentry) worked together, became friends, and we were then considered family! I learned so much about the Basque heritage and loved going to the festival year after year! I love that I can share all of my knowledge with my family that Joe was so gracious to share with me and my family. I am keeping the entire family and community in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. We lost a truly special person, but God was gracious in sharing Joe and his love with other's for so many years. Heaven is rejoicing, and Joe's legacy will live forever!! Sending love and hugs to you all!

My deepest sympathy to Dan and the Goicoechea family. It is indeed difficult to lose our fathers. My prayers to you and the family.

My condolences to the entire Goicoechea family. My father, Merlin "Curly" Loosli, was also on Wake Island and endured those long months in POW camps. I used to attend the annual conventions and knew a lot of those brave men who took up arms against the Japanese. Joe was one of the nicest and funniest men I've ever met. Rest in Peace, Joe, in the loving arms of God.

One of the bravest men I ever met. In 1964, I was stationed on Wake while in the USAF and years later I was able to connect with Joe and he shared his story. May he rest in the warm and loving arms of God forever.
Father Donald Fraser

My heartfelt condolences on the passing of Joe, your dad. How I enjoyed Joe for many years during tax season hearing stories of his heroic days. A true American warrior I so much respected and admired. He always reminded me of my dad, a world war all veteran. Nothing can compare to your dad's ordeal during the war. My thoughts and prayers for you Dan and your family. I can only imagine how proud you should be to be the son of this great man, Joe. May he Rest In Peace in the hands of our Lord.

Dan, I am so sorry for your loss. You dad was truly one of the Greatest Generation. You are in my thoughts.

Dan and family,

What a beautiful obituary for a true American hero - an elegant tribute to another of the "greatest generation".

Please know you are on our hearts

Danny and Family
Sorry for your loss, thoughts and Prayers go out to you. Joe was a wonderful man. May he rest in Peace God Bless.