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Joseph DeBlase
1956 - 2015
Joseph DeBlase
1956 - 2015
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BORN
1956
DIED
2015
Joseph DeBlase Obituary
M. Joseph DeBlase, 58, of Idaho Falls, Idaho passed away Saturday, Aug. 1, 2015, at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center.
He was born Oct. 31, 1956 in Northridge, Calif., the son of Emile Joseph DeBlase and Martha Shirlene Carver DeBlase.
In his early years, Joseph lived in California, Florida and Texas.
Joseph graduated from McKinny High School in Texas in 1975. He moved to Las Vegas, Nev., to work for his dad where he met and married Kim Denning. They were married on June 8, 1977. They moved to Idaho Falls, Idaho in 1999.
He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
He was currently working for Intermountain Gas Company. He had also worked for Southwest Gas Corporation in Las Vegas and Truckee, Calif.
Joseph enjoyed cooking, gardening and fishing. He loved cooking for family and work parties. Everyone loved Joe. He was an amazing family man and loved his wife dearly.
He is survived by his wife, Kim, of Idaho Falls; sons, Jesse Eugene (April) DeBlase, Jamen Cory DeBlase, and Jordan Cade DeBlase all of Idaho Falls; father, Emile DeBlase of Mississippi; brothers, Harry (Terri) Miller of Pottstown, Pa., Bruce Anthony DeBlase of Jackson, Miss., and Kirk Lee (Shunda) DeBlase of Canton, Miss.; three granddaughters and three grandsons.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Shirlene, and father-in-law, John T. Denning.
A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, 2015 at Hawker Funeral Home, 132 S. Shilling Ave., Blackfoot, Idaho.
The family will meet with friends on Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2015, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the funeral home and for one hour prior to the service on Thursday.
Interment will be in the Grove City Cemetery.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.hawkerfuneralhome.com
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John Blackwell
July 27, 2021
My good friend you will always be a fond memory. A great work partner and fantastic cook. I will always remember our many, many late nights working conversions together.
Heidi Tucker
June 23, 2016
Dear Kim and Family, I just heard about Joe's passing. I reacently moved to Idaho and you guys have been on my mind. I remember the great BBQ's when you lived in Truckee. I enjoyed working with Joe and we missed you all when you moved. Sending prayers. Heidi Davis Tucker.
October 21, 2015
I just heard of Joe's passing. So sorry. Joe was a great fellow worker, we had some good times in Truckee. Will miss him. John Blackwell
Uncle Gary & Aunt Linda Weaver
August 6, 2015
Kim and family we are sorry we couldn't be there for you. Know that we have been saddened since first hearing he was back in the hospital. Such a shock. Please know if you need anything at all that we are here for you.
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August 6, 2015
Kim, Mil & Family- I send this with loving & fond memories of M.J. May you find comfort in knowing he is at peace. What a pleasure it was for me to know him for just awhile. With Sympathy, Cordella Philadelphia, PA
Melanie Preston
August 6, 2015
Dear Kim, Jesse, Jamen and Jordan, I am so sorry for your loss. This brings tears to my eyes & an emptiness in my heart. My thoughts and prayers are with each one of you on this very difficult day. I love you! MJ will be missed.
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August 6, 2015
Sending my love to Kim, Jesse, Jamen, and Jordan. I wish I could be there to support you at this time. MJ will be dearly missed.
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August 5, 2015
Kim,
I was sad to hear about the passing of your husband. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
With Love,
Lisa Stephens
Evelyn Rahmig
August 5, 2015
Kim and family we are so sorry for your loss of Joe. You were always such a loving couple. I miss you and would like to get in touch with you. Paula, Sheila, and Now have my number
Justin Mikkola
August 5, 2015
I had the privilege to work with Joe for the past 5 years. I am greatful that I got to know him. He was always happy and loved to joke around. I will miss having him around. So sorry for your loss.
Kelly Chapin
August 5, 2015
Joe was a very knowlegable and a nice guy. He will be dearly missed. Condolances to his family.
Aunt Jeannie DeBlase Sharkey
August 5, 2015
In loving memory of a beloved nephew who was a blessing to all whose lives he touched. The time he and Kim spent with me last year along with his father and brother is a treasured memory that will remain in my heart always. I send my love and prayers to Kim and the boys.
Kelley Gorringe
August 3, 2015
Joe was a good friend and a joy to work with. Always had a smile and sense of humor. So sorry for your loss.
Jack & Ann Brasher
August 3, 2015
So saddened to hear of MJ's passing. We send all our love to Kim and the boys. We will be with Big Joe for the service and comfort him the best we can.
Terry Carver
August 3, 2015
In loving memory of a beautiful soul and a wonderful nephew. My heart goes out to Kim and the boys and the grandchildren. He will always be remembered with love.
Aunt Terry
August 3, 2015
In loving memory of a wonderful brother and Uncle. We will love you and miss you always. Sending much love and many prayers to Kim and the boys.
Love always,
Beth & Lindie
Katie Stewart
August 3, 2015
I was very saddened to hear of Joe's passing. He was a very kind neighbor with a very green thumb. When the peach's ripen on the peach trees Joe planted.....I will think of him.
He will be missed.
God Bless his family.
Raymond Holt
August 2, 2015
This is Ray and Cathy Holt from Twin Falls.We loved Joe like a brother.Sorry we can't make it , but our prayers are with your family .God Bless you all
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