Joe F. Estacio

Joe Estacio Obituary

JOE F. ESTACIO DEC 21, 1946 - MAY 13, 2009 Born in Flores Azores Islands to Carlos and Maria Estacio. He moved to the United States at the age of 8. He was an Artificial Inseminator for dairy cattle for 40 years. He married his soul mate Mary Estacio they did everything together through their 36 years of marriage. He's survived by Mary and his 4 children Alison Lightfoot (Tom), Olivia Oliveira (Freddy), Maria Estacio and Joseph Estacio (Sarah). 5 grandchildren who were his pride and joy Annika & Natalia Lightfoot, Avery & Caden Oliveira and Joe (Jace) Estacio. 9 siblings Mary Swanson (Don), Celeste Drumonde (Manuel), John Estacio (Angela), Carlos Estacio (Bernadette), Jimmy Estacio, (Lori), Julie Teran (Gerald) Bobby Estacio (Belina), Tony Estacio (Gabriella), sister-in-law Eva Ferguson (Randy) and many nieces and nephews that he loved so much. Also his Aunt Ana De Costa. He was involved in S.E.S, council 22 in Turlock Merced Sheriffs Posse (which he rode in the 2004 inaugural parade in Washington DC) past President of Turlock Pentecost Association & Our Lady of Fatima in addition to Turlock High Sports Boosters.Anyone who knew Joe knew he was the life of the party and loved to BBQ. He never met anyone he didn't like. He loved going to Pismo with his friends and family and BBQ-ing on the beach. That is where he acquired one of his many nicknames Pismo Joe''. Joe was a hard worker and spent countless hours on his ranch that he loved so much. Joe was a devoted husband, father and grandfather, he loved it when all the kids got together at Va and Papa's house. It was always loud and crazy but he wouldn't have it any other way. We will miss you Joe, dad, Papa. Visitation will be held from Noon to 5:00PM, Monday, May 18, 2009 at Turlock Funeral Home Chapel, 425 N. Soderquist Rd. in Turlock. Recitation of the Rosary will be held at 7:00PM, Monday, May 18, 2009 at Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church, 2602 S. Walnut Rd. in Turlock. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00AM, Tuesday, May 19, 2009 also at Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church. Entombment will follow the Mass at the Sunset Chapel Mausoleum at Turlock Memorial Park. www.modbee.com/obituaries

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Published by Modesto Bee from May 16 to May 17, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Joe Estacio

13 Entries

Olivia (Machado) & Bill August

May 27, 2009

Mary, kids and families also parents, Maria & Carlos Sr. So sorry to hear of your recent loss. May God bless you and your families with all the courage and strength that all of you may need due to this great loss. Take care of each other.

Jim & Fran Carvalho

May 26, 2009

Mary & family
Joe will always be remembered as Pismo Joe and all of our thoughts and prayers will always be with all of you. We are so very lucky to have had him as our FRIEND! We will cherish all our memories of Pismo, New York & D.C. as well as our cruises together. Treasure all of your memories of him and we will all smile together. Love your friends the Carvalho's

May 19, 2009

Hi Joe,
Im sorry to hear about the loss of your father. My prayers are with your family.

Michelle Arviso--(your bowling teammate)

Jeff Lopes

May 19, 2009

Mary, Alison, Olivia, Maria, and Joseph I am so sorry to hear about Joe. I've really been thinking about all of you and how close your family is and that's what you really need right now. Joe was my first relief job while I was at MJC. Joe was a wonderful man and I send my prayers to all of you.

May 18, 2009

Mary and Family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers in this time of shock and sorrow.
Joe was a great guy and will be greatly missed.
We were fortunate to know him .
You and your family have been blessed with many wonderful memories...some people only dream of.
God Bless you Mary, and your family.

Greg and Marji (Lewis) Bodine

Ken and Susan Blower

May 18, 2009

Mary and Family,
Offering our condolences and heartfelt sympathy during this difficult time. We will always have fond memories of you and Joe.

Melissa Blower-Steeley

May 18, 2009

Dear Mary and Family,
Always with arms wide open, a big smile and cheerful heart is how I will remember such a loving man. Your Husband, Father, Grandfather will never be forgotten as he touched the lives of many. May you be showered with comfort from those you love. Hug your little ones, as he did and cherish those special memories.

The Leroy Rocha Family

May 18, 2009

To the entire Estacio family, we extend our deepest sympathies at this sorrowful time. Joe will be missed by all who knew and loved him. How blessed we are to hold on to the treasured memories we have of so many good times spent with him. His memory will forever bring a smile to our faces.

LINDA (BARCELLOS) LEMUS

May 18, 2009

DEAR ESTACIO FAMILY,
I AM STILL IN AWW, I CAN'T EVEN BELIEVE THAT JOE HAS PASSED ON. HE WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON. HE WAS ALWAYS VERY POLITE AND JUST A FUN PERSON TO TALK TO. HE WILL BE MISSED BY MANY. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

George & Louise Alves

May 17, 2009

George and I first met Joe and Mary in Pismo during our family's annual Thanksgiving family vacation. Its true, Joe never met a stranger. He and Mary were an example of a wonderful, happy family life. Through the years we looked forward to seeing the Estacio's and their many friends in Pismo. He will be missed by all that new him.
We're so sorry for your loss and may it be of comfort to you, Mary, and your extended family that we have you in our prayers.

Mike & Marya Pimentel

May 17, 2009

Dear Mary and family. Words cannot express the sorrow and fond memories we experienced when we heard the news about Joe. I met Joe when we were young boys attending the Stevinson festa, and we became good friends. I have many great memories of our high school years,and MJC years. Joe was a groomsman in our wedding thirty eight years ago. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, and may God grant all of you the strength to carry on Joe's legacy.

May 16, 2009

Dear Mary and Family, Just learned of Joe's death and we both want you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Always loved to talk to Joe about the "Flores". May God give you all the strength to bear your sorrow. God Bless you. Sincerely Lino and Norma Jean DeSousa - Atwater, CA.

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