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Joe Sotelo Obituary

Jose "Joe" "Junie" Sotelo Age 74, died Weds, 4/15 after a 7 year fight with cancer. He was preceded by his wife, Dollye and is survived by 3 sons, 2 stepsons and 8 grandchildren a brother and 3 sisters. He was a teacher for over 30 years where he was known as Mr S and an active member of his church. He was dearly loved and will be missed. We love you Dad. Memorial services will be held 4/23 1pm at The Lords Church 4427 Mather Blvd, Mather 95655

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Published by The Sacramento Bee on Apr. 21, 2015.

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April 25, 2015

hey Joe say "Hello" to Jesus and the Father for us all and give Dollye a hug from Linda and me.we enjoyed some great times together and spent many hours with you at CCC ushering.Andy

Mary Dibene

April 24, 2015

Joe and Dollye were fun people to know. We met them on our Israel trip and enjoyed the Land of the Book with them. Joe loved shopping and it was always fun to see his newest purchase.
I missed him when he was unable to usher at our door.

Nancy Wod

April 23, 2015

Randy and I enjoyed going to dinner with Joe and Dollye, when she was living. They worked for me as ushers at Capital Christian Center. We will miss both of them, especially Joe with his positive attitude no matter how he felt.

Lynell Hansen (FTB)

April 23, 2015

My condolences to the Sotelo and the Evans' families. May the memories of better days and times be of some comfort to you now and always.

April 21, 2015

Joe was a good man, He loves Jesus we going to miss him. Hope and Pedro

April 21, 2015

Such a wonderful man. We will miss him at Arcade.

Sybille Irwin

April 21, 2015

Joe was a colleague of mine when I taught German & French @ Winston Churchill Middle School from 1972-82. I would see him in Fair Oaks occasionally when I taught @ Bella Vista. He always had a smile, an encouraging word, loved to cook & always worked hard at all of his endeavors. He will be missed. May he rest in peace.

Jeff Randall

April 21, 2015

Good bye, and God bless, Joe. We really loved having you here at Arcade Middle School, and you will be missed.

Barbara Crowell

April 21, 2015

I opened up the paper this morning and was startled by Joe's picture. I am so sorry for the loss of your father and grandfather. I knew Joe and Dollye personally. I worked with Dollye and ushered with them at CCC for years. We had so many good times together. It's our loss and heavens gain.

Jil Wilson

April 21, 2015

Joe and Dolley delighted many friends and family with their generous hearts and warm hospitality. There are so many wonderful memories we shared over the years...each one brought great joy to me and my children.
It's wonderful to know Joe and Dolley will be reunited again in heaven.
We love you Joe!
Jil, Ashley, Kevin and Michelle

Jack Jones

April 21, 2015

Joe and Dollye were both good friends. They loved CCC and the Lord. Now the Lord has them close by. To John and Jimmy and rest of family--sorry for your loss. I know that Joe loved his boys and the grandchildren a lot!! See you on 23rd.

Andrea H

April 21, 2015

So sorry for your loss. I attended Carnegie 1988-1997 and remember him like yesterday in Spanish class. He was great teacher. RIP

April 21, 2015

All of us at Dr. Johnson's office are saddened to hear of Joe's passing. We will miss him but we know he is in a better place.

Cindy Sellers

April 21, 2015

My life was better having Joe and Dollye in my life. Many fun and good memories. They both were loved and will be missed greatly!!!!!

Lolo with his Sotelo Grandkids

Jon Sotelo

April 21, 2015

April 21, 2015

So sorry to hear about Joe's passing. It was a pleasure to get to know him when he visited Arcade Middle School. He will be missed!

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