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Joseph Arciniega Obituary
Joseph "Little Joe" Benavides Arciniega went to be with the Lord on May 13, 2011. He was born on July 11,1950, in Saginaw, MI. He is preceded in death by his father, Joe Arciniega; mother, Maria Tina Garcia; and brother, Jesse Mike Arciniega. Joseph is survived by his wife and the love of his life of 42 years, Yolanda Reza Arciniega; 4 children, Dora A.Ruiz (Javier), Debra A. Chavarria (Armando), Joseph Arciniega Jr. (Melinda Torres), Jesse Mike Arciniega (Leticia) Perez; 8 Grandchildren, Justin, Kristin Amanda, Zachary Xavier, Kelsey, Kalista, Skylah Chastity, Aiden and Kylie; 6 sisters; 4 brothers; many cousins and numerous nieces and nephews. Joseph had a love for life like no other. He had many friends and always made new ones every where he went. His sense of humor and personality was irresistable and drew people in. He would do anything for anyone. Joseph was a food critic in his own way. Always trying different mexican restaurants and critiquing them, but he sure knew where to get the best enchiladas, tortillas, pan de dulce; He was a hard working man that mastered his skill as a pool technican for 42 years. Joseph had a love for music, with Tejano and oldies being his favorites. Often after a hard day of work he would sit in his back room and listen to his music for relaxation. Joseph was a man of integrity who loved his wife, family & friends. A simple man who appreciated the simple things in life. We love you, Joseph, and you will truly be missed. Visitation will be held from 1 p.m. until 9 p.m. on Wednesday, May 18, 2011, with a Rosary to be recited at 7 p.m. Funeral Procession will depart the funeral home at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, May 19, 2011, for a 10 a.m. Mass of Chirstian Burial at San Martin de Porres Catholic Church, 1730 Dahlgreen. Interment will follow at San Fernando Cemetery II. Services under the direction of:
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Arciniega
June 13, 2011
My beloved cousin Yoli and family. Know that soon and very soon we also will be with OUR LORD JESUS just like Joseph. Have faith and know that his spirit will always be with you all. Always remember his smile, and how he loved to hear music. Know that he is watching you all. Love your cousin Gloria Z. Cerda and family
Uncle Joseph I miss you so much and Im thankful for being able to say that I was close to you i will forever have great memories of you.
Jessica Arciniega
May 22, 2011
May 21, 2011
Grandpa me and the girls will miss you so much.we still can't believe that your gone :( by we know your presence will always be beside us.we love and miss u grandpa terribly and we will take care of gma for you love Kristin kelsee kalista and kylie
Jen & Tom
May 19, 2011
Debbie & Dora, our condolences go out to you and the rest of your family. I know this is a tremendous loss for you all, difficult in more ways than one. I pray that God give you the strength to carry you through this challenging time. Stick together and share memories of your dad to keep his memory alive; give your mom space when she needs it but always surround her with love and support. God bless you all.
"Loss will leave a heartache that no one can heal but love leaves a memory that no one can steal"
- Unknown
May 19, 2011
Yoli: My deepest condolences in the loss of Joe. The emptiness that now is there will be filled with the many warm and blessed memories that can never be taken away from you and your family. Our prayers are with you. Frank and Mary Gaitan
May 19, 2011
To Yolanda n Family my condolences to you n your family on the loss of joseph he was a good Husband n Dad n a Friend i have seen your kids grow up n start a family joseph was a good family friend keep in touch Love Diana n Family (vigil)
May 18, 2011
Yolanda and kids,
we just want you all to know how sorry we are to hear about Joe passing. Our hearts go out to you and your familes. Time does heal and memories endure forever.
-Josie, Lisa and Nuno Torres
Mr and Mrs. Joe G. Garcia
May 18, 2011
Bro I love and will miss you dearly
love you brother
Love
Joe G Garcia JR
Sonia Garcia
May 18, 2011
Miss Garcia and Joe will miss you dearly. We will keep your family in our prayers always. May you rest in God's love eternally.
Michelle Soto
May 18, 2011
Joseph Jr & family,
I was deeply sadden to hear of your loss. Please know my prayers are with your family. My condolences to the Arciniega family.
Starlene Arciniega-Berg
May 18, 2011
Uncle Joseph,
To my long lost tio. Even though we only met once, i felt like I knew you my whole life. You will always hold a place in my heart with my dad Jesse M. Arciniega. I love you! You will be missed.
Starlene Arciniega-Berg
May 18, 2011
Uncle Joseph,
To my long lost tio. Even though we only met once, it felt like I knew you my whole life. You will always hold a special place in my heart right next to my dad Jesse M. Arciniega. I love you! You will be missed.
Starlene Arciniega
May 18, 2011
Uncle Joseph,
To my long lost tio. Even though we only me once, it felt like I have known you my whole life. You will always hold a special place in my heart
right next to my dad Jesse M Arciniega.
I love you! You will be missed.
Lissette Jimenez
May 18, 2011
To the Arciniega family,
Our condolences go out to you all. Our prayers are with your family in this time of need. Joseph was a great man and we all loved him. We will see you all at the rosary.
Love,
Michael & Lissette
Christine Flores
May 17, 2011
my love and blessings go out to the Arciniega family, i had the pleasure of getting to know the family for 2yrs and know that they are the epitome of what a family is. that is due to the greatness of what Mr Arciniega has shown and raised his kids to display. there is a loss but also a gain that can be passed down to his kids and grandkids and that is the love and kindness and family values that he gave. my condolences.
patricia flores
May 17, 2011
To the Arcinega family, our thoughts and prayers are with you all. I Patricia Almazan have known this amazing family for over 20 years. Their welcoming and loving home was like a second home to me as I was growing up. I will remember Mr. Arcinega with a lot of great memories and what a wonderful man he was to his beautiful wife and children and grand children. May God Bless you and your family always! With lots of love Patty, Tony, and baby Anthony Flores.
Gilbert Erika Elizondo
May 17, 2011
We are very sorry for your loss, you will be in our prayers.
Maggie Sanchez
May 17, 2011
Dear Yolanda & Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time... Joseph will truly be missed. He was a character, always had these crazy jokes.... I have alot of good memories..
Maggie Sanchez & family
Claudia Garcia
May 17, 2011
My husband and I are friends with Melinda Torres. She truly loves the Arciniega family and spoke very highly of Mr. Arciniega. God bless your family and may he rest in peace.
May 17, 2011
Yolanda
My deepest condelences to you an you're family.May God Bless you today and always.
Christine And Mario Valdez and Family
Sylvia Borrego-Escobedo
May 17, 2011
Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of your father. Your in my thoughts & prayers.
Sam Martinez
May 17, 2011
To Arciniega Family
Our deepest condolences to the family.
Joseph was a very great person with a very loving heart.
He would always bring us tacos and always tell us where to
get best tacos.We are going to miss him here very much your friends from Best Pawn Sam and Belinda
Anita Garcia
May 17, 2011
Dear Arciniega Family,
It's never easy for those left behind, but when you lose someone so unexpectedly we all feel the shock. May it help to know how many people share your sorrow and stand with you in your time of need.
Love,
Anita & Garcia Family
Esther & Abraham Trevino
May 17, 2011
Dear Dora I pray that you and your family find comfort in the loving memories of your father during this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Esther & Abraham
Becky Guajardo
May 17, 2011
Dear Debbie & Family,
What moves through us is a silence, a quiet sadness, a longing for one more day, one more word, one more touch, we may not understand why you left this earth so soon, or why you left before we were ready to say good-bye, but little by little, we begin to remember not just that you died, but that you lived. And that your life gave us memories too beautiful to forget.
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy on the passing of your Father.
May 17, 2011
To grandpa....my heart hurts every time we hear the word "REALLY"...we will miss you and love you always...we will take care of grandma....we know your at peace.
Love Justin and Zachary
May 17, 2011
Dear Dora and Family , I am thinking of you wishing you brighter days ahead. Extending deep and heart felt sympathy to you and your family. May the memories keep you going. May the Love around you help you through the days ahead. Love Lucy Leyva , Rudy and all my family ." San Antonio Tx
Susie Gaitan
May 17, 2011
To Yolanda& family my deepest condolences may god give you strenght each day .
Lynette Hudson
May 17, 2011
Dear Dora & Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this tender time. May God wrap His loving arms around you so you feel His presence and His peace.
In Christian love,
Melissa Cardenas
May 17, 2011
Tio Joseph you will be missed and we love you
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