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Joseph Henry Diaz Jr., 63, passed away on Saturday, April 17, 2010. He was born August 23, 1946 in Brooklyn NY. Officer Diaz was employed by Southern Pacific Railroad, the City of San Antonio, Constable Pct. 3, the Northeast Independent School District Police Department and the Bexar County Sheriff's Department. He is preceded in death by his parents and by a sister, Celina Diaz May. He is survived by his wife Lin; step-son, Lance D. Tiner and wife Shari; grandchildren, Kaitlin Nicole Tiner and John Casey Tiner; siblings, George Diaz and wife Jean, Carmen Chandler and husband Frank, Margaret Diaz, Luis Diaz and wife Jennifer, Lupe Price and husband Herb and numerous nieces nephews and extended family. The visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 27, 2010 from 5:00 - 9:00 P.M. at Sunset North Funeral Home, 910 North Loop 1604 East (between Stone Oak Parkway-Voigt Dr. and US Hwy. 281. The funeral service will be held on Wednesday, April 28, 2010 at 11:00 A.M. in the main sanctuary of Cornerstone Church, corner of Loop 1604 and Stone Oak Parkway with Pastor Matthew Hagee officiating. The interment will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery with honors rendered by the Bexar County Sheriff's Department. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Animal Defense League, (adltexas.org.) To offer condolences, please log on to www.sunsetnfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are with:
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Diaz
Suzette Keller
September 23, 2010
Lin.. It was so nice to see you yesterday. I let you go without getting your contact information - I would really like to have lunch with you and share some good memories of our times together with Joe. I know that as time passes, you still grieve.. please know that my shoulder is soft and available for you to lean on. Joe will always be a light in so many people's memories. Thank-you God for allowing Joe to touch so many lives in such a positive way!
Julie Hoover
May 6, 2010
I just wanted to express my deepest sympathy to the entire Diaz family. I did not know Joe, but I am a friend of his sister Margaret's and I know this is a very difficult time for all of you. I will keep you all in my prayers.
SHIRLEY RUEDRICH
May 1, 2010
My sincerest condolence in this terrible loss..Having recently lost my own husband I can understand your grief. We will always remember you both. God bless and comfort you always. Shirley Ruedrich San
Antonio, Texas
May 1, 2010
Joe....My wife and I will miss you..May god bless your family,,we loved your mothers tamales....Ret deputy Frank Polk
April 28, 2010
My sincere condolences to the family. I was sincerely sorry to hear about Joe leaving us. I first met Joe in 1998 working for the S.A.P.D. and we immediately became friends. I will miss him. God bless you Joe.
Joe Colitti
Shirley Sharpsteen
April 28, 2010
Dear Lin, words can not express my deep sympathy for you and family. Please know the good Lord will be there for you and see you through this very difficult time.
You are a awesome lady and I am sorry to say that I didn't have the pleasure of knowing or meeting your great husband. I heard you always speak highly of him with great kindness and love.
My prayers are with you Lin.
Shirley Sharpsteen
Frances Strickland
April 28, 2010
Sincere sympathies to the Diaz family at this time. Joe was a GREAT friend and will be missed by all...........
God Bless,
Frances Strickland & The Staff at "Pilgrim Cleaners" on Broadway
Barbara Bush Middle School
April 28, 2010
Officer Diaz worked with our campus on a daily basis. He always had a smile on his face and a joke or two to share. He was a true gentleman. We will miss him dearly ~ The Staff and Faculty
April 28, 2010
To the family and friends of Joe our most sincere condolences on your loss of a good man,good friend and outstanding Peace Officer. I worked with Joe for several years at SAPD . You could always count on Joe making you laugh or Telling Officers where not to park regardless of their rank!We all will dearly miss you Joe! See you on the other side Brother. May you rest in peace. SAPD Fleet Mgmt.
Regina & Edwin Sanders
April 28, 2010
Dear Lin,
We are so sorry for your loss and we feel blessed to have met Joe and know you were blessed to have him as your husband. He was a great man and we know he loved you so much. He will always be with you in spirit.
April 28, 2010
Joseph Diaz, Jr. was a member of Patterson Masonic Lodge #1177 and will be greatly missed by his fellow Masonic brothers. Our condolences and support go out to his family.... WM Ronaldo Gutierrez & Patterson Lodge #1177
Norma Rodriguez
April 27, 2010
Lin, I am so sorry for your loss. I pray that God will watch over you. My deepest condolences.
Norma Rodriguez
April 27, 2010
We unfortunatelly did not know Joe but are friends with Doc here in CA American Legion. We are sorry to hear that this tragic event took place. You are definitely in our prayers. Death brings a heartache but memories are the love that always will be with you. Always Cliff and Mary Duggins Post 161 Antioch, CA
Emery & Barbara Stautzenberger
April 27, 2010
Lin, Our thought's and prayer's are with you and with your family.
April 27, 2010
Our family has known Joe since the early 60's,we grew-up in the same neighborhood.Joe and my oldest brother Buster(Milton)Byrom were close friends and graduated togeather at H.H.S.Joe was always known for his (rosy-cheeks&handsome face).There is not a childhood memory that didn't have Joe in it,many back-yard gatherings at our Grandparents(The Braden's)home on Beethoven St.Our sincere condolences to all the Diaz Family.
Sandy Byrom Pape,Buster Byrom,Butch Byrom
Betty Cofield
April 27, 2010
I remember Joe from going to school with my brothers Butch & Buster Byrom he was always dropping by my grandmother's house on Beethoven the Braden's. Joe always left a special place in everyone's heart he was just so nice and a joy to talk to. Our thought's and prayer's are with your family. Betty Ann Byrom Cofield
April 27, 2010
To Diaz Family: A note to let you know that I am saddened to hear the Joe passed. I knew Joe back in the old days (as we call them now) at the courthouse and he worked in Judge Barlows Court as his bailiff. He was a true gentleman and always kept us laughing and always with that smile on his face and of course those rosy cheeks. Know that he was truly a wonderful man and a pilar in this community. He will be missed. ROSE GARCIA (Former Court Coordinator in the 226th District Court)
Raqi Cantu'-Irving
April 27, 2010
Lin - I am so sorry for your loss - you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Raqi Cantu'-Irving
Al & Sandy Pina
April 27, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers go with you.
April 26, 2010
I've known Joe(buddy) since I was sixteen as we lived on the same street. Unfortunately my daughter is at another funeral home at the same time. Both were called by God at the same time. All my prayers to go to his family. Stanley Martinez
April 26, 2010
Lin and Diaz Family,
My husband, Antonio Martinez (and his brother Richard) grew up with Joseph in the same neighborhood. The familys were the Diaz's, (Joe & Margaret), the Martinez's (Juan & Soledad), Hinojosa's (Thomas & Antonella) and the Reyna's (Frank & Minnia). I am from the Hinojosa Family (Yolanda) and the kids from the neighborhood all had nicknames, Joseph was called "Bada". I lost my father "Big John" on Easter Sunday and my sister (Eva) and I thought of Bada for the police escort but did not know how to contact him. Our prayers are with you and may each of you hold the memories of a wonderful man with a big heart. God bless you and the family.
Antonio (Tony) & Yolanda Martinez
Richard Martinez
Eva and Henry Saldana
San Antonio, Texas
Anna Yanis
April 26, 2010
To Lin:
My sincere condolences and may god be with you.
Cousin
"Nacho" Pineda
April 26, 2010
Joe was a good friend! I have worked with him for many years. He will be greatly missed. My heart goes out to you and your family, Lin!
April 26, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of pain. May the Lord Jesus Christ give you the strength to carry on.
Love
Aunt Elizabeth Diaz Rodriguez
Cousin Sonja Melendez and Family
Bronx, New York
Scott Moore
April 26, 2010
Joe's dedication to his job & friendship will never be forgotten. On behalf of all of us here @ SWPS, may he rest in peace.
Terri Velarde
April 26, 2010
Lin, my heart goes out to you and your family, Joe was a wonderful person. My thoughts and prayers are with you Lin, please let me know if there is anything I can do.
Oscar & Alice Gonzalez
April 26, 2010
We extend our sincere condolences on your untimely, unfortunate loss. You have been a great friend for a long time, and we want you to know we will always be here for you.
Sgt. Al Ballew
April 26, 2010
I have known Joe since the early 90's. We had great conversations over the years and I am honored to have been his friend. Joe will be greatly missed and without any doubt, he is now in the arms of our Savior. God Bless the Diaz Family during this very difficult time. My deepest condolences.
For I, the Lord your God, hold your right hand; it is I who say to you Fear not, I will help you.
Isaiah 41:13
Kevin & Brenda Horton
April 26, 2010
Lin,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of pain. Joe was a dear friend to all he met. Everyone at Joe Harrison Motor Sports misses him dearly. Every Saturday at lunch time we knew he would be there! We are all still in shock that he is really gone. May your faith in God help you get thru the next few months. God Bless you and your Family! We all miss your Joe very much!
Teresa "Cookie" Garcia
April 26, 2010
Joe always came to Hidden Forest with a smile. His pleasant disposition and positive attitude brought happiness everywhere he went. He is greatly missed.
Becky Peterson
April 25, 2010
Joe and Lin have been friends of our family for many years. In fact, almost 25 years ago, he honored our family by escorting our Mother, Marge Peterson, to Ft. Sam Houston Cemetery for internment. He was an honorable man and a public servant that will be sorely missed by us all. It was an honor to know him and be a part of his life for a short while. Lin and family we are praying for you and sending you our love.
April 25, 2010
I had the pleasure of working with Joe at NEISD P.D. Though my time working with him was brief; He always came to work with a pleasant disposition. I enjoyed his sense of humor and hearing of his past experiences. I consider myself fortunate to have had the pleasure of knowing him. I offer my sincerest condolences to his family and closest friends.
"Now may our Lord Jesus Christ himself, and God our Father,
who loved us and gave us eternal comfort and good hope through grace"
2 Thessalonians 2:16 (ESV)
Ram Hernandez
Windcrest P.D.
Sal Cassaniti
April 25, 2010
Lin and Family,I met Joe four years ago at Joe Harrison Motor Sports .We sat for many hours outside drinking coffee and talking about nothing inparticular.He was a great Guy ,I fill proud to call him Friend.Our thoughts and Prayers are with the Diaz Famity. Sal Cassaniti andAlma Keinath
Sal Cassaniti
April 25, 2010
Lin and Family ,I met Joe Four years ago at Joe Harrison Motor Sports ,We sat on the bench out side of the location and spent many hours talking about nothing inpaticular,over coffee he was such a great guy to be arouund ,I fill proud to call him Friend,He truly will be Missed.Our Thoughts and Prayers are with the Diaz Family. Sal Cassaniti and Alma Keinath
April 25, 2010
Our prayers go out to Joe's wife and family. My husband and Joe met when Joe started working the jail while in the Sheriffs Dept. He was a wonderful person and God now has him by his side. He will be deeply missed.
Rudy & Rose Miranda
April 25, 2010
I had the opportunity to meet Officer Diaz about year ago. When my son David entered the law enforcement profession several years ago, Officer Diaz took him under his wing and became his mentor, and friend. My son always spoke highly of Officer Diaz. He left a lasting impression on this young police officer. The law enforcement community has lost a great public servant. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Diaz family during this difficult time.
Richard Palomo
Chief of Police
SISD Police Department
Mary Estrada
April 25, 2010
At this difficult time, we want you to know that you and all your extended family are in our thoughts and in our prayers. We know from our association with Joe's brother Luis that Joe led a life of dedication to his familiy and his community. We honor that.
The American Legion Riders, State of California and District 28 send to you, our deepest sympathy.
Mary M. Estrada, Chaplain
Jose M. Cueva & Family
April 25, 2010
Wife & Family: At this time of sadness we extend our deepest sympathy to all his family. We met as freshmen at Holy Cross H.S. and through the years continued that friendship...thank you Joe..you were a good man & will be missed..you're Home now!
April 25, 2010
I escorted with Joe many times over that past 15 years or so and also knew him from his civilian employment in fleet management at SAPD. Joe always had a kind word and a great smile. His career as a Law Enforcement Officer afforded him opportunity to work in varied enforcement specialities and therefore meet many LEO's throughout Bexar County and San Antonio. He is greatly missed and was a "Good Guy" who was taken far too soon. Rest in Peace Joe. Our deepest condolences to the Diaz family.
Tim Reilly
Sergeant #1162, Support Unit
Precinct 1, BCCO
Patrick Bryan Moran
April 25, 2010
I met Joe nearly 30 years ago when he was the Bailiff for State District Judge Jim Barlow and I was one of Judge Barlow's prosecutors. He was always a pleasure to work with and he kept us safe in a courthouse that had serious security problems in those days. He was a consummate professional. As a prosecutor, I had the pleasure of working with Joe in the prosecution of several cases investigated by Joe after he joined the Southern Pacific RR. These cases involved theft rings victimizing the RR. Joe's investigative skills were exceptional and because of his hard work we were able to take these criminals down in cases involving losses in the hundreds of thousands of dollars. Everyone needs to know that Joe made a difference! This is a terrible loss to the community and to his family. I will pray for Joe and all who share this loss with his family.
Reagan Greer
April 25, 2010
Lin and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all as you cope with losing Joe. His dedication to public service thru law enforcement and most recently NEISD was truly appreciated and he leaves this world a better place. God Bless Joe Diaz.
Mission Park Funeral Chapels North
April 25, 2010
Extending our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one.
Directors & Staff at Mission Park Funeral Chapels North
Reagan Greer and family
April 25, 2010
Lin and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Joe's involvement in the law enforcement community and most recently with the NEISD made a positive difference in our community. He will be truly missed. His sacrifice and dedication to public service leaves this world a better place. God Bless Joe Diaz.
April 25, 2010
May your memories bring you comfort in the days ahead. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.
Samuel & Irene Presas
Bexar County sheriff's Office
Suzanne & Ray Hildebrand
April 25, 2010
We send our sincere sympathy. This is a sad loss to the law enforcement community.
Crystal Sanchez
April 25, 2010
Each day that Joe came to Hardy Oak Elementary he brought friendship and cheer to us. We will miss him dearly and we send our heartfelt prays and condolences to his family.
Lori & Gerard Zambrano
April 24, 2010
We will always have our memories of Joe as the rosy cheeked guy with the big smile and even bigger heart. He was the perfect match for Lin and both of them have played important roles in our lives. He will be missed, but not forgotten. Our sympathy and condolences go out to all his family.
Joanna & John Benedict
April 23, 2010
Lin and Joe have been our friends for over 30 years. Through good times and hardships we could always depend on them to be there in spirit and in person. It mattered not if we lived miles away in Florida or Alabama or Georgia, we still kept in touch and shared life's important moments and more than a few vacations. It is with a heavy heart we have to say good-bye to Joe, there was so much more we all needed to do and say. Joe was a wonder, he never seemed to age, still Joe, year after year. Always a smile, a laugh and a genuine hug for us, telling us he missed us and was really glad to see us again. We never tired of his company and always looked forward to our Birthday dinners and special family occasions. Lin and Joe are a part of our family. We celebrated kids, and graduations and weddings and christenings and grandkids and all those little moments that you wish you could get back again. Joe is part of our life, a best part and we grieve with Lin. We also celebrate Joe's life, know he is in a good place and we thank our Lord we had the honor to count him as a friend.
April 23, 2010
Our sincere condolences to the Diaz family and his law enforcement family as well. Our hearts and prayers are with you all in this trying time.
Sinceramente,
AJ Sandoval, Chief of Police
Bexar County Hospital District Police Department
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