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Joe Webb Obituary
SHREVEPORT, LA- Services for Mr. Joe Webb, 81, will be conducted at the graveside Tuesday, July 15, 2008, 11:30 AM in Forest Park West Cemetery, Shreveport, LA. A memorial service will be at 1:00 PM at First Presbyterian Church 900 Jordan St., Shreveport, LA. Officiating will be Rev. Pen Peery and Rev. Bryan McDowell. A reception will follow at the church.
The family will receive visitors Monday, July 14, 2008 from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Rose-Neath Funeral Home, Marshall Street Chapel.
Mr. Webb was born December 14, 1926 in Noble, LA. His parents were Minnie Lee Jackson and John Thomas Webb. He went to be with the Lord July 12, 2008 in Shreveport.
Mr. Webb went to work for Kansas City Southern Railway in 1942 as a telegrapher. In 1944, he entered the Army where he served in a Railroad Batallion. In 1946 he married Valeria Woodell of Cove, Arkansas. In 1951, Mr. Webb became a train dispatcher in Pittsburg, KS. In 1955, he moved to Heavener, OK, where he served as a Trainmaster. He moved to Shreveport in 1964 and served as Superintendent of the Louisiana and Arkansas Railway. Mr. Webb later became Vice-President of Transportation for K.C.S and retired in 1991, after 48 years of service.
He served as a deacon and elder in the Presbyterian Church, U.S.A. Mr. Webb was a member of Broadmoor Presbyterian and later First Presbyterian Church. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge and Shriners.
Mr. Webb was preceded in death by his parents and 7 siblings; Evie Mae Craig; Edna Eulene Hubbard; Minnie Ola Lognion; Thomas William Webb; John Henry Webb; Nettie Estes; and Hazel Trahan. He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years Valeria Woodell Webb; daughter, Carolyn Jo Warner and husband Bill; son, Dennis Leslie Webb and wife Susan, all of Shreveport, LA; grandchildren, Jennifer Umphress and husband Christian of Keller, TX; Christopher Warner and wife Christina of Haltom City, TX; Nancy Greco and husband Beau of Rock Spring, GA; and Steven Webb of Murfreesboro, TN. Great grandchildren, Katherine Umphress; Caleb Greco; and Lake Warner; sister, Media Boswell of Vidor, TX; and many other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers will be Armeal George, Jr., Christian Umphress, Derrell Johnson, Eddie Swain, Dale Karr, Mark McCrocklin, Charles Wright, and Ronnie Emanuel.
Honorary Pallbearers will be all past and present employees of KCS Railroad.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to First Presbyterian Church, 900 Jordan St., Shreveport, LA 71101.
The family would like to express a heart felt thanks to Dr. Jeff White, Dr. Scott Patton and their staff for their compassionate care Rose-Neath Funeral Home
Marshall St. Chapel 222-0348
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Memories and Condolences
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Belinda Smith
July 30, 2008
Sorry for your loss. (granddaughter to Mildred Webb Smith)
Larry Skinner
July 24, 2008
I worked for Texas & Northern RR in Lone Star,Tx. and met Mr. Joe Webb several years ago. He was a very nice man and I was sorry to hear of his passing. I use to talk to Dennis from time to time. May God Bless you all.
Larry J. Skinner,Foreman Car Repair,T&N RR, Retired
Anita Norman
July 15, 2008
Valeria, Carolyn Jo, and Dennis:
My thoughts and prayers are with each one during your time of sorrow.
I have many wonderful memories of the Webb family. Joe was a true "gentlemen" ! His smile is something I will always remember.
May God Bless and keep you.
Robert and Helen Swinford
July 15, 2008
Valeria, Carolyn, and Dennis,
Sorry to hear of the death of your loved one, Joe. What a wonderful memory I have of the friendship that our families have shared over the years. My prayer is that our Lord will bring you comfort in the days to come and you will always remember the wonderful legacy that Joe Webb has left for each of us.
God Bless,
MARTHA AND BRYAN EDWARDS
July 15, 2008
CAROLYN AND BILL
WE ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR THIS NEWS. YOU KNOW THAT WE HAVE BEEN WONDERING IF IT WOULD BE YOUR DAD OR MINE. WELL YOUR FATHER HAS GOTTEN TO SEE THE BEAUTIFUL FACE OF GOD BEFORE MINE DOES. JUST THINK OF ALL THE WONDERFUL THINGS HE IS SEEING AND DOING RIGHT NOW. I KNOW YOU WILL MISS HIM GREATLY BUT LIKE WE HAVE DISCUSSED NUMEROUS TIMES. HE IS IN A BETTER PLACE NOW.
KNOW THAT OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND JUST WALK NEXT DOOR IF YOU NEED TO TALK.
LOVE YOU GUYS,
MARTHA AND BRYAN
Bill & Lynne Pitchford
July 15, 2008
Mrs. Webb, Carolyn, and Dennis: Our hearts go out to you during your loss. Mr. Webb was always so kind and helpful to our family here in Heavener. May God richly bless you during this time as we will be praying you through.
Charlotte Edwards Kunkle
July 15, 2008
To Valeria, Carolyn & Dennis
I have such wonderful memories of your dad and the "Webb Family" when they lived in Heavener, Oklahoma. Dennis, Carolyn, do you remember when I babysat you two? You both have made your parents proud.
Some people are larger than life, and your dad was one of them. He had such a rich life and I will always have a special place in my heart for this special man and his devotion to his family, friends and the KCS.
I send my deepest condolences.
Susan Malmay
July 14, 2008
God Bless family and friends, Mr. & Mrs. John W. (Jack Malmay) Noble, La.
Mary Clark
July 14, 2008
To Valeria and Dennis,
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss and the loss to all who knew Mr. Webb. He will forever be in our hearts and memories. I was one of Joe's secretaries at the railroad. He was always such a kind person and treated everyone with respect, giving me the same back. If you ever met him he would never forget you. After his retirement I would run into him and Valeria at Picadillys and they were always excited to see me. Valeria, know that he is at rest now. Dennis you can be proud of your father he was a friend to all and that's what our Heavenly Father wants us to do while on earth is to be a friend to all. Everyone can truly say Mr. Webb was loving person to everyone he knew. My prayers are with your family. Love
Roy and Donna Webb
July 13, 2008
Dear Aunt Valere and family,
We were so sad to receive the news about Uncle Joe's passing away. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Karen McDonnell
July 13, 2008
Joe and his wife Valeria were frequent patrons at Piccadilly Cafe where I work. They were both very kind to me,always smiling and pleasant, even with various health problems. My sympathies to his widow and family.
Thomas A. Tucker
July 13, 2008
Joe was an uncle that I am extremely proud of in every respect.
He was a Good man. He will be sadly
missed. He may have gone on to his
reward but his memories will linger
on for what life I have left.
jesse rice
July 13, 2008
joe was a kind gentleman. I worked on kcs and he always treated me fairley
my daughter knew him in junior achievment program at kcs office/
Charles Hearne
July 13, 2008
A true railroad man in every sense of the word, one who was well respected across the KCS-L&A.
For the Commander, Carroll R. Michaud
July 13, 2008
The Final Salute
“Brothers in Arms”, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged “Hand Salutes” as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another.
This “Hand Salute” is the last that we shall render to Joe Webb our “Brother-in-Arms”. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Joe. And to Joe it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the devoted and selfless service he rendered to his country during WW-II while serving in the U.S. Army. Joe, we bid you a sad farewell. You will be dearly missed from among our ranks. Be at Ease. Rest in Peace.
On behalf of the 1,385 members of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion, I extend our sympathies and our condolences to Joe’s family and loved ones.
Dennis Engdahl, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 S. Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109
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