Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Joseph Walters Obituary
Joseph "Joe" Walters, 71 of Vacaville, passed surrounded by loved ones on Friday, Oct. 31, after a brief but courageous battle of lung cancer.
Joe was born in Sacramento, on Oct. 9, 1943. He graduated from Vacaville High School in the class of 1961. Upon completion of high school, Joe enlisted in the United States Navy. During his service in the Navy, Joe was stationed on the U.S.S Gurke in the Vietnam War. After his Navy service Joe began his 40 year career with PG&E. He retired in 2005, and has since enjoyed camping, fishing, following multiple sports, reading, and spending time with friends and family.
Joe is survived by his beautiful wife of 48 years, Sharon; daughter, Ashley Edwards; son-in-law, Joe Edwards; mother, Rose Walters-Pearse; sister, Kathleen Ford; brothers, Michael and Tim Walters, and grandsons, Savastian and Madden.
He is preceded in death by his father, Snooky; sister, Patsy; brother-in- law, John Ford, and step-father, Charles Pearse.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, Nov. 7, from noon to 4 p.m., at the Vacaville Moose Lodge, 6585 Gibson Canyon Road, Vacaville, 95688. The family requests guests dress casual in their favorite sport's team apparel.
A private internment at Sacramento Valley National Cemetery to be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to the non-profit organization www.freetobreathe.org, an organization that focuses on lung cancer awareness and patient resources.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Walters
Ryan Sherman
July 24, 2015
Sharon,
Me and my mom are so sorry to hear about your husband Joe's death. I'm sorry we didn't know him. He would have liked us. I hope Ashley and the 2 boys are doing much better. Ashley is my best friend now. Wherever Joe is, he'll always be with us in our hearts forever.
Ryan Sherman, Vacaville, CA
Ryan Sherman
July 24, 2015
Sharon,
I'm very sorry to hear about your husband Joe's passing. Me and my mom didn't really know him very much. He would have liked us. I hope Ashley and your grandsons are doing much better. Ashley is my best friend now. Wherever Joe is, he'll always be with us in our hearts forever.
Debbie Van Wie
April 23, 2015
Sharon, I just learned of Joe's passing today. Hold all the good memories close. The Walters are a wonderful family and you all will always be in my prayers.
January 25, 2015
I miss you dad
Debbie Lewis
November 12, 2014
We are so sorry to hear about your loss W. Nadine Lewis and Debbie Lewis
Irene and Gary Lavaysse
November 7, 2014
Sending our love and sympathy in the loss of your husband, father and proud grandfather. He put up a very strong fight.
May he rest in peace now.
Irene and Gary Lavaysse
Alice Remington
November 5, 2014
Sharon, my sincere condolences to you and your family. May Joe rest in peace.
Mark & Victoria Solorzano
November 5, 2014
Sharon
We are so sad to hear this, our heart goes out to you and your family at this difficult time. We were blessed to have met and become friends with you and Joey! Big hugs to you
mac and shirley mcdaniel
November 5, 2014
so sorry to hear of joe's passing, sharon. we are in yuma and will be unable to attend the services but will wear a 49'er shirt friday. god bless you and joe.
JESS RUTLEDGE
November 5, 2014
I AM SADDENED TO HEAR THAT JOE HAS PASSED AWAY.WE GO BACK A LONG WAYS THRU PGANDE AND ATHLETICS.I GRADUATED FROM WINTERS HIGH IN 1961.JOE WAS A VERY GOOD WORKER AND GREAT SOFTBALL PLAYER AND HE WE JUST AN ALL AROUND GOOD GUY.MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO HIS ENTIRE FAMILY.YOU WILL BE TRULY MISSED JOE,YOU LEFT US WAY TOO SOON.REST IN PEACE JOE.
Showing 1 - 10 of 10 results
Make a Donation
in Joseph Walters's name
Memorial Events
for Joseph Walters
How to support Joseph's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Joseph Walters's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
