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Joe Barbee Obituary
WESLACO, TX. --
Joe Dale Barbee, 90, went to be with his Lord, Jesus, on Thursday, March 20, 2014 in Weslaco after suffering many years from Parkinson's Disease.
Joe graduated from Weslaco High School in the class of 1942, after which he joined the Army Air Corp. He rose to the rank of 1st Lieutenant as a P-38 Pilot in the 12th Fighter Squadron, 18th Fighter Group, 13th Air Force in the Philippine Islands and New Guinea. After WWII, he graduated from Texas A&M with a degree in Horticulture and Entomology. He was part-owner of Barbee-Neuhaus Implement Company for 42 years. He was a member of the San Antonio Branch of the Federal Reserve Board, a Lifetime Member of the Confederate Air Force, and was active in various Agriculture Committees in the Rio Grande Valley. He enjoyed a life-long passion for Agriculture and Aviation and was instrumental in the development of the Weslaco Airport.
He was preceded in death by his parents, William Terry and Cora Douthit Barbee.
He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Loretta Chenik Barbee; their two children, William Terry (Joella) and Susan Elizabeth McClure (Charles); four grandchildren, Brent Barbee (Candice), Tracy Barbee Bullion (Miles), John McClure (Mary) and Jesse Bishop; and four great-grandchildren, Mrinal Alfred and Kaladon Barbee, Lila and Luke McClure and expecting a fifth this summer. Also surviving Joe is his sister, Zoe Gray and her three daughters, Zana Sherry, Patrice Sherry and Kendell Aaronson, with nephews, Shay Piecek, Justin Aaronson, Seth (Roe) Aaronson; and great-niece, Rebecca Aaronson.
The family wishes to give a special thanks to his wonderful caregivers, Connie Mata, Luis Reyna, Nelda Cardoza, Alex Valdez, Thelma Cardenas, Anna Benavides and Hortencia Silva.
Visitation will be held today, Sunday, March 23, 2014 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at McCaleb Funeral Home in Weslaco.
His funeral service will be held on Monday, March 24, 2014 at 10:00 am at First Presbyterian Church, 706 S. Iowa in Weslaco, with Pastor David McCann officiating the service.
Interment will follow at Weslaco City Cemetery located at 1001 S. Illinois Ave. Military graveside rites will be conducted by V.F.W. Post #7473 of Elsa.
Serving as pallbearers will be Brent Barbee, Miles Bullion, John McClure, Jesse Bishop, Earl Neuhaus, Arturo De Leon and Luis Reyna.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Aurora House, 2646 W. 18th St., Weslaco, TX 78596.
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www.mccalebfuneralhome. com.
Arrangements are under the direction of McCaleb Funeral Home of Weslaco.
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April 3, 2014
Terry, Susan and Mrs. Barbee:
I am so sorry for you loss. I know that my mother and dad considered him a good friend and enjoyed our time in Weslaco. Sending up prayers for your strength in the upcoming days.
Susan Rankin
Bill Gossett
April 2, 2014
My deepest sympathy to the Barbee family.
March 24, 2014
I was in the Valley visiting my mom when I heard that Mr. Barbee had passed away. Unfortunately, I was not able to attend the visitation and/or funeral. I remember so many good times our family enjoyed with the Barbee family. My sincerest condolences to Mrs. Barbee, Terry, Susan, Zoe, Trice, and the rest of the Barbee family. He was such a nice man and will be missed by so many.
Mary Angela (Cain) Freeman
Jo Summers
March 24, 2014
My deepest sympathy to the Barbee family. May you treasure the many wonderful memories and God bless you all.
March 24, 2014
Terry, we would think they are flying together again. Thinking of you and Joella.
Gary and Kathy in San Antonio
Carl and Sharon Stewart
March 23, 2014
The world has lost a true gentleman. His love of God and country was unquestionable. His love of family was only equaled by their love for him. The loss of his earthly presence can only be assuaged by the knowledge that in death he has loosed the tiresome bonds of age and is even now eagerly off on some adventure under God's watchful eye. It was our great honor to know him these many years as Terry's dad. May the wonderful memories he leaves behind be a comfort once the tears have dried.
Rose Henry Beakey
March 23, 2014
Terry & Susan, your father was such a fine man, respected by many. Loretta, my condolences & many hugs to all of you.
March 23, 2014
My deepest sympathy to the families of Mr. Joe Barbee. Mr. Joe Aguilar, Aguilar Farms (Mission, Texas)
March 23, 2014
Loretta,
We are sorry to hear of Joe's passing, but we have some wonderful memories of great times spent with him.
Love to you,
Judy and Bobby Lackey
Andy Elizondo
March 23, 2014
Loretta, our deepest sympathies to you and your family on your loss. So sorry,
Andy Elizondo and Family
Bob & Margie McCreery
March 23, 2014
So sorry to hear of Joe's passing, miss seeing him at the airport in McAllen. Our prayers are with the family.
Bob & Margie McCreery and staff at McCreery Aviation.
Marlou Levine
March 22, 2014
Dear Loretta: My deepest sympathies are with you and your family at this time of sorrow. May his memory be for a blessing to you all.
yolanda escobar williams
March 22, 2014
sorry about the loss of your father Terry-i have heard only good things about him-you really resemble his picture
March 22, 2014
We are so sorry to learn of the passing of our cousin Joe. We have some great memories of our time spent with him and Loretta over the years. He accomplished so much in his lifetime and made the entire family so proud of him. He was truly a great man. Condolences to the family. May God hold you in the palm of his hand. Love, Jody and Ted Dockery
Andy and Wendy Peroni
March 22, 2014
Our sympathies, a really good man, one of Americas greatest generation.
A great family man, business man and community leader. Again our sincerest condolences.
Jon Schill
March 22, 2014
Joe Barbee was a great man. He was the epitome of the Greatest Generation. He returned from WWII, married, raised a wonderful family, ran a successful business and contributed greatly to his community. RIP Joe.
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