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Jose Luis "Joe" Cavazos Sr.

Jose Cavazos Obituary

Cavazos Sr. Jose "Joe" Luis Cavazos Sr., 55, of Waco, passed away Sunday, Sept. 9, 2007, at a local nursing center. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 12, St. Francis Catholic Church with the Rev. Roman Burgos as celebrant. Burial will follow at Oakwood Cemetery. Jose Luis was born the son of Betty Rodriguez and Marcilio Sanchez Cavazos Sr. Sept. 2, 1952, in Harlingen, Texas. Joe served in the U.S. Army for five years, doing two tours in Germany. He was a member of Waco Missions for several years and worked for Aafes Army Exchange for almost 17 years. Joe enjoyed playing Bingo and cooking for his family. Preceding Joe in death were his father, Marcilio Cavazos Sr.; infant sister, Betty Jean Cavazos; nephew, David Mata Sr.; and aunt, Mary Lou Leos. Those left behind to cherish his memory are wife, Virginia Cavazos of Waco; son, Joe Luis Cavazos Jr. and wife, Becky of San Antonio; daughter, Christine Cavazos of San Antonio; granddaughter, Jessi Cavazos of San Antonio; mother, Betty R. Erebia of Waco; brothers, Marcilio Cavazos Jr., Guadalupe Cavazos Sr. and Joe Erebia, all of Waco; sisters, Mary Ellen Guardiola, Sandra Arias, Sylvia C. Navarro and Anita Medina, all of Waco; special friend, Robin Lindsey of Waco; and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. Please visit Joe's memorial at www.mem.com to leave a tribute and view his movie. September 2, 1952 - September 9, 2007 Sign the Guest Book at www.wacotrib.com

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Published by Waco Tribune-Herald from Sep. 11 to Sep. 12, 2007.

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SHAWN LINDSEY

September 12, 2007

ROBIN SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR LOSS. I KNOW AT TIMES LIKE THESE WORDS OR HARD TO COME BY. I WISH YOU WELL. ME AND PAT'S THOUGHT'S AND PRAYER WILL BE WITH YOU FOREVER.

Bonnie Carey

September 11, 2007

I am Jimmy Carey's sister and work at Mclennan Co Jail. I spoke with Sylvia several times and wished I could have done more for the family at this sad time. My sympathy goes to the family. Only time will help you to get over this sadness and loss.

Jimmy Carey

September 11, 2007

He was always there with a simle and a helping hand. Never complained and always happy. Very much enjoyed his and Robin's company. Will be missed by all that were lucy enough to know him. Sincerely from a co-worker and friend.

Lori Castillo

September 11, 2007

May God Bless this family and keep them stong .

Katherine Nabors

September 11, 2007

Joe's wide smile will be missed by his co-workers and friends.

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