Burleson—Joe, 73, passed away Tuesday, July 16, 2019 after a courageous fight against leukemia. A Celebration of Life will be held at Heritage Place Independent Living on Monday, July 29, 2019 at 6:30pm. A graveside service, where he will be laid to rest with his parents, will be held in Suitland, Maryland at Cedar Hill Cemetery on August 15, 2019 at 11:00am. Joe was the VA ambassador where he lived. He loved spending time with his family, model trains, his cat Lilly, helping others, and making silly jokes. He will be missed by many, near or far. He was so many things: a son, a brother, a Father, a Papa, an Army veteran, a jokester, a cat lover, a model train enthusiast, a retired policeman, a guy who could make anyone crack a smile, a Star Trek lover, and much much more!! He will be missed everyday ????
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So sorry for the loss of this man! He was a character and a genuinely kind man. I was blessed to know him and spend time with him during his fight! He was a fighter for sure, and I know he is no longer in pain and resting peacefully. God bless you, Joe like you blessed us knowing you!
Joe~ my loving brother~
It is so difficult to say goodbye. You fought hard, but it was your time to leave us. I will always remember the wonderful relationship we shared.
Love, your sister,
Linda
Joe became a dear friend and will be greatly missed.
I still expect to see him come wheeling around the corner of the front desk with that mischievous look on his face ????
I had the privilege and pleasure of meeting Joe, and soon thereafter his family, in around 1990. He became a dedicated and reliable friend for nearly 30 years.
I will miss him greatly.
My greatest friend Joe you
We’re a great mentor and
Set good examples your
Entire life. You were a special
Friend that could make me
Laugh and cheer me up. Your
Face would light up with joy
When you saw a new train ????
Like a kid on Christmas Day.
You touched all our soles and
Made life easier. You were the
Angel among us, that God
Called to be with him. Your
Light is still here with in us
And your memories will last
For ever. I miss our good times
But most of all I have the gift of
Memories to cherish forever. I
Know you are in the light and
We will some day meet again
In Gods light for we are all part
of Gods creation. Let there be
Light. God bless you and your
Family. Amen
Joe was such a good man ! A real joy to be around! Rest In Peace , my friend!
Bill and I are very sorry for your loss Catherine, Brad, Hunter, and Ashley. (and Lilly) We know you will miss him.
Catherine, you were at his side, giving your all, showing him the love of Christ. You must now rest assured that his soul was saved and that one day you will see him again in heaven due to his confession of faith in Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior.
Where tears flow, comes healing. May you feel the loving and comforting arms of Jesus around you.
The Dunns
Rest in Peace Joe, You will be missed by many. It was an honor to spend your last days here on this earth with you. Your enthusiasm for jokes will never be forgotten. “I love you, Joe” I smile as I write that because I know what your snarky response is :).
Catherine & Linda I am so very sorry. The loss of a loved one is never easy. You are in my prayers during this difficult time.
Joe, we shared many good times,many visits to the trailer park and many Chinese lunches at my office. We even had fun one bad winter with the snow blowers. I will miss you tremendously buddy. May you Rest In Peace until we meet again. Randy
Cathrine, I know you loved your Dad, so very much. Now he is in peace and out of pain. I thank you for the time you brought him into my life.
Your Dad will always live in your heart.
Many prayers for you and your family.
Blessings and hugs always
We met Joe and Catherine during one of the worst times. The strength and love they showed was inspiring.
Catherine and Linda, we are so sorry for your loss and grateful to have been apart of your journey-
Danny and Kristy Robinson
Joe was a friend I along with sgt. Gesiotto drove Joe crazy in a friendly way when he was an instructor in Brunswick Georgia. REST IN ETERNAL PEACE JOE
So sorry for your loss. Joe was one of my Supervisors at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center back in 1984. He was a good man.
Bob. I remember him talking about you. He loved to tell stories about FLETC.
Thank you for your kind words