Joe was born in Oakland, California and was just born to love the Raiders. He was a loving and caring man who also loved God, family, gardening, and music. Joe played the guitar and owned several; as well owning an extensive collection of LPs and CDs. Joe is survived by his loving sister, Dorothy Smith, her husband Christopher; his nephew Adam of Houston, his wife Kelly and their son Brady; his nephew Andrew of New York, and niece Serita of Houston.
Visitation to be held Monday, May 1, 2018 5 pm to 9 pm at Martin Funeral Home East, with Rosary to be held at 7 pm. Funeral Mass to be held at Holy Spirit Church, 14100 McMahon Ave. Horizon City, Texas Tuesday, May 2 at 10 am, with interment to follow at Mount Carmel Cemetery 401 S. Zaragoza in El Paso, Texas.