It is with heavy hearts and enduring love that we announce the passing of Jose G. Esparza. In life he was a loving and supportive son, husband, father, grandfather, and friend. At the moment of his passing he was in the caring and grateful presence of his loved ones. Joe was an Alumnus of the University of Texas at El Paso, earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Education. He went on to a fulfilling and successful career within the El Paso Independent School District, from where he retired. Through these and many other accomplishments Mr. Esparza provided for and elevated his family, all while positively impacting many a student’s life. He is proceeded in death by his parents Jose and Josefina Esparza, by his firstborn son Jose V. Esparza and by his only daughter Mary Belinda Esparza. Joe Esparza is survived by his wife of 56 years Manuela “Lulu” Esparza and his son Michael Esparza with fiancé April and step daughter Jazzy. Grandchildren in morning and in succession are; Anthony Esparza, James Esparza, Wendy Boardman and Joseph Esparza. He is further survived by his great grandchildren Alina and Joseph Cisco Esparza. This great man’s strength, kindness and love will carry on in all of us. Goodbyes are not forever and God knows we will meet again.
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