Joe was born December 29, 1926 to Bernabe and Lupe De Santiago in Miami, Az., and passed away in Fresno on Satu- rday, March 13, 2010 at the age of 83. He was the proud owner of Santiago Auto Body.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Felipa; and his granddaughter Victoria Ann.
He is survived by his children Teresa Ortiz, Joe Jr., and John; five grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.
The family would like to thank Nancy Hinds Hospice for their care and support.
Visitation will be at Whitehurst, Sullivan, Burns and Blair Funeral Home on Monday, March 22, 2010, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. followed by Recitation of the Holy Rosary at 7:00 p.m.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Anthony Mary Claret Catholic Church on Tuesday, March 23, 2010, at 10:00 a.m., followed by interment at St. Peters' Cemetery.