“BOZE”
May 8, 1952-Jan. 19, 2012
Joseph was born and raised in Merced, CA. He attended local schools and for many years worked in local canneries. Joseph loved everyone and was a big joker. He enjoyed family parties, collecting antique toys, and loved music.
Joseph is preceded in death by his parents, Anthony and Rosie Soriano; brother, Edward; sister, Sylvia Soriano; and daughter, Shane Littleton.
He was survived by his wife, Sharon Cheatham; daughter, Michelle Chavez; 4 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; brothers, Richard, Anthony, Alberto, and Saul Soriano; and sisters, Donna Soriano, Rita Soria, Olivia Gonzales, and Genia Soriano.
There will be a celebration of Joseph’s life on Friday, January 27, 2012 from 1:00PM-4PM at Club Merced’s, 9th & M St., Merced, CA.
Arrangements under the direction of Stratford Evans Merced Funeral Home, Merced, CA.
