That smile I will always remember  - it always seemed like he was up to something.  That mischievous,  sneaky smile. You're always in my heart Tio, and when I think about your smile, I will smile.
❤️

What a photo! Louie and Grandson, Eli Pelayo.  Lupe their sister and Pepe.  On his way to celebrate his 75th Birthday!

Pepe is preceded in death by his mother Guadalupe "Lupe" Barriga who passed away in 2009.  She loved her son, and he loved her with all his might.  They are together now.

Pepe loved spending time with Mara.  Camping during the summer was an all time favorite!

Tio, we are going to miss you everyday of our lives. Thank you for being there for us and for my children.  They loved you so much! I will always tell them about you. Never let them forget.

2024 - Ensenada Mexico.  Having dinner with my bro. I'm going to miss our road trips.

We think about you always, we talk about you still. You have not been forgotten, and you never will. We hold you close within our hearts and there you will remain,  to walk and guide us through our lives until we meet again.   WE LOVE YOU - Your Family.

Having fun with Joe and Terry.  Terry's daughter Samantha was leaving to Japan to finish her studies.  A celebration was in order.

2023 my 75th Birthday.   My sisters, Lupe and Terry had a wonderful surprise planned for me.  They came to Yuma, picked me up and took me to San Diego for the day.  We ate, laughed and cherished every minute of our time together.  I had a BLAST! The day after, I came home and shared the wonderful memory with all my family.  I didn't stop talking about it for days.   THANK YOU FAMILY.

A limb has fallen from the Family Tree that says, grieve not for me. Remember the BEST TIMES, the laughter, the songs, the good life, I lived while I was strong.

Carrillo/Barriga cousins in San Jose picking cherries.. 1956 ish..

In his element .. all the things 🍉🍋‍🟩🥦🥕
around him made him happy

Pepe enjoying His favorite at H.G. and it reminded him of our Mom 💜 I saw the love in his face.

I love my brother Pepe, such a handsome big brother 😍
Te voy a recordar con mucho amor y muy bonito Pepe 💜🥰💜
RIP 🙏✝️

At restaurant, to give Pepe one of his favorite foods he requested.

We sang to him Happy Birthday twice had two cakes, celebrate twice because this handsome man deserved it! He was so happy 😊

I’ll cherish all our memories together always 🙏💜🥰…..
Sharing the last time we were together, having the most wonderful time on your Big 75th birthday. We made him wear it!!!!

An event that made a memory this year.  We celebrated three Barriga generations.  A mariachi played over 4 hours, everyone danced, ate and laughed.  A beautiful memory that we will all cherish forever.

Joe was always a kind soul .   He always greeted you with a smile and kind face .  Kids and I have great memories of him when we visited with Louie and Terri and us coming over for family fun. .   We all laughed and enjoyed , he made you feel like family always .  Souls like Joe are few .  He will be missed .    We send all the familia lots of love and support. 

Carmen and familia !

My junior high school prom and I had to wait for you to come and take a picture. Told me to behave and have fun.  I’ll miss you big brother 💙

Your 75th birthday was fun and mischievous.. I’ll treasure our whole lifetime of your role as my big brother, I’ll miss our long conversations. Wait for me by the Cherry
tree. I love you Pepucho

Love you with all my heart,

❤️ Your mini me.

I'm going to miss that handsome man. And I mean handsome in face and soul. Go with the Lord my brother.

I hold so many dear memories of you, a man with a contagious laugh and a heart of gold. Thank you tio for being an amazing person. I will miss you MY HANDSOME! 
Love always
Vanessa Garcia

I was deeply saddened to hear about the loss of Joe. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Sending you all my love and support during this tough time. -Vicky. 💐

OBITUARY

Jose "Pepe" Calderon Carrillo

August 15, 1948 – August 16, 2024

Johnson Mortuary & Desert Lawn Memorial Park

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