Joe Velasquez
January 11, 1925 ~ September 29, 2007
Velasquez, Joe E., 82, beloved husband, father, grandfather, friend and active member of Kechi United Methodist Church passed away Saturday, September 29, 2007. Visitation 6:00 - 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, Downing Lahey East Chapel. Funeral service 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, October 3, 2007, Kechi United Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Marilyn, son; Lee (Vivian) of Ark City, daughter; Elisa Balleau of Wichita, son; Tony (Susan) of Lees Summit, MO, grandchildren; Sarah, Ben and Anna Balleau and Frankie and Olivia Velasquez, brother; Harold (Lil) of Berryton, KS, sisters; Mary Velasquez and Betty Maricle of Derby as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Joe was born in Anthony, KS on January 11, 1925 and served in the U.S. Army in the South Pacific during WWII. He worked as a drafting engineer for Boeing and then retired from Kice Industries in 1990 and was a longtime member of the Lions Club. A memorial has been established with the Kechi United Methodist Church. Tributes may be sent to the family via www.dlwichita.com
View current weather.
Memories Timeline
Guestbook
Sign the Guestbook, Light a Candle
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family’s loss.
Marilyn, So sorry to hear of your loss. You and Joe are very special. We knew the hurt you are feeling. If there is anything we can do, let us or your neighbors knew and we will be there. We will miss seeing Joe around. Thinking of you. Tommy & Betty Taylor
Joe’s wonderful smile, big hugs, and bright personalty will be greatly missed. What a treasure heaven has now.
We’ve lost one of our best customers. We hope you are comforted knowing he’s in a better place. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
I am so sorry to hear of Joe’s passing. I have fond memories of shared experiences of us both driving a cab in Kansas City. We shared a strong friendship for over 50 years. My deepest sympathy to the family.
You are all in our prayers.