Joe L. Rosales

Joe L. Rosales passed away peacefully, reunited in eternal rest with his beloved wife, Ignacia S. Rosales, who preceded him in death just months earlier. After more than 50 years of marriage, their love remained steadfast, a bond built on devotion, faith, and family.

Joe’s life was one of connection, conversation, and love. He will forever be remembered for the joy he brought into the lives of others and the lasting impression he made on everyone he met. A dedicated man, he cared deeply for his family and supported those around him with kindness, generosity, and a lively, joyful spirit.

Joe was an adventurous and funny man, a devoted husband and dad, who loved sharing jokes, traveling to new places, and gardening. He loved his yard and the peace it brought him. He was a proud dad to Mary Alice Alvarez, Rosemary Lopez, and Josephine Rosales, supporting them with guidance, strength, and unconditional love. He is also survived by his son-in-law, Mark; his grandchildren: Dezeray (Jeremy), Emma (Murray), A.J., Joey, Hannah, and Madeline; and his great-grandchildren: Aiden, Seth, Peyton, Hadley, and Liam.

A man of vibrant spirit and deep faith, Joe had a warm sense of humor, shared stories of God, and often reminded others to “take it easy.”

Joe was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Ignacia; his parents, Augustine and Guadalupe Lucio Torres; his sister, Amelia; and his brothers, Faustino, Pete, and Benito. He is also survived by his sister, Connie DeLoach, and his brother, David Torrez.

Funeral services will be held at Primrose Funeral Services in Lytle, TX, beginning on Sunday, March 1st, 2026 with a Public Viewing from 5:00pm to 9:00pm p.m. with the Rosary at 7:00 p.m. A Mass will be celebrated the next morning at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, March 2nd, 2026 at St. Andrew’s Catholic Church in Lytle,TX, with burial to follow in Evergreen Cemetery in Devine, Texas, next to his beloved wife.

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