Roy Joseph

Roy was many things to many people but most of all he was loved.

He was born in Panama City, Panama in 1945 to Emilio and Beatriz Joseph.  He married the love of his life, Priscilla, in 1966.  Together, they set off on a journey to  San Francisco, California, where they would begin a life long adventure together.  In May, they would have celebrated their 44th wedding anniversary.  The had 5 daughters – – Elyria, Indira, Celinda, Priscilla, and Lacell.  Roy was a loving grandfather to his 6 grandchildren – – Jacob, Isaiah, Maya, Steven, Tatiana and Alyssa.  Roy loved aviation and worked for TWA/American Airlines for over 35 years.  He was baby brother to Luisa, Graciela, Wilma, Emilio, Henry, Vernon  and Thelma.  Whether it be fishing under the Golden Gate bridge, panning for gold in Yuma City or a picnic in the Redwoods, he was infamous for taking Priscilla and the girls on memorable weekend adventures.
 

 

22 Comments

  1. Lindsay Murdoch on March 5, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Lacell,
    My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Know that I am here for you.
    Lindsay



  2. Celinda Joseph on March 5, 2010 at 12:00 am

    I love you daddy! You will ALWAYS be with me



  3. Sonya Hicks on March 5, 2010 at 12:00 am

    To the entire Joseph family..my heart is so heavy for your tremendous loss, I have prayed for your loving and wonderful Dad(RIP) and for your strength during such a difficult time…MAY GOD BLESS & KEEP YOU

    and Yvette and Prissy- I love you and I am here..GOD Bless



  4. Lacell Joseph on March 6, 2010 at 12:00 am

    So proud to have your name. Love you Daddy, miss you more than words could ever say. Love you Love you Love you.



  5. Indira on March 6, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Daddy , I will miss you so much. I love you. I hope you are eating cookies and cake right now.



  6. Indira on March 6, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Daddy , I will miss you so much. I love you. I hope you are eating cookies and cake right now.



  7. Lynnette Hicks on March 6, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Yvette and family, my deepest sympathy on the loss of your dad. He lives on in all your hearts and of everyone who loved him. Love and peace, Lynnette



  8. Jacob Shoemake on March 9, 2010 at 12:00 am

    I love you so much, Grandpa. I hope you’re happy in heaven now, and I will always remember you.



  9. Jacob Shoemake on March 9, 2010 at 12:00 am

    I love you so much, Grandpa. I hope you’re happy in heaven now, and I will always remember you.



  10. Elyria Vandegrift on March 9, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Querido Daddy,
    I love and miss you sooo much. Words cannot express how thankful and grateful I am to have had you as a father. You were great. Your words, wisdom, love and spirit will be with me always. Thank you for everything!



  11. Estelle Kirkwood on March 10, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Dear Shoemake.

    I love you and may God be with you and your family. I know that it is rough, but time, you will be okay. I have walked in your shoes and I know the pain that you all are feeling. I am just a phone call away. I will talk with you soon.
    Love Kirkwood



  12. yadira aguilar gordon on March 10, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Dear Family
    In Panama We are praying. He was a uncle especial. We will always remember him
    Blessing
    Yadira and family.



  13. Elroy Newton on March 10, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Dear Yvette and family my heart goes out to you especially your MOM, wishing GOD and your DAD contain you all in a circle of love and protection.



  14. Tatiana on March 10, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Hey grandpa. i just want you too know that everyone ,knows and will never forget, how great of a man you are. i hope that you know that everyone is ALWAYS thinking of you and how you were very strong no matter what happened. we will always love you grandpa



  15. Mike and Irma on March 10, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Roy we’ll always remember your good humor and your friendship. Que Dios lo tenga en su gloria.



  16. Verona Harbert Sanders on March 11, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Yvette and family,
    I am so sorry for your loss. While I may be at a loss for words right now, I know the Father is in control and knows exactly what He is doing. Knowing that His peace surpasses all understandiing, I pray that it overwhelms your family during this time. I love you my dear friend and I’m glad we’ve reconnected after all these years.



  17. Trisha Plunkett on March 11, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Dear Joesph and Shoemake family, I am so sorry for you loss. May God bless you and hold you tight during this time of need and great sorrow.



  18. Trisha Plunkett on March 11, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Dear Joesph and Shoemake family, I am so sorry for you loss. May God bless you and hold you tight during this time of need and great sorrow.



  19. Henry & Anastasia Joseph on March 11, 2010 at 12:00 am

    May GOD in HIS infinite Goodness, hold you all in the palms of HIS hands. Deseamos expresar lo sentimos en nuestro corazon, pero no existe palabras digno de mencion, sin embargo, desde joven mostrabas fuertes compasion e paciencia con tus alrededores.



  20. CELINDA JOSEPH on March 16, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Still missing you Daddy.I love you sooooo much~will never forget you.



  21. Laurie Rhymes-Pryor on April 15, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Yvette, Indira, and the entire Joseph family. I am deeply touched with sympathy as I read over this obituary. I know your Dad’s legacy will continue on, and I am so grateful to have met and become friends of many of you that are here because of your Dad. He will always live on in each and every one of you. So continue to remember and celebrate the many memories and love he has given you throughout his life. And I am sure we will all get to see him and celebrate together when we are all united with Christ forever and never have to go through sorrow again. So let us all live in God’s Grace and Love till we meet again. Love you all and God Bless!



  22. Tanisha Jackson on June 25, 2015 at 9:48 pm

    Want send my condolences to this family whom I’ve known since I was 5 years old they were are neighbors,family,friends. Sorry for your lost your dad was a great dad and raise you ladies right both of your parents did..I know its hard but keep your head up and know that the Jackson’s still love ya’ll



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