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~Joe Orosco~
SHINER: Joe Orosco, age 96, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2026. He was born on January 29, 1930, to Anselmo and Josephine Villareal Orosco and was the oldest of nine children. Joe was a devout Catholic who held strong to his faith throughout his life. He was a skilled farmer for many years and was known for knowing all the tricks and trades of farming. Joe also had a remarkable green thumb and took great pride in growing large, thriving gardens. He enjoyed spending time with family, attending gatherings, and visiting with his many nieces and nephews. Joe loved being around people, listening to music, ad relaxing with an occasional Shiner beer or Bud Light. Joe worked for many years as a custodian at Shiner Hospital and Maeker’s Liquor Store. He also worked at the former Legion Park for Ronnie Vancura, where he enjoyed the opportunity to visit and interact with the community. In May of 2025, Joe made his home at The Heights of Gonzales Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. He was loved by the staff and by the team at Heart-to-Heart Hospice. Many often spoke of his beautiful smile and his kind, gentle heart. His family is deeply grateful to all who cared for him with such compassion and kindness. Joe will be remembered for his warm spirit, his love for family and community, and the joy he brought to those around him. Survivors are his siblings, sister, Elosia Castillo; brothers, Carlos Orosco, Sr. and Alfred Orosco. Preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Rafeala Orosco, Andrea Orosco and Julie Orosco; brothers, Albert Orosco and Anselmo Orosco, Jr. Pallbeares are Albert Orosco, Adam Orosco, Martin Henry Villeral, Carlos Orosco Jr., JJ Vasquez, and Martin Revira. Rosary to be recited at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, March 12, 2026, followed by Funeral Mass at 10:30 a.m., at Sts. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church with Father Aaron Padilla officiating. Burial to follow at St. Ann Catholic Cemetery, Yoakum. Arrangements by Thiele-Cooper Funeral Home, 361-293-5656.
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