Birth date: Jan 15, 1927 Death date: Mar 20, 2026
A Gentle Legacy: Remembering Jose J. Duarte January 15th, 1927 – March 20th, 2026 Kindness and steady strength guided Jose J. Duarte throughout his long life. Those who knew him recall his hardworking spirit paired with a humble Read Obituary
I think of Dad daily. I talk to him everyday. I could not speak at his funeral but I spoke to him quietly in my head and heart. I could not carry him to his resting spot but he and I know why. I miss him so much. My heart aches. I love you, Daddy.
I have you on my mantle
I think of you every day
I found a candle of your favorite saint today
I pray to God to feel you in anyway
I miss you so much ….my eyes always stray to the picture that I have on my mantle each day
My last kiss I remember
my last hug I hold
till I see you again dad, I will carry this hole
12 Days Dad, I am missing you so much - I love you...
Tio told the most hilarious jokes! His laughter was contagious and a real hearty belly laugh!
Going to San Salvador with him. He accompanied me for some personal business.
When my Mom (Tio’s older sister) passed I had been staying in her hospital room every night. I lived 2 hrs away and was planning to go home to pick up proper clothes to wear at her funeral.
Somehow Tio knew and he offered to take me shopping for an outfit including shoes. He wouldn’t take “No” for an answer.
What I learned through example from my Tio is to take “Pride” in the work you do no matter how small.
