Joseph Lawrence Marquez, (1970 - 2022) - ForeverMissed.com Online Memorials

He has soared home on eagle wings to rest with his eternal family.
And
Everybody ought to hug, kiss, miss, and love somebody at least once a day.... (Joe's favorite song)

52 years old
Born on June 28, 1970 in Denver, Colorado, United States
Passed away on July 9, 2022 in Highlands Ranch, Colorado, United States

This memorial website was created in memory of our loved one, Joseph Marquez. We will remember him forever.

Joseph Lawrence of Marquez of Highlands Ranch passed away July 9, 2022, in Highlands Ranch, Colorado. He was born on June 28, 1970. He is survived by his fiance, Lisa Zervos Clutter, and three sons; Justin (Paula Svendsen), David and Tyler Marquez (Michelle Marquez). He is also survived by his sister, Deborah Case (Brad) nephews Kyle and Erick, and brother, Mx. Anunnaki Ray Marquez (James) nephew Jaime, nieces Veronica and Xena; step-mother Elinore Marquez (Martin), step-brother Richard Martin, and step-sister Michele List (David). He is preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and Barbara Marquez, and his oldest sister, Veronica Marquez.

Joe had a Master’s of Arts from the University of Northern Colorado and was proud of his professional accomplishments as Director of Public Relations for Colorado Mountain College, CoBank, Colorado Community College System, Taxpayer Agent for Colorado Department of Revenue, and presently History Colorado System of Museums. Joe always had a way of relaying information in a professional, informative, and interesting format.

As a young child, Joe's first journey with technology was in taking apart a typewriter. He quickly moved on to making his own computers, tv's out of computer parts, and was a lover of new technology and gadgets. Joe was an enthusiastic sports fan, lover of nature, empathetic listener, and connoisseur of food. He was a loving father and significantly helped raise medical awareness of argininosuccinic aciduria. Joe was always the family peacekeeper. He just wanted his family to love each other and to always be together. Joe loved visiting with family and friends. He was proud of his heritage and extended Marquez family relationships. His smile brought joy to all who were around him. Joe will be deeply missed. He has soared home on eagle wings to rest with his eternal family.

Joe passed away with his family by his side. His family wishes to thank the doctors and nurses that cared for him at UCHealth Highlands Ranch Hospital. In lieu of flowers, please consider contributing to Joe’s son’s (David and Tyler) future education and an ABLE now account for Justin. You can donate at US Bank: US Bank routing 102000021; Acct # 103686974404. Condolences may be made to Joe's family at https://www.forevermissed.com/joseph-lawrence-marquez/. Please post a favorite story about Joe.

A private family interment will be held on July 22, 2022, at 11:00 am at Littleton Cemetery, 6155 S. Prince St. Littleton, CO 80120. Minister Rev. Michelle Scavetta from Mile Hi Church will officiate. He will be lovingly resting with his family, Barbara JoAnne Marquez (1943-2004), Lawrence Benedict Marquez (1940-2011), and Veronica Marquez (1962-1978), grave site RA 138 grave 5.

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July 12, 2023

Joe, not a day goes by that I do not think about you and my son, Richard, who passed away in August last year. I was not able to say goodbye to you at the cemetery because I was transporting Richard to dialysis that day. I hope you both are very happy in heaven with all the family members who went before you. There was something very strange that I attributed to you... I stopped at ARC and while browsing I came across a t-shirt that said "Best Bonus Mom Ever". You always called me Bonus Mom and I will always treasure that as I considered it an honor. I think you led me to that shirt to let me know you understood why I was not at the cemetery that day. Love knows no boundaries.

July 11, 2023

I just learned about Joe passing away today. We were very close friends from jr high to working on our undergrads at Metro. I had not seen him in a number of years, but he was always a good friend and helped me out of a couple of tight spots in college. We had a common passion for computers and he helped me get started in a hobby that turned into a profession.

Joe was also unflappingly positive and his happiness was infectious.

He had a friend in me and I will never forget him.

July 25, 2022

Joe, you brought light and love to everyone you met. I think that the one thing most of us would like to know at the end of our journey is did we make a difference? Well my dear friend, you made a difference to many. You made me feel that I wasn't alone in some of my struggles. You had a gift of making people feel good. I believe God took you early because you had accomplished what you set out to do. I am just so saddened for the rest of us having to lose you. To the family and friends out there grieving, may Joe's passing serve as a reminder for us to treat one another the way Joe treated us. With love, patience and compassion.

July 15, 2022

I hold Joe in the deepest respect. It was a pleasure working with him on the Marketing Team at History Colorado. He was a great communicator & I loved to collaborate with him. He was deeply respected by so many here at HC - not just because he excelled at his job, but also because he was a kind, thoughtful & fun person to be around. I miss his positive energy and capable can-do attitude. He worked with great passion & had a natural talent to communicate. I know he loved his family very much & I enjoyed seeing the twinkle in his eyes as he spoke of his sons. He was a proud father. Joe will be missed everyday. He left a huge positive impression on me and many here. With Sympathy,

July 14, 2022

Joe, my "bonus" son, words cannot express my sorrow in losing you so soon. You lit up my life in so many ways. Movies together in the dead of winter, dragging my oxygen along; breakfasts at I-HOP on Sunday mornings with David and Tyler, surprise visits where we just talked about anything and everything, trying to teach me to bowl. Joe was always my first visitor during my frequent hospital admissions. Michele, my daughter, considered Joe her blood brother and would do anything for him, including recommending him for a state position. He always remembered my birthday and mothers day with lovely cards and flowers. You will live in my heart forever. God new your heart that was so pure and wanted you back. Only the good die young as they say. I miss your smile every day. We WILL meet again one day.

July 12, 2022

My son, Chris, is a year older than Joe. During their teenage years, Chris and Joe spent a lot of time together because they had a common interest in computers.

Joe had aunt Barbara's laugh and he used it quite often. I never saw Joe in a bad or unhappy mood. He was always smiling and laughing, which was infectious.

Joe's dad, uncle Larry, used to take care of the Marquez Tree website. When Larry passed, Joe took over handling the website. When he became too busy at work, he asked me to take over the responsibility of the website. Joe's probably in Heaven right now talking about computers with his dad.

Joe left this world way too soon, but as we know, tomorrow is not promised to anyone and Joe made the most of his life while he was here.

He would take his sons to basketball, baseball, and hockey games, creating memories that his sons will never forget.

I am going to add some pictures of Joe from the Marquez Family reunions over the years, starting with the first reunion way back in 1985.

Rest in Heaven, Joe, surrounded by your mom and dad, your sister Veronica, grandma and grandpa Marquez and all of the Marquez aunts ,uncles, and cousins who were there waiting to greet you.

Don

July 11, 2022

I have so many memories of Joe during the summers when our family would drive from California to Denver to visit our aunts/uncles and cousins. Since I was a few years older than Joe I remember he was really easy to boss around lol. All of us cousins would play outside at their house in Littleton while grandma made tacos and the adults sat around the table, cocktails in hand, while visiting. Joe and I stayed in contact fairly frequently as adulthood hit us and we experienced the marriage path, having kids, etc. He took the time to fly to Southern California when my dad passed and we made a pact that we would be there for each other when our parents passed along. I still remember the trips to So. Cal he and Michelle made with the boys when they were young and how much fun it was to show them the beaches. When I moved to China for work we would communicate via FB Messenger to keep the connection going. Even though there were patches of time that passed without communication, we always picked up like it was yesterday and no time had passed at all. I’m so grateful I was able to spend some time with him Wednesday morning before the goodbye ceremony and still can’t believe he left us at such a young age. My heart hurts for his boys, his siblings and Michelle. I am unable to wrap my head around the fact that I will never hear his voice again. Fly with the angels Joe. You are finally at peace and I love you.

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One of my favorite photos of Joes Boys! Seal Beach 10/22/2010 Rhonda DiGiusto

A visit from my cousin Joe and his family - Seal Beach 10/22/2010. Had such a lovely visit! Rhonda

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September 18, 2022

I added a Rascal Flatts song and pray you are listening.
All my love bro,
Deb

Email to family -June 29, 2022

July 2, 2022

Hi Everyone,

I was driving home from seeing Joe the first day they let me see him on June 28, 2022. It was his birthday, and also the day Father Bierbaum from St. Mark came and gave Joe the Sacrament of the Sick and Absolution of Sin. He is free! I had that thought in my head as a beautiful bald eye soared above my car, floating on air and gliding to the heavens. My mind automatically thought of Joe and how he is soaring to god in peace.

I wanted to share that thought…..

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July 4, 2022

Dear Bro,

I'm hoping this website becomes your legacy. It will give everyone a place to visit and remember you, especially poor Lisa. She isn't ready to let you fly to heaven.

You didn't get a chance to say your favorite memories to anyone so I'm sharing mine. I hope and pray the family will post to the website. I was going to keep the website private, but upon reflection, I'm opening it up to everyone.  I'm hoping your friends reach out so I can add them and anyone else who wants to share about you.

All postings should be respectful, polite, PG-rated, and memories of Joe. I wish I didn't have to say this.  I got accepted into the Marquez tree and will share this link with our family. You should be proud of me.

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Miss you my sweet cousin.

August 1, 2022

Miss you my sweet cousin. Definitely always about family, meeting for lunch when I was in town or letting me visit you and your family - on your vacations in California. I posted my favorite picture of you and your boys at Seal Beach. Other fun memories are me bumping into you on the Metro Campus and trying to convince you that the chocolate chips cookies I had made really were healthy because I put walnuts in them. You ate them happily regardless of if they had nuts or not! Another one was me picking you up to teach you how to drive a car with a clutch. We got in the car with a bumpy start, made it through 3-4 lights - where you got to work the clutch some more then hit the highway and drove down to The Garden of the Gods. Had a fun day in the park and driving the highway but I'm not sure you really got any good clutch practice time in! I will miss our late night texting sessions. Peace to you.

Joe will be missed

July 25, 2022

Joe and I really got to know each other and became friends when we were at the same junior high school. I remember staying overnight at their house, in the basement messing around with the computer for hours. And then waking up way too early to tag along while Joe & uncle Larry would drive around the neighborhood for Joe’s paper route. For those old enough to remember the pre-internet days, we ran a BBS together and had a good time doing that for the year or two it lasted.

We also went to the same high school, and continued to see other fairly often. Joe was amazed at my first car - not that it was great, but at how huge it was and that I was able to maneuver it around while we would cruise around doing whatever teenagers did back then.

After we both graduated from high school life took us in different directions, but we reconnected when the Marquez reunions started happening more often. As adults Joe and I would get together a few times a year for dinner, and would end up sitting around talking for hours in the restaurant. Even though we weren’t in constant contact, every time I saw Joe it was like no time had passed and we just picked right back up wherever we’d left off the last time. As we talked it was easy to see that his sons were always his top priority. When Justin got his first job and Joe was telling me about it, it was clear that he was very proud of Justin.

Every time I think of Joe, in my head I hear his laugh. As so many others have said he laughed a lot, and was always smiling. From all of the posts on this memorial website, it’s obvious that he touched a lot of lives and will be greatly missed.

Joe's Family Stepping Up for Him

July 25, 2022

I just wanted to write that I remember how much Joe loved his siblings. We often spoke about how much he loved them and he would say how he wished he could be there more for them. He felt bad that they had lost touch for a bit but he understood that's just the way of life. There are times when our life obligations don't allow for much more than getting through the day with our sanity in check.

When Joe moved out of his house a few years ago into an apartment he was in a real bind. We were able to provide him with a few pieces of furniture but what he really needed was muscle. I suggested that Joe reach out to his sister, Debbie for help. He hesitated because they hadn't touched base for a little while but I reminded him that family always comes through for you. It's true. Debbie, you and your entire family dropped everything at the last minute and showed up for Joe. At times like this we often look back on the things we regret and things we wished we had done. But Debbie this is the kind of thing that mattered. It was genuine act of love and it meant the world to Joe. He knew how much you loved him. Both you and A.
Love, Michele

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