Joseph F. Lopez, 61, of Bonne Terre, MO passed away on December 24, 2021, surrounded by his loved ones. Originally from Estancia, New Mexico, Joe ultimately made his home in Missouri following an eleven year career in the Air Force. In 1992 he met his beautiful wife Kim and they married three years later. In their nearly 30 years together, Joe and Kim enjoyed watching their grandchildren grow, motorcycling, camping, hunting and traveling. He will be dearly missed and always remembered.
Joe is survived by his wife Kim; his five children, Senica (Tyler) Kasper, Jacob Lopez, Chip (Sally) Bothmann, Chrissy (Scott) Rausch, Jessica (Matt) Elliott; his seven grandchildren, Brennan, Fischer, Jackson, Jayden, Brysen, Asher, Monterey; his brothers Carlos, Alfred, and Donald; and sisters Connie, Marie, Cecilia, and Loretta. He was preceded in death by his parents Carlos and Frances Lopez and his brothers Michael and Robert.
Visitation Thursday, December 30 from 4pm – 8pm at Kutis Affton, 10151 Gravios. Funeral service Friday, December 31 at 8:30am at Kutis Affton. Interment Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Children’s Brain Tumor Foundation (cbtf.org), 1460 Broadway, New York, NY 10036 212-448-9494.
I am so sorry to hear this. Joe was such a wonderful man and Patriot. Your family is in my prayers for Gods restoration and healing.
I am so sorry to hear this. Joe was such a wonderful man and Patriot. Your family is in my prayers for Gods restoration and healing.
Kim,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. We have many fond memories of fun times spent together with you and Joe at GWRRA events and camping trips. May God’s greatest mercy be with you as you morn your loss.
Kim,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. We have many fond memories of fun times spent together with you and Joe at GWRRA events and camping trips. May God’s greatest mercy be with you as you morn your loss.
My deepest condolences to Kim and his children, grandchildren. May he rest in eternal peace. I’ll miss you brother.
My deepest condolences to Kim and his children, grandchildren. May he rest in eternal peace. I’ll miss you brother.
Thinking of you and your sweet family, Chrissy.
Thinking of you and your sweet family, Chrissy.
Uncle Joe, I will miss you. You were a GOOD Uncle and I will always remember all the good times I had with you, from taking me cruising with you in Grandpa’s old truck when I was a little guy to the last time I got to see you and hug you good bye when I left. I love you Uncle Joe. You will be missed by us all. My condolences to everyone who has lost this special person in their life.
Uncle Joe, I will miss you. You were a GOOD Uncle and I will always remember all the good times I had with you, from taking me cruising with you in Grandpa’s old truck when I was a little guy to the last time I got to see you and hug you good bye when I left. I love you Uncle Joe. You will be missed by us all. My condolences to everyone who has lost this special person in their life.
So very sorry for your loss. Joe was such a great man. He will be dearly missed by all of us in Prosthetics at VA St. Louis Healthcare System.
So very sorry for your loss. Joe was such a great man. He will be dearly missed by all of us in Prosthetics at VA St. Louis Healthcare System.
He was such a sweet, kind and gentle man. Such a tremendous loss. He will be missed.
Prayers and deepest condolences to his family.
Fly high with the angels Joe.
He was such a sweet, kind and gentle man. Such a tremendous loss. He will be missed.
Prayers and deepest condolences to his family.
Fly high with the angels Joe.
My heart and condolences go out to you Kim and family. Joe’s many years of friendship through the VA, our rides together in/out of Chapter Z(Goldwing Group). Joseph’s huge personality, kindness, love for you Kim and his family was peerless in it’s sincerity, integrity and honor. I was and am proud to call him my friend. A’Ho brother. May your Spirit, look down upon us and guide your family forevermore.
My heart and condolences go out to you Kim and family. Joe’s many years of friendship through the VA, our rides together in/out of Chapter Z(Goldwing Group). Joseph’s huge personality, kindness, love for you Kim and his family was peerless in it’s sincerity, integrity and honor. I was and am proud to call him my friend. A’Ho brother. May your Spirit, look down upon us and guide your family forevermore.
I just can’t believe he is gone. He is nice guy and supported military. I am so sad that his family has to go though this loss. It’s not fair. I will keep them in my prayers.
I just can’t believe he is gone. He is nice guy and supported military. I am so sad that his family has to go though this loss. It’s not fair. I will keep them in my prayers.
One of the most kindhearted, loyal and fun loving men I’ve ever met. I’m so sorry for your loss. He loved and spoke of his family all of the time. He will be deeply missed.
One of the most kindhearted, loyal and fun loving men I’ve ever met. I’m so sorry for your loss. He loved and spoke of his family all of the time. He will be deeply missed.
What a Diamond in the Rough. Joe had the biggest Heart, I didn’t know him that well, but he was always wanting to see people succeed. May the good Lord be with all, during this time . God Bless you Joe.
What a Diamond in the Rough. Joe had the biggest Heart, I didn’t know him that well, but he was always wanting to see people succeed. May the good Lord be with all, during this time . God Bless you Joe.
Joe was the true meaning of loyal and kind, he always looked out for everyone and took the time to listen and guide. I am so thankful that I was able to know such a wonderful person who loved his family and country.
Joe was the true meaning of loyal and kind, he always looked out for everyone and took the time to listen and guide. I am so thankful that I was able to know such a wonderful person who loved his family and country.
I am so sorry for your loss.
Joseph always had a postive comment about my Dad Richard Coburn always something nice to say. Joseph you will be greatly missed. May you Rest in Peace my friend.
I am so sorry for your loss.
Joseph always had a postive comment about my Dad Richard Coburn always something nice to say. Joseph you will be greatly missed. May you Rest in Peace my friend.
We were absolutely heartbroken to hear the news about Joe. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Kim and their entire family. Joe will be greatly missed by many.
Biff & Donna Hulsey
We were absolutely heartbroken to hear the news about Joe. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Kim and their entire family. Joe will be greatly missed by many.
Biff & Donna Hulsey
Deepest condolences to Kim, Sensen, Jacob, and all his family. My prayers will always be with you. I will miss you, my baby brother. Fly with the angels, hermano.
Deepest condolences to Kim, Sensen, Jacob, and all his family. My prayers will always be with you. I will miss you, my baby brother. Fly with the angels, hermano.
Some of my childhood memories are of visiting Estancia and my cousin Joseph always took me under his wings. He had a big heart and he lived life in a big way too. Hugs to Kim and his kids and brothers and sisters, my cousins. He will be very missed.
Some of my childhood memories are of visiting Estancia and my cousin Joseph always took me under his wings. He had a big heart and he lived life in a big way too. Hugs to Kim and his kids and brothers and sisters, my cousins. He will be very missed.
My sincere condolences to Kim, Senica, Jacob, Chip, Chrissy, Jessica, grandchildren and his family. Hermanito, you will be forever loved, forever missed but never forgotten. You earned your angel wings go Fly with the angels JoeP, little brother.
My sincere condolences to Kim, Senica, Jacob, Chip, Chrissy, Jessica, grandchildren and his family. Hermanito, you will be forever loved, forever missed but never forgotten. You earned your angel wings go Fly with the angels JoeP, little brother.
Kim our hearts are truly saddened to her of Joseph’s passing. Our condolences to all the family. He will always be remembered as a good man. He was our DJ at the Lopez reunions and we know he loved the music and the singing of his family members. God has gained another angel. Loving thoughts and prayers to all of his loved ones.
Kim our hearts are truly saddened to her of Joseph’s passing. Our condolences to all the family. He will always be remembered as a good man. He was our DJ at the Lopez reunions and we know he loved the music and the singing of his family members. God has gained another angel. Loving thoughts and prayers to all of his loved ones.
Our hearts are so broken! My deepest sympathy for the family! He was an Outstanding Supervisor, friend and mentor! He helped so many Veterans and people. He was our Hero and he will be missed by many.
Our hearts are so broken! My deepest sympathy for the family! He was an Outstanding Supervisor, friend and mentor! He helped so many Veterans and people. He was our Hero and he will be missed by many.
I cannot believe this! Not Joe Lopez—this is an unbelievably heartbreaking loss. Mr. Lopez was my first Supervisor at the VA STL—a good, good, man—everyone wanted to work for him, because he was a real Supervisor’s Supervisor!!! He took care of his people, took care of the Veterans, had a great sense of humor, was kind and gentle, and was simply a very good person and a lovable human being. This is a terrible loss for all of us at the VA and the Veterans as well. My sincere condolences to Mr. Lopez’ family and the staff of his Prosthetics office who are surely feeling this loss, as well as I am. Take your rest and know that you did your very best. Rest in Honor and in Peace.
I cannot believe this! Not Joe Lopez—this is an unbelievably heartbreaking loss. Mr. Lopez was my first Supervisor at the VA STL—a good, good, man—everyone wanted to work for him, because he was a real Supervisor’s Supervisor!!! He took care of his people, took care of the Veterans, had a great sense of humor, was kind and gentle, and was simply a very good person and a lovable human being. This is a terrible loss for all of us at the VA and the Veterans as well. My sincere condolences to Mr. Lopez’ family and the staff of his Prosthetics office who are surely feeling this loss, as well as I am. Take your rest and know that you did your very best. Rest in Honor and in Peace.
Dear Kim and family,
We are deeply saddened in Joe’s passing, and sorry you lost your best friend and the love of your life. May the heartwarming memories that you and Joe shared help you through each day. Joe was a wonderful and humble man, and a dear friend. He was so much fun to be around and he will be greatly missed. We will forever treasure knowing him from our time in the Air Force and then meeting up with the both of you again years later through our Motorcycle association — the rides we took together were the best, especially the one to New Mexico for your Birthday. You are in our thoughts and prays Kim, God bless you and your family.
With our Deepest Sympathy
Dear Kim and family,
We are deeply saddened in Joe’s passing, and sorry you lost your best friend and the love of your life. May the heartwarming memories that you and Joe shared help you through each day. Joe was a wonderful and humble man, and a dear friend. He was so much fun to be around and he will be greatly missed. We will forever treasure knowing him from our time in the Air Force and then meeting up with the both of you again years later through our Motorcycle association — the rides we took together were the best, especially the one to New Mexico for your Birthday. You are in our thoughts and prays Kim, God bless you and your family.
With our Deepest Sympathy
I don’t even know where to begin…
First, my heart felt condolences go out Kim, Senica, Jacob, Chip, Chrissy, Jessica, and his grandkids. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Joseph was a year and 8 months older than me. His nickname for me was “Lorettini.” I never found out where he came up with that but I always thought it was cute. It’s still hard to believe he’s gone but he is DEFINITELY will never be forgotten. His laugh, his big and tight hugs when greeting me and saying good-byes, and his advices will be greatly missed. Brother, I miss you and love you and always will. May you RIP. Now go ride high hermano and watch over us down here!!! I love you!! ❤️
I don’t even know where to begin…
First, my heart felt condolences go out Kim, Senica, Jacob, Chip, Chrissy, Jessica, and his grandkids. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Joseph was a year and 8 months older than me. His nickname for me was “Lorettini.” I never found out where he came up with that but I always thought it was cute. It’s still hard to believe he’s gone but he is DEFINITELY will never be forgotten. His laugh, his big and tight hugs when greeting me and saying good-byes, and his advices will be greatly missed. Brother, I miss you and love you and always will. May you RIP. Now go ride high hermano and watch over us down here!!! I love you!! ❤️
We are deeply saddened to hear about Joe Lopez. Our country lost one of their greatest assets and hero’s. Joe was one person you could always count on to make sure our nation’s veterans received the greatest possible care. We will miss him so much our hearts bleed for his family.
We are deeply saddened to hear about Joe Lopez. Our country lost one of their greatest assets and hero’s. Joe was one person you could always count on to make sure our nation’s veterans received the greatest possible care. We will miss him so much our hearts bleed for his family.
My heartfelt condolences to Auntie Kim, Senica, Jacob, Chip, Chrissy, Jessica and his grandchildren. Uncle Joe, you always held a special place in my heart and always will. You always were my football hero growing up and my biggest fan when you watched me play. I’ll never forget you yelling at me to run when I caught an on-side kick at UNM stadium during a tournament. Please give Grandma a kiss for me and an Uncle Joe Hug to Grandpa, Uncle Mike and Uncle Robert! Until we see each other again, Vaya Con Dios Mi Tio Joe!! Love Scotch
My heartfelt condolences to Auntie Kim, Senica, Jacob, Chip, Chrissy, Jessica and his grandchildren. Uncle Joe, you always held a special place in my heart and always will. You always were my football hero growing up and my biggest fan when you watched me play. I’ll never forget you yelling at me to run when I caught an on-side kick at UNM stadium during a tournament. Please give Grandma a kiss for me and an Uncle Joe Hug to Grandpa, Uncle Mike and Uncle Robert! Until we see each other again, Vaya Con Dios Mi Tio Joe!! Love Scotch
Still sitting here in disbelief, denial and completely heart broken. Kim, my heart goes out to you and Joe’s entire family and friends. Such an incredible loss for you and your family and really everyone that Joe has touched. I moved to IL 15 yrs ago. I had some opportunities for jobs but when I interviewed for a position in Prosthetics at JB I knew I had found more than just a job, I found a family I so desperatelyneeded – thanks to Joe. Joe was an amazing supervisor, mentor and friend. He truly cared for us as a team and family. The Veterans he served always came first. He has a heart of gold and truly an absolutely incredible person. He was larger than life, I still hear his laughter and it makes me smile through the tears. He often talked of his beautiful wife Kim, their family and grandchildren, his Mom and Dad, the loss of his brothers and the things he was looking forward to in retirement. I will forever carry him in my heart and thoughts. He will never ever ever ever be forgotten.
Still sitting here in disbelief, denial and completely heart broken. Kim, my heart goes out to you and Joe’s entire family and friends. Such an incredible loss for you and your family and really everyone that Joe has touched. I moved to IL 15 yrs ago. I had some opportunities for jobs but when I interviewed for a position in Prosthetics at JB I knew I had found more than just a job, I found a family I so desperatelyneeded – thanks to Joe. Joe was an amazing supervisor, mentor and friend. He truly cared for us as a team and family. The Veterans he served always came first. He has a heart of gold and truly an absolutely incredible person. He was larger than life, I still hear his laughter and it makes me smile through the tears. He often talked of his beautiful wife Kim, their family and grandchildren, his Mom and Dad, the loss of his brothers and the things he was looking forward to in retirement. I will forever carry him in my heart and thoughts. He will never ever ever ever be forgotten.
My deepest sympathy for the family! He was an outstanding supervisor, friend and mentor! I will always remember how he treated us like family and put his veterans first. I remember how his laugh just brightened up our day, especially when it was not going well. He helped so many people and people and will be missed by all! He will always be in our heart and I believe he will always take care of us from above.
Peace be with you and God bless!!
My deepest sympathy for the family! He was an outstanding supervisor, friend and mentor! I will always remember how he treated us like family and put his veterans first. I remember how his laugh just brightened up our day, especially when it was not going well. He helped so many people and people and will be missed by all! He will always be in our heart and I believe he will always take care of us from above.
Peace be with you and God bless!!
On behalf of Missouri GWRRA Chapter Z we send our heartfelt love and sorrow for your loss of a wonderful man. We will miss his devotion, his beautiful smile wit and charm. To meet Joe, was a blessing and an honor.
All our love,
Tom and Cindy Stewart
On behalf of Missouri GWRRA Chapter Z we send our heartfelt love and sorrow for your loss of a wonderful man. We will miss his devotion, his beautiful smile wit and charm. To meet Joe, was a blessing and an honor.
All our love,
Tom and Cindy Stewart
Chrissy, My heart is simply broken for all of you. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Oh, how he must be smiling down from above on all of you. So much love.
Chrissy, My heart is simply broken for all of you. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Oh, how he must be smiling down from above on all of you. So much love.
Our deepest sympathy to Kim and his family.
Joe did so much for me and other veterans over the years, it was truly an honor to know him.
He will be very missed.
Peace be with you
Our deepest sympathy to Kim and his family.
Joe did so much for me and other veterans over the years, it was truly an honor to know him.
He will be very missed.
Peace be with you
This is a hard pill to swallow, Joe was a awesome boss and human being, my condolences to the family!
This is a hard pill to swallow, Joe was a awesome boss and human being, my condolences to the family!
This breaks my heart. It was my pleasure to work with Joe. He was a wonderful person an showed more love, care an compassion for his family and friends. I was lucky to be able to call him a friend. What a wonderful man. My prayers to his family.
This breaks my heart. It was my pleasure to work with Joe. He was a wonderful person an showed more love, care an compassion for his family and friends. I was lucky to be able to call him a friend. What a wonderful man. My prayers to his family.
When I think of Poppy, I instantly recall how animated & boastful he was. Poppy had a heart of gold and was sure full of sass & wit! As a very close friend of his daughter Jessica, I was lucky to tag along often, and have a birds-eye view of just how much he loved his family. He truly treated every single person he met (that he liked, of course…) as if they were also a part of his family. My heart aches knowing he was about to retire and transition into a full-time grandpa, father & spouse. I’ll be thinking of the entire family during this trying time, especially his beloved wife, Kim. As strong as you are Kim, I know how much sorrow and pain you are enduring during this time. Now is the time to lean heavily on the support system you all have built over the years. From immediate family to extended family, we are here for you.
When I think of Poppy, I instantly recall how animated & boastful he was. Poppy had a heart of gold and was sure full of sass & wit! As a very close friend of his daughter Jessica, I was lucky to tag along often, and have a birds-eye view of just how much he loved his family. He truly treated every single person he met (that he liked, of course…) as if they were also a part of his family. My heart aches knowing he was about to retire and transition into a full-time grandpa, father & spouse. I’ll be thinking of the entire family during this trying time, especially his beloved wife, Kim. As strong as you are Kim, I know how much sorrow and pain you are enduring during this time. Now is the time to lean heavily on the support system you all have built over the years. From immediate family to extended family, we are here for you.