Joe Elias

Jose "Joe" Francisco Elias
Mason

Passed away on Saturday, January 22, 2022 at the age of 76. Born October 24, 1945 to Francisco and Maria (Lopez) Elias in Laredo, Texas. Joe was a graduate of Lansing Eastern High School. He honorably served in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. Following his military service Joe returned home and went to work for General Motors where he retired after 30 years. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend that will be dearly missed by all who remember him. Preceding him in death were his parents.
Surviving are his wife, Janice Elias; children, MaryJo (Albert) Hidalgo, Joseph Elias, Albert Elias; step-daughter, Melissa (Andy) Martinez; brothers, Salvador Elias, John (Dora) Elias; sisters, Berta (Pat) Henderson, Theresa (Curt) Rychlinski, Sylvia Miranda, Irene (Suchert) Sivavajchaipong as well as many nieces and nephews.
A funeral mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, January 27, 2022 at Cristo Rey Church with Fr. Vincent Richardson as Celebrant. Family will receive friends for visitation one hour prior to Mass at the church. To share memories and condolences please visit www.SkinnerFuneralHomes.com