Jose "Joe" P. Garcia, age 91, resident of Willard, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, June 24, 2026 in Findlay, Ohio. He was born on October 26, 1934 in Alice, Texas to the late Augustin and Dominga (Perez) Garcia and had been a former resident of Apopka, Florida. Joe joined the U.S. Army in 1957 until the birth of his first child. While living in Apopka, he was a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church and worked at Florida Utility Trailers. While living in Willard, he was a member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church and he retired after 52 years of dedicated service at Buurma Farms and was a parts driver for Federated Auto Parts. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus in both Florida and Ohio.
He is survived by two sons, Joey Allen Garcia of Loudonville, Ohio and James Wade Garcia of Willard, Ohio; one daughter, Barbara Sue (Jeffery) Refuerzo of Cleveland, Tennessee; seven grandchildren, Danielle Hughes, Erica Garcia, Bobby Joe Garcia, Sara Garcia, Michael Refuerzo, Jessica Refuerzo and Dara Shade; brother, Macario "Mac" (Alice) Garcia of Willard, Ohio; sister-in-law, Bonnie (Jim) Snyder; and nieces and nephew, Christy Snyder, Cory Snyder and Lisa Myers.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Connie Lee (Beck) Garcia whom he married on May 23, 1985; two brothers, Crispin "Chris" Garcia and Concepcion "John" Garcia.
Visitation will be at Secor Funeral Home in Willard, Ohio on Saturday, June 27, 2026 from 11:00 AM until the time of his service at 1:00 PM with Deacon Bruce Alge officiating. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery in Bloomville, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be made to the New Washington Library or the New Washington Lutheran Church Pre-School. Online condolences may be made to Joe's family by visiting www.secorfuneralhomes.com
Condolences
Claudia Garcia - Jul 25, 2026
My condolences to the family of my amazing grandpa John Garcia's brother ❤
Dawn Thompson - Jun 29, 2026
It was such an honor getting to meet and be a part of Jose’s care and getting to know the family. He was such a kind man. He will be missed! Thoughts and prayers to you all.
Doug Baker - Jun 27, 2026
Garcia family. I had the pleasure working with Joe. What a great guy. Always friendly and full of mischief. RIP Joe.
Kathy Collins Kilgore - Jun 27, 2026
Mac, so sorry for your loss. Hope Alice and yourself are in good health. I think about our days at Pioneer and most of us were like family. My condolences to your brother's family members. I didn't know Jose but im sure he was a good man from all the wonderful things people are saying about him. Mac my thoughts are with you and Alice. My prayers are with you. Sincerely KK
Steve gayheart - Jun 26, 2026
My condolences to the family, I have known joe all my life,I enjoyed working with him many years,,he taught me alot when I was younger,,I was 17 and joe taught me how to drive a tow motor, he will be missed,,
Richard Russell - Jun 26, 2026
Mac and Family - My sympathy and prayers to you all at this time.
Loren Buurma - Jun 26, 2026
For most of my high school & college years I spent my summers working with Joe on the loading dock at Buurma Farms. Joe was a wonderful mentor who taught me many valuable life skills: backing in trucks, loading, top icing, proper stacks, driving tow-motors but also taught me life skills: work hard, be on time, don't mess around, take responsibility for your mistakes, do your job right the first time, lead by example!! I will always be grateful for the education he gave me! Joe was one of my life's heroes! My thoughts and prayers are with Joey, Jake, Barb, Uncle Mac and the rest of the Garcia family!
Trinity Armour - Jun 26, 2026
sorry for your loss I loss my father in march it's hard but he's in a better place
Trinity Armour - Jun 26, 2026
sorry for your loss I lose
Wm R Foster - Jun 26, 2026
Joe Garcia was one of the shining lights we will never forget. A Gentlemen always with a smile and kindness. I knew Joe since I was 12 years old.. working on the loading docks with him at Buurma.. He taught me to do things the right way.. I owe him allot... ! Prayers for the Garcia family.. RIP brother Joe.
Jeff Elliott - Jun 26, 2026
Jake sorry to hear this. Praying for you and the rest of your family.
Kathy Lillo Sanchez - Jun 26, 2026
I knew Joe from Buurma Farms as I also worked there for many years. He was a kind sweet man. Always has a story to tell or advice to offer. Had a kind word to say for everyone. That man never knew a stranger. It's been years since I last seen him. My deepest condolences to the Garcia family. May Joe Rest in Paradise! Gone but never forgotten! Thoughts & prayers to his entire family.
Sue & Bill Pfefferle - Jun 26, 2026
Sorry to here about your brother Mac.
Mary Anne WAGERS WENNER - Jun 26, 2026
So sorry Mac Of your brothers passing.
Jim H - Jun 25, 2026
Working around Buurma Farms in construction, on the loading docks all I heard was “Joe 225 “ He had the biggest smile when I’d a say that “ They don’t make em that anymore!!!
Jennifer Cotton - Jun 25, 2026
I’m so sorry to hear about Uncle Joe. A good guy!
Chadd and Barbara Buurma - Jun 25, 2026
"My Good Man" or "ShadAlbert" were Joe's greetings to me so many times. I learned so much from him as a youngster. Loved that guy. Condolences to Joey,Barbara and Jake. You guys had a great dad. We visited regularly when both my mom and Joe were at the Willows in adjoining rooms and he was just as friendly then as the day I first met him as a kid.
Former Willard neighbor - Jun 25, 2026
To Joe’s family, we are sorry for your loss. We enjoyed Joe as a neighbor. He was kind to us and also helped an abandoned cat. Our condolences to his family.
Cindy Gayheart Rodriguez - Jun 25, 2026
My father worked with Joe and known him for many years my condolences to his family
Pam Slone - Jun 25, 2026
So sorry for your loss
Kay Carr - Jun 25, 2026
I'm so very sorry to hear of Joe's passing. What a sweet man. Many prayers and condolences to the family.
