Joe W. Youngblood, age 82, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 21, 2022 surrounded by his loving family. He was born in 1940 at Mt. Peak, Texas.
He is survived by his high school sweetheart, Margaret -they were married 63 years; his children Sherry Palmquist and husband Barry of Lynnwood, WA, Joanne Mattson and husband Mark of BelAir, MD, Quentin Youngblood and wife Alice of Clio, CA, Tom Youngblood and wife Rhonda of Livingston, Tx; grandchildren Elysse Reyna and husband Ivan of Kirkland, WA, Elliot Mattson and wife Alexis of BelAir, MD, Emma Mattson of BelAir, MD, Sam Schatcher of Weaverville, CA, Scott Youngblood and wife Ashley of Lumberton, TX, and Logan Youngblood of Lake Jackson, Texas.
He is preceded in death by his parents Joe Fayne and Irene Youngblood and his brother-in-law Rudoph Contreras.
Joe’s wife and family were always first and foremost in his life. His love and devotion to his family was paramount.
He possessed an immense curiosity and passion for learning and was a student of life. He loved to travel with his wife, sharing many wonderful experiences. One of his long-term interests was in nature and the outdoors, and spending time with his family visiting nature’s wonders. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations are appreciated to support a military veteran’s organization of your choice.