As a lifetime resident of Brighton, Joe worked for Public Service of Colorado for 38 years before retiring in 1994. He enjoyed spending his free time fishing, hunting, camping and snowmobiling. He loved to have morning coffee with his friends and was known for being a strong, loving man whose family always came first and who enjoyed taking care of others and making sure they were safe.
Survivors include his wife; children, Cheryl (Owen) Bakes, of Henderson, Brian (Lisa) Case, of Grand Junction, Brad (Deborah) Case, of Brighton, and Craig (Connie) Case, of Brighton; two sisters, Rose Unrein, of Brighton, and Betty Wethington, of Bedford, Texas; one brother, Leonard (Luanne) Case, of Brighton; eight grandchildren, Joseph, Jared, Jacob, Jesse, Brandi, Kyle, Erick and Cody; six great-grandchildren, Loren, Briley, Jordyn, Kent, Gavin and SJ; plus numerous nieces, nephews and other extended family members.
A memorial service was March 23 at Tabor-Rice Funeral Home in Brighton, which handled the arrangements. A graveside service was March 24 at Elmwood Cemetery.