Joe Salazar, Jr.

1954 ∼ 2021

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Joe Salazar, Jr., 66, of Port Arthur, Texas passed away Tuesday, August 24, 2021 at The Medical Center of Southeast Texas.

He was born in Beaumont, Texas on September 26, 1954 to Jose Salazar, Sr. and Esperanza Rivera Salazar Padierna.

Joe retired from Southwestern Bell and was currently employed with Sherwin Williams as a delivery driver.

He was an accomplished drummer and enjoyed playing in numerous bands over the years.

A visitation for family and friends will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday, August 30, 2021 at Levingston Funeral Home in Groves.

Funeral services will be Tuesday, August 31, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at the funeral home with Reverend Stephen McCrate officiating. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Memorial Park.

Joe is survived by his wife of 44 years, Yolanda Salazar of Port Arthur, Texas, daughters, Teresa Wolfe and husband Peter of Groves, Texas, and Rene Salazar of Port Arthur, Texas, grandchildren, Nathan Wolfe and Victoria Wolfe, brothers, Robert Salazar and wife Irma of Beaumont, Texas, Anthony Salazar and Lisa Kemp of Lumberton, Texas, Roy Padilla of Beaumont, Texas, Richard Salazar and wife Lisa of Troy, Tennessee, Jesse Salazar and wife Melissa of Vidor, Texas and John Salazar and Ramie Ferguson of Nederland, Texas, sisters, Anna Varela and husband Richard of Groves, Texas, Mary Garcia and husband Porfirio of Beaumont, Texas, Eva Salazar of Beaumont, Texas, Debbie Flores and husband Jose of Beaumont, Texas, Rebecca Dunigan and husband Brian of Beaumont, Texas, and Elisa "Lolly" Rodriquez and husband Ezequiel of Beaumont, Texas and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Jose Salazar, Sr. and Esperanza Salazar Padierna.

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Levingston Funeral Home November 2, 2021

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Anonymous September 19, 2021

I just found out about Joe and Youlanda my heart is so saddened . One of the sweetest friends I ever has I will never forget that smile.

Anonymous September 17, 2021

I am saddened to see this and then to find out Yolanda had passed also. We lived across the street from Joe and Yolanda when we lived in Port Arthur. Both were wonderful neighbors and good friends. Please know that you are in our prayers. Rusty Cuniff

Material_Candle_Purple_Thumbnail August 31, 2021

I love and miss you Joe. You are one real true friend. I will always cherish playing in the band with you. See you again in Heaven. 💕🙏

Anonymous August 31, 2021

Joe... what can I say... My heart is so broken knowing you and Yaya are no longer here with us. I will never forget all of the good times our family has had together. I will always remember the times coming to the house and practice with dad and the rest of the gang, the good bbq's at your house and everything in between. I know mom and dad was there greeting you and Yaya to join the party. I will pray for Renee and Teresa and her family to have the strength to continue through this life without y'all and keep your memories alive. I will never ever forget your big bear hug and that laugh.. Till we meet again my brother. Love you.

Material_Candle_Blue_Thumbnail August 30, 2021

RIP Joe your going to be miss. Thoughts and Prayers for family and friends , Cheryl Williams

Material_Candle_Purple_Thumbnail August 30, 2021

I can't say enough wonderful things about my dear friend Joe. My time spent with him was always pleasant. We played many gigs together and had so much fun. I'll cherish his friendship forever. RIP Joe. We'll meet again. Many prayers for the Salazar family.

Anonymous August 30, 2021

So many childhood memories of growing up with the Salazars... from grade school and on into our high school years. When our paths would cross later in life it was always good to catch up. Those conversations usually led back to our years at BHS . Wanted to share a few "throw backs" in time. I had forgotten that Joe and Bobby were drumming 🥁 along side each other in marching band at BHS . This pic of Joe also shows him sitting next to another good friend Kent Thompson who passed away not real long ago. Love this pic of Joe at Crockett Junior High... several other childhood friends on this page ☺️. Praying for your families and knowing God's hand is placed on each of you as you heal during this unimaginable time of grief. Love and God Bless each of you. Yolanda (Lopez ) and Hector DeLaRosa.

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Our thoughts and prayers are with the family..

Anonymous August 29, 2021

So many childhood memories of growing up with the Salazars ...all through grade school and into high school. When our paths would cross later in our lives it was always so good to catch up. Our conversations often going back to BHS. Praying for your family and knowing God's hand is placed on each of you during this unimaginable time of grief 🙏 Wanted to share these "throw backs " in time... I had forgotten that Joe and Bobby were both in band drumming 🥁 away together. Sitting next to Joe is our long time friend Kent Thompson who passed away not long ago. So many wonderful memories. Love and God Bless each of you, Yolanda and Hector DeLaRosa

Anonymous August 29, 2021

Joe was a friend I always enjoyed being around. He was always smiling and in great spirits. Always positive about everything in life no matter the circumstances. Joe was like a brother from another mother. I'll never forget our times together as fellow musicians. The guy could play the drums like no other. Always perfect timing! One time I remember him singing back up and he surprised us all with his skills as a musician. We were much younger back then but was really passionate about our music, especially Joe. My condolences to all his family and friends. Joe's time on this planet was a gift to us all. And to all who knew Joe we are all blessed to have known him. His wife, Yolanda, is also in our prayers for her family and friends. My God bless and remember these sweet souls and their memories be a blessing.

Material_Candle_Red_Thumbnail August 28, 2021

To the Salazar family I send my heartfelt condolences in the loss of Joe. God bless you during this difficult time.

Anonymous August 28, 2021

My prayers go out to the family. I went to school with Joe and he always had a smile on his face when I saw him. He will be deeply missed.

Anonymous August 28, 2021

Joe, I don't have the words to express what a good friend you have always been to me and my family. You were always so helpful any time we ever needed anything. Your drumming was second to none, and was always such a pleasure working with you. You will be greatly missed my Brother. Heaven has gained an Angel, and we have suffered a great loss...Sam Clifton

Anonymous August 28, 2021

Had herd Joe's name through the year of playing music...He sat in A few time's With us at the KC Hall in Port Acres..I will always remember his smile and Drumming Talent..Then he started singing and and I was impressed.. ( RIP. JOE )..Mike Calais..Port Acres KC'S...

Anonymous August 28, 2021

Like everyone else, I will always remember your great personality and great smile. Back in the day, the business office at SWBT was hectic but you made it bearable. You were a pleasure to work with and fun to play softball with. This world has lost a great soul.

Anonymous August 28, 2021

My Deepest Sympathy sympathy to the Salazar family. He was such a good man with a smile for everyone. We had the pleasure of meeting him and your mother at St. Joseph K.C. Hall on Gulfway. Thoughts and prayers are with you.

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Joe Salazar, Jr.

Anonymous August 27, 2021

RIP Joe... we'll all miss your big smile and hearty laughter... prayers offered to the family for healing...

Anonymous August 27, 2021

Joe Salazar, Jr.

Anonymous August 27, 2021

So you will be missed very much and opened up your Angel wings once you make it until the gates of heaven and watch over your family

Anonymous August 27, 2021

I enjoyed every single gig I played with Joe and there were many. Rest in peace my friend. Prayers and condolences to all the family.

Anonymous August 27, 2021

I will miss them dearly! Such sweet and loving people. I'll never forget that during the ice storm in 1997, our neighborhood was devastated. Joe and Yolanda grilled food on the pit and went neighbor to neighbor passing out food. I'll never forget introducing Yolanda to Dr. Patterson. Dr. Patterson complimented her every time she saw me. They'll be forever in my heart.

Anonymous August 27, 2021

So sorry to hear of Joe's passing. It was always a pleasure to see him out on a job.

Anonymous August 27, 2021

Just so hard to believe you are gone my dear brother. We shared so much life together dateing back to our High School days together. Will forever miss that smile of yours as well as your greatness on the drums! You were always my #1 choice when needing a drummer. Go Rest High on That Mountain dear brother until we meet again!

Anonymous August 27, 2021

My heart is heavy knowing you & Yolanda are gone from this world. Our SWBT family has lost wonderful caring helpful friends. So many memories come to mind.