Joseph G. Hasenstab died peacefully,surrounded by family, on Feb. 15, 2017. Joe was a proud resident of Phoenix, AZ for 64 years. He was born in East Saint Louis, IL on Feb. 2, 1922, the son of Violet McCutcheon and Joseph J. Hasenstab. He grew up with five siblings, Floyd, John, Robert, James and Ruth, all whom predecease him. Joe married Lilliemay Emerick in 1943 and went on to serve honorably as part of the US Army during WWII in the Philippine Islands. After the war Joe resided in Chicago, IL with his wife, Lilliemay and children Joyce and Joseph. In 1953 the family moved to Phoenix when Joe was transferred by the Illinois Bell phone company to Mountain Bell where he worked until his retirement in 1977. Three more children were born from 1959 to 1968, John, Jeannie, and Jeff. First wife, Lilliemay and son, Joseph predecease him. In 1994 Joe met Amy Gallegos Haro and thus started a beautiful relationship/marriage that lasted 22 years. Amy survives him, as well as his children, Joyce(Doug), John(Lee), Jeannie, and Jeff(Stephanie). Also surviving are grandchildren, Scott(Cristen), Carla(Seth), Matt(Dawn), Katrina, Mollie, Elijah, Alex and Collin; great-grandchildren, Emily, Maddy, Audrey, Myles, Randi and Abby. Also special niece, Yvonne Dauphin and her son Will plus many more nieces and nephews as well as two sisters-in laws. Also surviving him are Amy’s children, Pat(Frank), John(Laurie), Cindy(Brian),Jesse(Heather), and Nicole(Sami). Step-Grandchildren: Amanda, Nathan, Megan, Jonathan, Matthew, Nicholas, Aubrey, Brooke(Matt), Dillon, Liana, Jaren, Olivia, and Sebastian; step great-grandchildren; Grace, Hope and Micah. Joe loved music, the outdoors, card playing (especially gin rummy when he won), books, movies, doughnuts, and crossword puzzles. Special thanks to Hospice of the Valley and all the wonderful people who made Joe’s last months worth living. Rest in peace Joseph/Dad/Grandpa. You will live forever in our memories. Vaya con Dios. In lieu of flower memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower Street, Phoenix, AZ 85014. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, March 4, 2017 at 1:00 P.M., at Encanto Community Church, 2710 N. 7th Avenue. Please visit www.allcarecremation for online condolences.
Condolence Messages
Robert Aguilarsays
Jeannie , John and to the rest of your family, our deepest condolences. A beautiful tribute to a wonderful man. I’m sure he had full life.
Jeannie and Katrina and family – I am so sorry for the loss of your Dad and Grandfather. Sending you Angels to help with this difficult and very sad time. Take care of you, both of you. Love, love, love, Lalee – Jon’s Mum.
My condolence to all the family, it was such a pleasure to have know him. We met him threw Amy . Always gracious with a smile. Peace to all the family.
Mine and my family’s condolences to Joe’s family and wife Amy. Joe was my best friend and we shared many wonderful times together. Hunting, Fishing, Card Playing and so much more. Rest in peace my dear wonderful friend. You shall be missed and never forgotten.
To all in the family:
Condolences as I really admired Mr. Hasenstab. He was a hard working man but found time to enjoy life by fishing and golfing.
My fondest memory was he challenged me to a foot race and told me if I won, he would give me $.50. (He did.)
Robert Aguilar says
Jeannie , John and to the rest of your family, our deepest condolences. A beautiful tribute to a wonderful man. I’m sure he had full life.
Lalee Stevens says
Jeannie and Katrina and family – I am so sorry for the loss of your Dad and Grandfather. Sending you Angels to help with this difficult and very sad time. Take care of you, both of you. Love, love, love, Lalee – Jon’s Mum.
Ron Dauphin says
The entire family had been in my thoughts and prayer. Godspeed uncle Joe
Chris Heyn says
Rankins,
Thoughts and prayers from our family to yours.
Chris, Maura, Maddie, Cecie and Fred Heyn
Terri Kaufman-Hollowell says
My deepest condolences to the family. I was his next door neighbor for 9 years on Cherry Lynn in Phoenix. Terri Kaufman-Hollowell
Joe ,Mary & family says
My condolence to all the family, it was such a pleasure to have know him. We met him threw Amy . Always gracious with a smile. Peace to all the family.
MSgt Joseph Trovini USAF Retired says
Mine and my family’s condolences to Joe’s family and wife Amy. Joe was my best friend and we shared many wonderful times together. Hunting, Fishing, Card Playing and so much more. Rest in peace my dear wonderful friend. You shall be missed and never forgotten.
The Ole Sarge
Joe Trovini & Family
Jennifer says
To all in the family:
Condolences as I really admired Mr. Hasenstab. He was a hard working man but found time to enjoy life by fishing and golfing.
My fondest memory was he challenged me to a foot race and told me if I won, he would give me $.50. (He did.)
Blessings and Peace,
Jennifer Mitchell Green