Joe J. Espinoza, 76, of Taos passed away on December 31, 2008. He is preceded in death by parents, Edumenio and Ursulita Espinoza, brother, Tom Espinoza and mother-in-law, Domitila Martinez. He is survived by his wife, Josie Espinoza, daughter, Charlene Tafoya and son-in-law Chris Tafoya, granddaughters, Alyssa and Gabriella Tafoya, step-sons, Steve and Lorenzo Torres, five step-grandchildren, brothers and sisters, Juby Espinoza (Sara), Billy Espinoza, Rose Williams (Paul), Oclides Trujillo (Mac), Becky Berg (Ron), Lula Salazar (Wallace), sister in law, Lillian Espinoza and many other relatives and friends.
Rosary was recited on January 6, 2009. Funeral mass was held on January 7, 2009. Both services were held at San Francisco de Asis Church. Interment followed at the Santa Fe National Cemetery.