GRIEGO, Lupe Joe

The Daily Courier, Prescott, Arizona Saturday, September 8, 2007 Dr. Lupe Joe Griego passed away peacefully on Sept. 5, 2007, 12 days short of his 76th birthday. Born in Prescott, Ariz., on Sept. 17, 1931, Joe was the first son of Trinidad and Romolo Griego. Upon graduation from Prescott High School, Joe enrolled at Arizona State University where he earned two masters and a doctorate degree. He served his country for two years in the military in Army intelligence. Returning to Phoenix, Joe taught at Monroe School and then Carl Hayden High School. Eventually, Joe became a counselor at Glendale Community College where he guided and advised students along their career paths, counseling each with personal interest and attention. He was beloved by all students and faculty - who had the opportunity of working with Joe. Joe is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Gloria; their three children, Dr. Victoria Griego (Dr. Timothy Mettler), Dr. Paul Griego (Dr. Grace Hier) and Theodore Griego (Sylvia); his grandchildren, Abby, Joey and Jackie Mettler, Josephine, Olivia and Tessa Griego, and Alexander Griego. Surviving also are his siblings, Romolo Dan Griego, Manny Griego, Anna Marie Hammon and Dr. Robert Griego. Memorial visitation will be from 6 to 7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 10, 2007, at Hansen Chapel, 8314 North 7th St., Phoenix; Rosary 7 p.m. A Funeral Mass celebrating the life of Joe Griego will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2007, at St. Paul's Catholic Church, 330 West Coral Gables, Phoenix. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to create a scholarship in Memory of Dr. Griego, honoring his dedication and service to his students. Donations may be sent to the Dr. Jo Greigo Scholarship Fund, c/o Glendale Community College, 6000 West Olive Avenue, Glendale, Arizona, 85302. Information provided by survivors.