Joseph Benonie Sarvis |
| Posted 2017-12-26 by Judy Wight Branson |
| The Daily Courier, Prescott, Arizona Sunday, December 24, 2017, page 8a Joseph Benonie Sarvis was received into his eternal heavenly home by his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Dec. 19, 2017, at the age of 90! He was born in Flint, Michigan, on June 26, 1927, and moved to Prescott in 1945. Joe was a patriot. After graduating from Prescott High School, he enlisted in the United States Army and served in the occupation forces in Japan. Upon his discharge, he utilized the G.I. Bill and attended Arizona State University and graduated from the University of New Mexico with a degree in civil engineering. He was commissioned as an officer in the United States Air Force after completing ROTC and retired from the the Air Force Reserves at the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. Upon his return to Prescott, he met and married his beloved bride of 66 years, Joan Iglehart. Joe was employed as the sole Yavapai County Engineer for over two decades and continued in engineering/surveying until his passing. Joe Sarvis was a man of faith. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and a fourth-degree knight in the Knights of Columbus. He was passionate about hunting and fishing. Those who knew him were aware of his involvement in sports, as a participant, coach, and spectator. Joe was an avid golfer and boasted of three holes-in-one. As a loving patriarch and provider, he claimed the best part of his life was his family. Joe is survived by his wife, Joan; his children, Janet Page, Cindy (Kevin) Greer, Ben (Theresa) Sarvis, Tom (Norma) Sarvis, Ken (Dana) Sarvis and Julie Sarvis; his sister, Joan Bishopp; and numerous nieces. Joe was also blessed to have 15 grandchildren and 23 great- grandchildren. He was pre-deceased by his parents and his grandson, Joey Sarvis. Joe’s life was distinguished by his legacy of service to his God, family, community, and country. The funeral service will be held on Dec. 29, 2017, at Sacred Heart Church, 150 Fleury Ave., at 11 a.m. Interment will follow at the Prescott National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Saint Vincent de Paul or Sacred Heart School. Hampton Funeral Home assisted with the arrangements. Information provided by survivors. |
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