Joseph Edward Baptista died peacefully at his home on May 29, 2021 at the age of 93. Joseph was born October 16, 1927 in San Jose California to Manuel and Anna Baptista. He grew up on his parents ranch in East San Jose where he learned to operate the ranch equipment at a young age. In 1945 he enlisted in the United States Army. After returning from duty he met and married Pat Lane and they were blessed with a son Bruce and daughter Brenda. He worked with his father in law in the plastering field and later started a gardening business "Residential Garden Service". In 1971 he moved his family to Roseburg,Oregon where he and his wife purchased and operated " The Silver Nook Grill". Joe loved music, dancing and spent many evenings at the Eagles and VFW Hall. He also loved woodworking and spent hours with his brother Raymond in their wood shop and on the Umpqua River fishing. He enjoyed sharing his cookies with his great-grandchildren and loved their company. His dog Riley was his loyal friend and meant the world to him. He was preceded in death by his parents, baby brother Victor and son Bruce Baptista. He is survived by his loving daughter Brenda Kammeyer (Reggie), brother Raymond Baptista (Gerry), grandson Clint Agee (Meghan), granddaughters Sarah and Valerie Kammeyer, great grandchildren Peyton and Nolan, Brenda's mother Patty Baptista Fletcher (Bill), several nieces and nephews. Due to restrictions, no services are planned. He will be laid to rest at Roseburg Memorial Gardens next to his son Bruce. Taylor's Family Mortuary is handing his arrangements.