Joseph Ragan Atchley
Joseph Ragan Atchley, 78, of Texas City, passed away Thursday, January 25, 2018, at his residence. Joseph was born August 23, 1939, in Memphis, Tennessee, to Albert and Arlie Atchley. He as a retired Boilermaker, and a member of Boilermaker Local No 132. Joseph was preceded in death by his parents, his wife: Stella Rose Atchley, and two sisters: Ethel Birmingham and Dixie Philips. He is survived by one daughter: Lynn Pope and husband Darrell of Santa Fe; one son: Joseph P Atchley and wife Tonya of Texas City; three sisters: Fannie Cates, Mary Reeves and Kay Snipes; one brother: Frank Atchley; five grandchildren: Joey Atchley and wife Amber, Wes Kurtz and wife Katy, Lawson Hill and wife Nina, Sammy Atchley and wife Brandi, Jennifer Smith and husband Kevin; three great grandchildren: Penelope Atchley, Parker Kurtz and Sophia Atchley; sister-in-law: Linda Metille (his special inheritance); niece: Deniece Barczak; two brother-in-laws: Charles Christiansen and wife Sandy, and Robert Christiansen and wife Barbara, one sister-in-law: Sissy Stringer and husband Eddie Joe; numerous other nieces and nephews. A visitation will be from 6:00pm to 8:00pm, Friday, February 2, 2018, at James Crowder Funeral Home, La Marque. A graveside Service will be held at 10:00am, Saturday, February 3, 2018, at Galveston Memorial Park Cemetery, in Hitchcock. Interment will follow.
Uncle Joseph (aka: Uncle Yankee) has always been a kind, gentle sole. He loved and worshiped God, and Jesus Christ. I know he is in heaven with the love of his love life Aunt Stella God, please watch over Lynn & Pat, as well as all his family and friends. He was taken from us so suddenly, and unexpected. Love you Uncle Yankee & Aunt Stella, R.I.P. together, I see you both dancing and smiling with joy in heaven. God Bless
Will miss you Uncle Joe. Give my sweet mama a hug!
Paw paw was a kind and loving man. He would do anything he could to keep us (the grand-kids) happy from making things for us to just letting us be kids. It was always fun getting to go to the house and have fun. I only have good memories of him and that is how it shall always be.
I am happy you and Maw maw are together again and I know you are smiling down on us all from heaven.
Until we meet again.
My prayers goes out to Joe’s family and friends, I had the pleasure of sitting at the table with him at the Nessler Center surely I am going to miss him. He was a very kindhearted person with a pleasant smile always willing to help anywhere he can.I hope the memories of him will help you make it through this difficult time. He loved his family, may God bless and keep you all
Having lived across the street from “Mr. Joe” for the better part of 20 years now, I can tell you that he was the neighborhood Shepard. He looked out for every one of us. He and Ms. Stella welcomed my family and didn’t just treat us like neighbors, but like family. I know they are rejoicing and laughing together again.
To all the family: Our thoughts & prayers are with each and every one of you during this healing process.
Stacie and myself are going to miss those front porch conversations…….
Until we meet again,
My prayers are being said for all the family. Joseph was always kind and friendly and will be sorely missed. A gentle spirit, a gentle soul. Loved and was loved by family and friends. God bless.
If you are anything like your daughter then you are a special man. I met you before and you were quiet like Lynn but she knew she was daddies girl. You will be missed but your kids are in good hands because that have a loving family and now you can go dance with your wife in Heaven.
The family of Joe Atchley,
Mr. Joe was a very sweet man, he would help serve the Seniors that were not able
to get their own food. He always had a kind word but also could be feisty. He was appreciated and will be missed by members and staff. My condolences are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Yotoshia Bellow
Nessler Senior Program – Staff
Joe,
We were co-workers at Farmer’s Marine Copper Works in Galveston. I’m glad we got to know each other & I’m proud to call you my friend. You always conducted yourself in a Christian manner, and you always did your work diligently, as unto the Lord. Your life has made a positive impression in my life and I believe the world was made better by you being here, my friend. I read all the other comments here and I totally agree with everyone; you were a consistently good man with a tender devotion to your wife and family. You’ve done your time here in this evil world; you’ve kept the faith. Now you can rest in the bosom of our wonderful Lord and enjoy His happiness for eternity!
My thoughts and prayers are with all of my family for the loss of Uncle Joseph.
He was a great, loving and caring man that had a great sense of humor. I will truly miss him so much. RIP Uncle Joseph I will cherish all of our memories.
Grieve Your Way
We have been fundamentally changed by our loss. Others have too. It takes time to discover who you’ve become. Realize that each person is different and will grieve in ways you may not understand. During our time of sorrow lets bring our family together and not pull it apart. Be patient and find ways to support each other. Guilt and anger need to be expressed and released. Sadness and sorrow can be so heavy and paralyzing. You might struggle with this thought, but grief, guilt, and anguish can be a blessing.
“Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.”
– Matthew 5:4
“…my eyes are dim with grief. I call to you, Lord, every day; I spread out my hands to you.”
– Psalm 88:9