Joseph Thomas Ochoa, age 69, born March 14, 1951 in Granite City, IL, passed away on Thursday, December 17, 2020 at his residence.

Joseph was a Granite City High School graduate and a retired Mechanical Supervisor for the Terminal Railroad Association of St. Louis. He was a member of the Town & Country Gun Club.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Ruthe (nee Foley) Ochoa and his canine companions, Che and Uzi.

He is survived by his wife, Connie (nee Sheldon) Ochoa, whom he married on March 3, 1977; two daughters: Kerri Ochoa and Heather Villmaire; a sister, Jo Anne Ochoa Nelson; and beloved pets: a dog, Monty, and four kittens, Kaiser, Mr. Pinkman, Yadi, and Punkin Pie.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association and may be mailed to Barry Wilson Funeral Home (2800 N. Center Street, Maryville IL 62062).

Condolences may be offered at barrywilsonfuneralhome.com.