Joe was a man who lived with his hands always busy and his heart always open. To Joe, no project was too small and no task was beneath him; he simply loved to lend a hand. We all have our favorite memories of his unique brand of generosity—like the time I found him selling Fritos and chili, all in the name of supporting the Sierra Madre Playhouse.
He had a special gift for bringing us together. His Chili Cook-off and Dance wasn’t just a fundraiser; it was a cornerstone of our community, a night where neighbors became friends and where some of our most cherished annual memories were made. Joe found such joy in creativity, whether he was contributing to the Creative Arts Group or meticulously crafting his signature scarecrows.
From the Rose Float Dinner and Huck Finn celebrations to the 4th of July and Halloween festivities, Joe’s fingerprints were on every local tradition. He was a constant, reliable presence at every town event, and wherever there was work to be done, his devoted wife, Jacquie, was right there by his side. Joe helped build the very fabric of this community, helping to create a place so vibrant that new generations continue to move here and call it home. He leaves behind a legacy of service that will be deeply missed, but forever felt in the heart of this town.
Our Builders Club empowers over 120 local students at Sierra Madre Middle School to take on leadership roles and give back to the community through service projects and events.
Kiwanis International has been supporting our community's youth for 100 years. The pandemic has taught us we need to do more. With your support, we can reach more children in need than ever before. Become a Kiwanian today, make a donation, and join us reaching out to our community's children.
Sierra Madre Kiwanis joins UNICEF to fight Maternal & Neonatal Tetanus (MNT). Our club will always be leading our community in giving where the need is greatest. Join us in the drive to end tetanus on the planet.
This year, when the kids Trick or Treat for UNICEF, remember what the money is going for and give as if it were your child experiencing Tetanus.
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