Joe David Irwin

Dateline: Alice, Texas Joe David Irwin, 86 Joe David Irwin, age 86, went to be with our Lord on June 2, 2025, at his home in Alice, Texas. He was born on March 21, 1939, in San Benito, Texas, to Ira David and Libbie Rosalie Irwin. Joe proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1956 to 1959. Then he worked in the oil field industry until he retired to care for his wife, Barbara. The highlight of Joe’s life was when he was saved by our Lord in 1983. He regaled everyone with how he was introduced to Christ by his brother Wayne on Thanksgiving and stormed off only to call on him weeks later to share how God saved him in a hotel in Lafayette, LA. After becoming a Christian, Joe chose to wholeheartedly follow Christ and desired to become a Godly man. As his faith grew, he became deeply involved in his church and community, and he enjoyed watching his family grow. Joe soon became a pillar of the Alice community.With the embodiment of Americanism, Joe’s life was defined by hard work, patriotism, devotion to Christ, and unwavering commitment to community. Joe was the kind of guy you could grab a coffee with and feel as if you’d known him forever. He was known for his morning coffee powwows at Whataburger, serving as a greeter and grounds keeper at his church, and watching his westerns. Joe was the kind of guy who was willing to give the shirt off his back to anyone in need. Joe counted his vast family and friends as his most valuable treasure. He would often send random texts or make lengthy phone calls to his family members. He loved to send out cards for birthdays, anniversaries and Christmas. He relished joking with and teasing his family (especially his sisters and brother.) He also enjoyed history and travel. He often traveled to visit family members and historical sites. He was a proud grandfather and great-grandfather and generously shared his time and wisdom with them. His family—spanning generations—was the treasure he prized most.Joe is survived by his siblings Wayne (Mary) Irwin, Bonnie Finklea, and Cathryn (Thomas) Nunn; his children Joe (Abigail) Irwin, Tina (David) Day, and Stephanie (Arthur) Baskin; grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Ira and Libbie Irwin; his wife, Barbara; son Darrell Irwin; siblings Vera Elaine Irwin, Lee Ira Shed, and Carolyn Miller. A graveside service with Military Honors and officiated by Reverend Wayne Irwin will be held at Alice Cemetery, Alice, Texas, on June 9, 2025, at 10:00 AM. Arrangements by Roberson Funeral Home. Flowers and prayers are welcome. In his memory: Semper Fidelis, Vita Aeterna, Requiescat in Pace.

Joe David Irwin

March 21, 1939 - June 2, 2025