Joe Anthony Perez

Joe Anthony Perez, “Tony or Pusso” as he was more commonly know by his friends, passed away on August 23, 2012 at his residence in Globe. He was 69. He was born in Globe, Arizona on March 11, 1943. Son of Joe L. and Margaret (Guerena) Perez. Joe was a 1963 Globe High School graduate where he was an excellent basketball player. He also attended Eastern Arizona College and Northern Arizona University. He worked as a custodian for the U.S. Postal Service from where he retired. He had also worked for the Forest Service and Inspiration Copper. Joe enjoyed hunting, fishing and wagering on horse races and visiting the casino. Joe served his country proudly in the U.S. Army, 27th Infantry. He earned a Purple Heart in Vietnam Conflict. He was preceded in death by his mother Margaret G. Perez. Joe is survived by his daughter Mercy, his father Joe L. Perez,, his sisters; Connie Gonzales, Andrea Perez and Robin Perkins, his brother Daniel Perez and many nieces and nephews. As per Tony’s wishes there will be a rememberance of his life instead of a funeral. A luncheon will be held on Saturday, September 8, 2012 from 1:00 to 3:00 P.M. at Holy Angels Parish Hall.