Joseph Grider Obituary
July 28, 1991 - May 31, 2024
Joseph Francis Grider was born July 28, 1991 at St Joseph’s hospital in Stockton California.
He was the third of five children born to Cindy Macdonald and Jack Grider.
Joseph attended Annunciation school, St Mary’s high school and later graduated from Montana State University.
Joe grew up playing CYO basketball, soccer with Stockton Youth Soccer Association and baseball from little league through years on a traveling team. During high school he played soccer, baseball and wrestling.
Joe followed his older brothers’ footsteps into Boy Scouts and he too earned his Eagle Scout.
In college, Joe pledged Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity. Over time he became part of the house leadership while also working in the university’s admissions office. During his time at Montana State he made many friends and lasting memories. Joseph graduated with a degree in psychology.
After college, Joe started his career at American Income Life providing affordable life insurance for working families.
Joseph is survived by his parents Cindy Macdonald (John), Jack Grider (Lori), Michael Grider, Mary Grider and Julie Hansen (Chris), aunts, uncles and cousins.
He is preceded in death by his brother John, grandfather Ervin Kruse, grandparents Gene and Ophelia Grider.
Joe had a friendly demeanor and a quick witty sarcasm that always brought a smile. He was always up for a get-together and loved sharing a meal, a beer and spending time with friends and family. His laugh was unmistakable.
He will be desperately missed.
MASS
Mass will be held at 10:00am on Wednesday, July 10th, 2024 at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, located at 5882 North Ashley Lane, Stockton, CA 95215.
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