Jose Maria Duarte Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Jose Maria Duarte "Papito" - 87 born in Bogota, Colombia on November 12, 1928 relocated on May 25th, 2016. Jose one of 7 children to Enrique and Elisa Duarte, now resides in Heaven waiting for his loved ones here on earth to join him. He is survived by his wife, Lucia Duarte and sons Oscar Duarte and Henry Duarte, Daughter-in-laws, Tammy Nelson Duarte and Michelle May Duarte, grandchildren, Cameron, Alex, Jackie, Cassie and Levi, as well as many beloved nieces, and nephews. Papito was a kind, gentle man, that wanted to help many people. With his jokes, his laughter, wit and charm, Papito won the hearts of all he encountered. His love to share his language with others, his kisses and hugs with children, his donuts with the dogs brightened any cloudy day. He chose to find the silver lining. With his strong work ethic as A Master Printer in Jacksonville, Florida he taught his family to not only work hard in their professions but to also work hard to preserve family values, instilling Godly morals for his children to follow. He truly left behind a legacy of what it is to love one woman his whole life through the good and bad, sickness and in health. He taught his family what it was to be father with love and respect as key factors. He now sees with two good eyes, breathes with two perfect lungs and loves with a perfect love. He entered heaven with peace and excitement about seeing all his siblings, whom had passed before him. Papito had a personal relationship with Jesus Christ as his Lord Savior. He gave his heart to Jesus and because of his faith we know we will see him again. This is not good bye. This is a mere Hasta luego, Papito, until we meet again! Services are to be held on June 4,2016, 4pm at Wake Memorial Park 7002 Green Hope School Road, Cary, NC 27519

Jose Maria Duarte

November 12, 1928 - May 25, 2016