Joe David Kissel

Joe David Kissel "Papa Joe", 62, was surrounded by family as he made his journey to the promise land on December 22, 2018.
Joe was retired from Triumph Aerostructures, formerly Vought Aircraft.
Joe is survived by his loving wife of 41 years Lillie, his daughter Courtney Cornwell and her husband Kenneth and their children Dylan Priester and his daughter Journey, Brayden Priester, Christian Cornwell and Cohen Cornwell, his son Michael Kissel and his children David Kissel, Brooklyn Kissel and Willow Kissel, his brother Robert "Bucky" Kissel, his wife Lee and their children Beau and Zack Kissel. He is also survived by numerous other family members and friends who he loved dearly. Joe is preceded in death by his father Robert Lewis Kissel, mother Joyce Elaine Kissel and sister Kandee Kay Miller.
Joe was born September 24, 1956 in San Antonio, Texas.
Family was most important to Joe. His children, grandchildren and great grandchildren were his pride and joy. His family meant everything to him. He loved them all with all his heart.
Joe had an addictive personality. He loved playing pranks on friends, family and coworkers. Anyone who was fortunate enough to meet and know Joe loved him. Joe had a kind soul and sweet spirit. Joe was a generous and caring man who will solely be missed.