Joe Bob Madera

Joe Bob Madera, 88, of Wichita Falls, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, surrounded by family. Joe was born in Wichita Falls on March 7, 1936, to the late Clyde and Zulette Madera.

Joe loved spending time with family and friends, especially firing up the grill for burgers. He enjoyed fishing, reading and football. Joe was knowledgeable in many areas including history, mechanics, chemistry, electronics, and business. He was happy to help family, friends or anyone in need.

Joe worked for several companies over the years selling and servicing chemicals for oilfield production. During that time, he enjoyed traveling to the Four Sixes Ranch in Guthrie as part of his territory. Joe and his wife Kay lived in Olney for many years, owning and operating the Car Care Wash & Lube. They spent their later years in Wichita Falls.

Joe was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Jerry Madera, and his wife of 38 years, Kay Madera. He is survived by his brother and sister- in-law Jim and Reba Madera, sister-in-law Danna Lindsay, daughter and son-in-law Karla and Robert Rincon, daughter and son-in-law Kim and Greg King, nephews Mike Lindsay, Kent Lindsay and wife Sandy Lindsay. He is also survived by many great nieces and nephews.

A private service will be held. Donations may be made to Hospice of Wichita Falls.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www. lunnscolonial.com.