Joe Amador Navarro, age 98, passed away on Monday October 26, 2026 peacefully in his sleep at his residence in Alvin, Texas.

Joe was born March 19, 1928 in Houston, Texas to parents Jose and Guadalupe Navarro. He was the fourth of the five children. His mother passed away when he was a very young child. He and his siblings were raised by their father. The family lived in farming communities near Wharton, Texas where his father worked in the various rice farms. Joe would share stories about he and his siblings attending up to the eighth grade in a one-room schoolhouse in Ganado, Texas. Later his father moved them to Pearland, Texas.

Joe met the “The Love of his Life” Ophelia Montemayor and were married April 12, 1950 and celebrated 67 years together until her passing in 2017. They made their home in Alvin and raised four children.

Joe worked as an automobile painter for Pearson Chevrolet, Ron Carter and Hammond Chevrolet until his retirement. He enjoyed working with his co-workers and told of funny stories that happened during his career. He was very proud of his work.

He had a passion for fishing, camping, enjoyed dancing, barbequing, bowling and working in his yard. His greatest love and joy was his family and friends. He treasured friendship and cherished spending time with his children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and his family.

Joe’s foundation was his unwavering faith in God. He was an active member of St John the Baptist Catholic church and was a charter member of the Knights of Columbus Council 6403 and helped with fundraisers and annual church festivals. He served on the St John’s parish council in his earlier years. He could always be found helping his wife Ophelia with her many church activities such as Guadalupanas, funeral meals and assisting in initiating the Spanish mass at St John the Baptist Catholic Church.

Joe is survived by his daughter Linda Martinez (Pete), son Daniel Navarro (Eliana), Joe/Jody Navarro (Rhonda) and daughter Judy Soliz (Julian). Grandchildren are Michael Martinez (Angie), Lisa Martinez Guzman (James), Keith Martinez (Maria), Andrew Martinez (Nicole), Anthony Navarro (Melody), Angela Navarro Hunter (Aaron), Daniel Esteban Navarro, Brandon Navarro (Reyna), Patrick Navarro (Melissa), Leslie Navarro Gutierrez (Michael), Jacob Soliz (Emilia), Janessa Soliz Fulcher (Chris), Jordan Soliz and 29 great grandchildren, brother-in-law Arthur Montemayor (Sunny), sister-in-laws Sarah Hernandez and Dolia Montemayor along with special nieces, nephews he called his own and Godchildren and friends he loved so much.

Joe was preceded in death by his wife, Ophelia Montemayor Navarro; infant son, Melvin Allen Navarro; parents Jose and Guadalupe Navarro; brothers, Robert Navarro and Frank Navarro; sisters, Beatrice Martinez and Josephine Gutierrez.

The Navarro family would like to express a special Thank you to Dr. Efrain Soto, his nurses and staff who gave our father loving care and kindness during his long illness. Maxine Buster, Nora Becerra, Virginia Echeveria, and Gloria Mann were the caregivers who provided our parents with loving care and kindness in previous years.

The family would especially like to acknowledge and give a very special Thank You to our sister Judy Soliz, husband Julian, children Jordan, Janessa and Jacob for taking care of Dad in their home for the past seven plus years. Your family was so loving, caring and never complained during the progression of Dad’s illness. We love you and appreciate all your family did with welcome arms to all visitors.

Pallbearers are Michael Martinez, Keith Martinez, Anthony Navarro, Daniel Esteban Navarro, Brandon Navarro, Patrick Navarro, Jacob Soliz and Jordan Soliz.

Visitation at Scott Funeral Home in Alvin, TX on Monday, November 9, 2026 at 5pm to 9pm; Rosary at 7pm. Funeral Mass at St John the Baptist Catholic Church in Alvin, TX on Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 10:30 am. Interment to follow afterwards at Oak Park Cemetery in Alvin, TX.