José “Joe” Córdova, 88, a native of El Paso, Texas, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 16, 2020. After graduating from Bowie High School, José joined the U.S. Navy. He received his Bachelor of Education degree from Texas Western College (now UTEP). Later, he received his M.A. from UTEP. He was a teacher, coach, and administrator for El Paso ISD for 34 years. He had been an assistant principal at Irvin High School, Magoffin Middle, Ross Middle, and Guillen Middle Schools, and coached at many campuses. He received the Presidential Award for Physical Fitness Educators from President Kennedy. He believed that there is good in every student, and that God blessed him with the opportunity to be a positive part of their education.
He served as a member of the United States Selective Service System from 1985-2005. He was a parishioner of San Antonio Catholic Church and served in the Ministry of Hospitality for many years.
Jose is survived by his spouse, Genoveva Cordova; son Joseph Cordova (Dana Cordova); son David Cordova; daughter Teresa Perez (David Perez); daughter Anna Cordova; and son Steven Cordova; grandson Joseph Cordova, granddaughter Jennifer Schuurman (Jesse Schuurman), great grandson Jesse Schuurman and great granddaughter Jenna Schuurman.
Jose was preceded in death by parents Alberto and Emilia Cordova.
The family of Jose would like to thank 1st Choice Home Health/Hospice Team, Caprock Home Health, and Veterans Association for the outstanding care that was given to him. Our heart-felt appreciate goes out to nurses Amin and Belinda, and caregivers Irene and Norma for your dedication and compassion that was given to our father and husband.
Visitation for Jose will be Monday, November 23, 2020 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM with Vigil at 1:00 PM at Hillcrest Funeral Home West-5054 Doniphan Dr. El Paso, Texas 79932. Burial will be private at Ft Bliss National Cemetery.
Due to Covid-19 restrictions, services for Jose will be private for family.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.hillcrestfhwest.com for the Cordova family.
