Joe was born July 19, 1950 in Cleveland, Mississippi to Martin and Martha Cameron. Joe was the baby of six children; Thelma, Martin Jr., Ollie, Martha (Shay) and Johnny.
Joe married the love of his life, Karla on April 19, 1997.
Joe moved to California and started his lifelong career in Extermination for over 40 years. He started working with Billy (his late brother-in-law) at Billy Wilson Pest Control. His love for the business and the people he served prompted his to open Joe Cameron's Pest Control in 1997 and continued until he retired in 2021.
Joe Loved the Lord and was a God fearing, praying man, a family man, a hard worker, and enjoyed watching sports and playing golf. His favorite pastimes were welcoming the occasional visits from family, listening to Blues, Country and R & B music, teeing off on the greens and shopping (he was always the best dressed).
Joe told great stories about his life's journeys and knew how to capture you in conversation and when he spoke, you listened. He always had a kind word and was full of wisdom; always had the right story for the right time.
Joe leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife, Karla; 5 children, Elisa, Derrick (Robin), Donald (Ebony), Shekeshia & Katina (Mya); 2 sisters, Ollie and Martha "Shay" (Calvin) and 1 brother, Martin Jr. (Maggie). He was PAPA to 16 Grandchildren, 11 Great Grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and close friends.
A celebration of life for Joe will be held Sunday, May 19, 2024 at 11:00 AM at Palm Mortuary, 1600 S. Jones Blvd.
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