Jose "Joe" Encanto, 75, of Jacksonville, Florida went home to his Creator on October 5, 2021. He was born on December 10, 1945 to Beato and Fidela Encanto in Mauban, Quezon Philippines. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Evangeline, his sister Puring, brother-in-law Leo and numerous nephews, cousins and nieces.
A physician by profession, Joe was dedicated and passionate caring for the sick. He joined the US Army Reserve on September 12, 1981 at US Army Reserve - 8th Medical Brigade 77th Regional Support Command, HQ Fort Totten, New York providing medical expertise and focusing on the care of patients in emergency situations and for other USAR medical facilities.
Family and friends will visit at Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home of Mandarin on Monday, October 18, 2021 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Joseph's Catholic Church on Tuesday, October 19, 2021 at 10:00am. He will be laid to rest at Jacksonville National Cemetery, 4083 Lannie Road, Jacksonville, Florida following the church service at 12:30pm.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.hgmandarin.com for the Encanto family.