Mr Favara provided inspiration and guidance to me at a time in my life when it was much needed. I truly appreciated his patience and understanding. I admired him in many ways not only for his achievements in athletics and education but as a leader to many. My heart felt sympathy to his family of whom I have the greatest respect for. Sincerely James D. Kinnear. 

It was a real honor to know and play for you, coach.  You really influenced my life and many others at  Sunnyside High School.  You were tough, strict, but we knew you truly cared for us.  It was coaches like you that guided my path into coaching and teaching.  I coached for 33 yrs. at Sunnyside, Desert View and Palo Verde.  It was special for me to work in the same district with you and visit with you from time to time.  When times get tough I can always remember your inspiring words.  "Suck it up, men".  You had many inspiring words but that one helped me in the military and college.
God Bless You and your family.

It was my privilege to play football for Coach Favara at Safford High School. I still remember a lot of Coach’s quaint saying and comments. (He always referred to us as “gentlemen” although few of us were.) What’s more important is that I still remember the life-lessons that Coach Favara taught us. Those lessons often served me well later in life. The undefeated season in 1962 was great but what Coach Favara gave us so much more. Coach Favara and football is what gave meaning to my years at Safford High School.

God Bless your Family Coach, I will never forget what you did for me and how you made me become a Good Man. I was his Quarterback for two years including the year we won the State Championship. He once sent me a note on a game program on one of my Birthday's. I have it on my office wall at home.  It read's  how  my one touchdown pass in our 6-0 game was so sweet and how we kept going from there to our undefeated team and the State Championship. Coach would make me play handball with him during football season breaks. I could never beat very often . Thanks Coach until  we Meet Again. 

I had the privilege of knowing & playing football for Coach Favara at Safford High School from 1962 thru 1964. He taught me so much not only about football but life lessons that go along with the sport. He was a tremendous role model & impacted my life in so many positive ways as he was for so many others that had the opportunity to know him. I was honored to attend his Induction ceremoney into Tucson Sports Hall of Fame a few years ago . What a proud moment for Coach, his Family and those of us in attendance. Many of us that got to play for him in that special season when Safford went undefeated in 1962 & were State Champs have already made that transition to Heaven. I'm sure Coach is having a reunion & getting them ready  for next game. RIP Coach until we meet again! Rick Cleland

Dear Joyce and Family,
Our hearts are broken because of your loss.  Joe was always a kind, soft spoken gentleman.  Every time we saw him he would take a few moments to say hello.  His smile was warm and his eyes sparkled when he spoke.  Be comforted knowing he is in a perfect place with his Savior.   We will miss him.
Our love to you all.
Dan and Charlotte

I am so very sorry to hear of Joel’s passing. My father, Joe Favara and Joel’s father, John were double first cousins. John spent every morning at our cafe reading the paper and having coffee. Wish I had had the opportunity to know Joel as I’m certain he was a wonderful man! My prayers for comfort and peace for Joyce and  his family. 🙏🏻❤️

Love, 
Lisa Favara Luley 

Deepest sympathy for Joyce and the whole family.  Did not know Joel well but remember meeting him once at Pat's home.  It is never easy to have a husband, father, grandfather and friend to go before us.  We have the peace of eternal life waiting on each of us and there are reunions every few minutes.  Know Johnny and his family would be sadden to hear this news.  Judy Blanton Satterfield


Dear Joyce and family,

Our deep condolences to you.  We loved Joel so much!  He was such a joy to be around and was so kind and thoughtful.  He was and is part of our LaRue family as well.  We admire how he was always helping in the community and was there to fix anything for neighbors, friends, family and anyone who needed his skills and care.  He will be greatly missed!

Love,

Craig & Judy McCarthy

I feel privileged to have known Joel.  His sense of humor,  his kindness,  his love for his family and community were only some of his qualities.  He always made me feel welcome in their home.  He will be missed. 

At CHS Favara was adored by his players and  their fans.  He is a part of everlasting memories of our high school years.
My deepest sympathy to the family and all of those who loved him.

I am saddened by the passing of Coach Favara. He arrived in Safford in 1960 at a time when Safford was going thru losing seasons. He instilled in us the will to win, going from 4-6, 6-4 to 10-0 seasons. Everyone feared the mighty Safford Bulldogs! I played fullback for him and I will always respect him for his teaching of the meaning of teamwork. I have fond memories of him. Rest in peace Coach and thank you.

I was so sad to hear of his passing.  I will never forget him. Joel Favara was an exceptional man.  I will always be grateful for the values he taught me as a football coach.  He asked me to join the varsity squad as a sophomore quarterback at Safford High School in Safford, Arizona for the Fall, 1965.  We had a team that went 9-1-1 that year due in large part to his preparing us for each Friday night.  He expected the best from us and instilled a never quit attitude.  I have had a successful career and wonderful family in large part yo his lessons and his walking the talk.  A good man who taught us to grow into good men.

My memories of Uncle Joel are all positive ones from my many visits to Tucson to his visits to Oklahoma. Great memories.  I will miss him very much and prayers go out to my Aunt and the rest of the family.

My Uncle Joel was a wonderful man...always joyful  and kind...he lived well and will be missed❤

Joel was a kind, very respected gentleman! I always enjoyed our family times together, which I have such fond memories! My condolences to Joyce and children! You are in my thoughts and prayers!

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Joel Stewart Favara

16 octobre 1934 – 18 février 2020

Desert Rose Heather Cremation & Burial

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