Longtime Meeker resident, Joe Papez passed away on September 15, 2020 at Pioneers Medical Center. He was 85. Upon Joe's request, private family services are being held. He retired from the Division of Wildlife with many years of service. He is survived by his loving wife, Patricia Papez; two sons, Gerald (Sherry) Papez and Greg (Maggie) Papez; his mother, Alvina Papez; and two sisters, Ann Morrelli and Donna Spock. He is further survived by two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son, Glen Paul Papez; and his father, Louis Papez. In lieu of flowers and food, the family suggests memorial contributions be made in Joe's memory to Hope West Hospice.