Joseph was born on April 8, 1985 to Sheila Faye Parker and Michael Harris, Sr. Joe-Joe, as he was affectionately called by his family and friends, completed High School in Fresno, CA He also attended Fresno City College. Joe worked for the California Conservation Corps. and was currently planning to further his education and to marry Gina.

Joseph leaves to mourn his passing; Dae-Avion Dequawn Harris, Tristen Leah Faye Harris, Porsche Carter, Gina Lomeli, Michael Joseph harris, Sr., Janet Harris, Deborah and Darryl Curry, Toriano Parker, Connie Parker, Mark Fountain, Jr., Marisa Parker, Michael Eugene Brown, Rachel Beal, Tyra Allen, Michael Harris, Jr. and Marquez Harris.

Joseph also leaves a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and godparents who will miss him deeply. Joe was loved by so many, many people.

Joe loved children and pets and they loved Joe. He was a gentle giant of a young man who walked about wearing one of the biggest and prettiest smiles. He could brighten up anybody's day with one of his infectious grins.

Joseph knew Christ as his Saviour and was baptized at an early age. Joe is in Heaven now, resting gin the bosom of Jesus, experiencing God's perfect, unconditional love.

We love you Joe, Rest in Peace.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 9, 2009 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Farewell Funeral Service.

A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, April 10, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. at Baptist Temple in Fresno, CA. Interment will follow at Belmont Memorial Park.