Obituary of Joseph Jay Cardoza

Joseph Jay Cardoza June 4, 1963 - Feb. 6, 2012 Joseph Cardoza passed away suddenly of natural causes at his home in Aptos. He was 48. Joe was born in Santa Cruz, the son of John Cardoza and Barbara (Halstead) Cardoza. He grew up in Santa Cruz where he attended Delaveaga Elementary School, Branciforte Junior High and Harbor High School. Joe worked most of his life as brick mason and was a member of BAC Local 3. He left his creative mark on many buildings and structures through out Santa Cruz County. He was a devoted husband and a loving father who enjoyed quality time with his son Chase on their many adventures. Joe had an infectious laugh and a great sense of humor. We will miss his big smile and even bigger heart. In his spare time he enjoyed Go-Kart racing, playing golf and softball and was an avid fan of NASCAR. He spent the past 27 years with his loving wife, Joanne Cardoza of Aptos. He is survived by his son, Chase Cardoza of Aptos; mother, Barbara Cardoza of Scotts Valley; sisters, Lisa Cardoza and her husband Brooks Lambert of Aptos and Linda Cardoza of Newport Beach; brothers, John Cardoza and his wife Ann of Santa Cruz and Gino Cardoza of Santa Cruz; his mother in law, Camilla LaBue of Scotts Valley; sisters in law, Mary LaBue of Scotts Valley and Luci Schofield and her husband Dave of Huntington Beach; he is also survived by his nieces and nephews, Samantha Schofield, Ella Schofield, Ryan Howard, Seaver Cardoza and Logan Cardoza. He was preceded in death by his father, John Cardoza and his father in law, Joseph P. LaBue. A celebration of his life will be held at Oakwood Memorial Chapel, 3301 Paul Sweet Rd., Santa Cruz, CA on Wednesday February 15, 2012 at 1:00 pm. A viewing will be held at Benito & Azzaro Pacific Gardens Chapel on Sunday February 12, 2012 from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers an account has been established for Chase Cardoza. Please email lisacardoza@sbcglobal.net to obtain account information.