Joe was called home to be with the Lord on Wednesday night, January 28th, 2015, at the age of 79 years. He was surrounded by his loved ones and passed peacefully in his sleep. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Irene Prepsl and his children Joe (Shierra) Prepsl and Shelley (Duane) Harper, and three grandchildren Rebecca and David Prepsl, and Kennedy Harper.

Joe's Family wishes to express their gratitude to all of the staff of the Legacy Lodge for their compassion and loving care, extended not only to Joe but to his entire family.

A Memorial Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, Alberta on Saturday, January 31, 2015 at 1:00 P.M. Pastor Stephen Reynolds officiating.

For those who wish, the family requests that memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society, #402, 740-4th Ave. South, Lethbridge, Alberta, T1J 0N9.