Joe “Willie” William Arechigo, 94, of Waco passed away Tuesday, June 23, 2020. Graveside services will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, June 29th at Oakwood Cemetery, 2124 S. 5th St., Waco. The family will receive visitors 2:00-4:00 p.m. Sunday, June 28th at Pecan Grove Funeral Home. Please note that all regulatory requirements, including mask usage and social distancing will be strictly observed.
Willie was born June 25, 1925 to Joe Arechigo and Mary Espinoza Franco in Waco, Texas. He served in the US Navy for two years. Willie was a long time resident of Waco.
He is survived by his half-brothers, Dan E. Franco and Dave M. Franco; daughters, Patsy Vela, Rosie Reyes, Mary Monrial; along with numerous nieces and nephews.