Hello my name is Amber and I am the granddaughter of Joe Marin who recently and unexpectedly passed away on 10/24/2021.
If you ask anyone that knows me or knew him they would actually say I was more like his daughter, that is why this has to be the most painful thing I have ever had to write. He was one of the best men I have ever met in my whole life. He was so supportive and caring and always made sure he took care of others needs before his own. He took me to every volleyball game and made sure to sit and cheer me on and keep me and even my teammates motivated, he was affectionately called "grandpa" by my whole team and most of my close friends.
On 10/23/2021 he woke up with a bad stomachache and was taken to the hospital to be evaluated. My aunt called me and updated me that he was in the hospital but it was "nothing serious" He was admitted after the dr reviewed his xrays and saw that he had a blockage of his bowels. Upon further testing also deemed that he had a small kidney infection that antibiotics would clear up. They told me he would be staying until Monday to make sure everything clears up but other than that his vitals were great. I called and talked to him and he sounded weak because they hadnt let him eat or drink anything. My aunt assured me he was doing fine and he just wanted to go home and get a milkshake.
On 10/25/2021 my aunt called, I expected she would be updating me but her voice didnt sound right. As she continued talking I realized she was calling to tell me the news I have been dreading my whole life. He was gone. I couldnt even breathe. I felt like a piece of me died too. Now here we are days later and now have to pick up the pieces and plan a memorial for him. As this was completely unexpected nothing was saved for this. Any amount that could be spared would be greatly appreciated.