Joseph Ray Tenopir, lifelong Crete resident, age 68, was born on December 14, 1951 to Raymond and Darline (Kubicek) Tenopir and passed away on July 25, 2020 in Crete, Nebraska. He attended Wilber Public Schools, graduating with the Class of 1970.  He then attended the University of Nebraska until a train accident prevented him from furthering his classes.  After the accident, he had numerous jobs, working with his uncle roofing, helping his parents farming, and working at Sack Lumber.  He retired from Friskies after many years.  Joe was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles.  He loved to talk and visit with others, no matter how old or young you were, and he loved helping people. Joe was loved by many. He leaves behind a sister and brother in law, Lori and Mike Kovarik, 3 nephews, Benjamin, Kirk and Adam Kovarik, one great niece, Mia Kovarik and great nephew, Kayden Kovarik, all of Lincoln, aunts, Grace Tenopir and Lillian Kubicek and  many cousins and friends. Joe is preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Darline Tenopir and brother, Bill Tenopir and infant sister Nancy. Memorial services will be held on Friday, July 31, 2020 at 11:00 AM at Kuncl Funeral Home in Crete.  Casual attire or bib overalls are suggested.  Face masks are required.  Memorials are in care of the family for future designation.  Kuncl Funeral Home in Crete is in charge of arrangements.