Joseph Thomas “Joe” Tannos, 95, of League City, Texas, passed peacefully from this life on November 1, 2025, surrounded by his devoted family.

Born on July 24, 1930, in Lockhart, Texas, to Joseph and Mary Tannos, Joe lived a life rooted in faith, family, and hard work. He received his bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from the University of Texas at Austin prior to proudly serving his country in the U.S. Navy. Joseph went on to enjoy a long and fulfilling career as a chemical engineer, where his sharp mind and steady leadership earned the respect of all who worked with him.

Known affectionately as “Joe” to his many friends and loved ones, he found great joy in the simple pleasures of life — tending to his land, caring for his animals, and sharing the bounty of his farm on Calder Road. His was the most well-known farm in League City, a place where generations of children and families came to learn, laugh, and grow. Joe loved sharing his fresh eggs with local elementary schools and proudly supported and mentored area FFA students while providing housing for animals for their projects.

A longtime member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in League City, Joe lived his faith through service, generosity, and love for others. Joseph spent most of his adult life serving and supporting others. Joseph was always quick to assist those less fortunate.

Family was always at the heart of Joe’s world. Joe met and married the love of his life, Mary Frances Teahan, and together they built a beautiful life filled with faith, laughter, and unconditional love. Holidays were cherished times, especially when he gathered in the kitchen to make his famous Kibbeh — a family tradition that brought everyone together. They were blessed with four children, eleven grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren, all of whom were the light of Joe’s life.

Joe was preceded in death by his parents, his beloved wife Mary Frances, and their daughter, Lola Kathleen “Kathy” Tannos.

He is lovingly remembered and deeply missed by his children, Brenda Mitchiner (Joey), Louis Tannos (Ginny), and Paul Tannos (Deborah); grandchildren, Megan Nohra, Cody De La Cruz, Patrick Stehley, Katelyn Grindstaff (Matthew), Tayler Madison (Dylan), Mary Allison Tannos, Grace Tannos, Justin Tannos, Jonah Tannos, Macey Tannos, and Madison Tannos; and great-grandchildren, Charlee Grindstaff, Brenlee Grindstaff, and Peyton Madison. He also leaves behind numerous extended family members and dear friends who will forever cherish his memory and the love he so freely gave.

Joe’s life was a testament to faith, family, and the beauty of a generous heart. His legacy will continue to live on in the lives of all who were blessed to know him.

In his honor a visitation will be held on Monday, November 10, 2025 from 5:00 to 7:00pm with a Rosary at 7:00pm at Crowder Funeral Home in League City, Texas. A Funeral Mass is planned for Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 1:30pm at St. Mary of the Expectation Catholic Church in League City, Texas. Interment immediately following at Mt. Olivet Catholic Cemetery, Dickinson, Texas.