October 13, 2014
Escondito, Ca
Joseph Highland went to his eternal rest on October 13, 2014 in Escondita CA. Joe was ordained for the Diocese of Rockford Illinois, May 22, 1954. He left the active priesthood and married Mary Ambre, a former Sister of Loretto on August 8, 1970. They had one daughter, Mary Jo, born on April 24, 1974. The family moved to San Diego area in 1980. Joe and Mary have two grandchildren, Kiam and Nalani.
Joe had a very active, ministry having officiated at over 400 weddings , Baptisms and Funerals.