José Alfredo Santistevan

José Alfredo Santistevan passed suddenly at age 93 on October 22, 2026.

José was born in Douglas, Wyoming on May 29, 1933 to John and Semonita Santistevan. He grew up in Douglas and worked on ranches until he started construction in 1962. He met and married Bernice in Casper, Wyoming. They travelled through different parts of the States following his construction and cement work. They settled for good in Grand Coulee in 1968, where they raised their 5 kids. 

José and Bernice loved traveling together and they always had their dog, Chico, with them. After retirement José enjoyed his time in his shop where he worked on his leather and iron work. These projects were shared with family, friends and the community. 

José was a Moose Club member for over 50 years and a proud Union member for 62 years. 

José was preceded in death by his parents John and Semonita Santistevan as well as his wife, Bernice. 

José is survived by his children Ginger Copeland(Paul), Cindy Richie, Pete Santistevan(Valerie), Tracy Hunter(Chuck), and Becky Kay along with 13 grandchildren and 33 great grandchildren. 

Please join us for a celebration of life on Saturday November 7th 2026 at the Moose Club at 1:30pm.