Horizontal scar under left eye, scar on left side of forehead. Tattoo of a "mushroom" on right calf, tattoo of the name "Smokey Joe" on left forearm, tattoo of a "cross" between thumb and forefinger on right hand, tattoo of the letters "LOVE HATE" across knuckles on both hands. Pierced left ear, missing teeth.
Frequently wore a t-shirt with jeans and a ball-cap.
Joseph last contacted family at approximately 5:00pm in Lufkin, TX. His brown and tan 1987 Ford F-150 extended cab was later located southeast of Angelina County on Parker Point Road near Zavalla, TX. Foul play is possible.