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I choose not to think of uncle Joe as he was at the end, but from the begining at least of my life. Old family movies show him always brining joy to those around him, and of course in my earliest memories he did as well. I remember looking out the window of our house and seeing he and his fmaily arrive in their car and being so excited. And of course with my father and uncle John off they would go for a beer run in one of the old Chevy's. Before long a story or joke would begin and he always told it in an animated style and seemed to stutter as he told it adding to the effect. I remember him always reaching out or down and tassel my hair and give some form of affection. Off we cousins would go and play and later on find uncle Joe dancing up a storm either by himself or with aunt Gerry, she with a look of amazement that he was at his old tricks.

 

As we all gathered at his funeral and caught up with each other, and reflected on our own lives, a theme was pretty clear that we all are working through tough issues and maybe none of us were fortunate enough to get the happy gene Uncle Joe got. But maybe we could look back at how he conducted his affairs and how he always engaged us. What he valued and how he shared himself with us at all times and how it made us feel to be with him. If we try to introduce some of his qualities into our life his memory will live on and this place will be a little better because of him if he is here or not.

 

Our family was the most important thing to that man; let’s make sure we treat it with the same respect and care he did. See you all soon. Make someone smile, tell a joke for Uncle Joe :^)

 

 

When we think of Joe the first thing that comes to mind is the music and the laughter. The good times rolled whenever Joe was around. His passing has led us all to search our memories for every cherished moment. Joe's love of his family and friends comes back in each story. His total trust that, " Geraldine " would get him wherever he needed to go in life. His beaming face whenever he spoke of , "My Marilyn " or, " The Girls " Kelly and Erin. Whether he was your husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin , in-law or friend Joe's incredible heart and generous nature touched us all and made our lives better. Thanks, Joe. 

I JOINED THE TRANSIT AUTHORITY 24 YEARS AGO AND I WAS LUCKY ENOUGH TO MEET JOE,, I WAS DRAWN TO HIS GREAT SENSE OF HUMOR AND WHEN HE FOUND OUT THAT I WAS A DIE-HARD METS FAN,,THATS WHEN WE REALLY BECAME CLOSE,,HE WOULD LAUGH OUT LOUD WHEN THE METS WOULD LOSE A CLOSE GAME THAT THEY SHOULD OF WON AND SEE ME GET UPSET,,WE HAD GONE TO MANY GAMES IN THE PAST AND LOTS OF GREAT TIMES,,ITS VERY RARE THAT YOU MEET GOOD HEARTED PEOPLE IN THIS DAY AND AGE,,AND WORKING IN THE T.A,I WAS BLESSED TO MEET SOMEONE THAT TAUGHT ME THE JOB AND TO HAVE FUN AT THE SAME TIME,,I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU DOC,,I AM VERY SURE NOW THAT JOE WILL BE WATCHING DOWN ON SHEA STADIUM THIS YEAR WHEN THE METS WILL WIN THE WORLD SERIES!!,,LETS GO METS.

I will always  remember Joe for his  valiant effort he put forth, trying to conquer that dreaded disease. During our weekly trips to the hospital for his treatments, he never complained about his hardship. His thoughts were positive, and always ready to laugh, or tell a funny story. We are grateful, that we were able to help during your terrible ordeal. We will miss our weekly meeting, but know in our hearts, your suffering is over. Until we meet again, God Bless and Goodbye

 

I am truly saddened by the loss of Uncle Joe, with time the saddness will pass, but his memory will live on in me and my family forever. My favorite movie as a kid and still today is Disney's, The Jungle Book. My favorite character of all time is Baloo, the big cuddly, fun loving bear. He loves to sing and dance and always have a good time. He never sweats the small stuff, and is a true friend and companion. I think that sums up Uncle Joe pretty well, and that's how we will always remember him. So when you're feeling blue about missing Uncle Joe, just think about Baloo the bear and you will be sure to smile and start singing and dancing to the song, the Bare Necessities. Now that is a great lasting memory! XOXO

I will always remember my Uncle Joe..his twinkly eyes..his

love of good ole - rock n roll - and dancing ..he showed me

the twist..and we always reminisced about that at

parties..(i will never do a twist without thinking about

him)..he always made us all laugh with his crazy jokes..he

was always so much fun to be around.

You always knew that Uncle Joe loved his family - all of us

even though the miles kept us from far in distance ..I know

that he truly enjoyed that we were all so close..so blessed

we are with such a large and loving family that remains

close throughout the years..

but what was always so evident was the strong love he had

for Aunt Gerry (like peas and carrots :) and Marilyn ..how

proud he was of you and how much he loved your new family

and his granddaughters..he was a lucky man as we were lucky

to have him in our lives...