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Just have to sit in it and cope with it and relive it today and pretty certainly everyday that you’ve been gone. Still so raw, so real the hurt, the longing to see you, the remembering everything from start to finish. So hard to believe the story we both went through and made it through and then to have you gone. So many, way too many times I had to say goodbye to you and then the real finality of the very last time. I still smell your t-shirt you gave me so long ago that I asked you for to always have your scent with me. I still replay the voicemail messages you left me. I still hang onto the clothing you wore, the tennis shoes you loved, the special CD you made me of my music I loved and you sweetly made for me and wrote on it in the exact same handwriting as your dad Tom, so crazy the genetic handwriting who would’ve ever guessed that? Or that you and I too looked so much alike. It’s something I never had the strength to envision after I had given you up. Too painful to think about what you looked like. And then finding you, seeing you, the uncanny resemblance was mind boggling. You always were and always will be in my heart, my mind, my thoughts and my soul. I will live each day as gratefully and peacefully and thoughtfully of those I love and even some of those I meet by chance. I will walk through this world still looking forward to the day you and I warmly embrace and again stare lovingly into each others eyes and together then we can complete our incredible story of undeniable longing and lasting mother and son love.
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Tate posted a condolence
Friday, May 10, 2013
Once, while he and I were still roommates, we took a road trip up to Philadelphia on our motorcycles, to go skydiving. It was going to be an adventure! We left early that morning and made it to Baltimore around 8am. We had lost track of time and somehow thought that 8am was a good time for lunch. We looked for a place to eat and found a hole in the wall that was still close; but we could see an old man sweeping up the restaurant. We knocked on the window and he let us in. The kitchen wasn't open but he found some cans of soup in the back and said we could have them if we wanted. We ate at the bar and chatted the guy. Joe was good at that, making random friends with characters. Apparently the old man, Guiseppie was an italian immigrant who covered his mouth when he talked-- he had no teeth and was self conscious of it.
We made it to Philly, after several stops and making several new friends along the way. But it was starting to rain and we couldn't make the jump. We made the best of it, and decided to stop by and say hi to all of our new friends on the way back. We got separated on the way back-- and neither of us had our cell phones. I made it home first, and saw that his bike wasn't in the drive way.
I learned later that he stopped by to see his grandparents on the way back home, and spent the night with them. He told me about that visit and about his family and we became better friends that day. And everytime Joe and I would meet up later after having parted ways for a while, we would reminisce about that day and talk about those people we met on the way to philly and back-- and he was very happy that had that opportunity to see his grandparents that day.
I miss him.
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Sharon Brunier posted a condolence
Monday, February 18, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I cannot fathom the depth of your loss. I offer this quote from Charles Dickens: " And can it be that in a world so full and busy, the loss of one creature makes a void in any heart, so wide and deep that nothing but the width and depth of eternity can fill it up." Much peace, Sharon
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Ginny Martin Smith posted a condolence
Sunday, February 17, 2013
Dear Claire, I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Ginny
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Leah Winterling Bark posted a condolence
Sunday, February 17, 2013
Dear Claire, My deepest sympathy is with you and your family. I have two sons the same age, and I can only imagine the pain of loss that you are experiencing.
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Nathan Straus posted a condolence
Thursday, February 14, 2013
My deepest sympathy I wish Joe's family and love ones strength during this difficult time. He will be truly missed. Rest in peace brother.
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Kate Metz posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 13, 2013
Joe, we will never forget how much fun we had with you over the years. You were such a sweet and genuine person and I'll never forget you. I'm so glad that I had the privilege of knowing you. Our thoughts and prayers are with your whole family and we will miss you forever. I just wish I could hug you one last time. You were a true brother to Trey and a true friend to me. We love you Nilla!!!! Love always, Kate and Trey
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Ken posted a condolence
Monday, February 11, 2013
It's taken me a while to post something here. Partly because I wanted to keep some memories to myself but mainly because I can't believe this is actually real. I felt like I needed to write something to let him know he was a special guy. Interpret "special" how you will! I hadn't spoken to Joe in a little while and it still feels like he is off on some other crazy adventure, which I guess he is. As it slowly started to sink in, sad doesn't begin to describe it. When I do get sad though, I hear Joe's voice telling me to "quit being a little b" and "get over it" but that's easier said than done. Anyone else still hear that voice? I was trying to pick out one funny Joe story but there are too many little Joe stories that made him who he was.
I remember hearing of who Joe was while in little league baseball. I knew he was a really fast kid, which was true. But I really got to know Joe during freshman year in high school playing baseball. That fast kid was finally on my team and I wouldn't have to worry about throwing over to first base repeatedly in order to keep him close to the bag. We spent numerous afternoons at baseball practice pitching soft-toss to each other and talking about what was going on in our lives. And that friendship grew to outside of baseball. Basically during the rest of our high school years our group of friends was always together. Driving around in Joe's red Honda with the metal foot gas petal, him helping me hook up my bass tube in my Citation, meeting up at Lonestar Steakhouse, Beach Week, the stories go on.
We drifted apart a bit during college but we made a couple of road trips to our schools and always hung out during the summers when we were back in Herndon. Playing caps, going to the batting cages, the pool, you know, normal stuff.
He was a good friend even after college and although he didn't live quite near me, he would always make time to hang out if there was something going on. Wu-Tang/Rage concert, baseball games, cook-outs, visiting out friend at law school, etc. We went to a bar in Carbondale, IL and while everyone ordered a normal size beer, Joe felt it was necessary to buy me the gigantic novelty beer from behind the bar. I'm not even sure it was for sale. Seriously, look at the picture above! He was over the top sometimes. Anyone remember the "noodle nose" incident? We did live in a house with two other roommates and that was one bit of excitement after the next. Since he was a teacher at the time, by the time I got off work Joe had been home for hours and was ready to do something, anything. "Nah Joe, I'm tired, don't feel like going out." "Quit being a little b." "Okay, where are we going?"
It was very hard to say 'no' to Joe. I think this is because of the common trait I have been reading about here, he genuinely cared about his friends and would never say 'no' to them. Even though he didn't express it too much, Joe cared about how his friends were doing. Whenever I was going through a difficult time he always had a way of making me laugh, putting things in perspective, and offering some good advice.
I know Joe is in a good place now. He sent some of us an email a while back that said "Got a new job lined up behind a desk, so I guess it's welcome to Dyer's world. Guess the one above saw a different purpose for me." I know it's hard to accept, but the "one above" must have seen another purpose for Joe this time too. I always assumed there would be more time for me and Joe to reconnect but this has shown me that nothing is a given and even as cliché as it is, to make every moment count. Joe made every moment count. He was always trying to bring people together and he was even able to do so this time.
I'm sure Joe is meeting all new friends right now, and doing that weird finger snap thing when shaking hands. Still not sure how he did that. There was a lot going on in our lives the last time Joe and I emailed. He ended one email with "I'll hit you up on the flip side." I thought that was a funny expression even when I read it. It was so Joe. I didn't even know what that meant, or when that would be, but I knew he was right. I'm certainly going to miss Joe, but like he said, I'll catch him on the flip side. Maybe he can hit me up and let me know if he's chillin' with 2-Pac. RIP Little Man, you are one of a kind. -Diggity.
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Joe, you will live forever in my childhood memories of life on Briery River Terrace. We had so much fun playing baseball, kickball, flashlight tag and all the rest. I'll never forget listening to "My Prerogotive" on your boombox out in the street while looking at the stars and just hanging out. You were a great friend to so many and we will all miss you!
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Liam Kane posted a condolence
Monday, February 11, 2013
I met Joe at LMS, after he had recovered from his motorcycle accident, and we hit it off right away. He was getting back into the swing of working and we got to know each other over beers, and golf. The Last time I spoke with him (which didn't seem that long ago until I heard of his passing and realized how long it had actually been) was when he had moved TX. There was an excitement in his voice and although he didn't really have answers for me about what he was going to be doing there, or what his long term plans were, he did refer to it has a "new adventure" multiple times.
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rom our relatively short friendship is that life was in fact an "Adventure" for Joe. The end of our last conversation ended with something along the lines of "I'm not sure when I will be back in Virginia but I know how to get ahold of you, and my number isn't going to change". He was always available if you needed him…
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Lou Travaglino posted a condolence
Monday, February 11, 2013
Mrs. Simanski: My condolences to you and your family and a short memory about Joe: Joe was our centerfielder on the Fairfax Rockies between the late 1990s and 2000. Joe played a significant role in our winning seasons which included the 1999 League Championship team. His overall character, competitive spirit and outstanding play made him a pleasure to coach and a welcome asset to our team. I will keep him in my daily prayers.
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Andy Edds posted a condolence
Monday, February 11, 2013
Joe, we're all gonna miss you buddy. You were the true definition of a "brother". Like someone else mentioned, you would give the shirt off of your back to a stranger if they needed it. Gonna miss the Simanski shenanigans for sure, but I have no doubt you and Kristen are hanging out with the man upstairs. I'll always remember the first "get-tight-night" on 2nd floor Frasier ... and your epic renditions of "Vanilla Ice" and "Cypress Hill" in the Cunninghams, the trips to the OBX for Ball, hanging out at the Hill, hanging out at Megan's parents house in Fairfax over the summers and after college ... these times will always be in my mind. It's still hard to believe. I would like to give my deepest sympathies to your family, and to all of your friends and former colleagues and students. You touched a lot of peoples lives in positive ways. Rest easy brother, we'll see you on the other side someday soon. "Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart and thy neighbor as thyself" -- Mathew 22:37-39
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Justin Anderson posted a condolence
Sunday, February 10, 2013
Joe was the first friend I made after moving to Virginia, which makes him the oldest friend that I have. We quickly became best friends, and since we only lived a few blocks from each other we were constantly hanging out. I remember the many nights he would come over for dinner at my house, the times walking aimlessly through the neighborhood before we could drive, and then the times aimlessly driving around northern Virginia when we could. We went to proms together and shared a beach house during beach week down at Myrtle Beach. Although we went to different colleges, every time we were back on breaks we would hang out. I especially remember one spring break my sophomore year, when my original plans fell through and I ended up home for the week. I got really luckily, because Joe was home as well and I remember hanging out with him pretty much the whole time and Joe being Joe, going on adventures and having the time of my life when I would have been sitting at home sulking on the couch. That was what I always loved about Joe, he was always up for some new adventure and always trying to cheer you up when you were down. One of my other favorite memories was around Christmas of 1999. I was home for a couple of weeks and Joe and I ended up going to the Reston Town Center to meet up with some friends and have a few drinks. One thing leads to another and Joe, Charley and I decide it would be a great idea to just head up to Atlantic City for a little gambling, so that's what we did. Unfortunately, we had my parents car and forgot to tell anyone else about our plan, but we made it there around 6 in the morning, played blackjack and slots and got back around noon, scaring my parents since they had no clue where we or their car were. Joe was always up for anything and that was what made hanging out with him so much fun. Over the years there were times when life got busy and we didn't always stay in touch, but whenever we got back together it was always like no time had passed at all. Although we hadn't really stayed in touch the last couple of years, I always knew if I ever needed anything, Joe would have been there for me. As I said at the beginning, Joe is the oldest friend I have, one of the best friends I have ever had, and I will miss him dearly.
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Becky (Hill) Hartman posted a condolence
Sunday, February 10, 2013
I'm the neighbor's daughter mentioned in the obituary whose dad was having a transplant. Joe moved next door when we were nine and he, indeed, fit right in. All of the neighbor kids spent hours and hours outside playing in our cul de sac and my memories are sweet ones of that time growing up. And Joe was definitely a committed friend. When we were around 10, I was invited to a "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe" (BBC version) movie-viewing party and Joe came along. Dressed as Mr. Beaver (to complement my Mrs. Beaver). We are talking paper buck teeth and all. He sure did make a huge effort to make sure this girl had wonderful memories during a very scary and emotional time of life. I'm fairly certain he ensured there was no photographic evidence of that particular event. I'm almost certainly as grateful as he would be for that.
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Kyle Julian King posted a condolence
Sunday, February 10, 2013
It's hard to decide where to start when I think about Joe. I guess I have to say first and foremost he was an amazing guy with a good heart. I think back to our times at the Cowboy Cafe, going to the Skins game, and the ski trip to in blizzard like conditions. No matter where or what we did--there were always a lot of good times. He introduced to "interesting" music like Slightly Stoopid and Bubba Sparks while I got him to go see Kenny Chesney at FedEx field. He taught me about oil changes and drinking, while I showed him about running and playing tennis. Even got him to run in a 5K, which he did quite well in I may add. He met my friends and always was looking out not just for me, but them too. He cooked dinners for us and we had our share of BBQ's back in the day. He always used Stubbs sauce for his chicken and man, that was good! He was my "GPS" when I first moved up here and he came to my rescue many a times. I remember the day he put in new speakers in my car--he was always good with cars. I could go on forever with the good times we had....with him, it was always fun.
But life has changed greatly over the past 10 years for since first meeting Joe, but one thing remained the same...his loyalty as a friend. He has continue to be a friend and someone who always listened and wanted to see the best for everyone. I wish I just had one more moment to say hey, but I know that God's plan is greater than my own and sometimes there aren't answers for times like this. I'll treasure my memories of Joe forever and am grateful for the time we had together. Joe--you will be deeply missed and may you rest in peace.
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Matt Di Dio- Pledge Bro lit a candle
Saturday, February 9, 2013
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I'm here pretty much bedridden after ACL surgery, saddened and depressed, thinking about how your life was unexpectedly cut short. I know it's weak that I can't make your viewing; I feel pretty lame because distance and my injury shouldn't matter. So, here I am with little or no closure trying to make sense of what happened. Damn, it's not fair. We met as pledges and initially had our differences- probably because we're both so intense. Slowly, as we went through the pledge period, we bonded and a strong friendship formed. We had a mutual respect for each other- a testament that the pledge process builds brothers for life. I can hear your chuckle in my head and see that grin, or that serious scowl when you were heated. I always got tired of hearing "insane in the membrane" but glad you were always the DJ. We both rocked the "goatees" but yours outlasted mine. You called me "short Italian" but we were about the same height…. You're a piece of work Vanilla.
You made the tough times funny with your quick wit and hilarious tactics- I'll never forget hooking the bros up with shady death dogs from Parbils, the stories of you putting out fireplace fires, or when you saved Nicole in the backyard of the corner house when the tree almost fell on us. How about when you broke your leg junior year, you hopped around like a clown and bathed using some chair you pulled into the shower. You stayed in there for hours!! That's still my favorite haze!
You were dependable, a good athlete, smart, competitive, focused, good-hearted, and stubborn as hell. You genuinely always wanted to help others and that's why you were teaching 3rd grade. I admired that about you Nilla and I'll miss you brother. I wish we both could have done a better job staying in touch.
I want to play one more game of caps, one more round of 007, one last throw of darts, one more game of blitz, one more Everlast tune on repeat, one more 40 on the hall and one more pledge class reunion with Bertha!
Keep the peace up in heaven until we all get there. I'll miss you Vanilla. Love ya bro!!
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Brenda Fagan posted a condolence
Saturday, February 9, 2013
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Lynne Hook posted a condolence
Saturday, February 9, 2013
Dear Joe, I have so many good memories like the time we took many sick kids to Gettysburg, the Cub Run beach trip to Duck, and several trips to Dewey Beach. You were an inspiration to kids and adults, a great person to hang out with, and you could always make eveyone laugh. You had a gift with people because you accepted them without judgement. I know you are in heaven with that wonderful smile on your face making someone feel very special. Heres to you Joe Simanski!
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Courtney Williams Stevens posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2013
Dear Joe,
I have so many fun memories of the time we spent teaching together. You brought such a spark to that elementary school! I always enjoyed our happy hour adventures....like the time we were leaving the ESPN Zone and we got caught in a downpour while running at least 6 blocks to the car. Of course, we laughed the whole way. You were always so much fun to be around and as so many others have shared, you were such a good listener and always willing to lend a helping hand. Rest in peace knowing that you are loved by so many people and will be greatly missed!
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Melissa (Miller) Curry posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2013
Joe has held a special place in my heart since early on in the 7th grade. We have lost touch and caught up with each other multiple times over the years and each and everytime we would bump into each other again (it was 5 years at one point) it was like no time had passed at all. He would have me laughing over some memory almost immediately.. Thank you Joe for always keeping me laughing, for giving me ideas when I was fighting for services for my son at school and well for just being in my corner. You were a great person, a good friend to many and you will be greatly missed.
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Lanie and Ron King posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2013
Joe was a great guy - we are fortunate to have known him for quite some time. May God bless his family during this difficult time.
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Colleen Wilson posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2013
It's been a long time now, but Mr. Simanski was my fifth grade teacher at Cub Run Elementary. I remember being intimidated at the idea of a male teacher at first, but it ended up being a great year and he was a lot of fun as a teacher. I am so sorry to hear of his early passing, rest in peace Mr. Simanski.
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Angela Twyman posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 6, 2013
I met Joe at Herndon High School. He was such a genuine, personable, nice guy. I can remember him walking through the hallways with his baseball cap on backwards and smiling. I haven't seen him since we graduated and I wished him well with going off to college. I know God has gained an angel who is watching over his loved ones and friends. Sending my deepest condolences to the Simanski family and all of Joe's friends. May you rest in peace.
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Dana Willis posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 6, 2013
Joe - I always considered our relationship to be very "brother-sister" like. Half the time I never knew whether I wanted to hit you or hug you! You had this amazing ability to make me laugh until I cried or cry because I was so frustrated. Through the years we shared many good times and it will be those memories that I will carry with me. I remember the beach trip we all took many years ago. You and I sat out on the deck one night and you told me that no matter what, I deserved the best of everything in life. It was heartwarming to see that serious side of you. You always listened and tried to make the best out of any situation. I admired that about you. You will always have a place in my heart and to this day, every time I eat an ice cream sandwich, I think of you! (I know you're somewhere smiling at that comment!)
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Trang Anderson posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 5, 2013
Joe, it's been a while since we actually spoke but I cherish our friendly text messages over the last 9 years. I just wish i dialed to hear your voice one more time. I did try texting you a few days ago but realized my new phone did not transfer all my contacts. well, I have a feeling You popped in my mind to say hi. Thank you for that. I will always remember your kindness, your humor, your willingness to help a friend at a drop of a hat. I remember how dedicated you were with your third grade students. They loved you! I won't forget your stories at Cub Run. Rest in peace my friend. Trang A.
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Scott Rollins posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 5, 2013
Back in the day at Longwood Joe and I were partying at the Buffalo House. I was running my mouth about how fast my car was and how it would leave his 24Valve Ford Probe in the dust. We hop in the Scirocco and proceed to do burnouts around campus. We were ready to head back to the party when I exploded the transmission doing one last burnout. So we're sitting in the car arguing about what just happened when we feel a bump. We ended up rolling backwards into another car while we were hollering at each other. Joe then looks at me and says, "I can stay if you want but there's no sense in both of us getting in trouble, mind if I head back to the party?"
That's the type of person Joe was. He'd go down with you if those were the cards dealt. He was a stand up no-BS type of guy, he will be missed. RIP Joe.
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Craig Jones posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 5, 2013
Joe, I know that we really didn't hang out that much until senior year, but I'll never forget that time that we rode down to Charlottesville just two weeks before graduation. My truck had just broken down so we rode in my parents old minivan down to EH's. It was the first time in three years that we really got to talk. I can remember thinking after that weekend, that I really wished that I had gotten to know you better. You were a good person. My deepest sympathies to your family.
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Craig Jones posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 5, 2013
Joe, I know that we really didn't hang out that much until senior year, but I'll never forget that time that we rode down to Charlottesville just two weeks before graduation. My truck had just broken down so we rode in my parents old minivan down to EH's. It was the first time in three years that we really got to talk. I can remember thinking after that weekend, that I really wished that I had gotten to know you better. You were a good person. My deepest sympathies to your family.
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Kristin Martin Bunch posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 5, 2013
Although I had not been in contact with Joe in quite some time, he had a significant impact on my life and will always be a part of who I am. Two of things that initially drew me to him were his instant connection with children and his ability to make people feel comfortable being themselves. He wanted to make his friends and family happy and was good at figuring out how to make that happen. Some moments I will never forget include: Joe wearing my headband during a wedding so it would stop hurting my head and it wouldn't get lost (he wore it for 3 hours), watching him play with his twin nieces, teaching me how to use the Xbox controller so the screen didn't spin and make everyone dizzy, rapping together to 80's hip hop during road trips, being snowed in during the "Snowpocalypse" of 2009, and him making me laugh so hard that my face hurt on many occasions. Joe-Joe, I hope in heaven you find a warm, sunny place where you can practice your ninja skills!
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Amy Brown Gay posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 5, 2013
I can't separate out just one memory that embodies how wonderful Joe was, and how much he meant to me. He, Mike and I were nearly inseparable for a few years at Longwood, and every memory I have of him was a good one. The Smoking Grooves tour in NOVA when we all stayed at his parent's house, the trips to Va Beach to stay at Mike's parent's house, Dave Matthews concerts for New Year's eve, our shared love of Tribe. Joe asked me for some pictures back in October and told me that he was making something and it was a surprise. I so wish that I had the opportunity to see whatever he was planning. Rest In Peace Joe, you will always be a part of me.
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James "Mungo" Hanson posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 5, 2013
As I have been sitting here trying to put my thoughts in order of what to say about Joe, I have read through some of the other memories that people have posted. There is one common theme in everyone's posts that rings the most true about Joe. His sincere ability to listen, and truly care about what you have to say. I remember when pledging the frat at Longwood we were camping in Charlottesville one weekend. Joe, needless to say was through with the camping experience and told me to disappear for a bit until people didnt realize I was gone and that he would come find me. About 15 minutes later, Joe showed up at my "hiding" spot and told me we were leaving and going back to Longwood so he could sleep in his own bed and not on the ground. The next hour and a half was filled with whatever hip hop music could be found on FM radio at 2:00 in the morning on the backroad radio stations between Cville and Farmville, a little bit of preaching, and then true genuine conversation about life. This road trip was probably what brought Joe and I together for the first time, and opened my eyes to the true brotherhood that I was about to experience. You are already missed brother but your memories will live on forever....RIP Nilla
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Trey Nichols posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 5, 2013
Joe was one of the most sincere and intense people I ever met at Longwood. I remember several conversations with him and I left them feeling that I both gained something and that I had someone that truly listened and cared. I drove his Ford Probe around Farmville several times bumping is mid-nineties hip hop. They don't make Probes anymore and they don't make too many people with the qualities of Joe.
We are sending our condolences to Joe's family from the west coast.
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Justin Ball posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 5, 2013
Joe...you were one of the good ones and will be deeply missed. Rest in peace my brother!
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Jessica Guarniere posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 5, 2013
Your death weighs heavy on my heart. You were one of my very first friends when we arrived at Longwood our freshman year. From that point on our friendship grew and we shared many special memories. Your kind heart, passion, and sincerity are the traits that made me love you the most. You will be missed terribly.....I am so glad that I have so many fond memories to hold on to!
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Maggie Sculthorpe posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 5, 2013
My deepest sympathy to Joe's family and close friends. A lot of hearts are heavy with your passing.
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Andy Cepon posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 5, 2013
To all of Joe's extended family, you have my deepest sympathy on Joes untimley passing. Although I only met him twice he had a great infuence on me and my family. Joe you will be missed...
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Andy Cepon posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 5, 2013
To all of Joe's extended family, you have my deepest sympathy on Joes untimley passing. Although I only met him twice he had a great infuence on me and my family. Joe you will be missed...
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Sue & Dave Anderson posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 5, 2013
We are greatly saddened by Joe's unexpected death. We warmly remember Sunday dinners with Joe and all the HHS friends, he was a regular at our house, there was so much fun and laughter. We thought the world of him a great guy and like a son. Words seem inadequate to express the sadness we feel. Our hearts go out to you his family in this time of sorrow and loss.
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Monday, February 4, 2013
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Deep condolences from a member of the Longwood "extended" family.... Our hearts and prayers are with Joe...and with his family in their deep loss.
God bless you and keep you all,
Susan Infeld
Reston, Va
Mother of Kate Metz, MIL of Trey Metz
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Josh O'Neill posted a condolence
Monday, February 4, 2013
Ha! Joe was no angle but what a good friend. At a time in my life I was not happy I spent the weekend with him and Monday moring my stomach hurt so bad from laughing. He could tell you the truth and make you feel better at the same time. You will be missed buddy.
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Michael Aussey posted a condolence
Monday, February 4, 2013
Joe,
I just wanted to thank you for all the laughs and memories, you will always be in our memories
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Kate Pilvelait Burge posted a condolence
Monday, February 4, 2013
I hadn't seen or spoken to Joe in several years, and I am so sad to hear the news of his passing. In the years I was close to him, I knew Joe as one of the most genuine and caring people I have ever known. This was evident through his years as a teacher and other work with children, as well as everyday interactions with friends, co-workers, strangers even. Joe was truly interested in the well-being of others, and he would do anything he could to help and take care of those around him. I have no doubt he has already re-connected with those that went before him, and is lending a helping hand or an ear to listen when needed.
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Viera posted a condolence
Monday, February 4, 2013
Joe, was one of the few guys that kept me going during the hardest times of pledging. He ended up being my big bro and I couldn't have been more happy with the pairing. He was such an honest, caring person with a HUGE heart. He never asked how you were doing with out you knowing/feeling that he really wanted and cared to know. I'll miss you Nilla!
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Mike Gifford posted a condolence
Monday, February 4, 2013
I lived with joe my freshman year at the wood! Joe and I were opposite people but hit it off. The one thing about joe how loyal he was he really would give the shirt off his back for you. I was arrested one month into school and who organized the guys to come get me out of jail? This guy I barely knew, joe! Fun days and nights at the wood! Then we worked at Merritt academy summer camp together. We were at an end of the year graduation for the kids and I friend of mine named Jackie was being stalked by some one and needed to hide. I told her to hang with joe. From then on they were not seen without each other. We had fun times together at work and hanging out at UNOS or Greveys! I had not seen joe for a few years but often thought about him. I am sorry to lose joe. A great friend who was loyal to the end. Rest in ultimate peace brother!
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Tracy Courter posted a condolence
Monday, February 4, 2013
Joe and I became friends in our last couple of years at Longwood. He never failed me when it came to going out or preparing for an exam. In true Longwood style we always chose to go out. We had many chats about life and that friendship continued well after graduated. Anytime Joe thought that a girl he was dating was worth keeping around he would bring her to dinner at our house. I loved that tradition of ours. Not that he ever listened but it still meant a lot to me that he cared what I thought. One of my favorite memories of Joe was when he decided that HE was going to cook us dinner. He introduced us to gnocchi. I still laugh at the memory because Joe's gnocchi was more like cheese gravy with gnocchi floating in it. It was a solid effort on his part! Joe, it's still hard to grasp that we won't be seeing you for awhile but I know we will see you again! Until then, rest in peace my friend.
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