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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Andres
Rose Waibel
December 18, 2021
Another anniversary of Joe’s death is coming up. Even though I had only met Joe twice I still think about him til this day! I have a picture of him on my refrigerator. So I can remember what his service to our country means. He gave his life too keep us safe. God bless his family and friends .
December 24, 2018
Miss you
Kathy Nyetrae
September 5, 2018
We think of Joe and all of you whenever we read of a soldier who has given life for our freedom. Although it has been years since we have been in contact, you remain in our heart.
Kathy & John Nyetrae
Charles Gili
September 4, 2018
Hello,
We realize that we are very late to express our deepest condolences, but we wanted to let your family and friends know that we will be sending Care Packages to deployed troops this week and we'll be dedicating several of these to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo and the hometown of Joseph J. Andres Jr. US Army Master Sergeant. We realize that this is a small tribute, but we do this with all respect and sincerity and we want you to know that it is made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals from across the American youth hockey community. We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you safe and strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of our US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
Jay and Annmarie McKenna
December 25, 2015
Forever in our hearts. We miss you everyday.
December 24, 2015
This entry is in memory and honor of Joe on the 10th anniversary of his passing.
Chris Chaney
March 18, 2015
I knew Joe during our time at the University of Cincinnati. He was such a genuinely kind, positive and happy person. I will always remember Joe and his ultimate sacrifice for freedom in the world.
Seapigs (across the hall from Joe's team)
Doug Peterson
August 16, 2014
Joe was honored today in Charleston, IL, at "Run for the Fallen." Last year, a young ROTC cadet ran for Joe. I told that young man several stories about Joe; my favorite memory is hearing the heavy crunch of footsteps in the gravel behind me…not many passed me in those days, and Joe was bigger than me…I remember Joe's grin as he ran past, and gave a little wave. Mike is now a Second Lieutenant, and I believe he will be following Joe's career path; he honored Joe's name on that run, and I believe Joe would be proud of Mike's dedication to serving his country. Mike has a lot to live up to. God speed, Joe, you are remembered.
Jay McKenna
December 28, 2013
Always in our thoughts and prayers.
Sandra Cotton
December 26, 2013
Dear Andres family,
Each Christmas Eve since serving in Iraq 2005, has not gone by without remembering the patriot detail I was privileged to serve on in which your son's body was carried onto a C130 to begin his journey home... I never had the chance to meet him in life. From many of the posts here he sounds like an amazing son. Certain not a day goes by that your hearts will always ache for his passing. Know this fellow Buckeye was there with many others, your son was not alone, even as he left Balad, Iraq. Thank you and may God bless each of you as you mark another year sans Joe. LtCol (R) Sandra Cotton, USAF
Kathy Nyetrae
May 26, 2013
We remember. Grateful always.
Loving thoughts
John Allen & Kathy
LTC(R) Kyle Warren
May 25, 2013
Remembering that day in 2005 and living today because of the sacrifice of men like "MSG"
Viki
December 23, 2012
I am forever grateful for the time I had with Joe, and will always miss his jokes and smile. He told me he worked at K-Mart as a cart chaser when we first met. Ha, little did I know.
Peggy Childers
December 13, 2012
December 24, 2012
To the family and friends of Master Sgt. Joseph J. Andres:
Always remembering Joseph. "Some gave all."
April 27, 2012
I still shed tears for all those such as MSGT Andres who were so proud and dedicated. I pray for him and his family who must carry on in spite of their pain. God Bless.
Jay McKenna
December 25, 2011
We will always remember Joe. He lives in our hearts forever.
Peggy Childers
December 24, 2011
To the family and friends of Master Sgt. Joseph J. Andres:
Please accept my remembrance of Joseph on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Julio Rodriguez
August 31, 2011
To the families of our American Heroes,
I want to thank each of you for your personal
sacrifices on behalf of my family and America.
May God comfort your souls and bring peace in
your hearts that your loss is not in vain.
God Bless our valiant warriors families in the
ages to come.
RIP courageous ones!
Psalm 25:20
A greatful Veteran
MSgt USAF (Ret)
Vietnam 64,65,66,68-69
Carol S
May 30, 2011
I did not know Joseph but was in Balad when he died. He is a real hero and this country is forever grateful for his service. I visit Arlington cemetary often and always stop to pray for Joseph. Thank you for raising such a beautiful, kind and loving person.
Elizabeth Raab
January 15, 2011
Your legacy will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew you and shared in your struggle to protect our country and the ultimate sacrifice you gave so that we can be grateful for what we have. Your family, friends, loved ones and fellow soldiers will stay in my thoughts and prayers.
A Proud Military Mom.
Peggy Childers
December 24, 2010
To the family and friends of Master Sgt. Joseph J. Andres:
Remembering Joseph on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Rosemary Lenc
December 27, 2009
Dear Andres Family,
I remember how our Church family remembered Joseph when he died. I am a member of the handbell choir and each time I rang the handbells this past Christmas holiday, I offered it to help those who suffer lost and illness. I hope it helps to know that the St. Columbkille Church community remember you in our prayers.
Donna Gillette
December 26, 2009
On this day and with each day that we enjoy our freedom, I would like to give thanks and let you know that I do not take our troops for granted. May you experience God when you feel your loss.
SP4 Nilburn Stepp
December 24, 2009
Happy holiday, I know this is the hardest holiday of the year for all that knew Joseph. Tomorrow when my family is togather we will remember two America Hero's that where taken from their families on Christmas eve. Joseph 2005 and Sgt. Benjamin A. Biskie 2003. We will celebrate Christmas with a heavey heart also, this is a freedom we have because of all Military Vetrans around the World. Life is a wonderful gift and that gift you gave to America. I want to thank you Joseph and your family for my gift of Freedom.
Peggy Childers
December 24, 2009
To the parents of Master Sgt. Joseph J. Andres:
I know your pain
I know your sorrow
It feels as though there's no tomorrow
It's Christmastime
Your child is gone
But know that from the great beyond
He's watching you
And is so proud
Wanting you to sing strong and loud
Allow this Christmas season in
So loving life can begin again.
Michael Lehman
August 6, 2009
Mr. and Mrs. Andres,
I spent five years in the Navy safe stateside, doing my part. People would stop me when I was in uniform and say "Thank you for your service" and it embarrassed me a little, because I knew that there were many like Joe, who did so much more and gave so much more. Now that I am a civilian, I miss that feeling of being part of something bigger, something with deep meaning. Most of all, I miss being part of the team that served people like Joe. As a parent, I can't imagine your loss, but please know that he is remembered by many.
Valerie Shaffer
May 15, 2009
Joe was a true Warrior. The Best of the best. I remember him.
Kenna Larra
May 13, 2009
”Honor and Remember” - “Project Compassion” We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families of our fallen heroes. War does not discriminate – It breaks our hearts to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,450 portraits have been completed and shipped to the parents and or spouse - at no cost as this is a gift from one American to another!
Contact us directly at [email protected] or go to www.heropaintings.com . If you have already had a portrait completed, we pray that you are enjoying the portrait and God Bless You.
Sincerely and Respectfully,
Kenna
Gunny Craig
March 2, 2009
Semper Fi soldier! THANK YOU for your precious sacrifice!
In Memory of Joseph ~ (Debra Estep)
January 1, 2009
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.
The Wind on The Downs
“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”
(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )
Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….
“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”
I did not know Jason, but I am remembering
his service and sacrifice. He is my hero. !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
The Other Side –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep - Aleandri
Twinsburg, Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
Rosemary Lenc
December 26, 2008
Mr.& Mrs. Andres,
As I played the handbells at the 10:00 PM Mass on the Vigil at St. Columbkille, I remembered Joseph and your family in my prayers. May you know that I appreciate all the soldiers who have worked so hard to give us peace. God bless you!
Lenard Lontoc
December 26, 2008
Remembering you Joe ALWAYS...everyday.
Peggy Childers
December 24, 2008
To the family of Master Sgt. Joseph J. Andres:
Joseph gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
The Summit Choral Society
November 1, 2008
In Remembrance, a tribute concert for Sgt. Joseph Andres Jr. on Nov. 7, 2008 in Akron, Ohio.
Join the Summit Choral Society on Saturday, November 8 at 7:30 p.m. at historic St. Bernard Church in downtown Akron as the Masterworks Chorale presents "In Remembrance" -- a concert combining the powers of music and art to remember and pay tribute to Northeast Ohio's service men and women who have lost their lives in Iraq and Afghanistan. Portrait artist William Rollins will display the portraits he has drawn of these soldiers as a personal tribute to each man and woman. The families of these fallen heroes have been personally invited to attend this memorial concert with a place of honor in the audience.
For more information, visit http://www.summitchoralsociety.org
May 18, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Master Sgt Andres!
Ken
March 16, 2008
Your family member made the ultimate sacrifice for all of us, without even knowing us. My prayers are with your family.
Len Lontoc
December 25, 2007
In memory of you Joe. God Bless You as you have touched my life and all of our lives in uncountable ways. Every day we are blessed with the thought of you!
Debbie , Kenny Coffey
December 24, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers out to the ANDRES family.Knowing now what they have always known is one of many reasons that our HERO[ES] shall NEVER be forgotten.Rest well brother as prommissed that star spangled banner shall FOREVER wave.Your name stamped in steel shall be FOREVER clutched in the tallons,as your spirit FOREVER soars high in the skies in the symbol of our great nation.THANK..YOU..HO..YAAH..B.V.C.
October 3, 2007
To a hero:
THANK YOU so much for all that you have done. You were truly a angel on earth.My sympanthy to the whole family. And thank you for allowing us to contiune to have this freedom that we get to enjoy each and every day. For every fallen soldier there is a star in the heavens and I will countiune to bow my head and pray.
R.I.P Angel
Baby Joe
Tim Vojta
August 16, 2007
I wanted to share a photo of my son. My wife and I decided to name him Joe in honor of our friend. DOB 5-8-07
August 16, 2007
There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.
Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.
I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.
REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
July 24, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Master Sgt Andres and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! It is especially sad to lose someone from the Cleveland area. May God bless all of you!!
Todd Andres
May 29, 2007
I have a son named Joseph Andres. He is 9 years old. I showed him this website. He promises to wear the name with renewed honor.
Denise Hutton
March 18, 2007
Dear Joe and Sandy: I had the opportunity to be at Arlington on 3/11/07 with my son and his 8th grade class. I was pleased that I had the time to go off on my own and spend some time at Joe's grave. I met a mom of another soldier there and together we said a prayer for both young men. I keep you and Joe in my daily prayers remembering your loss and his honor. I am proud knowing he is part of my family. God Bless you both.
(Daughter of Bob and Rose Frindt)
DAN COLONDONA
February 18, 2007
DEAR MR AND MRS ANDRES,JOE AND YOUR FAMILY ARE ALWAYS IN MY PRAYERS.FOR HAVING KNOWN JOE IM A BETTER PERSON.HE WAS A GREAT AMERICAN AND SOLDIER.MAY GOD BLESS JOE AND ALL OUR FALLEN WARRIORS WHO NOW SERVE IN GODS ARMY.
Lee Lontoc
January 15, 2007
Mr. and Mrs. Andres, I don't think I ever signed this guest book. Know that you're always in my prayers and if there is ANYTHING I can do for you, please let me, Len or Lorna know.
Garnet Jenkins
December 23, 2006
With the holidays upon us, as well as the first anniversary of the day Master Sgt. Joseph J. Andres gave his life for our Country and for Freedom. It is my honor to remember this Brave Young Soldier.
May he, rest safely in God's Loving Care and know that he is a True American hero, that shall Never Be Forgotten.
May the Peace of the Lord continue to be with the Andres family.
There will never be enough ways, to humbly thank these Heroes, for their Supreme Sacrifice, my brother among them. KIA-Vietnam 12/6/67.
"And God shall wipe away every tear from their eyes,
there shall be no more death,
nor sorrow, nor crying,
there shall be no more pain.
For the former things have have passed away."
Revelations 21:4
May you find peace in knowing the love and memories you have of Joseph, will remain in your heart forever and that this Country remembers his sacrifice.
I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Len Lontoc
December 14, 2006
My family and I remember Joe as he has always been: sweet, kind, gentle, sincere, strong, always a pleasure to be around, and always the guy that you always imagine the best for. I remember very vividly walking home with Joe from the bus stop from grade school, playing in the woods behind our house, watching Joe grow up. Joe is, to me, like the footprints poem. He has carried a special part all of us when we least knew it was happening. God Bless You Forever and you'll always exemplify a call to action in everything we say and do. You are with us everyday!!
Karen Wodowski-Srodawa
December 13, 2006
You will not be forgotten.
Anonymous
November 20, 2006
At this time of year, it is for us, the beneficiaries of the noble work that Joseph and his fellow soldiers did, to be thankful. We will always be in his debt. We thank you, Joseph, for your service and your sacrifice. We thank his parents and his loving family for being part of the life of such an American hero. God bless you all!
ROBYN GARSIDE
May 9, 2006
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES. PLEASE KNOW THAT YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.
A MARINE MOM
Tom
April 22, 2006
To Joseph and Sandra Andres. I met you at Arlington National Cemetery while you were visiting your dear son Joseph I believe you said on his birthday. I took some pictures and promised to send them to you. Please when you are ready e mail me and I would be honored to e mail them to you. After you left I spent some time with Joseph and when I saw the bag of candy that you left I cried for your loss of such a fine hero. Know that Joseph will never be forgotten.
Much love to you.
Tom
Travis Dewitt
March 31, 2006
Mr. and Mrs. Andres I cannot express to you in words the sinking feeling that I had when I read of your loss. I had the honor of serving with Joe from the first day of basic training through AIT. At the time we both had dreams of becoming Special Forces Medics and doing great things for our country. I was amazed when I ran into him in SF training years later. I cannot think of a better man to set the example of a true hero. I am truly sorry that I just recently heard of your loss and was unable to attend Joe's funeral. A soldier like your son is diserving of the highest military honors. I am taking my family to DC soon and I plan to spend the time at Arlington so I can take my sons to the final resting spot of a great American that their father had the honor of knowing. Again I send to you my deepest simpathy and know that you are in my families prayers
Jim
February 25, 2006
Mr and Mrs Andres and family. Not a day will go by that we do not remember Joe and his sacrifice. We are better men for having known him and you all will be in our prayers daily. God bless you!
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
February 22, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Andres family in the loss of Joseph. I did not know Joseph, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. You are a hero and you will never be forgotten.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom
To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~
James Boskovitch
February 2, 2006
Mr.& Mrs. Andres ~ Family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your son Joe. He is a hero to all of us and another "real" role model to pattern ourselves after. Although this is an extremely difficult time for both of you, and your family, please know that Joe died doing something he was passionate about and believed strongly in. He was an expert at his job and clearly part of a group which is the amoung the best of the best. Few of us know this feeling. His sacrifice and of those like Joe have shaped this country and allowed us the liberty and freedoms we all enjoy today. With admiration and deep respect, James Boskovitch, father of U.S. Marine sniper Jeff Boskovitch killed in action (Haditha Iraq)8/1/05.
Miechelle (Luna) Javitch
January 30, 2006
Dearest Andres Family -
Although it has been over 20 years since I last saw Joe, when were classmates at St. Columbkille, I was still deeply saddened upon hearing of his death. I remember Joe as being one of the nice guys who always had a smile on his face. Now, I will add the title "Hero" to that memory.
Our prayers are with you and with Joe. May God grant you peace.
Melanie (Reckman) Gourzis
January 26, 2006
To The Andres Family:
I was deeply saddened by the news of your loss. I did not know Joe personally, but I was a friend of Sharon all thoughout grade school at St. Columbkille so I knew him through her. Having lost a sibling myself, I can relate to how you must feel...but losing him in the line of duty makes me honored to even know your family. Sending kisses in the wind in hopes they will aid your healing hearts.
Tim Virostek
January 25, 2006
It was a complete shock to me to learn of Joe's passing by watching the news when I went home for the Holidays to visit my parents. I have wonderful memories of Joe and I riding dirt bikes in his backyard,playing on the same baseball team, and hanging out in gradeschool. I havent seen Joe in quite a few years, but to realize the accomplishments he made, and the man he became, would made anyone proud! God Bless you Joe! Thank you for the memories ....
Michael DeMarco
January 21, 2006
Joe, sorry to hear about Joe jr. My brother had told me of what he was doing with himself- you must be very proud.
Mike DeMarco
Lindsey Medina
January 17, 2006
My deepest sympathy's go out to the Andres family.
Viki Leefers
January 16, 2006
Joe was a close friend to me and for the time we had together I will never forget. He died doing what he loved, and what he fought very hard to become. He was the consumante soldier, fast friend, and someone whom I could count on no matter what. I will love him always.
Viki
Seon Jones
January 12, 2006
To anyone who never had the opportunity to meet Jo-Jo that was a great lost. Joe was one of the most wonderful people, I have ever met, the kind of friend you knew you could always count on for the big things as well as the small. If I ever needed to talk or some advice he was always there, he was a great friend that I will never forget. My deepest sympathy goes out to the Andres family, I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Even if Joe hadn't told me what a great family he came from I would have known just by the kind of person he was.
"Abbigail"
Christina Mason
January 11, 2006
I keep hoping this is just a dream. Joe is a great guy. Every time I broke my computer he would be there to fix it. When I had my tonsils out he was the one to bring me ice cream. Just a few months ago he told me about his new house. I was going to help him unpack in January. I'll miss him tremendously. I'm very sorry for your loss and I share in your sorrow.
Michael Stutz
January 10, 2006
Joe,
To anyone who would ever hear the half of it, our time together over years long gone sounds like a giant roll call of the idylls of youth: scouting, fishing, swimming, biking, the autumn football games, camping at the lake, our first band, that double-date to the ice cream stand, mopeds, modeming, skateboarding, shooting rifles, exploring the woods, riding in the Triumph Spitfire, wandering out among the Erie islands---
But today what I remember most is one brief moment on our eighth grade field trip to Washington, where you stood next to me at Arlington. We paid our respects and thought of the long glory of the nation and for just a moment everything was quiet. In my heart I stand by you there again, but you are suddenly a whole lot taller and I am looking up to you.
I salute you, pal.
Vangi & mcKaLyne Lunsford
January 10, 2006
Psalm 23
1
The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want.
2
He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters,
3
He restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake.
4
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.
5
You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.
6
Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.
This is a verse that I have found to be comforting to me during my husbands death. Remember that when it seems that no one else is round, God is still there with you! And he will be your rock!
My daughter,McKaLyne, and I send our heartfelt sympathy for your loss! God Bless this warrior, God Bless those whom serve freedom's cause! They are our true HERO's!!!!
If you need anything, please feel free to contact me!!!
Wife & Daughter of the Late
Sgt. Audrey Daron Lunsford
KIA May 23, 2005
Dawn Schultz(nee Fisher)
January 9, 2006
My heart goes out to all of you. I did not Joe, but went to school with Chris. My husband is also a Special Operations soldier deployed to Iraq & we are stationed at Ft. Bragg. It was upon notification of another death of one of my husband's soldiers (CPL Tony Lutz - 12/29) that I heard of your loss. I want all you to know how deeply the entire Special Operations community has been affected & from the stories that I have heard Joe will be greatly missed. You raised a wonderful son & because of you he chose to make a difference in the world & gave his life for that belief.
Pam Adams
January 9, 2006
To the family of Master Sgt. Joseph J. Andres,
Having just lost our Hero on 12/1 to this war, I know firsthand there are no words to make things better. Just know you are not alone and my heart, thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this. God Bless this courageous Hero and the sacrifice he, too, has made for his country and us.
Pam Adams (SFC Brent Adams, KIA 12/1)
Kathe Kriz (Pasal)
January 9, 2006
My Sincerest sympathy to the Andres Family,
I went to school with Joe. My parents still live in Joe's hometown of Seven Hills. The entire city had flags flying in Joe's honor. I too had a flag flying off my porch. When my younger children asked why our flag was up I tried explaining the concept of a war to them. Although they probably didn't understand I hope I at least taught them a new respect for our flag. Everytime it flies we will think of you Joe. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
SSgt Jami P
January 7, 2006
Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of this brave young man. The entire family will remain in our prayers.
John Draper
January 6, 2006
To the family of Joseph J. Andres, Jr.
Our deepest sympathy to all of you during this difficult time. May the cherished memories of your son and brother sustain you in your grief. He was a great American.
~ The Bloxsoms
January 6, 2006
We offer our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Master Sgt. Andres. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
To Master Sgt. Andres: Thank you for your sacrifice brave soldier. You are a hero and will NEVER be forgotten.
Jodi Polz-Kirk
January 5, 2006
Maureen and Family,
I was so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts are with you during this time.
Jodi Polz-Kirk
CPT David Holtz, USA
January 5, 2006
Andres Family,
I never knew Joe but feel some connection to him through our common service in Iraq. Please know that Joe is with God and that this Nation is forever indebted to his selfless service.
Diane Mills
January 5, 2006
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Andres;
Our sincerest condolences on the loss of your son. May God keep you all in his care. The Mills Family. Seven Hills, ohio
Tim Lewandowski
January 5, 2006
Mr. & Mrs. Andres,
Please accept my condolences on the loss of Joe. We were good friends in grade school at St. Columbkille. We worked on projects together, played football and always had fun riding dirt bikes. Enough cannot be said about what Joe did for his country. May God be with you and your entire family to help give you strength during this difficult time.
Jerry Spooner
January 5, 2006
Dear Joe, Sr. and Family,
Although I never had the opportunity to meet your son, my deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. I recently lost my brother and I know how difficult dealing with the loss of a loved one can be. I am forever grateful to those that serve our country and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Bob "Tater" Smith
January 5, 2006
I did not know Joe, but have known many like him,, those that have given the ultimate price for us. As a Viet Nam Era USAF Veteran, I understand the meaning of serving your country, no matter what it takes. Joe understood this cost, and served with distinction. He will live forever in the hearts of those that knew him. You see, us Veterans have a saying, NEVER FORGET. That is the greatest of respects, that he always be remembered. And be remembered as a guardian of our freedoms and rights. I have read the guestbook here, and Joe must have been a really great person. He has touched many. He is a credit to the Army, his family, other veterans, and his country.
Thank you soldier, you have done us all proud. Rest in Peace my Brother.
American Legion Rider/ Patriot Guard
Michael Lehman
January 4, 2006
Mr. and Mrs. Andres,
I was deeply saddened by news of Joe's death. From St. Columbkille's and Cub Scouts to Padua and the wrestling team, I always remembered Joe as a really nice guy. As evidenced by the few details of his remarkable career in the Army, he obviously grew into an honorable man and a warrior. I can tell from his rank and his chest full of ribbons, he did all the difficult things our country asked of him and showed himself to be worthy of a position of leadership among the United States' toughest and bravest.
I proudly serve those heroes who put themselves in harm's way every day. Little did I know that I grew up next to one of the finest.
Sincerely,
LCDR Michael Lehman, MC, USNR
Jennifer Fintz
January 4, 2006
To the Andres Family,
Though I never met Joe, I do have the priviledge of knowing his sister Christine. As a fellow American and Family member of many service men and women, some serving now in Iraq, my heart goes out to all of you, May God bring you peace and love. I am so proud of the work of all of our service men and woman. God Bless you Christine.
The Fossa Family
January 4, 2006
Dear Andres Family,
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your son. Thank you Joseph for serving our country. May you rest in peace.
Our Prayers and Thoughts are with you at this time.
Mark Smeraldi
January 4, 2006
To Joe, Sr. and Mrs. Andres,
Please accept my condolences and sympathy for your loss. Joe, you and I have known each other for well over 20 years, and even though I never had occasion to meet your son, I felt that I did know him a little thru your infrequent discussions about him and his Army travels. I figured that as long as he was a "chip off the old block", then he was ahead of the game. I have always held admiration for him due to his decision to make the military his career, especially in today's world, as well as the success he had attained. Being ex-military myself, I hold him, you, and your family in the highest regard for making the ultimate sacrifice in the defense of what our country stands for. God Bless you all.
Brian Madden
January 4, 2006
I was very lucky to have known Joe from St.Columbkille, and Padua High School. He is one of few people that I only have happy memories of. I could talk for hours just telling "Joe stories" about playing football at John Glenn, playing Seven Hills Baseball, sled riding, fishing, swimming, and playing basketball in my back yard, riding bikes in the rock quarry, riding the bus together almost every day, and writing "Cleveland Browns Songs" in hopes of getting them played on the radio! He is missed, more than words can ever say. I think of him everyday, and even though I miss him it usually makes me smile-just to think about him. He was a great friend and is a true hero! May the Lord strengthen your family in your time of need. And may God Bless America.
January 4, 2006
Thank you for your selfless sacrifice for our country. My deepest condolences go out to the family.
Carrie
January 4, 2006
To the Andres Family,
My heart goes out to the entire family hearing of this news. I will be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers as I have always done throughout the years. I remember Joe only from when we were both very young, we spent countless hours together during get- togethers here in Ohio or in Florida visiting grandma & grandpa for birthdays and holidays, although most of my time was spent with Maureen because we were the same age. Although I can't be there at this time, I will be remembering Joe and I will feel so proud of him and the sacrifice he has made for our country. My love to everyone.
Love,
Daniel R Boskovitch
January 4, 2006
Dear Andress Family
With Our Sincere Condolences to Your family in the loss of Your son Joseph.Please God sustain this wonderful family who gave so much in order that we continue our freedom in peace.
Our family knows the hurt as we have lost our loved one in Aug ist.Know that God is with us.JMJ Protect this family who gave so much.Love and Prayers are with You.
God Bless You.
Daniel and Barbara Grand parents of Cpl. jeffrey A Boskovitch USMC
A Fellow Special Forces Family Member
January 4, 2006
Condolences to the Andres family. We share your grief. Joe is in our thoughts and prayers and so are you. A loved one never leaves, they just leave a legacy and many memories. He gave the ultimate sacrifice, his life, in serving our country. The group of men he served with are some of the most courageous and talented, may they all be in our prayers with Joe looking on upon them so that they may go on.
Glenda Wilder
January 4, 2006
Dear Christine,
I would like to express my deepest sympathy to you and your family in this time of sorrow. I will keep you, your family and Joe in my thoughts and prayers. What a true Hero he is. God Bless all of you. Glenda
An American
January 4, 2006
Sincere sympathy to the family and friends of this courageous young man. I truly honor and respect the dedication of those who serve in our armed forces, and am sorry whenever one of them pays the ultimate price.
Ranier Ng
January 4, 2006
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Andres and Family,
I would like to express my deepest condolences to you. I was deeply saddened when I heard the news of Joe's death. Joe and I were classmates and friends during grade school and high school. Whether it was skateboarding, playing football, or just hanging out, I will always remember the good times we had together with our other friends. Joe was a good-natured and strong-willed person and I'm grateful to have known him. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless.
Sincerely,
Linda Lenc
January 3, 2006
Dear Andres family,
I went to school with Joe, both at St. Columbkille and Padua. Although he was a year ahead of me and I did not know him well, I remember his musical contributions to the Symphonic Band and Orchestra. He was very talented. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Darren Mieskoski
January 3, 2006
Joe,
Thank you for the service and ultimate sacrifice you have made in the name of freedom. You are a true hero. Rest in peace and God bless America.
Kara (Tilisky) Rees
January 3, 2006
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Andres & family,
I was deeply saddened to hear the news of Joe's untimely death. I was a classmate of his both at St. Columbkille and Padua. We spent many years in band together and I remember him as being friendly, good-natured, and with a smile almost always on his face. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of you in this time of sorrow.
Ron Enochs
January 3, 2006
Jackie and I were very saddend by the news of the loss of Joe. We know how proud you were of him. There are no words that can be said to give you comfort at a time like this. Just know that we have you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. Let us know if you need our help in any way. We are just a phone call away.
Linda
January 3, 2006
Our loss and Heaven's gain. Thank you for being so brave and thinking of others first. I never met you or your family but you are in my prayers. God Bless You and your family.
amy (karliak) kazanowski
January 3, 2006
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Andres,
We never met, but I was friends with Joe in high school. We were introduced to each other through mutual friends (Linda & Steve Leneghan) and I took your son to my senior prom...I had the best-looking date there! Your son was a perfect gentleman. He was a smart, kind & funny boy & I am so lucky to have shared such a special event in my life with him. I am so truly sorry for your loss. I am praying for you & your family at this extremely difficult time. God bless...
Beth (Klocek) Brown
January 3, 2006
To the Andres family, my deepest sympathy is with you during this time of loss. I was a classmate of Maureen's at St. Columbkille and knew Joe through her. May memories of Joe bring you comfort and peace. God bless you.
Lorna (Lontoc) Short
January 3, 2006
Dearest Mr. and Mrs. Andres, Debbie, Pam, Chrissy, Maureen and Sharon:
Our most heartfelt sympathy to all of you. We were so deeply saddened when we heard the news about Joe. He was a courageous young man with a real passion for the job he was doing. Thank you, Joe, for believing in what you were fighting for and for fighting for what you believed in. You and your family remain in our prayers. May God bless all of you.
Love, Lorna
Kevin O'Donnell
January 3, 2006
Dear Christine & Andres Family,
I was saddened by the news of the loss of your brother & son Joe. My sincere condolensces goes out to you and your family. As a father of two young boys, I can never repay Joe and your family for the sacrifice he and you have made to keep my two boys from harms way. My heart goes out to you and your family.
Danielle Bumpers
January 3, 2006
Andres Family,
I offer my sincere condolences on the passing of Joe. I knew Joe through his cousin and my best friend, Janine Dellinger. Please know you are in my prayers at this time.
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