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Joseph Ford Obituary
Joe enlisted in the Indiana Army National Guard as an 11 Bravo Infantry soldier assigned to Bravo Troop First Battalion 152nd Cavalry. Serving in Iraq since March 20, 2008, in Bravo Troop as a gunner, he was posthumously promoted as Sergeant and awarded the Bronze Star. He was qualified as an expert gunner at Fort Stewart.
Joe was a history major at USI and participated in ROTC for 3 years. He was an avid reader, devouring books on ancient Greek, Roman, and military history. Joe took fencing classes in high school.
He is survived by his wife, Karen Christina (Grimm) Ford of New Albany, formerly of Evansville; parents, Samuel Harlan Ford and Dalarie Ford of Knox, Indiana; brother, Matthew Ford of Knox, Indiana; sister, Abbey Ambrose and husband, Brian, of Plymouth, Indiana; his grandparents, Orvil and Loretta Slone of Lima, Ohio, and Sadie Ford of Wellston, Ohio; and his pet cats, Ragamuffin and Aramina.
Visitation will be Monday, May 19, 2008, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Ziemer Funeral Home Central Chapel, 626 N. First Ave., for family and friends. A public memorial service will be held from 10 a.m. to noon Tuesday, May 20, 2008, at the Indiana National Guard Armory on the Lloyd Expressway. A military service will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Ziemer Central Chapel for family and friends.
Memorial contributions may be made to Family Readiness Group of New Albany for support of deployed families.
Condolences may be made to the family online at www.ziemerfuneralhome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Ford
May 4, 2018
Will never forget you brother. We tried that night. Forgive us. Till Valhalla
Abbey Ambrose
April 8, 2016
Miss you Joey. You should see Noah, he looks so much like you. He is sweet like you to. He takes care of me the way you used to. I'm sure you would have loved these babies like your own.
XOXO
Marcia Grimm
August 10, 2014
Thinking of you Joe as my son Andrew enters kindergarten. Unfortunately, he never had the chance to meet you as he was born almost a year to the date after your passing. My heart aches a little as my son is taking another step in life and beginning school. I think about all the things you never had the opportunity to do in your short time here and that makes my heart ache. You will always be remembered by me through my son Andrew Jourdan. I gave him your middle name because there could never be another Joe. You will always be missed and remembered by me and I will think of you always as my son, your nephew that you never met, grows up. I also want to Thank you for making my sister so happy in the short time you had together. She always had a smile on her face. Miss you Joe!!
Peggy Childers
May 10, 2013
To the family and friends of Spc. Joseph A. Ford:
It has truly been my honor to sign Joseph's guest book these past few years. Unfortunately, due to complications from my Multiple Sclerosis, this may be the last message I'm able to write. Please forgive me and know that Joseph will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy
March 12, 2013
Another ruff day.
March 10, 2013
In memory and honor of Joseph Ford.
Peggy Childers
May 10, 2012
To the family and friends of Spc. Joseph A. Ford:
Always remembering Joseph. "Some gave all."
Dalarie Ford
August 14, 2011
I would like to thank you Vilka Tzouras. Also I would like to that Frankie Cuadra. The picture is so wonderful!! He is a man of so many talents. Words do not seem to be enough.
Thank You
From the Ford family
Vilka Tzouras
August 2, 2011
My name is Vilka Tzouras and I would like to extend my sincerest condolences to the family and friends of Spc. Joseph A. Ford for their loss. I am writing on behalf of Frankie Cuadra who has painted a portrait of Joseph in honor of his memory. We are looking to ship the portrait to his family but don't have an address. If you know their address, please contact us at [email protected] so that his portrait can go home. You can find an article on Frankie and his tribute to fallen soldier's here: http://bit.ly/jwRQZn
Peggy Childers
May 10, 2011
To the family and friends of Spc. Joseph A. Ford:
Please accept my remembrance of Joseph on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Dalarie Ford
May 19, 2010
very hard month...never forgotten
~mom
Peggy Childers
May 11, 2010
To the family and friends of Spc. Joseph A. Ford:
Remembering Joseph on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
1LT Brian Foster
May 25, 2009
Rest in peace, SGT Ford.
We'll never forget you and your sacrifice.
Peggy Childers
May 10, 2009
To the family of Spc. Joseph A. Ford:
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
Cozette Haggerty
February 26, 2009
Re: SPC Joseph Andrew Ford
Hello,
I represent PRAYER SHAWLS 4 FALLEN SOLDIERS (PS4FS), an organization that since October 2007 has sent over 2,700 prayer shawls to military families who have lost a loved one. We are an organization of over 238 groups from all over the country. We make every effort to reach families even when post cards are returned after they have moved. Would you kindly send me a contact email/address so that we may send a prayer shawl to the family? Thank you!
Cozette Haggerty, Prayer Shawls 4 Fallen Soldiers
Email: [email protected]
Website Address: http://webpages.charter.net/ps4fs/shawls
Stephanie Rafoss
February 5, 2009
Prayer for Peace
Lord, make me an instrument of your peace;
Where there is hatred, let me sow love;
Where there is injury, pardon;
Where there is doubt, faith;
Where there is despair, hope;
Where there is darkness, light;
And where there is sadness, joy.
O Divine Master,
Grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;
To be understood, as to understand;
To be loved, as to love;
For it is in giving that we receive,
It is in pardoning that we are pardoned,
And it is in dying that we are born to eternal life.
Amen
T Starman
January 9, 2009
I offer my deepest condolences for your loss
Kenna Larra
November 22, 2008
FREE OIL ON CANVAS PAINTING OF THIS HERO. COMPLETE FORM AT WWW.HEROPAINTINGS.COM
We love our Soldiers! This is a Nonprofit Organization to honor are Soldiers!
Please contact us! Contact us directly at [email protected] or go to www.heropaintings.com. If you have already had a portrait completed, please disregard.
Sincerely,
Kenna
Joey Fleury
August 11, 2008
I am very sorry for your loss and I will keep your family in my prayers.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
July 21, 2008
My heartfelt sympathy to the Ford family and friends 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. My heart was touched by the many wonderful/beautiful things written about you. Joseph you are my 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~
Joshua Chun
July 15, 2008
We will miss you always, (SGT) Ford. It is still difficult for me to accept what happened. I remember you in the ROTC program, and the last time I saw you- when I found out that you lived in the same apartment complex as me (last year). I will never forget you and the impact that you had on my life. Rest in peace.
July 12, 2008
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Spc Ford and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
July 12, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Spc Ford!
Becky Coy
June 30, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and we thank god everyday for brave men & women like your soldier for defending our country. We are building a wall in honor of all those who have lost their lives in Iraq & Afghanistan. It's called Wall of Heroes. If you would like more information please contact me at [email protected].
debbi rivers
June 26, 2008
To the family and parents of Joseph I want you to know that you are not alone in the grief you are feeling. I too know what you are going through and what you will go through in the coming weeks and months ahead. You will have many questions as to why? You will have many things to get ready or go through and that should be done in time. Sometimes it just can’t be faced and that’s ok, for you will know when the time is right for you. There is no right or wrong way to grieve it’s an individual journey that unfortunately we now have to take. I ask that God give the comfort, strength and courage that you are going to need. When and if the time is right for you please contact me. You can cry, vent, or just talk as only another person who has been where you are can really know what you are going through. May God continue to be with you and heal you.
In memory of my son
Spc Harry (Buck) Winkler III
KIA 11/12/06 Samarra, Iraq
82nd Airborne 2-505th PIR
June 13, 2008
To the Family and Friends of this Soldier:
I will stand in grief with this soldier's family to honor him. For every fallen HERO there is a bright star that shines in the evening sky to remind us of the cherished gift we were given – even if for too short a time.
My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courageous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guestbook for the rest of my life, but I promised Brent that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
We lost our son SFC Brent A. Adams on 12/1/05 and it seems like yesterday. I wish so badly there were things I could say to you right now to make the pain you are feeling go away, but I know first hand there simply are no words that will bring you the comfort and peace your heart aches for. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you go through this tragedy moment by moment and as you mourn this loss.
We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with as our hearts both burst with pride and pain together.
I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally. While they can never be replaced, neither will they ever be forgotten. You must trust that sometime, someday the loving memories you have will help to sustain you and help you go on. This courageous soldier will forever be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well.
To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort: When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. The one thing that cannot be taken from you is your wonderful memories that now will mean more than ever.
If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero.
God Bless this soldier and family who gave all and God Bless legacy.com for setting up this site where families can so quickly share their condolences and prayers with others like themselves.
Proud Parents of SFC Brent A. Adams, KIA, 12/1/05, Ramadi, Iraq
Pam and Bill Adams, Lancaster, PA
Beverly Montgomery
June 2, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
Rebekka Highland
June 1, 2008
Weeks have passed since your loss, and I wish you heartfelt sympathy. My boyfriend is there ... it hurt us both to learn of Joe's passing.
In Memory of Joseph ~ (Debra Estep)
May 31, 2008
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 Joseph, but I am remembering
his service. 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 –
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
JT Butler Family
May 26, 2008
Especially on this day, we honor Joseph's sacrifice and the sacrifice of the Family and Friends who love him.
Aaron J. Ward 4/28/89 - 5/6/08
Gary Tolle
May 23, 2008
God Bless your soul Joe, stand now soldier, your mission is complete. My nephew was also recently killed in Iraq on 5/6/08 and my promise to him is to visit every guest book after his. God bless the Ford family and help you get through this tragic loss. For your son is among other Hero's now and will forever be safe. Our families thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Amber
May 20, 2008
My angels lead you in. We will never forget you.
greg brown
May 19, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Beth DeBlanc
May 18, 2008
Family of Sgt Ford
I would like to send condolences on behalf of the family of PFC Darren DeBlanc (KIA 04-29-05). If there is anything that you need please let us know! Joseph will never be forgotten and he will always be a hero!
Cindy Greene proud mother of Sgt. Jeremy R. Greene KIA 4/28/07
May 18, 2008
The soldier stood and faced his God
which must always come to pass
He hoped his shoes were shining, just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now, you soldier. How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To My Church have you been true?"
The soldier squared his shoulders and said,
"No Lord, I guess I ain't
Because those of us who carry guns, can't always be a saint.
I've had to work most Sundays, and at times my talk was tough,
And sometimes I've been violent
because the streets are awfully rough.
But, I never took a penny, that wasn't mine to keep...
Though I worked a lot of overtime,
when the bills just got too steep.
And I never passed a cry for help, though at times
I shook with fear
And sometimes, God forgive me, I've wept unmanly tears
I know I don't deserve a place, among the people here
They never wanted me around, except to calm their fears.
If you've a place for me here, Lord, it needn't be so grand
I never expected or had too much,
but if you don't I'll understand."
There was silence all around the throne,
where the saint's had often trod
As the soldier waited quietly, for the judgement of his God.
"Step forward now you soldier, you've borne your burdens well,
Walk peacefully on Heaven's street,
you've done your time in Hell."
Author unknown
JOY Costello
May 17, 2008
Sam, Dal, Matt and Abbey, Our deepest sympathy to you from all of us at the old neighborhood in Valpo. We remember "Baby Joey" until you moved. Love, Joy, Marty, and the folks.
A Proud Military Parent
May 17, 2008
My God give you comfort during this time or sorrow. Be proud of your son and hold his memories close. Thank you Joseph Ford, a true American Hero. Hooah!
Keith L. Sullivan, (E.S.H. Dietary)
May 17, 2008
Karen, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.You have my deepest sympathy.
Steve Gerteisen
May 16, 2008
May the halls of your ancestors welcome you. You will be missed by those of us left behind, sir.
Janice Oswald
May 16, 2008
To the family and friends of fallen hero SPC Ford....I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in the thoughts and prayers of many. He will not be forgotten. God Bless You.
Abigail Nichols
May 16, 2008
Please accept my sincere sympathies at your loss. I thank Spc. Ford from the bottom of my heart for his service to all of us who are safe at home. From someone with long ties to Knox, Indiana
David Campbell
May 15, 2008
My sympathies go out to the Ford family with the death of your son. I did not know him but served with 38ID DISCOM and have now lost another friend in this war. My prayers and thoughts are with you in your time of grief.
Suzanne MacDaniel
May 15, 2008
To the Ford family,
I know there are no words to say, except how sorry I am for your loss. May you hold Josephs' memory in your heart and please remember he shall never be forgotten.
...For you every single soldier
Those who served so honorable
Your life was forever altered
While I’m home safe and free
I stand with grateful admiration
I stand respectful and so proud
I know I’m only a civilian
And I don’t even know if it’s allowed.
But I salute you; allow me the honor
to salute you with permission let me say
Even though I hold no rank know that from my heart
My humble gratitude comes from the deepest part.
I salute you.
Suzanne MacDaniel
A Proud Aunt
David M.Fisher
Valorie
May 14, 2008
My prayers and thoughts are with you.
I know how you feel losing a "HERO",Becoming a "Gold Star" Mother myself on 25 March.. The sacrafice our sons and daughters are making on a daily basis should tell us all..These young HEROS knew full well what they were doing and did it proudly When you hug your loved ones tonight.... Remember... We also hugged ours and they were protecting you..We.. as Americans need to make the "Ultimate Sacrafice" by supporting all our military(HEROS)...the Proud Mom of SGT. Jason W. Swiger
5th Squadron, 73rd Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne,Fort Bragg, N.C. KIA 3/25/007
Sandy Bonesteel
May 14, 2008
Please know that as a mother of a Soldier; I'm grieving with you. As are so many, many others.
JOY Costello
May 13, 2008
Sam, Dal, Matt and Abbey, Our deepest heartfelt sympathy to your family from our family. We remember Joey from baby until you moved away. Love Joy, Marty and Mom and Dad
SHIRLEY DONEY
May 13, 2008
REST IN PEACE SPC. FORD, TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY THE MEMORIES OF THIS WONDERFUL SOLDIERS LIFE FILL YOUR HEARTS WITH BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES
GOD BLESS YOU
Gale Poindexter
May 13, 2008
I am writing to offer my deepest sympathies to you and your family over the loss of your HERO Spc Joseph A Ford. I lost my son in Iraq on May 6/2007, so I can well understand your pain of losing a loved one so dear.
I pray you will be guided by a higher power to give you peace, comfort and strength in this time.
Psalm 34:18
The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit
GOD Bless you and your family. Your soldier was a true American Hero and we are all very proud of his service. He will not be forgotten!
(Proud mother of Sgt Joel W. Lewis, 5/20, 3-2 SBCT /Ft Lewis
KIA 5/6/07, Baqubah, Iraq)
www.youtube.com/watch?v=DXAX__FZYg4
Garnet Jenkins
May 13, 2008
My Deepest and Most Heartfelt Sympathy goes out to the family of Spc. Joseph A. Ford, with So Much Gratitude for your Brave Young Soldier's Courage, Dedication and Service to our Country and for Freedom.
The price Joseph and his family have paid, Will Never Be Forgotten. May he Rest Safely in God's Care and may the Peace of God be with the Ford family.
I am the Sister of such a young hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam, many years ago
"Surely He hath borne our grief and carried our sorrows."
~ Isaiah 53:4 ~
May you find comfort and strength in the beautiful memories of times spent with Joseph and quietly and gently, may healing come, with each new day.
You are in my thoughts and my prayers.
May 13, 2008
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!!
I would also like to tell you about a website, http://groups.msn.com/SSPSoldierPor
traits/homepage,
where some wonderful people will make wood portraits of your fallen Hero for free for the immediate family. I became aware of this site when I wanted to do something special for Le Ron’s mother.
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett (Queens, NY)
Shelley H
May 13, 2008
From our military family to yours, we would like to thank SPC Ford for his service and sacrifice to this great country, as well as send our deepest condolences for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Minister Florence Duckett
May 13, 2008
To the Family of Spc Joseph A.Ford,
"...what shall we say to these things, if God be for us who can be against us..." This is a painful time in your lives, but I have learned never to question God. War is such an ugly reality, but how can you not love and respect Joseph, who honored his oath before God and man to serve our Country. What a man! You are blessed to have someone like this in your family.
I thank God because he didn't sleep during his watch! I thank God because of him we live in relative freedom! I thank God because Joseph will never know pain and suffering again and that there will never again be tears in his eyes.
We cry now, but thank God for the memories and being chosen to have Joseph as a part of your family where you could share his love.
One of my favorite Bible verses is "...weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning..."
You are NEVER alone!
I will FOREVER salute Spc Joseph A. Ford!
Yours in Christ,
Minister Florence Duckett
Please see: www.roseofsharonministriesltd.org and KNOW that as long as God gives me breath I will never forget our Soldiers! NO DONATIONS requested from Soldiers!
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