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for Joseph Callahan
Dorothea Zimmerman
November 9, 2009
Joey,
I miss you so much. It's hard that you left us a year ago. I think about you all the time. I wish I could pick up the phone and talk like we use to. So many things and places remind me of you. You'll always be my friend and for that I thank you.
Barbara Karas/Callahan
November 8, 2009
Joey,
We knew the day you left us,
That life was not the same,
But God above has helped us
To ease and bear the pain.
And so the memory of you
We'll keep within our hearts,
That will remind us daily-
That we're not far apart.
Love,Mother
xoxo
Tammy Callahan
November 8, 2009
November 08,2009
The depths of sorrow we cannot tell
Of the loss of one we loved so well.
And while he sleeps a peaceful sleeps,
His memory we will always keep.
Joey, I miss you so so much.
Love, Your Sister Tammy
Joseph Callahan
November 8, 2009
November 08,2009
He had a nature you couldn't help loving,
And a heart that was purer that gold,
And to those who knew him and loved him
His memory will never grow cold.
Love, Dad
Danielle Callahan
November 7, 2009
Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there; I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow
I am the diamond glints on snow,
I am the sun on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circling flight.
I am the soft starlight at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there; I did not die.
This poem reminded me of you how you liked the wild life and the sounds of mother earth. I miss you every day i still cry and laughnat the thoughts that are constantly in my head. Today we went and got a ultrasound of the baby and it is a boy i only pray that he will grow up to be such a great man like his Grandpa Joe. I MISS YOU SO MUCH! With all our love your family!
Barbara Callahan/Karas
June 21, 2009
Missing you this Fathers Day and every day. Today you are thought of in a special way.
Love Mom
xoxo
Tammy Callahan
June 21, 2009
To my brother on Fathers Day.
You were the best brother any sister
could ask for. I miss and love you so much joey.
Love,your sister Tammy
Danielle Callahan
May 10, 2009
Happy Mothers Day Daddy i miss more than anything and love you so much.
Danielle Callahan
May 10, 2009
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 1998-2009
Barbara Callahan
May 8, 2009
Sixth Month Anniversary
Joey,
I looked up at the clouds today,
I thought I saw you there.
Your eyes were looking down at me,
With love that can't compare.
You looked so very happy
In our dear Lord's special place,
It seems that you were folded
In the light of His embrace.
My heart is ever lighter
In everything I do.
To know that you'll be waiting
'Till I can come to you.
Love Mom
XOXO
Tammy Callahan
May 8, 2009
Sixth Month Anniversary
Joey,
No matter how far away you are,
Up there beyond the sky,
When I want to see you,
I simply close my eyes.
I Love You and I Miss You So Much
Your Sister Tammy
Danielle Callahan
May 2, 2009
Today i walked. It was a long walk but a walk for a cause. The cause was for The American Cancer Society!!!! I got the kids up dresed them up warmly and went down to the park. It is a nasty day raining, but it was for a good cause. Haley and I did 5 laps for you dad and half way through i was tired and cold but all i thought was i can deal with a little pain for you considering all the pain you went through. Haley wanted to give up but i told her it was for Grandpa, he went through so much and we can do this for him, and for all those who have survived cancer, and for all those who have not!!!! I love you dad, and hope you were there with us walking, this path to hopefully one day finding a cure so Mothers, Daughters, Grandaughters, Sisters, Husbands, Wives, Cousins, Brothers, and Fathers don't have to live with the pain of loosing someone so close to them..We love you Daddy and will never forget how strong you are and will never think you were not strong for loosing this fight but just know that God took you for a reason and that is so he could hang out with you because you are a wonderful man. Love You, Your Daughter
Danielle wallage
March 23, 2009
Happy Birthday dad i know it is late but just got to a computer to say it on paper. I woke up the day of your Birthday and registered your grandaughter for kindergarden it was a sad but happy day. I wish you could be here to see her go off to school for her first day as youwere there for me on that day. Me in my plad dress with a orange shirt my dress shoes you bought me that i loved so much and my combed over mullet LOL!!! I think of you every day and know you won't be physicaly there but i know you will be there spiritualy I can never say how much i miss your warm bear hugs or your loving phone calls to talk to me or Haley we love and miss you so much Haley sang you Happy Birthday on your B'day i hope you heard and Kaitlin is getting so big she has your eyes i feel like your in her when i look at her. I LOVE YOU SO MUCH!!! HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO THE BEST DAD IN THE WORLD. LOVE DANNY C!
Tammy Callahan
March 5, 2009
BIG BROTHER
We knew we didn't need a special day to say...
You're our brother and we wouldn't have it any other way.
We hold you in the highest regard wherever we go,You've impacted our life more than you would have known. We could count on you like no other,Thank you for being our brother. You could make the darkest days bright,You could make everything alright. You were hard as wall-and always catch us before the fall,You knew how to put up a fight.You were a great support-you would always understanding whether in giving advice, a lecture or a shove. You lent a hand in any way you could, Thank you for your brotherly love. WE MISS AND LOVE YOU VERY MUCH. HAPPY BIRTHDAY JOEY.
Love,
Tammy and Billy
Barbara Karas
March 5, 2009
For my son with Love on your birthday March 5th.
I will never forget the day you came into my life.I was excited and scared,but most of all-happy.From the moment i held you and looked into your eyes, I knew you were destined to become a very special person in my world. You were after all "my son". And the closeness we had shared through the years has brought so much ful fillment and joy to my life... When i think about all you have done and all you grown up to be, I feel so proud.
You were a wonderful son and I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU VERY MUCH. I know you are in a better place at peace and out of pain. HAPPY BIRTHDAY JOEY
Love Mom
xoxo
STEVEN KARAS
February 10, 2009
JOEY WAS A WONDERFUL NEPHEW, MY FIRST. HE WAS SO FULL OF FUN AND ENERGY. THAT'S WHY I NICKNAMED HIM "THE BIRD". I MISS HIM AND HOPE TO BE WITH HIM AGAIN SOME DAY. MY LOVE AND PRAYERS ARE ALWAYS WITH JOEY AND THE REST OF MY FAMILY. STEVE
Danielle Callahan
January 27, 2009
My Dad Joe
A lot of you knew him as Boston Joe!
A fun, loving, and caring man,
He was taken from us faster than we could ever have imagined.
A great, and crazy life he lived.
He always had fast cars, fast boats or fast bikes,
A crazy, and dare devil type!
His humor and spirit could light up a room,
He will be missed
And as he used to say from here to the moon!
His journey in life has just begun
He’s gone to heaven this earth is only one!
Joe wouldn’t want us to be sad or cry,
But to party and raise our glasses high!
Just think of him as resting
Where there is no stress, sickness, or fear
And remember how he touched your hearts for years, and years and years
We love you Dad and know you couldn’t stay,
But we hope your in heaven playing golf, and drinking some E&J.
God broke our hearts to prove to us he only takes the best
And that is what you are the very very best
The best Dad, Grandpa, and friend.
So please don’t be sad
We will see him again.
He is up there right know waiting for us to enter in
So let’s raise our glasses high and toast
This one is for you dad from the ones who loved you most.
To Joseph Michael Callahan our beloved father, grandfather, and friend
we love you
Mary Callahan- Schultz
December 14, 2008
Big brother,
There is a special place here for you. Its the top of the higest hill, I go there to watch the sun set and think of you. I think you can see it from heaven because its so high up there it must be close. I know that I will see and laugh with you again some day I just makes me sad that I didnt get to before you left. I hope everyone at home is hanging in there.I Love you guys!
Danie; Callahan
December 13, 2008
I did not know you well, but you are my brother. A peice of me dies with you. My blood runs slower now that you are gone. I love you...
Barbara Callahan
December 11, 2008
This poem is what I would think my son Joey would say to everyone:
To those I love and all those who loved me
Thank you all for the tears and thank you for missing me, but now that I am gone, please release me, let me go. I have so many things to see and do. You must not cry for me with tears, be happy we had our years. I gave you my love you can only guess how much you all gave me back in happiness. I thank you for the love you each have shown, but now I must travel alone. So grieve awhile if you must, then let your grief be comforted by trust. Its only awhile we will part, so keep those memories within your heart. I wont be far away for life goes on. So if you need me call me and I will come, though you cant see me or touch me, I will be near. And if you listen with your heart you will hear all my love around you so soft and dear. And then when you must come this way alone, I will be there to greet you with a smile and say “Welcome Home”
Love from
Mom xoxo
Tammy Callahan
December 10, 2008
To my dear brother joey
We lost you at such a young age and you went so quickly. Life is not fair sometimes, you suffered so much , it was hard to just stand by and watch . But I am glad that we spent your last ten days together . Despite your illness you still tried to be the character you always were, making jokes and reminiscing from when we were younger, we had a lot of laughs . Joe they say when you die you are in a better place, and I hope you are. I really miss and love you very much. I am going to miss that phone call every year on my birthday , you never forgot , not even for one year. Even if it was 10:30pm in mass you would still call. You were such a great brother, and a wonderful friend. I will always miss you.
Love your sister,
Tammy
Linda Boucher
November 20, 2008
Barbara, Tam, and Billy,
I am so sorry about Joey's passing.I will always remember Joey's enthusiasm for life and his smile that would light up a room.Even as a young man he could walk into a room and flash that smile and make you feel better. He was a warm , caring person who will be missed greatly.
betsy boucher
November 20, 2008
Barbara, Billy, Tammy
Im soo sorry about Joey. May he rest in peace. I love you all
Dorothea Zimmerman
November 18, 2008
Joe is a very special friend to many people here in California. We all miss his laughter and all the joy he has brought to our lives.
Our sympathy is with his family and friends there in Mass. He will never be forgotten. His big brown eyes and bright smile will be in our hearts forever. Anyone who had the privilage of Knowing Joe can count their blessings for the joy that he brought to our lives. I have a special thank you to his family for giving me the privilage of having such an awsome friend.
Kate Daylor
November 17, 2008
Dear Babs, Cal & Tammy,
I am truely sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you.
Kate Daylor (Horne)
BOB & PAT REGAN
November 17, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Gerry Horne
November 16, 2008
Barbara,Billy Tammy
There are many great thoughts and memories of Joe He will be sorley missed my thought and prayers are with you all
Kathy Sullivan
November 16, 2008
Dear Callahan Family,
I have a million happy memories of Joe and know that he will be missed by many. I was very sorry to learn that my dear old friend Joey is gone. Hy heart goes out to the Callahan family and all of those close to him.
Kathy (Morse) Sullivan
Bobby,Diane,Carol and Patty Williams
November 15, 2008
Barbara,Tammy and Billy:
We are so sorry to hear about Joe! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless!
Pat Guerriero
November 15, 2008
Dear Barbara, Tammy and Billy:
Please know that I am thinking of you and pray for your strength and courage during this time of horrendous grief. Love to all,
Judy Bylsma - Hegarty
November 14, 2008
My Deepest Sypmpathys to the Callahan Family. Your in my Prayers & Thoughts.
Judy Bylsma
RITA DALY
November 14, 2008
JOE, WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO
YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AND PLEASE KNOW THAT MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU!! FOND MEMORIES! RITA(NEWELL)CHIRILLO-DALY
Cheryl McFarland
November 14, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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