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Ed Benson
July 11, 2010
Dear Joanne,Charlene,Joe and Claire,
I just learned of Joe's passing today. I sit here with tears in my eye's thinking of him and all of you. Joe was an incredible man , I have so many great memory's of all of you, and they all just came rushing into my head at the same time. I am so sorry for your loss, I don't what to say except I love you all and Joe may you rest in peace my friend.
W.P. Sullivan
January 12, 2008
My deepest sympathies to the entire Croken family. Mr. Croken was a true gentleman. He will certainly be missed.
John Price
January 4, 2008
I only learned today of Joe's passing. I am so very sorry for your loss. He was a great man. Our friendship went back to the Torby MacDonald days. Joe was a great man and always had a smile that made you feel at ease. He sure will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you. and may God
Richard Di Mento
December 26, 2007
I'am sorry for your loss..Joe Croken will always be a special guy to me and my family..30 years ago he bent over backwards to help me get my greek housekeeper a "green card" to take care of my 2 girls...As a single father'he was a god to me.He was "superman.
James Clark
December 22, 2007
Deepest sympathy on your loss.
Erin Finn
December 20, 2007
Claire and Family
I only learned today of Joe's passing. I am so very sorry for your loss.He was a great man. Claire I will be in touch soon.
Erin Finn
Jean Abbatinozzi & family
December 19, 2007
I'm sorry for your loss. You're all in our prayers.
Peggy Donnelly
December 17, 2007
To the Croken family, so sorry to hear about your loss. I am living in Brazil, which is why I wasn't able to pay my respects in person. My father, John, knew and liked many people, but only a few did he hold in the high esteem that he had for Joe. I, personally, was helped several times by Joe and I will never forget the many things that he did for me and my family over the years. Such a great man with such a warm and lovely smile!
Kevin Jarvis
December 11, 2007
I will miss Joe very much. He was a very special person and I enjoyed our conversations. I was lucky enough to see Joe quite often during the last 15 years when I worked occasionally in Malden or had business at the court. I was extremely proud and honored to have had Joe at our table at the annual Boston Semper Fidelis Society Marine Corps luncheon for the last couple of years. Like my father, John Jarvis, Joe was part of the greatest generation. They both cared very much for their fellow veterans and had a tremendous respect for their fellow Maldonians. Joe was the personification of sacrifice and dedication to family, friends and community. Joe was also the epitome of dedication and service to family, country and Corps! Joe cared for people and helped many over the years. He will be especially missed by those of us in law enforcement. Thank you for being a great Marine and a great American! Now, it is even a greater honor for me to have my name along with yours on the same plaque at Malden City Hall honoring ALL Malden Marine veterans.
Semper Fidelis JOE!
Your fellow Malden Marines
DAVID BALFOUR JR
December 11, 2007
CONDOLENCES TO THE CROKEN FAMILY OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. JOE HAS DONE SO MUCH FOR SO MANY.A GREAT AMERICAN!
Rich Giannattasio
December 10, 2007
To the Croken family:
I was very sorry to hear of Joe's passing. I truly enjoyed seeing Joe for almost 40 years at the Malden YMCA. He always had a kind word to say. He was a true gentleman. He will be remembered forever....
TIMOTHY W. HICKEY
December 10, 2007
TO THE CROKEN FAMILY
I WAS SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT JOE'S PASSING. I FIRST MET JOE YEARS AGO WHEN I WAS A YOUNG STATE REPRESENTATIVE FROM CAMBRIDGE. JOE ALWAYS SAID IF YOU NEED ANYTHING IN MALDEN JUST GIVE ME A CALL BE ASSURED I WILL KEEP HIM AND YOUR FAMILY IN MY PRAYERS OVER THIS CHRISTMAS SEASON.
Regina Beeman
December 10, 2007
Malden will not be the same without this lovely gentleman. To Claire and the family -- you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Reggi (MacNeil) Beeman
Joey Voices (Noone)
December 10, 2007
Claire, Joanne, Charlene and Joey,
when I heard the news of Joe's passing, I felt my heart drop to the pit of my stomach. Joe was my good friend and neighbor, who helped me countless times when I was younger and got myself into many a jam. He was very good to my Father and the rest of my family as well!
Even though I was a troubled youth, Joe always believed in me and encouraged my talent every time I saw him (almost every day), and even showed his unwavering support for me by often coming out to my shows with Claire and the rest of the neighborhood. I will never forget that, as long as I live!
Claire, any time you see my truck outside, Joey isn't around and you need a hand with anything, just call! Joe was a Great guy, a Hero who served as part of America's greatest generation (WWII) and will be sorely missed by all who knew him! May God In Christ Jesus Comfort you all during this difficult time!
Mike Casey
December 10, 2007
Mr. Croken,
Sir, I didn't know you but as a fellow Marine I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served in the USMC during WW II fighting the Japanese in the Pacific. It was the history and accomplishments made by you and your fellow Marines at Bouganville in the Solomon Islands and other places during WW II that all of us Marines who followed in your footsteps have always tried to live up to. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
Semper Fi Devil Dog!
Mike Casey USMC '85-'89
CHARLES,MARY cobb
December 9, 2007
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY
Henry Dorazio
December 9, 2007
Sorry for the loss of a great man.He will be missed by all. Henry's Catering Service
Dick George
December 9, 2007
Joey, you will be missed more than you know, go now and rejoice in the memories of your outstanding and wonderful life. My profound sympathy to the Croken family.
William Settemio
December 8, 2007
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Mary (Russell) Bright
December 8, 2007
Dear Joe,
I was sorry to hear about the loss of your father. My Mom worked with him at the courthouse and spoke so highly of him. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Chaplain Art Enos Dept. of Ma. Marine Corp League www.deptofmassmcleague.org
December 8, 2007
Semper Fi Marine Croken
The Dept. of Ma. Marine Corp League thanks you for your service to God, our Country, and to our beloved Corps.
To Joe's family we send our deepest sympathies and our prayers on your loss and the loss of our Brother. Joe has reported for his last assignment to our Supreme Commandant, where he will serve on the streets of Heaven as honorably as he did here on earth. While Joe's earthly being is no longer with us his spirit remains alive within your hearts thru the memories he left here on Earth. May God bless you and be at your side through this sorrowful time.
Semper Fidelis
MARGUERITE &TOM CHISHOLM
December 8, 2007
our prayers,and thoughts are with you Claire and family during this time.Joe was a great man.
Fred Lewis
December 8, 2007
Dear Joanne and Charlene,
I was saddened to hear of the loss of your father. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.
Sincerely,
Fred Lewis
DAVE DWYER (M.P.D.)
December 7, 2007
A TRUE MAN OF WISDOM AND CARING
YES JOE WAS THERE TO SHARE HIS SMILE AND KINDNESS WITH ALL.EVERY ONE WHO MET HIM WAS LEFT WITH A FEELING THEY HAD BEEN DEALT WITH FAIRLY.
GOD REST YOU MERRY GENTLEMAN
December 7, 2007
Claire, Joanne, Charlene, and Joe,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Love, Sherri
December 7, 2007
Mrs Croken and Family,
Mr Croken is truly a wonderful man and our family will miss him so much. All the great memories we have of him will stay with us forever and as long as we have these memories he will never be very far. He is with Tom now celebrating their lives!
Our Love Always
Donna (Noone) Richards
and Family
Janet Sullivan (Frank's daughter)
December 7, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. Joe was a great man and well respected by all. May your memories bring you comfort. God Bless him.
THE J. BRANDANO FAMILY
December 7, 2007
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO THE CROKEN FAMILY. JOE WAS A WONDERFUL MAN WITH A BIG HEART AND HELPED SO MANY PEOPLE ALONG THE WAY. KEEP ALL THOSE MEMORIES CLOSE TO YOUR HEART FOREVER. GOD BLESS.
Michelle Goldman
December 7, 2007
Joe Croken was a friend and a mentor to countless young attorney's like myself, who walked into jobs as ADA's and defense attorneys without experience, and walked out his Courthouse trained and confident.
His view of the world, expressed each and every day through his actions, included a kind word and a warm smile for all.
In a building where sadness is too often the norm, Joe refused to be brought down, but instead uplifted all whose paths were lucky enough to have crossed his.
When my time came to leave the Courthouse, Joe wrote a note that I framed and hung in my new office. The last line says, "I'm sure our paths will cross again, along the way."
I never left the path that he so generously helped me navigate when I knew so little, and his real legacy is that he will remain a part of all the people whose lives he touched, and whose lives touched his.
Stephen Morecroft
December 7, 2007
Mr. Croken was an icon. He was always there for his fellow man, sometimes he did not even know the person that he was lending a hand to. I am a better person for having known him. God Bless!
Brenda Convery
December 7, 2007
Mrs. Croken, Joanne, Joseph, Charlene and Callie Ann Walker.
Mr. Croken (Papa Joe) was one-of-a-kind and one of the BEST!
You never walked away from him without a smile on your face. He was truly a gentleman and a friend
He will be missed by many.
Adeline DiPaola
December 7, 2007
Clair & Family,
My deepest sympathy. Joe was an icon in the Malden Community. When Jim and I purchased your home on Pagum Street, we became part of the Croken Family. We have many wonderful memories. He will be deeply missed.
All my love.
Addie DiPaola
John Souther
December 7, 2007
Joe was a true gentleman,, always wanting to lend a hand to help anyone who needed it.
Joe you will be missed!
Rest in Peace
Mark Spinney
December 7, 2007
Charlene, my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. May God guide you through these trying times.
John McNaught
December 7, 2007
Joseph Croken was a wonderful, compassionate, concerned man. His efforts on behalf of all who met him will never be equalled. We all will miss him.
Marianne Lynch
December 7, 2007
Joe will be deeply missed by the Malden Legal Community and all who knew him. He was, as many have said, a gentleman. He was very kind to me when I was a new lawyer. I extend my deepest sympathy to his family and friends.
Billy Bell
December 7, 2007
To Claire and the rest of Joe's family. Joe was one of a kind. He has helped me in the past with some of my friend;s problems. I know he has helped thousands of people over the years. His shoes will never be replaced as he was fine gentleman. My condolences go out to all of his family.Former Revere City Councillor Billy Bell
Kimba
December 6, 2007
The world will have less twinkle now. Sympathy to all that loved him.
Cliff Hatch
December 6, 2007
Joe, was a true friend to everyone who knew him. He will be missed by all that he came in contact with.
Betty Bushell Leavey
December 6, 2007
Dear Claire Please accept my deepest sympathy to you and your family on the death of Joe. I will keep you in my prayers.
Patti, Anthony, Kate and Jillian Romano
December 6, 2007
Dear Joanne and Charlene,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We know how much you love and adore your father and how much you must miss him. Our condolences to you, your mother and brother.
With Deepest Sympathy
Jim Kaloyanides
December 6, 2007
Dear Claire,
I am so sorry to hear about Joe's passing. My thouhgts and prayers are with you in this time of sadness. May his memory be eternal.
Danielle Hender
December 6, 2007
Claire and Family, my heart aches for your loss. Joe shared his knowledge and his time, not only with the greater Malden legal community, but with the City of Malden as a whole.
He will be remembered as a great man and he will be missed.
Michael Sullivan
December 6, 2007
On behalf of my dad, Walter, the entire Sullivan family and myself, I want to express our deepest sympathies. He has been a friend of ours for two generations.
Joe was one of a kind and a true gentleman. I was with him Saturday night and as always enjoyed his company – he would make everyone feel special.
His fellow clerks, trial court employees and the people he came in contact on a daily basis will miss him greatly. We are truly better for having known him.
As in the movie a “Wonderful Life,” Joe touched many people and made a difference in our lives.
Again our heartfelt condolences,
Michael A. Sullivan
Clerk Magistrate
Middlesex Superior Court
Joanne Gaffey-Lynn
December 6, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Andy Provitola
December 6, 2007
Claire & Family Our sympathy, thoughts,and prayers are with all of you during this time. We are grateful for Joe and what he meant to our family. He truly has left a legacy to the city of Malden
Susan and Frank Robbins-Mauriello
December 6, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Beverly Ryan Doucette
December 6, 2007
My sincere sympathy to Joe Croken's family. He was one of my favorite people, known for his help and generosity to friends and Maldonians. May God bless you, Joe, and welcome you to his side.
Beverly Ryan Doucette
Beverly Ryan Doucette
December 6, 2007
My sincere sympathy to Joe Croken's family. He certainly will be remembered for all his good works and generosity to friends and Maldonians. He was certainly one of my favorite people. God Bless You and welcome you to his side, Joe!
Beverly Ryan Doucette
Paul Solano
December 6, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Claire, Joanne, Charlene and Joey. Joe was a great person who will be greatly missed and never forgotten. God Bless Joe.
Paul Solano Family
Jim Reilly
December 6, 2007
I wish to extend my deepest sympathies to the Croken family.
Clifford C. Swanson
December 6, 2007
Many family memories with our longtime neighbor. Prays 'n thoughts with the family.
Carol Witham-McCarthy
December 6, 2007
Mr.Croken was a friend to everyone.
My deepest sympathy to all of you. The world was a much better place because he was in it.
Elizabeth & David Hart
December 6, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are will you all in this most difficult time. May God bless you and give you comfort.
John Horne, III
December 6, 2007
May God give you rest and peace.
Know that Joe will live on in the hearts and memories of all those that were blessed to knew him and those of us who loved him.
He will be missed and he will be remembered always and fondly!
Thank you Joe.
Rest in peace friend!
Denise Ardolino
December 6, 2007
Joe and family, I'm sorry to hear about your Dad. I'm thinking and praying for you to feel at peace. Love ya Joe, Denise Martin
Gerri Heitin
December 6, 2007
Clair and Family
My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
maxine urbaczewski
December 6, 2007
joe sorry to hear about your father
Tony Schiavone
December 6, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of your family in this time of grief.
Patty Todd
December 6, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with your wonderful family. You have truly lost a good soul.
Richard I. Clayman
December 6, 2007
My sincere condolences to all; Joe was kind and helpful to me for 45 years!I will not forget.... Richard Clayman from Chelsea
David Ceruolo
December 6, 2007
Joseph was a wonderful person and a true gentleman. We are going to miss him greatly.
Anthony Provitola
December 6, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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