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for Joseph DiVita
Antoinette Pignataro
August 24, 2020
Thought of you today and cannot believe it has been 12 years! Still think of you and know you are missed.
Frank Aquilina
August 7, 2016
All these years latter I still think of you Cuz. So much time together, so many plans. A week before we began a plan for another trip to Vegas. It hasn't been the same without you. You were the brother I never had and the best friend I ever had. You will be remembered always and at this weekends family gathering, God Bless Cuz. Love Frank
September 3, 2009
Joe, I miss you. For me, Labor Day Weekend will always be a celebration of your life. Sail on!
Claudette
Anthony
September 2, 2009
Thinking of you as I do most days but especially more today..
Kat
September 1, 2009
I know I will make it through, but our loss is so great. Our memories of you, Dad, will keep you alive in our hearts. What is a memory? It is an image or an impression of one that is remembered. What do I remember? Your strength, your resolve, your heart, your hands, your hug. We remember. Always,
September 1, 2009
remembering you, one year later.
antoinette
Lynne Larsen
August 23, 2009
Kathy, I am an old friend of your Mom and Dad from school. I held you as a baby. I am so sorry to hear of Joeys passing. He was a wonderful man and I know how proud he was of his girls. Please tell Sue I send her my love. You are all in my prayers. Lynne (Prior) Larsen
Arthur Fay
July 21, 2009
I have just learned of Joe's passing as it was announced in the Amherst Alumni Association newsletter (Tiger Tracks). I hadn't seen Joe since high school (class of 1961, Amherst Central), but I do remember him well. I always enjoyed his company. My condolences to his family and friends.
November 17, 2008
I miss you my friend. More today than yesterday, less than tomorrow.
Happy Birthday Babe. Still, Me
Kathy Barnes
November 17, 2008
Just doesn't seem right to have this day come and go without a birthday wish. We celebrated your life, your friendships, and your accomplishments when we said "goodbye." Today, we just stop to say "we miss you." Our love to all- Kathy B
Laurie Yeostros
October 14, 2008
Cheryl, Lou and I are sending our deepest sympathy on the loss of your husband Joe. We only met him recently, when you introduced us to him at the Buffalo Yacht Club. I was so saddened when I got your e/m, our love and prayers are going out to you and Rachael. Sincerely, Lou & Laurie Yeostros
Margie Spitzer Kitching
September 12, 2008
Dear Cheryl and Family,
John and I were so surprised to hear of Joe's passing. He was a nice man. May the support from family, friends and the wonderful memories you have, carry you through this difficult time.
Michael Schall
September 11, 2008
Dear Cheryl, Rachael, and all friends and relations of Joe (Babe) DiVita,
Joe influenced my early life and its foundation as much as any other man's impact. As teenagers we spent every day together for years. Later, he was the "best man" at my wedding. Twice! We were inseparable to the extent that I refused to travel with my family to Florida on our annual Easter vacation unless Joe could come with us. It was during these Florida trips that Joe's spiritual depth raised my own awareness to new levels. Babe's inner depth of love and gratitude came to light on the Florida trips when he forced my dad to stop travel every Sunday so he could attend church and thank God for his eternal grace and mercy. Although much of our time together was spent as "boy's being boy's", it was our quite times together that had its greatest impact. Joe is definately in heaven! Joe's "God awareness" forced me to take a deeper look into myself. This had the long term effect that, in recent years, I have authored two books on the study of God's word found in Holy Scripture. Whoda thought Joe had that kind of influence on anyone? I welcome anyone to contact me to share some of the hundreds of stories on why we all loved Joe so much, and his personal effect on our lives.
jill mack
September 10, 2008
Dear Cheryl, Rachael, and family.
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers.
love, Jill,gary,brittani and tyler Mack
September 10, 2008
Dear Karen and Family,
We just read about your Dad's death in the Amherst Bee. Our deepest condolences to you and your family. Not only was Joe a great neighbor on Carmen, and our wonderful mechanic for 34 years but also a friend to our family. We will miss him. Love, Marietta and Ralph Rizzitello (Amherst, NY)
Jeanie Stefano Hendrie
September 8, 2008
Cheryl and family,
I just met you a couple of months ago at Brunner's. Joe gave me his sister MaryAnn's phone#.
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Joe's up in heaven watching over you.
My best always and forever.
lori benderson
September 6, 2008
Dear Cheryl and Family, We were so sorry to hear about Joe. Our thoughts are with all of you. Hold all your memories close to your heart. Love, your friends, Lori and Randy Benderson & Family
Linda and Peter Dellarco
September 6, 2008
Cheryl, DiVita Family and dear friends Jo and Gene: We were so shocked and very saddened to hear of Joe's sudden passing. He was a great friend and his warmth and vitality will always remain in my memory. My heart goes out to you as you deal with this very difficult time. Wish I could be there, but you're in my thoughts. Always.
Michelle (Shelly) Dubec (O'Brien)
September 5, 2008
Dear Cheryl and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your sudden loss. Joe will be remembered dearly. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this most difficult time.
September 5, 2008
Dear Cheryl, Rachael and family,
We are so sorry to hear about Joe. We were so happy to have spent time in Florida with your beautiful family.You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Bob ,Suzy, Mary ,Kurt and Alisa Kosek
Paula Telesco
September 5, 2008
To the DiVita family: I and my family are so terribly sorry for your loss. Joe has been a friend for decades. I moved away almost 30 years ago, but whenever I would come back to visit, Joe was one of the few people I always made a point to see or talk to on the phone. I will be so sorry not to be able to see him again. My heartfelt condolences.
Anthony Caggiano
September 4, 2008
Cheryl,Rachel, Kathy, Karen, and Sue....The world is a sadder place today. It is without a wonderful caring father, husband and friend to many. Joe was more than my cousin...he was like a brother to me. He was my confidant and soulmate. I could tell him anything and we had many thoughtful conversations reflecting on when his family and mine lived together when were kids. Celebrate his life as he lived it and cherish the memories you made together...Joe, you are in a place where the sun always shines and there is always a great wind....Love, Anthony Caggiano
John Page
September 4, 2008
To the DiVita Family:
Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of you. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Joe was a wonderful caring father and grandfather. He had such a great demeanor and was loved by all. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
John and Diane Page and Family.
Eggertsville Comm. Org.
September 4, 2008
Mr. DiVita was a long time sponsor of the Eggertsville Community Org. and all our members wish to express our sincere sympathy for this great loss.
Marci Wiseman
September 4, 2008
Dear Family,
My heart is broken - I only wish I could be there to offer support during this difficult time. I will always remember Joseph with a kind smile on his face, a glass of red in his hand and tremendous warmth in his heart. I am thinking of you all~with much love
Joe DiLeo
September 4, 2008
Cheryl & Rachel -- our deepest thoughts and prayer go out to you during this very difficult time.
The DiLeo Family
Susan & Mike Miano
September 4, 2008
Dear Cheryl, Rachael & Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Joe's passing. What a wonderful man he was, so full of life with his beautiful smile. You are in our hearts and our prayers go out to you at this difficult time. I wish we could be there to hold you tight. We love you Cheryl.
Kathryn Jackson
September 4, 2008
To the DiVita Family - my deepest condolences. Joe taught me how to sail and I regularly sailed with him on Kat-a-Tonic on Tuesdays. He always spoke so proudly and lovingly of his family, I can't imagine your terrible sense of loss. He was a wonderful teacher, a kind and generous man whose love of life was infectious. The world is a sadder place without him.
Don & Mary Gilbert
September 4, 2008
Dear Cheryl and Rachael,
We were so saddened to learn of Joe's death. Our memories of him include always greeting us with his big, beautiful smile. He was so devoted to both of you. We only hope your loving memories of him will sustain you at this difficult time.
We send our deepest sympathy.
your loving cousins, the Neyerlins
September 4, 2008
Dearest Cheryl, Rachael and family,
Words cannot express the sorrow we are all feeling. Babe was a great
cousin and held FAMILY in the greatest esteem. There are sooo many memories that I cherish and I cannot say enough about his dedication to Family.
Kathy Heck (Walter)
September 4, 2008
Cheryl and Family... I am so sorry for your loss. I know it's been too long, but I think of you often. Please know that I am here for you and you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Barbara Makuch
September 4, 2008
To all the DiVita Family: My prayers are with you as you mourn your beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend. I had the honor of meeting him and found his love of life, love of family and his wonderful sense of humor so uplifting and special. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Claudette Eggert
September 4, 2008
I cry not for Joseph, whose life was full of love and happiness, but for those who are left behind. For Cheryl who captured his heart, for Rachael, Kathy and Karen who were the diamonds in his life, for me who lost my best friend and for all of you whose lives were touched by this kind, gentle caring man. He will always be alive in my heart.
antoinette pignataro
September 4, 2008
cheryl, rachael and family,
i was devastated to here of joe's passing and i can only imagine your grief at this time. wish i could be there. joe was a great man and cousin...he was always thoughtful, kind and gracious. he will be missed but never forgotten.
Rachel Nudelman
September 3, 2008
Dear Cheryl and Racheal, Jo and Jean,
We were so saddened to hear about Joe. Our deepest sympathies. The last time we saw Joe was on the boat with all the kids.. Our prayers are with you in this difficult time. May God bless and comfort you through this difficult time. Love, Joshua, Rachel ,Lauren, Madison and Ellyson Nudelman
Joe Giancarlo
September 3, 2008
To the entire DiVita family, our thoughts and prayers are with you. We give our thanks for the friendship that Joe shared with us over the years from softball teammates to parents with daughters playing ball in AGSL and schooling at MMS & WSHS. Our thanks for sharing Joe. Always genuine. Always sincere. A gentleman. A friend.
Joe, Andrea, Michelle, Danielle & Peter Giancarlo
Julie Dawson
September 3, 2008
Dear Cheryl, daughter Rachael and Family:
So saddened to hear about Joe. Words cannot express my sorrow for your sudden loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time and for the future. Stay STRONG and remember his love for all of you. Rachael, he will always be with you as we all have Guardian Angels.
Russ (Skip) Constantino
September 3, 2008
Dear DiVita Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Joe was a great friend and I feel very fortunate to have stopped by while I was in town last month to see him.
We reminiced and I could not beleive how active he was. He said he still played softball.
I will remember him fondly and think of him often.
Leslie and Jim Laplante
September 3, 2008
Dear Cheryl, Rachael, DiVita and Finton families,
We are truly saddened to hear of Joe's sudden passing. Words will never replace Joe, but we can express our deepest sympathy for your loss. May you remember the wonderful times you shared as a family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Barbara Stewart
September 3, 2008
Dear DiVita family--May God richly bless you and comfort you during this time. Joe was a wonderful man and will be greatly missed; everyone who knew him, loved him.
Cheryl Nowak
September 3, 2008
What a wonderful and caring person . Everytime I came into his auto repair shop he made sure every person was taken care of properly and with respect. His kind heart will be missed...
NICOLE HOUSTON
September 3, 2008
SORRY TO HEAR THE BAD NEWS YOU ARE ALL IN MY PRAYORS
Marcia Szczepaniak
September 3, 2008
Dear Cheryl and family:
Ron and I were deeply saddened to hear of Joe's sudden passing. May the love of family and friends help you in this very difficult time.
Our prayers and love,
Marcia and Ron Szczepaniak
Steven Mogle
September 3, 2008
Cheryl,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Joe was a great guy. I dont think I can remember seeing him without a smile on his face. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Steve and Barb Mogle
Richard & Suzanne Sickler
September 3, 2008
Cheryl-our loss here on earth is great with Joe's passing. I know you and your family will miss him deeply as will the many people who knew him. Joe was a true friend and one I could always count on. I will never forget Joe. Remember,that our love never dies but lives on in the hearts and souls of those we leave behind while we continue our eternal voyage. God Bless you and all Joe's family. Our prayers will be sent your way.
Nick LoVerde
September 3, 2008
All of us have lost an amazing friend and great man. He will be greatly missed.
Sue Dawson Drenberg
September 3, 2008
Dear Cheryl-my thoughts are with you and your family at this time. Your life has been blessed with Joe and his beaming smile and personality. He will remain close in all our memories forever, and I am so glad I saw the both of you on my recent trip to Buffalo.
Take care,
Sue
Kristy Caggiano-Vaughn
September 3, 2008
Words cannot describe my sorrow for all of you. Babe is a wonderful friend, husband, and Dad. He never changed throughout the years. He has this calm way about him which reflected on everyone around him. He was like a brother to my Dad (Joe) and everyone is going to miss him terribly. I wish you all strength and love during this time of need.
colleen finton
September 3, 2008
Dearest Rachael, Cheryl, Kathy, Karen & families...We are so sorry that we have all lost out dear Joe. He is now another angel watching over us all. He was a very special man who loved life & his family...some of his last words to me were "Life is Good" as he got off his jetski to enjoy a beautiful summers day. We love you all & you are not alone...you have so many loving friends & family. May God bless you all ...Love Aunt Colleen, Uncle Joel & Jenna Leigh
Nancy Weil
September 3, 2008
My prayers go out to your entire family. Always know that the love you shared will never die.
Nancy Weil
(Lindsay's mom)
Roianne Preston
September 3, 2008
Dear Cheryl, I was so sorry to hear about Joe, he was a wonderful man. My prayers go out to you and all of his family and friends. I only wish I could be there to give you a warm hug. Please call me if you need anything. I love you. Roianne
Susan Dewald
September 3, 2008
John and I are heartsick for you all
Louie Angelo
September 3, 2008
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Divita Family.
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