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for JOSEPH LAZZARO
Kathleen Colanton
April 19, 2014
Sarah Smith
January 22, 2014
I found out about Joe's passing only at Arisia. He had such a funny, wry sense of humor, and so bright--such a loss. Cindy, deep sympathy to you and to the whole family.
Norm Coombs
December 3, 2013
Joe came into my life over 20 years ago. His advocacy and his example
as a person full of life will be missed by me and many others.
Norm Coombs
Jamal Mazrui
November 22, 2013
Though it was many years ago, Joe and I enjoyed great conversation and humor. I admired his commitment and vision for empowering blind people through technology, which was expressed both in his work for state government and as an author. I remember him fondly and will miss him! My condolences go to Cyndi and family.
Mika Pyyhkala
November 22, 2013
Cindy and Family,
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of Joe.
I worked for Joe from 1997 to 1998 in the technology department of the Massachusetts Commission for the Blind, MCB. This was my first real job out of college, when the agency was on Kingston Street.
Earlier in the 90's, as did many, I also followed Joe's pioneering work on assistive technology.
Joe was a supportive colleague and friend to me then and now. I remember fondly the time you chartered a yacht on Boston Harbor for Joe's birthday.
Massachusetts is a pioneering state when it comes to public policy on accessibility and inclusion of people with disabilities, and Joe was a trailblazer on accessibility even before the word went mainstream.
Joe and family are in our prayers and he will be missed.
James G.
November 22, 2013
RIP Joseph
Andrew Kirkpatrick
November 22, 2013
Cindy and family, I am very sorry for your loss. I've worked with Joe on and off for almost 10 years and he was always very positive and enjoyable to work with, and he accomplished much in his work. We'll miss him.
David Fedewa
November 22, 2013
Cindy - I regret I never had the opportunity or honor to meet your husband. You and your family will be in my prayers.
Eric Damery
November 22, 2013
Cindy and Sarah, I don't think we have ever met but I had the great pleasure and honor of knowing and working with Joe for the last 20 years. My father was a Director of Rehab in Worcester during the 60's and 70's. He was also blind which lead me to learn about some of the technology being developed to help people access computers. In the 90's, when I started working with Ted Henter's company that developed JAWS, the screen reader Joe used, I met Joe during my travels. My dad who still had connections within the Mass Commission had heard about Joe as well and he was very pleased hear about my visits with him. Over the years, I've met with many people that work for state agencies and serve people who are blind. Few have demonstrated the compassion and concern about helping people succeed, as did Joe. During my visits to his office, he would often get a call or two at his desk. More often then not, it would be from a client trying to use a computer or something and Joe would be the life line they turned to with their questions. He would excuse himself from our meeting for a few minutes and solve their issue, without missing a beat. Then, after the call, he would complain a little, and answer the next call with all the compassion he showed on the first.
He was a good man and a mentor to so many people I'm sure. He was a good friend and will be missed. God Bless your family.
Beth Coombs
November 22, 2013
So sad to hear of the passing of Joe. I, (Beth)Met him 17? years ago at my first CSUN and have kept in touch since. Norm has known him much much longer. We are EASI mourn the loss of a great pioneer in making life better for persons with disabilities.
Norm and Beth Coombs
EASI
Viviane Ackall
November 21, 2013
I didn't have the opportunity to meet you in life but learned about you and your wonderful work for the blind community. You left a legacy that will be forever remember. Go in peace knowing that you have fought the good fight.
Viviane Ackall
Accessibilities Service Coordinator - NMSU Alamogordo
Mark Sawyer
November 21, 2013
Cindy, although no words can really help ease the loss you bear, please know that you are in my thoughts during this difficult time. My heartfelt condolences for your loss.
Kathy Cahill
November 21, 2013
Cindy and Sarah,
I am so sorry to hear of Joe's passing. He was a friend and a teacher to me. I appreciate so much the time he took to teach me about adaptive technology and be a mentor. I won't ever forget it. We had fun having political arguments. He was one of the smartest people I knew. I hope to see you to convey my sympathies in person this week.
Pat Harris
November 21, 2013
Cindy:
I am so sorry for your loss. Joe and I worked together for many years at MCB. He will definitely be missed by MANY. He will never be forgotten. Prayers and blessings to you and your family.
LaRoyce Jacks
November 21, 2013
Cindy and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Joe was a wonderful person and I was blessed to know him and work with him. He will be missed tremendously. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathy Cahill
November 21, 2013
Cindy and Sarah,
I am so sorry to hear about Joe's passing. He was a friend and a teacher to me. He was the person who taught me about adaptive technology and how to do it. I won't ever forget him. He had a great sense of humor and we disagreed about so many political issues so it was fun to argue with him. I will see you at the service, and talk with you in person.
Patty Daukantas
November 20, 2013
My deep condolences and sympathy. So sorry for your loss.
John Christie
November 20, 2013
Hi Cindy. Sorry about your loss. You gave me my first computer when you were affiliated with Talking Computers. I only wish you the best and your in my prayers. Take care and stay strong.
Bill Scully
November 20, 2013
Cindy and family Sorry to hear about the passing of Joe. I worked in the Worcester office but I did know him.I went to Boston office several times a year and would talk with him.
Sheila Caceres
November 20, 2013
Cindy,
I am so sorry for your loss, please know if there is anything you need I'm a phone call away. I'll never forget Joe and the first time I meet him at work when he went for a ride to the office with you. I also won't forget all the times we would talk on the phone when he was trying to reach you. :-) I'm thinking of you during this difficult time, and you are always in my heart and prayers.
Michael & Nomi Burstein
November 20, 2013
We are so sorry for your loss.
Vicki Vogt
November 20, 2013
Cindy and family
So so sorry to hear about Joe! Cindy, you are in my thoughts and prayers. You are a strong person and I greatly admire you. Vicki
Michael Taylor
November 20, 2013
I'm so sorry for your loss.
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