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David Cottrell
September 27, 2021
I cherish the time my brother monte and I spent with you and Joe on the beach near del Cabo San Jose . I was sixteen and Monte was 18 were from Sonoma county it was so kind of you to invite us to your home for the night on our drive home to Sonoma county . I think about that trip often the polo pool and the great goulash meal that you prepared for us . Thank you so much for the great memories
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Chuck Truitt
December 5, 2019
Remember Joe like it was yesterday. Very inventive and always there for you. He was like a Tesla, always thinking new and innovative ways to stay ahead of the crowd.
Hard to believe it has been that long since Joe passed from us.
Chuck Truitt
Ji9m Hendershot
April 22, 2013
I just spoke with Ed Beauchamp about the loss of Joe Denk.
I knew him quite well and greatly respected him as a motor-genertor professional. I learned much from his work. We will all miss him.
Ted Pierce
February 26, 2012
Gig: I am so sorry to hear about Joe. Just reading the many tributes brings back memories of life on the strand back in the 60's. I also remember the days surfing the pier and talking about water polo with Joe. I also remember how my Dad and Kay would talk about Joes stunts over the ocean out front of the house. You and Joe have been long time great friends. I will all ways remember the memories and good times.
Ted Pierce
Jackson, Wyoming
Jorge Salcido
July 3, 2011
HI Mrs. Gidget My name is Jorge Salcido I´m sorry for your loss, I am the person who bought the speargun from your friend Diana, They said that the person who owned, had the world record for mahi mahi, I saw the name of Joe Denk on the bag, I just like to let you know that I restore the speargun and it looks like new, I am sure your husband would be happy to know that I am taking good care of his baby,
I was born in 1971, is and honor for me to have this speargun with me, I'll try to have lots of fun and good times like your husband did.
best wishes to you and your family
Jorge
Jim Alexander
January 14, 2011
When and where for the celebration of Joe's life?
January 13, 2011
Gidget,
My sincerest sympathy to you and your family on your tremendous loss. I always loved talking to you and Joe whenever we would run into each other at the beach or around town. I am so thankful that we had such a wonderful conversation shortly before Joe passed. What a wonderful man!
Love,
Lynda Novikoff
Orsi Gólya
January 12, 2011
Dear Gidget,
I still can't believe what has happened. I always thought that Joe was going to live forever because he was so full of life. I feel as if I had lost my father. He taught me so much about life. If it hadn't been for him, I would have never become the person I am now. He was such a generous Man. I have so many beautiful memories about him and of course about you, Gigdet. I just hope that you will get through this! Take care! Love, Orsi and the Golyas
Joe and Gidget.
Marco Guzman
January 6, 2011
Diana, Gidget, Joe and Charlotte. Palm Springs, 1980.
Marco Guzman
January 6, 2011
Building a home, 1978.
Marco Guzman
January 6, 2011
Brenda Sakamoto
January 2, 2011
Gidget, I was shocked when my mom, Emi Yonesaki, told me of Joe's passing. I remember him as an active, healthy friend. Do you remember spending New Years in Hawaii with me and my family? That was such a long time ago but I always thought of you and Joe and the wonderful life you had. You were a terrific team - so fun and loving - you have a liftime of memories to carry you through the tough times. Take care of yourself, Gidget. Love and Aloha. Brenda
Emily St Pierre
December 30, 2010
Gidget I'm so sorry to hear about Joe. I'm so glad you two could come to Chatham this summer we were so glad to see you. His stories never end and they are always so interesting. Gos Bless you and I know your friends will get you through this. Love from Chatham. Emily St Pierre
nancy cook
December 28, 2010
Gidget! Joe was so much bigger than life. What a shock that he is gone. Joe Cook let me know. Wow!
nancy
December 23, 2010
Dear Gidget,
I was so shocked to hear about Joe. He has always been such a pillar of strength and vitality---gung ho, damn the torpedoes, full speed ahead kind of guy. I am so very sorry for your loss. I will see you at the memorial.
Love, Kent Caldwell, Hermosa Beach
Steve Zeller
December 23, 2010
Gidget, I will never forget when Joe found out I was trying to teach myself aerobatics in a rented Citabria. He had a cow! He was the best flight instructor I ever had.
Susan Thornhill
December 21, 2010
Dear Gidget - I just learned of Joe's passing. What an amazing spirit he had and what a huge loss this must be for you. I am so very sorry to hear this sad news. Take good care.
Joe at the wall, Manhattan Beach Pier.
Judy Capper
December 21, 2010
Judy Capper
December 21, 2010
My family met Joe at San Clemente State Park around 1963 where we were camping. He and his friends had a van. Paul (Bagles), Harry, and Joe. They had written all over their car. Sayings such as “Lady, your daughter might be in here”. I was 13 then. Joe later bought me my first bikini. The deal was I had to model it for him. When I walked outside the dressing room, he exclaimed, "WOW". He was best man in my father’s wedding, early 70’s. I saw him at the beach over the years, and more recently looked he and Gidget up when in town. There I was in the doctor's office yesterday reading Gidget’s Christmas card, tears welling up in my eyes. When some people pass, you think, gee that's too bad. I thought, why didn't I get to see him just one more time. Why didn't I call him. It's a hard fact that life isn't forever. He was an extraordinary man. I can’t imagine how difficult this must be for you Gidget. My heart felt sympathy. I'll miss Joe.
December 20, 2010
You were a man among men, Joe. I'm glad I knew you, worked with you & played tennis & volleyball with you.
John Stanko
Andrew Kim
December 19, 2010
Dear Gidget,
I just received a card from you about Joe's passing, and I feel tremendous emptiness. I know I have not been out there with the wall boys for a while, but it hurts me to realize that I no longer will be able to see him and talk to him.
I can see Joe flying high up in the sky with his trade-mark smile, a smile of confidence and ever lasting spirit of joy. His life has enlightened all of us, and I am very honored to have known him.
From now on, I will see the reflection of Joe in you, Gidget, with all the goodness in life.
I will see you soon and please take care.
Ann Schottenfeld
December 18, 2010
Dear Bobbi - Nancy told me of Joe's passing. I never had the good fotune to meet him, but I know how very much you loved him and how great a loss this must be for you. Please know that you are in my thoughts and that I love you. your Florida cousin - Ann
Nancy Krinick
December 17, 2010
Dearest Bobbi, I received your card today with the news that Joe had passed on. I only met Joe once all those years ago when I visited you in California - and from that one visit, I really liked him - more than that I know how much you loved him and that you were very happy together - so, for that, I felt really sad at his very untimely passing and for your profound loss. I hope you have loving people around you and know that I love you too - your kid cousin who used to visit you in New Jersey - I love you, Bobbi - always have, always will - Nancy
randall Ushiyama
December 16, 2010
I'm very sorry to hear of Joe's passing.
He was a really great guy, always friendly and a pleasure to work with.
December 16, 2010
Dear Bobbi, My heart goes out to you. I am so sorry about Joe. You had a wonderful life with him as I did with Vern. It is a year for me but we must go on. I wish I could see you again but take care and remember I wish you the best. Love, Miriam Hoover from years past.
Jon & Dale Rice
December 16, 2010
Joe was always a guy you wanted to be around. Always a positive attitude.
Andre & Rebecca Tabacco
December 15, 2010
Dear Gidget, We are so sad to hear about Joe's passing. God broke the mold after he made Joe. We have such fond memories that we now hold closer to our hearts during this time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Marco Aurelio Guzman
December 15, 2010
From the memories of my childhood I can tell to everybody that He was for me a kind of hero,the strongest, the biggest and the must amazing man I ever knew!
I made with him important compromises and I shall keep my word he knows. Wherever Joe is
He must be enjoying life like always did. Hugs dear Nina me and my family are very sorry.
James Smith
December 15, 2010
I am sorry about your loss Gidget, Joe was one of our really good guys, I worked with Joe on different projects over the years as a Design Engineer and he was always a great guy to be around. We will all miss him, Joe was special to all of us, although I would never go flying with him his friendship was appreciated.
Maurice Fialkoff
December 15, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss. May your special holiday memories help ease your grief this Christmas.
Terrance Rutherford
December 14, 2010
Gidget, It was always a pleasure seeing you both on my Cabo flights. The stories of your travels together always held my attention. The longevity of love you both shared will be envied by all. your personal flight attendant...
Chuck Truitt
December 14, 2010
Gidget, even though we never met, Joe and I were always working on or together on projects at AiResearch. He was inventive and very creative in ways we all could learn from. Will miss his big smile and his energy in the ways he enjoyed the outdoors. Chuck Truitt (Riverside)
Matt Rohrer
December 14, 2010
What a man! I will always treasure the "alley conversations" I had with Joe. It was always a pleasure to spend a few moments listening to his interesting opinions and awesome spearfishing stories. Gidget, you are in our families thoughts and prayers. Please let us know if there is anything we can do.
Donna Lee
December 14, 2010
Gidget, I am sadden of the news of Joe's passing. Please know I am thinking of you every day, and how difficult such a loss is for a loved one. xoxo
Joe Cook
December 13, 2010
Hi Gidget, my sincere condolences for your loss. Joe will be well remembered as a true friend, fellow AiResearcher, volleyball player, skier and pilot. He enjoyed life to its fullest and lived well during his time with us. God bless you, his many friends and his family. Joe
Manhattan Beach, Dec 2000.
Marco Guzmán
December 13, 2010
The Joe we will always remember!
Marco Guzmán
December 13, 2010
Preparing his catch in Baja.
Marco Guzmán
December 13, 2010
Playing with kids, Baja, 1993.
Marco Guzmán
December 13, 2010
Gidget, Denkmovil and a beer in Baja.
Marco Guzmán
December 13, 2010
Edward Beauchamp
December 12, 2010
Gidget, my sympathy for your loss. Joe was indeed a man’s man. He made work at Honeywell fun, challenging and rewarding. I am fortunate to have called him a friend. I’m sure God has received him with open arms. Ed.
Marco Guzman
December 11, 2010
Big Joe, indeed a great guy! He understood and felt friendship like few people on earth. His spirit will always be around us yelling: "Get up you pig" Move on.....ohhh!! So many good memories and intense times spent together.
Rest in peace, dear buddy. Hugs Gidget.
December 11, 2010
Gidget: I can't tell you how sad Kass and I were when we heard about Joe's passing. I knew Joe when I was just in high school circa 1967. I will always remember Joe and his great smile. May God bring you peace. Tom DuRoss, Plano TX
Bryan Weaver
December 11, 2010
I am sadden to read of Joe's passing. Let it be known that we appreciate the support and enthusiasm he gave to the sport of water polo. Rest in peace.
Jim Alexander
December 11, 2010
Gidget, my sincerest sorrow for your loss. Joe was the ultimate man's man, something I wish we would have more of these days. We have lost a great talented guy.
Roger Yazbeck
December 11, 2010
My friend, may you rest in peace and may the Lord grant your wife Gidget, consolation in this time of sorrow. I'll miss your tuna parties and stories.
Joe's Record Mahi Mahi he speared in Mexico
Roger Yazbeck
December 11, 2010
Bob Pszyk
December 11, 2010
Hi Gig,
I am so so sorry for your loss.....I'm always here if you need a shoulder. Take care. BOB
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