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Memories and Condolences
for Joe Balshone
Loretta Curry
March 21, 2025
I really miss you. I loved working with you for over 10years.
You were teaching me how to appraise jewelry. We
Started making great
Things. I will always wonder
how things would be if he was still here.
RIP Joe!!!
Enid Posich -Foster
March 22, 2009
I just found out that Joe had passed. We went to The Winchendon School together. He was a loving and generous person. My sincerest sympathy to all who lost him.
Roger Brooks
February 8, 2009
My belated Condolences to Joe's Family. Joe was a great guy though my enemy in game he was my friend in life, we talked many times on the phone and had some fun times at gencons. You will be greatly missed my friend
*S* BW
David DeRosier
December 9, 2008
As I walk into guzman park and remember the days of old I remember there was one who taught me about Honor, Respect , judgement and loilty. There were a few years I talked, fought and laughed with this warrior, hell he was a "friend", and helped bring Davion back to life on the kesmai severs.
My teacher, my commander my XO and most of all my friend you will be sorely missed knowing you've taught me all you could and it leaves me in waiting till we meet again.
Peace my brother R.I.P
"Fires 21 acc's into the air "
Walks off with a bowed head and broken heart.
LTC ShadowMaster
Israel Rozemberg
December 6, 2008
I just found out about Joe's passing. While we never met, we belonged to several email lists and through their contact I learned what a wonderful person Joe was. Pray Kaddish for Joe, my friend. You are missed
Lori Salyer
December 4, 2008
First I would like to give my condolences to the family.
Unfortunately I have been keeping away from the online gaming community for a few years and have just found out of his passing.
As I sat reading his obituary I could not help but think of the first time I set eyes on Joe Balshone. All I can remeber since it has been so long ago is the smile that beemed across his face as I shook his hand.
He will be missed in my heart.
Joe Happy 52nd Birthday
Loretta Curry
November 18, 2008
Happy 52nd Birthday Joe
Loretta Curry
November 18, 2008
On this Joe's birthday I miss him even more. So heres to you Joe HAPPY 52nd BIRTHDAY!!! We all sure do miss you...
Brad Smith
November 16, 2008
Sorry to see a fallen MPBT warrior. I believe I met Joe at GENCON one year. Seemed like a classy guy.
RIP Deathwalker, may heaven be full of all nighter battletech!
Greyson Death
Steiner-BoRg-
October 22, 2008
I have fond memories of Joe taking me under his wing when I was a new Helper on MPBT:Solaris. A kind old soul who'll be missed.
MPBT Owl
Kaijin HK
Zephyr BRs
Godot SAS
Mike Maloy
September 16, 2008
I knew Joe through the Wizard's Gate BBS he ran back in the early 90s when I was in college. Though I'd never met him in person, he was always a friendly and jovial fellow. I wish I'd kept in touch all these years, if only just to say thanks for all the fond memories. R.I.P., Joe.
Tony " Dragon " Avera
September 8, 2008
While I have just found this book, I have known of Joe's passing for some time. Allow me to offer my condolences to his family.
I had the honor of fighting against him in Battletech as well as serving under him in the game Aliens Online. But most importantly, I had the greatest honor of being able to call him my friend. He will be missed.
Cindy
September 6, 2008
Belated condolences, although I don't know him personally, I did drop against him and his clan many times online in MPBT. He was one of those that loved and breathed in the game. For that, he made a mark on thousands of players over the years. Joe, you will be missed
Cinderella
Ex Draagun, CHS and Fallen
Doug Vernon
August 7, 2008
I just found out about this today. Joe and I talked every three months or so over the years. I talked to him in early March and when July came and went I tried calling and found the number disconnected. I will miss my friend. He was always there for me. I wish I could have been there for him.
Martin Haske
July 29, 2008
I just heard through GIA of Joe's passing. We had talked occasionally about his new PhD program. We had a lot of common interests, I'll surely miss our conversations. He was way too young to leave us.
enid posich foster
June 21, 2008
So sorry to hear about Joes passing! We had great times at The Winchendon School and I remember him fondly. Enid
Gwen Myers
June 21, 2008
I cannot believe Joe is dead! I remember him when we attended tThe Winchendon School together. I should have contacted him sooner.....He will be missed.
Matt 'Rogan Lysis' McMillen
May 30, 2008
I only knew Joe online but he will still be missed.
Peter
May 28, 2008
Thanks for all the work you put in, Joe. I used to stay up all night playing, sometimes. Your work won't be forgotten.
Rygat
May 5, 2008
A Big Salute to a great community leader. He will be missed by many.
Debbie Denning
May 5, 2008
I shall miss our talks and you my friend...
Matthew Margolis
May 5, 2008
For once in my life I am at a loss for words, as some here can attest to... is very hard to do.
each time I read or am reminded of Joes passing and as I write this now my eyes well up with tears...
G-d Bless you Joe,
as a pebble is dropped into a placid lake and it's ripple spread so to did you with all that you touched.
Shaun H
May 4, 2008
I always admired you, in MPBT. So sorry to hear of the passing of a great man.
Rest in Peace, Joe.
Billy <Walker> Washam
May 4, 2008
Hard loss this one. Joe was a special individual. He helped to build entire communities of friends that have stayed together for almost 2 decades. He was one of the originals and one of the lynch pins through out it all. Anyone who does any multiplayer online gaming owes Joe a massive debt of gratitude. For those of us that knew him in person, we lost our best friend and teacher.
Thanks for everything Joe.
Bruce "X-Men" Seamans
May 4, 2008
His memory will live on as he was a great man and an asset to everything he was involved in. My condolences to his family. As I never really knew Joe personally, I knew him online, and seemed like a very outstanding gentlemen.
Alexander Fhij
May 4, 2008
My condolences to the family and friends of Joe.
He was a great man, with a big heart and a kind soul.
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Dave 'Grond' Baker
May 3, 2008
My belated condolences to Joe's family. I think Joe would appreciate (and throw out an acidic-yet-gentle quip about) how HIS online community has drawn together--for many, after years of drifting apart and separation--as news of his passing makes its rounds.
He left such a positive mark on many people's lives with his wisdom, humor, and caring. His stories were irreverent and whimsical. So was Joe.
I'm honored to have called him friend and the world is a little less bright with him gone.
Via con Dios, Joe.
John "dogmeat" Moes
May 3, 2008
My wife and I were shocked and saddened to hear of Joe's passing. We both fondly remembered meeting and getting to know Joe over the years. To Joe's family, you have my most sincere condolences. To friends and family alike, I share in your loss, Joe was a good friend, he will be missed.
Daniel Beahn
May 2, 2008
Joe was a great guy - he always had something nice to say about you, and something positive to say to you. I could certainly learn from his example. Joe started me down a path I don't think I'd have considered if not for him. There were many great memories, experiences and friends made as a result.
John Worrall
May 2, 2008
I was very saddened to hear about Joe's death. He was the sort of man who took a genuine interest in whoever he was talking to, and who played an active role in helping those around him realize their potential.
As a friend, Joe could keep a secret, conspire to do great things, share a laugh and give you an honest assessment of any situation.
Karen and I enjoyed knowing you, buddy - I hope you can finally get some decent rest.
Jay Blincoe
May 2, 2008
I'm sorry to hear of Joe's passing. Joe and I worked very close together at Kesmai. He was a great advisor and friend, and was instrumental in my growth as a young professional. Joe was always pressing me to grow and to do bigger and better things. This I will never forget - and is a testament to his impact on others around him.
He was well loved and respected by the MPBT crew and a lot of online gamers. I learned a lot about the industry from him.
Jay B.
Cynthia (Lucy) & Bruce (Bonsai) Linton
May 2, 2008
We have just found out about Joe's death and are deeply saddened. He was a man of great kindness and joy, with strong opinions and a wicked sense of humor. He has been part of our lives for nearly 20 years and I can't imagine how much more pale that life would have been had we not known him.
Diana and Randy Eichman
May 2, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with Joe's family. We started out knowing Joe first online and later in person when all of us lived and worked in Charlottesville. Joe was a wonderful man, a kind and caring friend and will be missed.
Bryan "Cid *IB*/Ghazban" Reed
May 2, 2008
I don't know what to say. Joe was a great man and a true friend. My thoughts go out to his friends and family.
Eddie "KODIAK" Johnson
April 30, 2008
I offer belated condolences to Joe's family. I knew Joe for many years, mostly online and over the phone. I was fortunate to consider Joe one of my friends and will miss him greatly. He was a good man and a good friend.
Bob Taft
April 29, 2008
To Joe's family and friends,
I send you my belated condolences on Joe's passing. I just learned of Joe's passing just this afternoon.
Joe was one of the finest people I ever had the opportunity to meet. We shared a long friendship based on a common love for a community of gaming enthusiasts. I thought of him as one of my steadfast friends in our participation in that community.
I have fond memories of our time spent together laughing and enjoying our time spent together both online and in person over the years.
I will miss him greatly. He was a man of honor and dedication that many of our community grew to respect and love over the years. I have wonderful memories of our times spent together over the 16 years that I had the fortune to call him my friend.
Robert "Redburn" Bowman
April 28, 2008
I have just learned of the loss of Joe. I'm at a loss of words, I've know Joe since the mid 90's from the early internet days
Donald Johnson
April 28, 2008
To the family,
My belated condolences to you.
I just learned of this today.
Joe was one of the finest people I ever had the good fourtune to meet. I thought of him as one of my true friends, and he was a rock of support when my wife passed a few years ago. He was a member of our online community. I will greatly miss him.
Donald Johnson
Robert Scheel
April 28, 2008
Joe was a good friend with a quirky sense of humor that always made me laugh. He will be missed greatly.
Robert Scheel
Nick Brunstein
April 28, 2008
I have just learned of the loss of Joe. I considered Joe my best friend, and he was like a brother to me. Joe was the godfather of my daughter Grace. We will miss Joe greatly.
Loretta Curry
April 6, 2008
I am so sorry to hear about Joe. I really will miss him. He was a wonderful person to work for. He was more than a boss. I will always remember Joe he had a wonderful heart. I will truly miss him forever..
Cathy & Lynn my heart goes out to you.
Susan Callif-Eisenman
March 31, 2008
Daer Balshone Family,
I am thinking of Winding Hollow and all the times Joe protected me from all the Big kids! He was very sweet and each time I saw him we would have great talks of our parents and how we had the best times at Winding Hollow in the pool and at the Snack bar. I think of your family often, your parents and mine having great times on trips, playing golf and just being together!
All the Callifs in Bexley Send our Love
Susan Callif Eisenman
Susan hutson
March 27, 2008
Dear Lynn and Family,
I was so sorry to read today about your brother. Your family are part of our wonderful memories of growing up on Columbia Avenue. Our deepest sympathy to you.
Susan Office Hutson and brother Jerry Office
Alan Weiler
March 27, 2008
Dear Lynn and Family. I am so sorry to read of Joe's passing. Please accept my sincere sympathy. I have such warm memmories of Joe, your Mom and Dad and you are in my thoughts. Bobbie and I are in Florida this week with our kids but I am thinking of you. Alan Weiler
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