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Joseph Altmann Obituary
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 6, 2012, at St. John's Catholic Church, Marshfield. Rev. Charles Stoetzel and Rev. David Rybicki will officiate and music will be provided by Suzanne Golden as organist for St. John's Church Funeral Choir. Burial with full military honors will take place in Gate of Heaven Cemetery and the United States Army Honor Guard will serve as pallbearers.
The visitation will be held on Thursday from 3 p.m. until 7 p.m. at Columbus Catholic High School, Marshfield. A combined parish and Knights of Columbus rosary service will be held at 3 p.m. on Thursday at Columbus High School.
Joe was born on Dec. 15, 1984, in Marshfield, the son of John and Janice (Spencer) Altmann. He attended Marshfield Area Catholic Schools and was a 2003 graduate of Columbus Catholic High School. He also attended the University of Wisconsin-Marshfield/Wood County and University of Wisconsin-Marathon County before active duty in the Army in April of 2005.
He attended basic training at Fort Leonard Wood, Mo., graduating in July 2005. He trained as combat medic at Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio, Texas, graduating in November 2005. Joe completed further medic training in October 2010 when he was awarded the Expert Field Medic Badge. This was a multi-day training and testing course that culminated in a 12-mile run which needed to be completed in under three hours. Of the 160 participants that started, only 12 completed and were awarded the badge.
He was initially assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 3rd Field Artillery Regiment, 2nd Armored Division, Giessen Germany and served first tour of duty in Iraq from January 2006 to March of 2007. He returned to the states in June 2007 to begin assignment at Walter Reed Army Hospital until June 2008 when he was assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 27th infantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division station at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii. He served a second tour in Iraq in 2009 before returning to Hawaii. He began his third tour of duty in Kunar Province Afghanistan in April 2011. He was due to complete his tour in February or March of 2012.
He married Nikki Lee Nichols on Feb. 15, 2011, in a private ceremony on the beach in Honolulu, Hawaii
Joe was an avid outdoorsman and lived his life to the fullest. He is remembered most for his quiet demeanor and unwavering friendship.
He was awarded the Army Commendation Medal, 3, Army Achievement Medal, 3, Army Good Conduct Medal, 2, National Defense Service Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal with Bronze Service Star, Iraq Campaign Medal with Bronze Service Star, 2, the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Noncommissioned Officers Professional Development Ribbon, the Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon, 4, Combat Action Badge, Combat Medical Badge, Expert Field Medical Badge Combat and Special Skill Badge Basic Marksmanship Qual Badge.
He also received NATO Medal, Bronze Star Medal and Purple Heart, posthumously.
He is lovingly survived by his wife, Nikki; his parents, John and Jan Altmann of Marshfield; a sister, Kristen (fiancé Pat Niehaus) Altmann, and brothers, Robert and Michael Altmann, all of Marshfield. He is also survived by his maternal grandmother, Caroline Neuman of Marshfield; and his paternal grandparents, James and Geraldine Altmann of Marshfield. He is further survived by mother- and father-in-law, Kelly and Nick Nichols; brothers-in-law, Seth and Scott Nichols, of Smithville, Texas; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
He was predeceased by his maternal grandfather, James Spencer; and paternal step-grandfather, Norbert Neuman.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be designated to Columbus Catholic High School, USO, Fisher House, or Wounded Warrior Project.
Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Altmann
Charles Gili
September 4, 2018
Hello,
We realize that we are very late to express our deepest condolences, but we wanted to let your family and friends know that we will be sending Care Packages to deployed troops this week and we'll be dedicating several of these to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo and the hometown of Joseph J. Altmann US Army Staff Sergeant. We realize that this is a small tribute, but we do this with all respect and sincerity and we want you to know that it is made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals from across the American youth hockey community. We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you safe and strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of our US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
November 1, 2016
I hope you can get thought without your family member
Leila Campbell
May 1, 2013
To the family of Staff Sgt. Joseph J. Altmann:
The Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation will be honoring your loved one at the non-denominational Christian Memorial Day Remembrance worship service at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, 26 May 2013. We will remember the casualties of the Global War on Terrorism from Minnesota … and the bordering states of Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Outside of the historic Fort Snelling Veterans Memorial Chapel will be a “Memorial Garden” filled with some 300 white crosses bearing the names of the war dead … including your loved one.
The Memorial Garden will be encircled with larger white crosses representing all of the wars of our nation's history and give honor to all who have served in the United States Armed Forces and made the ultimate sacrifice for the freedoms we enjoy today. Wreaths will be placed at the foot of each 8-foot cross bearing the number of U.S. Service Members killed in each of America's conflicts.
I would like to extend to your family an invitation to honor us with your presence at worship as we pay tribute to the sacrifice made by your service member and family. Our pastor, Kenneth L. Beale, Jr., will preach a message entitled, “Freedom:Free, but Costly.” At the conclusion of the worship hour, all of the congregation will be invited to silently pay their respects at the garden and there place poppies at each of the crosses. A Memorial Rifle Squad of the Fort Snelling National Cemetery will fire vollies as the US flag is lowered to half-staff and Taps is played. Following your visit to the Memorial Garden, your family is invited to attend an informal reception (weather permitting) outside of the Chapel. The Memorial Garden will remain until 5:00 p.m. on Monday, 27 May (Memorial Day).
As this Christian worship service has traditionally been well attended, we would be happy to reserve seating for you and yours. To do so, kindly call (651/286-7296) and leave a voice message indicating your veterans' name and the number of persons attending. For more information about the Foundation or driving directions to the historic chapel at Fort Snelling, visit our website at: www.fortsnellingmcf.org Special rates for nearby hotels will be available. For more information call (651/286-7296) or email the office ([email protected]) and leave your name and contact information.
Also, beginning at dusk (8:30 p.m.) on Saturday 25 May through dawn (6:30 a.m.) on Sunday, 26 May, a “Prayer Vigil for Peace” will be held in the sanctuary of the Chapel. You are invited to stop by, light a candle and place it at the foot of your loved one's cross in the Memorial Garden … and then enter the Chapel for prayer.
If you are not able to attend, we pray that you would find comfort in knowing that our prayers are with you and all of the fallen heroes.
Respectfully,
Leila Campbell
Office Manager
Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation
email:[email protected]
web site:www.fortsnellingmcf.org
Peggy Childers
December 23, 2012
December 25, 2012
To the family of Staff Sgt. Joseph J. Altmann:
Joseph gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
August 23, 2012
Joe I miss you. You were always there when I needed to talk to you with my problems. I miss you man!
May 2, 2012
To the family of Staff Sgt. Joseph J. Altmann:
The Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation will be honoring your loved one at the non-denominational Christian Memorial Day Remembrance worship service at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday 27 May 2012. We will remember the casualties of the Global War on Terrorism from Minnesota … and the bordering states of Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Outside of the historic Fort Snelling Veterans Memorial Chapel will be a “Memorial Garden” filled with some 300 white crosses bearing the names of the war dead … including your loved one.
The Memorial Garden will be encircled with larger white crosses representing all of the wars of our nation's history and give honor to all who have served the United States and made the ultimate sacrifice for the freedoms we enjoy today. Wreaths will be placed at the foot of each cross bearing the number of U.S. Service Members killed in each of America's conflicts.
I would like to extend to your family an invitation to honor us with your presence at worship as we pay tribute to the sacrifice made by your service member and family. Our pastor, U.S. Army Chaplain Col. Kenneth L. Beale, Jr., will preach a message entitled, “Lest We Forget Freedom's Cost.” At the conclusion of the worship hour, all of the congregation will be invited to silently pay their respects at the garden and place poppies at each of the crosses. A Memorial Rifle Squad of the Fort Snelling National Cemetery will fire vollies as the US flag is lowered to half-staff and Taps is played. Following your visit to the Memorial Garden, your family is invited to attend an informal reception (weather permitting) outside of the Chapel.
As this Christian worship service has traditionally been well attended, we would be happy to reserve seating for you and yours. To do so, kindly call (651/456-4410) and leave a voice message indicating your veterans' name and the number of persons attending. For more information about the Foundation or driving directions to the historic chapel at Fort Snelling, visit our website at: www.fortsnellingmcf.org Special rates for nearby hotels will be available. For more information call (651/456-4410) or email ([email protected]) the office, and leave your name and contact information.
Also, beginning at dusk (8:30 p.m.) on Saturday 26 May through dawn (6:30 a.m.) on Sunday 27 May, a “Prayer Vigil for Peace” will be held in the sanctuary of the Chapel. You are invited to stop by, light a candle and place it at the foot of your loved one's cross in the Memorial Garden … and then enter the Chapel for prayer.
If you are not able to attend, we pray that you would find comfort in knowing that our prayers are with you and all of the fallen heroes.
Respectfully,
Leila Campbell
Office Manager
Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation
email:[email protected]
web site:www.fortsnellingmcf.org
Lynne Neibert
March 6, 2012
Prayer Shawls 4 Fallen Soldiers ([email protected]) is an organization with groups throughout the country who strive to send handmade prayer shawls and/ or lap robes to families who have lost a loved one in service to our country. Members of Trindle Spring Lutheran Church in Mechanicsburg, PA would like to honor your son and husband's sacrifice and memory by sending our prayers and comfort through a shawl which we will mail to you. If you are interested, please contact me at [email protected] with the names and addresses and what they would like to receive. We will send them as soon as possible. Also, if you know of any other families who are grieving the loss of a loved one who died serving our country, please pass along my e-mail address, as our organization can no longer get family contacts through the military. May God bless you and comfort you in the days ahead. Sincerely, Lynne
Gary Allain
February 17, 2012
STAFF SGT. JOSEPH J. ALTMANN
You are my Hero may God keep you in his arms forever.
Rita Menet
January 20, 2012
There's a land
Where the birds are singing
And the skies are always blue,
On the other side of the rainbow
Where your soldier waits for you.
Safe at last from the sins of mankind
And the ravages of war
On the other side of the rainbow
Is the child that you adore.
In their eyes is the light of heaven~
On their face is the same loved smile~
On the other side of the rainbow
Where they'll greet you in a while.
May your sorrow be replaced with the joy of the memory of Joseph.
Be well,
Rita Menet
A Blue Star Mother
jane/AdoptaPlatoon Soldier Support Effort
January 19, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Sgt. Altmann and all his beloved brothers and sisters in arms. On behalf of my family, I send my never-ending thanks for his service and his sacrifice to our country. May he rest in peace and forever be loved.
Jane Wengert
January 12, 2012
There are no words to console at a time like this. We pray the memories and the presence of friends and family help you through this difficult lost.
Jane Wengert and family
January 10, 2012
Our condolences to the Altmann family. I remember Joey as a little boy when he'd come over to his grandparents house and I was visiting with Krisann. He was such a little cuty and a sweet heart. My heart goes out to all of you! He is a true hero. Our prayers are with you all. May you find peace and strength in Jesus.
Dawn & Daniel Lenz
Nikki Burr-Skroch
January 9, 2012
Military families are the bravest souls and unfortunately, there are no words to help curb your sadness. Memories are the strength to help us through the tough times. I'm sure Joe supplied you with many to bring a smile to your faces.
Jillian (Burger) Bohman
January 8, 2012
Deepest sympathy to all of the Altmann family. Know how proud we are of Joe and the sacrifices he has made. I was not able to get to know Joe on a deeper level, but from what I did know of him, he was a great kid and I am positive an even better man. He was always kind and considerate through school which led him into adulthood and the most honorable life. Love to all who have been affected by this tragic incident. Including his wife, family, friends and all of the soldiers around the world who are risking their lives to save ours.
January 7, 2012
my deepest sympathy to the family of joseph j. altmann. may god bring peace to his family in the difficult days ahead .
Cindy Jones
January 7, 2012
My deepest condolences to you all. My son Justin who served with Doc/Joe has told us what a remarkable young man he was and how he has touched so many lives. His memory will live on in all who knew and loved him. May God be with you all in this time of grief and may your memories help you through it.
Carol and John LaPorte
January 7, 2012
Your son has given us all a great gift. Our country is free because of brave men and women that are willing to risk their lives for all of us. He paid the total price and for this we say thank you and grieve for your loss. No parent should see their child's life end. We pray for your family, his wife and all those he loved. What a great man you have raised. If we could, we would wrap our arms around all of you until the pain leaves. We cannot, and the pain will not leave. We can only pray that God holds you close to his heart.
Tina Beck
January 7, 2012
Joe, you and your family and friends will forever be in my thoughts and prayers. Thanks for being such a great friend - I will always keep a piece of you in my heart. See if you can set me up with a place in heaven somewhere near you so I can be an annoying neighbor or something :)
Raye Kaser
January 6, 2012
Kristen, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I remember one time when Joe was home and you showed me pictures off his laptop, you, so excited and proud of your brother!
Jane, Maria, Christine and Jim Anderson
January 6, 2012
To the entire Altmann family from ours. We are so very sorry for the loss of your son while defending our freedom here back home. We wish to extend our sympathy to you and wish you well. Also, thank you Joeseph J. Altmann for sacrificing your life to make ours safer. God Bless.
Jane Wetterau
January 6, 2012
To the Altmann family and Joe's wife Nikki. My deepest sympathy to you all in the loss of your son and husband, for the ultimate sacrifice he made for his country and fellow man. I'm sure he is in God's loving arms, and being a guardian angel to all he loved here on earth.May your faith help you through this most difficult time in your life. My thoughts and prayers are with you now and in the coming days.
Laura Lyon
January 6, 2012
my thoughts and prayers to the family. i did not know him but he will always be in my prayers. a great man fought for us and will never be forgotton
January 6, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Altmann family and Nikki. May your memories help ease the pain. Joe gave his life for our freedom. God Bless you all!!
~ Terry & Jan Hertel, Marshfield, Wisconsin
Lois Lenzo
January 6, 2012
May God bless your family,friends and your military brothers.A true loss for all.My prayers go out to everyone and hope you find peace for he is a true hero.
Janet Dettmann
January 6, 2012
My sincerest condolences to you and your family. Joe is a true American hero and will always be remembered.
January 6, 2012
May God bless your family at this time. I pray that you will someday find peace in knowing that your son left a legacy that will go on forever.
January 5, 2012
Your loved one gave the ultimate sacrifice of his earthly life on Christmas Day, a good and faithful servant. May you find comfort knowing that Joe received his best Christmas gift ever~to meet his Lord and Savior on Christmas Day. We are praying God will comfort you and bless you with his peace.
George & Lynn Hart family (Marshfield, WI)
January 5, 2012
Rest in Peace Warrior and condolences to the entire Altmann family.
John P. Bersalona
SGM (RET.)
Marshfield Columbus High School, 1983
January 5, 2012
Thoughts and prayers to the family and his wife. My community lost a brother in arms early this summer. It was terribly difficult on all of us. May you find comfort in him now being at peace.
January 5, 2012
i want to give my prayers to the parents of joseph as a parent should never have to bury their child but as for me i had to bury 2 sons and it is so hard one was 23 and the other was 26. what keeps me going is that i know where they are and i was always told that god doesn't always want old flowers he wants young ones to. i also wish his wife the best and he always will be watching over his entire family and saying don't cry for me i am with god now. i know exactly what the parents are going through. my deepest condolences to all of you
marilyn setzer neillsville, wi
Helen Burkhalter
January 5, 2012
Thoughts and Prayers to the Altmann family.
Faith, John, Cheyanne & John Moen
January 5, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Altmann family!! We are so sorry for your loss, Joe was a true hero!!
Karen Delis
January 5, 2012
Please accept my deepest and heartfelt sympathies...rest in peace good and brave soldier. May God who has granted Joseph, the joy and peace of heaven, grant your family peace and comfort at this very sad time.
Ruth Gabriel-Benesh
January 5, 2012
Just as Joseph has found peace "in the palm of God's hand", may you find comfort as well excepting his embrace.
Awilda Torres
January 5, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Joseph was a much loved and respected member of the Wolfhounds, he will be missed by all. He would not be forgotten. Thank you for the ultimate sacrifice.
Awilda Torres, Executive Director Caribbean Women Veterans Inc.
Puerto Rico
January 5, 2012
Janice, John and Family,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. My heart is saddened by your loss of your son Joseph. I wish I could be there to honor him and express my sympathies in person. I've been thinking about him all week and what a nice young man he must have been. You will all have a special place in my heart. Godspeed Joseph. You will be missed so much. Thank you for all you have done for this great country. You will never be forgotten.
Angie Anderson
Janesville WI
1980 Graduate - Columbus High School
Angie Teatz
January 5, 2012
Our deepest condolences. You are all in our thoughts.
Jamie, Angie, Lola and Isla Teatz
January 5, 2012
"With our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Staff Sergeant Joseph Altmann. A man of true Honor and Patriotism. With heavy hearts, we are truely grateful for his service and the sacrifice of those who knew and loved him. You are forever in our thoughts and prayers". Douglas J. Wood Family (Hewitt, WI )
Jordan Parker
January 5, 2012
I want to send my prayers and thoughts to the Altmann family and a huge thank you to Joseph for his sacrifice for our country.
Toni Kay
January 4, 2012
Rest in peace... My sincere condolences to, sadly, another Gold Star Family.
Toni Kay, mother to
Specialist Christopher B. Fishbeck
KIA 6-6-2011 Sadr City, Iraq
brandi majerus
January 4, 2012
Rest easy "Wolfhound" you will be missed. Your brothers and sisters will never forget you.
Holly Seehafer
January 4, 2012
Dear Altmanns,
I wish I could extend my deepest sympathy personally. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Cousin Holly
Christine Kroll
January 4, 2012
My deepest condolences to the Altmann family. Joe and I were classmates for 6 years, in middle and high school. He was always there, to make you laugh and put a smile on your face. He and I would chat often, while he was overseas, the memory of which is very dear to me. Joe, you exemplify what it means to be a good, gentle soul. As much as it hurts to know you are no longer with us, I am happy to know that we all have a hero watching over us. I will always hold dear the moments we shared together. "When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure." Rest in peace, Joe.
Luke Sprague
January 4, 2012
My deepest condolences for your son's ultimate sacrifice for this country.
January 4, 2012
"It is foolish and wrong to mourn the men who died. Rather we should thank God that such men lived."
- General George S. Patton, Jr
My deepest sympathy for your loss. Take comfort knowing he is with the Lord in Heaven. God bless.
Dennis Hickey Co. A 2/27 Wolfhounds 1970 RVN
Benjamin Romero
January 4, 2012
A RVN Wolfhound, sending my condolences to family, friends and fellow hounds. Benjamin E Romero, Denver, Colorado
January 4, 2012
To the Altman Family, Our deepest sympathies to the entire family on your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I salute Joseph for giving the ultimate sacrifice. Respectfully, Gary Hawk (Waretown,NJ)
travis haupt
January 4, 2012
I did not know this man, but I want to say, "thank you sir" for protecting the freedoms I take for granted on a daily basis. I also want to say, "thank you" to his parents for giving life to an exceptional human being that strived for the betterment of others.
Ron Zais
January 4, 2012
The good Lord has just received an oustanding medic, God Bless and may he rest in peace
Tammy Livingston
January 4, 2012
Many thoughts and prayers to all of the family. Thank you Sgt Joe, for fighting for my freedom. Rest in peace.
January 4, 2012
Kristen, Pat and the entire
Altmann family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and always.
Paul & Jana Haas, Hernando, Mississippi
Anna (Spencer) Stock
January 4, 2012
Although we can't be with you while you remember your loved one, you're in our thoughts and prayers from afar and may you feel the warmth of God's love surround you at this time.
James Altmann
January 4, 2012
You will allways be in our hearts, Miss you Smowman...
Dick Lange
January 4, 2012
God speed my friend. May God welcome you to heaven and take your place amoung the heros that have paid the ultimate price for our freedom. Thank you for keeping me free.
Kelly, Jennifer, Cade, Meghan, & Wyatt Esker
January 4, 2012
Our deepest sympathy goes out to the Altmann family. Joe, the last time I saw you I remember how strong, confident , & brave you looked. My children thanked you for your service. We will returned in the following days to thank you again for your ultimate sacrifice for defending our freedoms one last time. You are a hero & an example for my children to follow. We will never forget. May God bless you & comfort your family.
Stacey Fecker
January 3, 2012
Kristen and Pat so sorry for your loss. May God give you strength to find peace. Joe will never leave your memories. Your friends The Feckers
Jim See
January 3, 2012
God Bless you all during this time of loss. May you find Peace and Comfort that Joe is with the Lord.
Melissa Stueber
January 3, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Altmann family and Nikki.
Kat Freeman
January 3, 2012
My thoughts and prayers stay with the entire Altmann family, Nikki, & Joe's fellow soldiers over seas during this very hard time. Thank you to Sgt Joe Altmann for all his service & sacrafice he has made to our country!
May he never be forgotten. Rest In Peace.
Dan, Linda, & Craig Walgenbach
January 2, 2012
Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you who are experiencing the unfortunate death of Joe Altmann. He was a respected soldier and will always remain in his friend's and family's hearts. May God bless your family and we know Joe is at peace with His Heavenly Father!
Cliff and Lisa Hansen
January 2, 2012
To the Altmann Family,As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this very difficult time. Thanks Staff Sgt. Joseph for your service and dedication. God bless you amd your family!
Cheri and Gary Imhoff
January 2, 2012
With sincere and heartfelt sympathy, may the love of family and friends bring you peace and comfort.
Nancy Trierweiler
January 2, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Altmann family and Nikki. The ultimate sacrifice was paid by your son/husband/friend, and we want you to know we will never forget that fact! God Bless you all!!
Chris Schlenker
January 2, 2012
To Nikki and the entire Altmann family --
Nikki, so many times I fondly remember hearing you tell stories about Joe, that I feel like I almost knew him. It tears me up to know that you and your family are dealing with this terrible tragedy. I cannot possibly imagine the pain you all are experiencing at a time like this. Please know that many of us are avavailable to offer any support or lend an ear anytime you need one.
I know that as time passes by, while memories and feelings never fade, that Joe's life, while cut far too short, meant something incredible, and that he died in a way that many of us can only hope to strive for; one of extreme honor.
On behalf of a grateful nation...
Kathryn Jensen-DeLugo, USN-Ret.
January 2, 2012
Words do not suffice to express the sorrow or ease the pain of your passing. As you join the ranks of so many that have gone before you and continue your service from above, rest peacefully knowing that Nikki and your family will have continued love and support and your life, service and sacrifice will live on in them. RIP my Brother, from a grateful veteran.
Tammy Lanzer
January 2, 2012
God Bless you Nikki and Staff Sgt. Joseph Altmann's family. My heart breaks for you and I want you to know Joe will not be forgotten!! Thank You Staff Sgt. Joseph J. Altmann for your Service to our Great Country and the Sacrifice you have made so that we remain Free here in the USA!! Your are a True Hero!! Rest in Peace Soldier!!!
Amber Matthews
January 2, 2012
To my dear friend and co-worker Nikki. Words cannot express the sadness and heartbreak I feel for you. Your face lit up anytime spoke of Joe. You were everything a military wife should be and Joe was proud of that! May God bring u peace and comfort! And to the Altmann family thank u for Joes service and sacrifice!
Keri Pankratz
January 2, 2012
Joe you are a hero and will never be forgotten.
Michael Weaver
January 1, 2012
To the family of SSG Joseph Altmann: You have my deepest sympathy & condolences in the loss of your loved one. If invited, know that the Patriot Guard will come with the utmost RESPECT & COMPASSION. We come because we feel it is our DUTY. Our OBLIGATION to Joe and all of you. May he rest in peace. And may the good Lord bless all of you. Best regards, A Vietnam Vet and Sr Ride Capt, Patriot Guard, N.E. Wisconsin ~
January 1, 2012
My heart breaks for the family of Staff Sgt. Joseph J. Altmann. I can see he was loved and respected by so many and I am so very thankful for his service. May God bless you all.
Katherine DeFeo, Pollock, Louisiana
Donna Griego
January 1, 2012
Joe, I did not know you, but my heart broke at the word of your passing, and my prayers have been going out for you family and friends since the moment I heard. As the mother of an Infantryman, I want to thank you for all that you have done for your soldiers. You Docs are loved and respected and prayed for, by all of us who have a loved one in the Infantry.
I have read about you, those you served with loved you very much, and respected you greatly, and your loss hit them all very hard.
Go with God Joe, you did your job well, you took good care of your soldiers, and you will never be forgotten. I and my family are so very grateful for men such as you, and we grieve your passing.
May God grant all peace and comfort to your mom and dad, and your wife, rest assured they are in our prayers Joe.
Sandra Aderhold
January 1, 2012
To the Altmann Family and Nikki on the loss of your son and husband SS Joseph Altmann -my deepest condolences. May your family and your faith in God give you the strength through this difficult time.
RD
January 1, 2012
To Nikki and the entire Altmann family of Staff Sargent Joseph Altmann: I offer my heartfelt deepest sympathy to you. I appreciate his commitment to his role and the sacrifice he made for freedom not only for us, but other nations throughout the world.
Cindy Jones
December 31, 2011
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. My son Justin who served with Doc in Iraq always has spoken so very highly of your Son. He was truely a remarkable person and all that knew him respected him greatly. His memory will live on forever and his sacrifice will never be forgotten.
God be with all of you.
Sylvia Kronenwetter
December 29, 2011
Please accept my deepest sympathy
for the loss of your son and Hero
Joseph, and my sincerest gratitude
for his service.
God Bless you Staff Sgt. Joseph J.
Altmann...you will not be forgotten.
John Weber
December 29, 2011
No words anyone can offer can take your pain away...this I know...even tho' I'm only 15 years old. I would like to be a guest speaker at SGT Joseph Altmann's funeral and would be honored to do so. I'm an Eagle Scout, founder of Do Salute, (which is on Facebook) and recently earned the 2011 Young Person of hte Year award in Wausau Wisconsin. I speak at veterans, soldiers, and patriotic events. I know little things at times such as these can mean alot, so my offer is as genuine and heartfelt as the many other prayers I'm sure you are receiving. It's probably overwhelming in so many different ways; while there must be so many other details you have to tend to. I love our soldiers and veterans and started an organization called Do Salute which invites everyone to honor our soldiers and veterans everyday, and not just on Veteran's Day. Sending you Love and God's Peace during this very difficult time and please know my heart is heavy, even tho' I didn't know your son personally, because I do care and so do alot of other people and because it's the right thing to do because we are proud Americans who will NEVER FORGET and ALWAYS REMEMBER our Fallen Soldiers. From my heart to yours. John Ricki Weber Wausau, WI 715.370.3758 (I got adopted from Russia three years ago and from the moment I landed in Atlanta, GA I tasted freedom for the very first time and i'll never forget how sweet that freedom is and this is why I do what I can do show our armed forces how grateful I am that they have made such a beautiful country for me to be all who I can be and a country that welcomes my very best. I salute you Sgt. Joseph J. Altmann and thank you from the bottom of my heart. My email address is: [email protected]
MacDaniel
December 29, 2011
Dear Altmann family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
For you every single soldier
Those who served so honorable
Your life was forever altered
While I'm home safe and free
I stand with grateful admiration
I stand respectful and so proud
I know I'm only a civilian
And I don't even know if it's allowed
But I salute you; allow me the honor
to salute you with permission let me say
Even though I hold no rank know that from my heart
My humble gratitude comes from the deepest part.
I salute you.
For those missing in action;
for those who didn't make it home.
I know you're in God's presence you are not alone.
For every neatly folded flag;
for every shattered family
I will do the only thing I know to dignify your memory.
I salute you, allow me the honor
to salute you with permission let me say
even though I hold no rank know that from my heart
my humble gratitude comes from the deepest part.
I salute you.
I Salute You.
Suzanne MacDaniel - A Proud Aunt
Colonie, NY
SGT. David M.Fisher
KIA 12/1/04 - Iraq
My brother Joe & me
Ruthy boehm
December 28, 2011
Your Joseph had the same first name, and middle initial of my brother Joseph J Boehm who is also serving in the same 27th Infantry Regiment that your's served in. My brother spoke of him once or twice in our brief phone calls. Our Familys hearts are broken and we mourn with your family. We have a prayer on our hearts everyday for my brother,and his regiment. I pray and hope from the bottom of my heart that your family will eventually find healing and comfort. Thank you Joseph J Altmann for serving your country, and giving it your life, May it never be in vain or taken for granted.
My deepest condolences.
All the love & prayers in heaven, and on earth to your family.
Ruthy m Boehm.
(photo of me & my brother currently serving in the 27th inf Afganistan)
Ron & Darlene Boehm
December 28, 2011
Your son, Staff Sgt. Joseph J. Altmann was in the 2-27th inf. as is our son Joseph J Boehm. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this hard time. We are so grateful for your son who gave his life so that we can have protection and freedom. Your son will never be forgotten.
The Beatitudes in Matthew 5 say that you are blessed and will be comforted.
Mike & Sandy Krege
December 28, 2011
Our hearts go out to the family of Staff Sgt Altmann. You are so right, your Christmas will never be the same. We know this because our own son, Pfc Travis Krege, 2-27th inf., was KIA 12/6/06. We send our prayers to our fellow Gold Star family members, and we will never forget Joseph and what he died for.
December 28, 2011
Our family knows the pain and heartache your family is going through. We are so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
The Kirton Family
Army CPL Brandon Kirton
KIA May 18, 2011 - Afghanistan
John Regan
December 28, 2011
To the Altmann family - Our deepest heartfelt sympathy on the death of your son. SSG Altmann was a true hero who knew the dangers and still chose to serve our country. God bless Joseph and your entire family.
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