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This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Tyrone Coleman
September 19, 2011
I wish to take this belated opportunity to issue my most sincere loss of your son.
May God Bless you and keep you ..
Carol Whitney
December 17, 2010
I remember your son's obituary from the Times-Dispatch and now from the U VA magazine. What a terrible loss for you and your family and I'm so very sorry. It makes me want to hug my almost 20 year old son that much harder.
Angie & Ken Green & family
November 1, 2010
Dear Donna, Billy, and Amanda,
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of Joseph. Please know that we are thinking of you all. You are in our prayers.
Love to you all,
Angie & Ken Green & family
October 11, 2010
Dear Donna, Billy, Amanda and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. There are no real words to express the deep sympathy and concern I have for all of you. I know that you blessed Joseph's life, as well as he blessed yours. I held all of you up in prayer for many months, and may it bring you some comfort to know that I will continue to do so.
Much love, Chandra
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Tara Croom
October 8, 2010
Donna and Billy,
Im so sorry for your loss, Joseph was a one of a kind person with a Beautiful Spirit and Heart of Gold! I was Blessed by getting to know him when I did CPT at MCV. He was always happy go lucky and was always eager to make you laugh. His light will shine on forever.
Barbara Brandon
October 8, 2010
Although I didn't know your son, his life is an inspiration to us all. I pray that you will be able to pick up the threads of your lives and remember the happy times. When I looked at the memorial video, he had a smile in almost every picture, truly a testament to his strength and courage. He was a remarkable person and I know you must be so proud of him. My heart goes out to you. God bless all of you.
October 3, 2010
Donna and Billy, I only knew Joseph when he was just a baby, while Amanda and my girls played together in the Foxberry subdisivon. I was so sorry to hear of your loss, please accept my condolences.
Sincerely,
Robert Collier & Family
Debbie Martin Robins
October 2, 2010
Donna, Billy and Family,
May God wrap his arms around you and comfort during these difficult times. May Joseph's memory bring you warmth and smiles in the days to come.. I am so sorry for your loss.
October 2, 2010
Dearest Donna, Billy and Family;
My prayers have been with you through Joseph's illness. Please know that there are many who hold you all dear in our hearts as you have given Joseph your untiring love and support. I know that you have touched the lives of many through this journey. May Joseph's spirit live on through you and all that knew him.
Fondly, Vetta Stith / Markey Rd.
Page Bishop
October 2, 2010
I am so sorry I never had the pleasure of meeting Joseph. I have been praying for him and for your family for several months as he has been on the prayer list at Central Baptist Church. Please accept my condolences for your loss.
He sounds like such a wonderful young man.
Dean & Carolyn Myers
October 2, 2010
Dean and I were devasted to learn of your loss. It seems as only yesterday we were all at Chester Skateland watching him play hockey. May all the yesterdays you shared bring the comfort and peace you need today. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
October 1, 2010
Donna, Billy, Amanda & Benjamin,
May the good Lord's peace and comfort envelope all of you today, tomorrow, and in the coming days and months. Joseph is smiling down with his bright, sparkling eyes, hockey stick in hand, and saying, "We'll be together again soon enough." He'll be an AMAZING guardian angel because he had the best examples in all of you here on earth.
With the most heartfelt prayers and sympathy,
Tim, Mary Beth & Kyle
Niki Austin
October 1, 2010
To the Roberts family,
I met Joseph years ago when he was on my brother Shane Austin's hockey team. I thought then as I do now that he was a remarkable young man. He never let being sick keep him from playing a game he loved. May your fondest memories bring you peace through this difficult time. Our family has you in our prayers!
Niki and Shane Austin and family.
October 1, 2010
Donna and Billy; The love, stregnth, courage and devotion you gave to your Son Joesph; A Child of God, will continue to comfort you now and the days ahead. May the love and stregnth you nourshed daily for Joseph, deliver peace and prayer now and forever. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Know your Angel is only a thought away.
With deepest sympathy,
Mark and Michael Ellis
Shirley Lyons
October 1, 2010
Billy and Donna, please accept our heartfelt sympathy for you and your family. Joseph was a special young man and you should be proud that you raised such a resilent, loving and caring individual. He brought more to all of us than many who live many years longer. Words cannot provide you with peace at this time, but know that you have many people who will always remember Joseph with love and with admiration. May the prayers of all of us give you some comfort.
With truly fond memories...
Mike and Shirley Lyons and family.
Chrissi Doane
October 1, 2010
To the Roberts family,
My heart has been broken for you all. I pray for your comfort and peace as you heal. Joseph made an impression on so many for his strength and determination and he will be remembered forever.
Cindy Kucera-Wingold
September 30, 2010
I believe in Angels and I am sure your son will be the best one yet.
Kateland Snead
September 29, 2010
Roberts family, you are such amazing and strong people. Joseph was a true gift to the world and the hockey community. He was such an amazing hockey player and always gave 110% on the ice. I loved sharing memories through Robert & Joseph's hockey career together. He always had a smile on his face, and was such an inspiration to the team! Now, he is breathing easy playing hockey with Robert in heaven. He will be truly missed, and he has put such an impact on my life because of how strong he was. He did what he loved, and never let anything get in the way of his dreams! I'll never forget you Joseph. Roberts family- please stay strong, and if you EVER need a thing...you know who to call!
-Kateland Snead
Candi Hoover
September 29, 2010
Billy Roberts & family
My deepest heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family. I pray that somehow you can find peace and comfort. It was truly a miracle of the will and ambition for life that Joseph had. treasure and hold dear to your heart the happy memories that you shared. If there is anything we can do, please let us know.
Kelly Otto
September 29, 2010
Roberts Family --
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Joseph. I had just learned about his transplant about a month ago and have been thinking about your family ever since. He was such a positive spirit and sweet boy. Please know that our family is thinking about you during this difficult time.
Kelly Otto (Hughes), Roger and Faye Hughes
Debbie Green
September 29, 2010
Donna, Billy, and Amanda,
I am heartbroken for you! My family has been praying for Joseph and for you daily since we read about Joseph's transplant. We will continue to pray that God will comfort you and give you strength. Joseph was truly an amazing gift! Even as a child, he had such a joy for life! He will continue to inspire many people!
All my love,
September 29, 2010
Such a sweet person and a real joy to be around. I have watched you grow up with Kayla. I will always remember our first trip to the ice rink when u met us there and tried to keep us from hurting ourselves. Rest peacefully now and you and Tommy go easy on everyone up there. My prayers are with ur parents.
Sincerely,
Carol Bowyer
Rhonda Fosse
September 29, 2010
I've been keeping up with his progress through Leah and Terri. I have prayed for Joseph, now my prayers are for his family - may God offer you peace and strength as you struggle with your loss.
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