Joseph KUNTZ Obituary
The loveliest of souls, Joseph (Joey) Michael Kuntz, left this world, much too soon for those who loved him, in the early hours of December 30, 2015, following a cerebral hemorrhage. Joey entered this world on June 15, 1967, the beloved son of Joseph and Lorraine (nee Kurek) Kuntz. He was born and raised in Regina, graduating from Robert Usher Collegiate and the University of Regina. Although his early ambition was to become a professional drummer, Joey obtained his B.A. in psychology before entering the optical industry in the early 1990's. He took great pride in being an attentive, highly-skilled, licensed optician, founding J&J's Optical Gallery with his late father approximately a decade ago. Joey obsessed over G-Shock watches, horror movies, obscure punk and metal bands, and painting 1/6th-scale figures in equal measure. He reserved his greatest devotion, however, for family and friends. Joey was effusive, warm, funny, deeply loving, sensitive, and affectionate. He was a caring and kind-hearted son, brother, uncle, nephew, and friend. He unabashedly adored his fiancee who called him the "sweetest of sweethearts". Joey was predeceased by his dad, Joseph, in 2010, and by his grandparents on both sides of the family. Joey's loss leaves broken-hearted his: fiancee, Sandra Bobyk; mother, Lorraine; brother, Colin (Leanne); nieces, Leecie and Mattea; special uncles, Pat (Carol) and Michael (Carol) Kuntz; special cousins, Melissa Kuntz, Collette (John) Beggs, Brit Kuntz, and Deb Kurek; "best man" Brian Kreutzer; Sandra's family; and numerous other relatives and friends. Funeral Mass will be held at Little Flower R.C. Church, 420 College Avenue, Regina on Tuesday, January 5, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Jose Thomas Periyilkatte celebrant. Interment in Riverside Memorial Park. Flowers most gratefully declined. Donations may be made, in Joey's memory, to the Saskatchewan South Acquired Brain Injury Outreach, 2180 23rd Avenue, Regina, SK S4S 0A5. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit
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54 Entries
Ed and MaryAnne Clark
October 1, 2016
Lorraine & family
We stopped by J&J to visit with you and Joey and were so saddened to hear of Joey's sudden passing.
He was such a unique individual and cherish the many visits we had with him and you Lorraine.
It was an honorary to have known him. We will miss him.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
May you find comfort in the love and wonderful memories you shared with one another.
MaryAnne and Ed Clark
Lynda Bankley
August 24, 2016
Lorraine and family,
I stopped by the shop to say hello and to have my glasses adjusted, and I was deeply saddened to hear of your profound loss.
Joey had a such a warm spirit and kind heart. May you find comfort in the love and memories that you shared with one another.
Warmest thoughts and prayers,
Britt Kuntz
March 22, 2016
I cant believe its been almost three months since God called you home. Some days I wake up and its like a horrible dream. Some days are better than others. Some days all I want to do is talk about you because it makes me smile remembering you. Some days its just too hard to even look at your picture. Listening to certain songs, still too hard.
Can you keep some room for me... wherever you are?
Love you. Britt
Love you. Britt
Joan Pederson
February 5, 2016
I am one of those fortunate ones that admired a colleague's glasses many years ago and was referred to J&J's. It became my place for glasses because of how I was treated. The combination of Joe, Lorraine and Joey made you feel comfortable in their shop. There was always great chatter and laughter. When I told Joey that I get complimented many times on my glasses when wintering down south, he would just say--of course--look at them--they look great! I kept going back because they had such edgy glasses and I stayed because they really cared about you. Even in November when I popped in just for an adjustment Joey was interested in my trip and what I would be doing in Arizona. An amazing man with expertise in his field coupled with a passion to find the right glases by getting to know you as a person. That is a unique and rare quality. We will miss you Joey--my heart goes out to you Lorraine, Sandra and families.
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Alejandro Barrios
January 22, 2016
Querida Sandra, te acompaño en la distancia en estos momentos de dolor que estás pasando, acá tienes un amigo para compartir los momentos de alegría y también para acompañarte en los momentos de tristeza. Rezaré mucho por ti y por el descanso eterno de Joey.
Un amigo que te quiere
Alejandro
January 22, 2016
Querida Sandra, te acompaño en la distancia en estos momentos de dolor que estás pasando, acá tienes un amigo para compartir los momentos de alegría y también para acompañarte en los momentos de tristeza. Rezaré mucho por ti y por el descanso eterno de Joe.
Un amigo que te quiere
Alejandro, La Habana, Cuba
Donna Sebastian
January 8, 2016
Dear Sandra,
My sincere condolences on the passing of Joey. I as still in shock by the news.
I was so thrilled for you to have this man you loved in your life. Hold onto the great moments and memories you had together. Life is so not fair. Hugs.
Dallard and Laurie LeGault
January 8, 2016
Dear Lorraine and family,
We were saddened to hear of Joey's sudden passing. We were away and therefore unable to attend his funeral. Joey's gentle soul and kindness touched many people including our children, who he always took time for right from when they they were young. He was a unique individual and may all of you find comfort in the memories and stories that fill your hearts. We were all blessed to know this special man. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Dallard,Laurie,Graham and Morgan LeGault
Teresa Neustaeter
January 7, 2016
Dear Sandra
It is with a very heavy heart that I write this message of condolences to you. When Carol let me know that Joey had passed away, my thoughts immediately went to you. Although I had only spoken to you and Joey briefly at Carol & Craig's wedding, I knew that he was a very special person and I could tell how much he loved you. My heart breaks for you and my prayer for you is that God fills you with His peace during this time. Please know that you do not grieve alone - everyone that knew and loved Joey grieves with you.
Thinking of you.
Glenn Gottselig
January 6, 2016
Dear Sandra,
Sending you my deepest sympathies for this tragic loss. (Words don't seem enough, when bear hugs are needed.) I do hope your memories serve as some comfort going forward. I know you will be able to feel Joey's spirit in many parts of your life, and hope you will cherish all the ways you both touched each other's lives.
Tracy and Kim
January 6, 2016
We will dearly miss the kind genuine personality of Joey making us feel welcomed and appreciated every time we stepped foot into the shop. It was an honor and we are very proud and grateful to have known him.
Thank-you Joey!
Darlene Gergely
January 6, 2016
Lorraine
Sorry to hear of Joey's sudden passing (I am still in shock). It was such a delight to stop and visit with him even when I didn't need any glasses fixed. He will be missed deeply by all those who knew him. Our deepest sympathy. Darlene (Michael) Gergely
Sharon, and Terry Schneider
January 5, 2016
Lorraine, family,and Sandra,
We would like to express our deepest,heartfelt sympathy to you, the family,and Sandra.Joey was a very special young man, we will miss him. Our thoughts, and prayers are with you. Sharon, and Terry Schneider
Susan Weinberger
January 5, 2016
Lorraine so sorry to hear of Joeys sudden passing. He will be greatly missed by the many lives that he has touched. It was always such a delight to stop by the shop even when I wasn't in need of another a pair of glasses to add to the 6 pair I already had. He will forever be in our hearts.
Susan, Howard Weinberger and Family
Myrna Petersen
January 5, 2016
Lorraine and family,
My heart has been so sad since learning of Joey's passing. I always looked forward to stopping by J&J to chat with Joey and see the latest eye wear. He was such a delight and so unique. I will miss him dearly.
January 5, 2016
Lorraine,
I want to express my heartfelt sympathies to you for this tragic loss. I became a customer at J&J by a desire to support local business and by referral--I stayed a customer because of the wonderful personal service I received from Joseph,Joey and you. As you grieve, please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Susan Way
Sandy Naylor
January 5, 2016
Please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of Joey. My family and I always enjoyed shopping for glasses at J&J. Joey was such a friendly, unique person.
January 4, 2016
To Lorraine and family,
I was deeply saddened to learn of Joey's passing. He was truly a unique and fine individual, a tribute to Lorraine and Joe as parents. He will be missed. Sincerely, Bev Molson
Marlene and Naydia Reves
January 4, 2016
Lorraine and family, sorry to hear of Joey's sudden passing. May you find love, comfort and peace within each other. Hugs and prayers...
January 4, 2016
Lorraine, We are so very sad to learn of the sudden loss of Joey.
Doug and Shirley Proud
Shelly Evers
January 4, 2016
My condolences. I'm very sad to hear the new.
Jennifer Webter
January 4, 2016
Sandra, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you.
lindsay ferguson
January 4, 2016
I'm in shock!!! So very sad! We always went to JJ's since he made my little then 2 year old smile! He always catered to her love of finding fun glasses to wear. Lorraine I'm so very sad for you. You raised a wonderful son! Big, big hugs.
Leanne Lang
January 4, 2016
Sandra, I am so sorry for your loss. I have been thinking of you during this difficult time. I hope your wonderful memories of Joey will provide comfort to you.
Jack
January 4, 2016
Sandra,
thoughts are with you and Joey's family,
January 4, 2016
Our deepest sympathy goes out to the Kuntz family. Joey was a wonderful optician and a good man. He will be missed.
Viva Optical
Carol Kraft
January 4, 2016
Dear Sandra,
I am so sorry for your heartbreaking loss. My deepest sympathy.
Dianne Hupp
January 4, 2016
There are no words to help heal the loss of a loved one. Joey touched all who met him or knew him. Lorraine and Sandra may your memories eventually bring light into the darkness.
Charlene LaFleur-Graham
January 4, 2016
Dear Sandra, hearing about your loss has deeply saddened me but I know that this is far from what you are going through right now. You are in my thoughts and prayers. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family.
January 4, 2016
Our condolences on the passing of Joey. He always made us smile. He will truly be missed. Ron and Brenda Pettigrew.
January 4, 2016
Lorraine and Family
Trina and I are so sorry to hear of Joey pass. He was a great guy and we always had a wonderful experience when we came to J&J. He will be missed.
Trina and Josie
Aaron Ingrouville
January 4, 2016
My sincere condolences and best wishes go out to Lorraine, Colin and family. Anyone who knew Joey knows that his attitude and vigor will be dearly missed.
Lisa Bailey
January 4, 2016
Lorraine, from our family to yours, please accept our deepest sympathy as our hearts break with yours at the news of Joey's sudden passing. Over the many years of knowing Joey (and you & Joe), we knew that whenever we'd stop by the shop, it would never be a quick stop as we'd usually end up down a rabbit trail of conversation about our families, farming, community events, the Riders...and more recently Joey's love, Sandra.
Lorraine, you (and Joey & Joe) made us feel like we were a part of your extended family, and we've always enjoyed our visits at the shop, thank-you.
Sandra, although we haven't met, we were excited for you and Joey when he shared with us that he was getting married! Our hearts break with yours as well.
Joey was a special guy and will be greatly missed.
With much love and prayers, Bruce & Lisa Bailey, Joel & Daniel; Dave & Irma Brightman
Donna Lang
January 3, 2016
My heart goes out to you Sandra & family at this time. No words can comfort the loss - our prayers and thoughts are with you & your family at this very sad time.
January 3, 2016
Lorraine I am so sorry to hear about Joey's passing he was a great guy and we had some great conversations I will really miss my friend he will be in our prayers.
Maureen Legault& Family
Pat & Bryan Kuspira
January 3, 2016
Dear Sandra,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss of Joey. Our hearts go out to you during this very difficult time.
Scott Quendack
January 3, 2016
My deepest sympathy to your family. Joey was a wonderful man and a true friend.
Tom sealy
January 3, 2016
My sympathy goes out to Joey's mom and all the family, may you find comfort in each other.
JoAnn Starosta
January 3, 2016
Lorraine, I'm so sorry for you of Joey's sudden passing it was always a pleasure to visit with both of you when Breast Screening was next to J&J's Joey always made us laugh and he was such a wonderful son to you, please stay strong you are in my thoughts and prayers, JoAnn Starosta
Derek D'Andrea
January 2, 2016
My family and I are very sorry to hear of Joey's sudden passing. He was such a wonderfully unique person.
He will be missed by all who knew him.
January 2, 2016
Lorraine, we are so sorry for the passing of your son Joey,our thoughts and prayer are with you in your time of sorrow. Dot and Nick Christison
Lori Cottrill
January 2, 2016
Lorraine,
So very sorry to hear of Joey 's passing. Our thoughts are with you.
Vince and Lori Cottrill
January 2, 2016
Lorraine,
Sorry to hear of Joey's passing.
Gord Haverstock
Erin McMahon
January 2, 2016
Sandra - Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Tanya, Pat, Sam and Emmett
January 2, 2016
Dear Sandra We are so very, very sorry to learn of Joey. He was more than just a fantastic neighbour . . . A truly kind and caring soul who took such an interest in the boys and their activities. You were so fortunate to have him in your life. Please know that everyone is thinking of you and Joey.
Michelle Dizy
January 2, 2016
Lorraine
I am so sorry for your loss. May your memories bring you comfort.
Kelly Hicke-Murray
January 2, 2016
Lorraine
We are so sorry to hear about Joey. Our thoughts are with you.
Kelly and Ernest Murray, Jackie Hicke and family
January 2, 2016
Sandra,Lorraine & family
Words cannot express the grief we are feeling at this time.
Joey was like a son to us and he will be forever remembered.
Our thoughts and prayers are with each and every one of you at this very difficult time.
Butch & Colleen
Elizabeth Flynn
January 2, 2016
Sandra, Lorraine and family - I am thinking of you and praying for you.
January 2, 2016
Lorraine, our condolences to you and the family.
Jim & Dot Strass
January 2, 2016
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Joey for Sandra and family. There are not enough words to express the sadness for all the wonderful people in his life.
Sheila
Colin&Karen Docherty
January 2, 2016
To Sandra: Our hearts go out to you. May your lovely memories bring you comfort one day.
Rachel (CosmoProf)
January 2, 2016
Joey will be truly missed by all whose lives he has touched. He was an incredible, kind and loving person who always put others first. You will never be forgotten. Lorraine you are one strong woman after all you have dealt with and I wish you the strength to carry on knowing you have so much support around you. Please take care of yourself. My sincere condolences to you and your family. Sending all my love your way.
January 2, 2016
My Condolences
Harvey Keck
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