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JOSEPH STEVEN ELLER

1997 - 2017

JOSEPH STEVEN ELLER obituary, 1997-2017, Kansas City, MO

BORN

1997

DIED

2017

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Passantino Bros. Funeral Home - Kansas City

2117 Independence Boulevard

Kansas City, Missouri

JOSEPH ELLER Obituary

JOSEPH STEVEN ELLER Joseph Steven Eller went to be with the Lord in Heaven on September 5th, 2017. The Rosary will be prayed at 4 p.m. followed by visitation from 4:30 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, September 12, at St. James Catholic Church, 309 S. Stewart Rd., Liberty, MO 64068. The Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, September 13, at St. James Church. Burial will follow at Terrace Park Cemetery. The family requests no flowers. Joseph was born July 26, 1997, in Kansas City, MO. He was a 2016 graduate, with honors, from Staley High School, where he was a member of the National Honor Society, a Student Council member for four years, and was in Leadership Class. Joe's ACT score was in the top 20% of students in the country. His writing score put him in the top 12%. Joe competed in district and state competitions in DECA, placing 1st in an individual event in Sports Entertainment Marketing, and placed 5th in State Competition in Sports Marketing. He also led in events including DECA Dash and Fall Leadership. Joe was starting fullback for the Staley Falcons football team, lettering four years. He was honored as 2015 2nd Team All-Conference, received the 2015 Staley Football Most Inspirational Award, and was a college recruit. Joseph was preceded in death by his great-grandparents, Salvatore and Angeline LaPuma, Victor and Katie Carullo; uncles, Dominic LaPuma and Dominick Carullo; infant cousin Gabriella Arnone; and cousin, Peter Michael Carullo. Joseph is survived by his mother, Angela Marie Carullo; father, Steven Michael Eller; brothers, Michael Salvatore Jones, John Ross Eller, Nicholas John Eller; sister, Roseanna Marie Eller; grandparents, Michael and Roseanne Carullo; aunt, Rosemary Carullo; cousin, Natalie Hook; great-aunts and uncles, Nadine LaPuma, Kathy Zarlingo (Frank), John LaPuma, Lois LaPuma, Josephine Carullo, Vickie Carullo; aunt, Julie Arena Swope (Lee); and his dog Max (aka Mier Booty). Pallbearers: Michael Salvatore Jones, John Ross Eller, Nicholas John Eller, Steven Michael Eller, Alex Majors, James Carmichael. Honorary Pallbearers: Dominic Arnone, Vincent Arnone, Michael Arnone, Sam LaPuma, Joseph Patrick Swope. Condolences may be offered at www.passantinobros.com

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Published by Kansas City Star on Sep. 10, 2017.

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Beth Ann Ingle-Fanna

September 12, 2024

Hard to believe its been 7 yrs that you have been gone nephew. Seems like only yesterday. I know that you are enjoying spending time with you grandparents in Heaven. See you on the other side young one!

Stephen Connelly

August 17, 2020

Requiem aeternam, dona ei Domine, et lux perpetua luceat ei. Requiescat in pace. Amen.

Baby Joe

dad

July 16, 2018

6 year old Joe

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July 16, 2018

Senior Joe

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July 16, 2018

Shanjon Hicks

September 14, 2017

So sorry for your loss mike, for your family to, I was there but you was to busy so i just wanted to tell you I'm sorry for your loss, thinking of you and your family

With deepest sympathy, Missy

September 13, 2017

I am so very sorry to hear about Joe. Sam has been talking to me almost every day since Joe's passing about all of you. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

The Vallejo Family

September 13, 2017

Our family is deeply saddened by the passing of Joe. We'll always remember him fondly. Especially our memories of him as a little boy playing and running in the backyard with his brothers and throwing a football. Please accept our deepest condolences. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Amy Bax

September 12, 2017

Angela- I am just at a loss for words! No mother should ever have to bear the unimaginable pain you are suffering right now! Please know my deepest sympathies are with you and your family and I am just a phone call away! Joe sounded like such an amazing person, anyone who came in contact with him was certainly the lucky one to get to know him! He seemed to be such a blessing in everyone's life! Love you and praying non-stop for you all! ❤

Brenna Ildza and family

September 12, 2017

Steve and Angela, Michael, John, Nick, Rosanna, and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

John Garcia

September 12, 2017

Mike and Roseanne and family. Very sorry for your loss of your grandson. Our prayers are with you. May he rest in peace

Kevin and Tracy LaValley

September 12, 2017

Gone way too soon.

Cunningham Family

September 11, 2017

Joe, you were such an inspirational and motivational young man. Your knowledge was way beyond your years--such an old soul in a young man's body. Thank you for the positive impact you had not only on us, but on both of our kids throughout the years. RIP Joe. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Sam Brown

September 11, 2017

Joe,
I miss you more and more everyday. I just want you to know how much I appreciated you and everything you did for me. You always treated me like family and you have such a big heart. I love and miss you.

-Sam Brown

Carmella Carullo-Kovach

September 10, 2017

Dear Angela & Family,

Words can not express the sadness of your loss. Know that you are in my prayers and may you find comfort in your many fond and loving memories. Joseph was a remarkable young man.

Jensine Kinate

September 10, 2017

Joe worked with my sons at North Kansas City Community Center and worked with my two younger sons to help train them out of the goodness of his big heart. He touched each of my four sons with his joy and love of life, as well as my husband and I. We were so impressed with his enthusiasm and concern for others. He was and is unquenchable. Blessings to his family. My heart aches for you.

Deb Bosak

September 9, 2017

I know Joe because my son, Jacob, is a friend and played football with Joe. I was one of the football moms that helped with senior dinners and football at Friday dinners before games. I fondly remember that Joe always had a smile on his face and was such a polite person. He was so well liked and respected by his teammates.
My heart aches for your family and I hope that all the special memories help you through the grief.

John & Gigi Bills

September 9, 2017

Mike and Rosanna and family
Wish we can take away your pain but can only pray for comfort. So sorry to hear about your loss. May the Lord be with you now and always

Mary K Johnston

September 9, 2017

My heartfelt condolences on the loss of an aspiring young man.Memory Eternal
From Vickie Carullo friend

Lisa Wiles

September 8, 2017

Andrea Dayoub told me of your loss, my thoughts & prayers are with you and your family after this tragic loss- there are no words when you lose a child. Please know we are praying for you all

Beth Ann Ingle-Fanna

September 8, 2017

Gone way too soon my nephew. Soar high on your wings and say hi to everyone in Heaven for me. Love you!

Duane Cordell

September 8, 2017

This is Duane Cordell and I work with Mike Carullo at Creative Dental Arts. I ve known Mike for close to 30 yrs and I think the world of him I provoke him and pick at him but it is all in love.
I was deeply saddened when I heard of Joseph passing.So young with a life ahead of him. I met him a few times and always thought he was a nice young man.
My prayers are with all of you during this very difficult time and for the days ahead.

Tyler Cantwell

September 8, 2017

Joe,

You were a great friend. Thank you for always smiling and being positive. Your amazing. Can't believe your gone.

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Sep

12

Rosary

4:00 p.m.

St. James Catholic Church

309 S. Stewart Rd., Liberty, MO

Sep

12

Visitation

4:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

St. James Catholic Church

309 S. Stewart Rd., Liberty, MO

Sep

13

Mass of Christian Burial

10:00 a.m.

St. James Catholic Church

309 S. Stewart Rd., Liberty, MO

Sep

13

Burial

Terrace Park Cemetery

MO

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2117 Independence Boulevard, Kansas City, MO 64124

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