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77 Entries
Evelyn Howell
January 28, 2019
Always remembered whenever I go to Lynn Valley Mall.
Peter Corps
January 25, 2019
I'm going to be adding some recollections to this page, five years later and it's still hard to accept that Joe is gone.. the time I spent with the band were the best days of my life (thanks Bryan)
Lynn Crosby
July 14, 2017
Only the good die young. We miss you like yesterday. Wish we could view you FB page. XO. Artie and Rosie
Nova Staples
July 6, 2017
Almost 4 years. miss you forever. Beatles group playing at local tav always will remind me of you. Aunt Hazel is with you all now. Love you. Your sister Nova xx
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Nova Staples
August 7, 2016
Thank you Peter for keeping this book open. The tears are unstoppable. I miss him so much. He is with our brother Manley and they are with us in spirit and in our hearts forever. xo
January 15, 2015
We went to the pub, they asked Joe to play, a quick huddle with the drummer and base player (who he had not met before)and away they went. Within 10 minutes the dance floor was packed and people were cheering. Such precious memories. Gone but not forgotten.
Evelyn Howell
December 3, 2014
Tom and I went to Lynn valley mall the other day, and we expected to see you there doing your deliveries. It's just not the same.
Blessings always.
chantal kraushaar
December 1, 2014
missing you so much Joe, its not the same without you here. Not a day goes by without me thinking of you and are fun times...<3
Nova Staples
February 9, 2014
Traveled to OHIO state Feb 1-8 to put some of my brothers ashes on our mothers grave in Utica. Our grandparents are there too. It was a very hard week and the saddest thing I have ever had to do. Back in North Vancouver today and it will never be the same without my brother. I will grieve for some time to come and my brother Joe will never leave my heart - I miss you my loving brother Joe. xx Your sister, nova
Evelyn Howell
February 8, 2014
went to Physio the other day in Lynn Valley expected to see your work truck and your smiling face and a friendly wave hello. Blessing always.
February 7, 2014
You are still missed Joe, I keep expecting to bump into you in North Vancouver and am sad that I don't.
L Gale
February 6, 2014
Hey Joe 30 years and I can see you smile and hear you laugh .Everytime I hear blackbird I see your face God love you and all your family
Bob wooodburne
December 26, 2013
Miss you my other brother
Lesley Connors
December 8, 2013
I will cherish our memories dear friend.
Goodtimes with Maureen & Joe, keeping you in memory. We had such a fun summer RV'ing with you and the music . Till we meet again Love Don & Terry
Terry Harborne Don Davies
December 7, 2013
Lori Haugland
December 7, 2013
Joe brought happiness to many friends,family and people he didn't even know through his music. Thanks Joe for advice you have given to my son in the past. You will be missed by many.
Love,
December 7, 2013
My memories of Joe go back to when Joe first met Brienna's mom Marion - as the dazzling musician won over her heart...and they had their beautiful baby girl....any years have gone by since, but I'm so glad for the special relationship he had with Brienna and the musical bond they shared. I'm so sorry for thes loss.
Valerie McBride
December 6, 2013
I am so so sorry, And so shocked. He was a wonderful person and musician and I am so sad he is gone. My deepest sympathy to all his family,
Valerie Mcbride (North Vancouver, BC)
David Hewitson
December 6, 2013
Joe, the mall will forever miss your smile and humour. I will also miss our music chats. RIP my friend. Your Rogers friend
Polly Magnuson
December 6, 2013
Only the good die young! You brought so many of us together year after year that people referred to you as "The Glue" that held North Van together. We miss you dearly Joe. Rest in Peace.
December 6, 2013
We will always remember Joe's enthusiasm for life and music. He brought so much joy to us with his infectious personality and his ability to entertain a wide variety of musical interests/ages. Joe has given us years of happy memories and will truly be sadly missed. Tony & Lori Caldwell
*ps- thanks for my "Secret Agent Man" request over the years!
Bill & Joanne Waddington
December 5, 2013
Wow, this was such a shock. We had no idea. We hadn't seen Joe in quite awhile. We wish we had. He was truly a great guy. Loved his music and great talent. A true lose to the music community and the community in general. Joe was a true mench. Our thoughts of him will be with us forever. He will be on our prayer list with other great people such as him who had crossed to the other side. Our hearts goes out to all who loved him. Truly a great loss.
In Light and Love
Paul Heron
December 5, 2013
We had some really good times in the mid 90's parties out on the deck listening to music, talking music and picking up a guitar once in a while. I believe I was your first male tenant, I'm not sure you would have rented the suite if it wasn't for our musical connection and conversation at the viewing. I also met my wife Megan of sixteen years in the basement suites thanks to you.
Years went by our connection was on and off, lost touch a little bit over the years and caught up in minutes after bumping into all over the North Shore. You will be missed Joe, awesome musician with great stage presents and a flawless voice and giggle... priceless
Theresa Bazin
December 4, 2013
Hey Joe,
I am still in disbelief that you are not here and I can't call to ask your advice about things. I remember our talks, walks and laughs-you really are a GREAT Uncle Joe. Josh, Kevin and I miss you so much and don't worry we will bring the HAMMER to the volleyball game next summer in the Okanagan :). Miss you and love you so much-thank you for being the "glue" in our family. Love Always Tree
Kris Olufson
December 4, 2013
I always enjoyed seeing Joe out on his delivery route, he would always stop and we would have our musical chats, what a fine musician with a golden voice and a genuinely good person. Your smile will be missed. Kris Olufson, retiree Canada Post
Bob & Val Hayward
December 4, 2013
We remember Joe as a fun-loving fellow who took great delight in entertaining with his music and songs. Whenever he was on the scene we could be sure good cheer would abound. He was a valued friend of our family who will be greatly missed. R.I.P., Joe.
Elaine Suddes
December 3, 2013
Rest in peace, sweet Joe.
Debra Levingston
December 3, 2013
Rest in peace Joe. Here's hoping that one day in another place all the musical talents in this family can join together and have a real hootn nanny. Until then God bless and be with you.
Lisa, Ed, Kyle and Tianna Van Vliet
December 3, 2013
You will always remain in our hearts Joe. You have touched so many with your truly amazing gift of music. Not a song will go by without thinking of you. I will truly miss our on stage duets and you teaching Tianna new songs to sing. You were such a vibrant man who inspired many, a small piece of all of us will go with you. Until we meet again my friend. Adios Amigo...
Jim and Louise Wright
December 2, 2013
Sun and Sand won't be the same without you. We will miss your great volleyball games and your music around the fire. We will be remembering you! Rest in Peace!
December 2, 2013
We will never forget your faithfulness in visiting our son Bill during the year he was hospitalized following his car accident. You were a true friend. Rest eternal grant unto you Joe and may light perpetual shine upon you. Dick and Joan Proctor, Gibsons, B.C.
Jo Ann Durbin
December 2, 2013
Cousin, you were a treasure to those who knew and loved you. Your presence was always felt. Now the void you leave is unbearable. Those you leave behind are better people for having known you. Rest in peace cousin Joe. Those remaining will console each other and remember you intensely with love. Cousin Jo. xoxo
Brett Lawrence
December 2, 2013
There is hole in my heart and I will always miss you. Love you. Rest in peace my brother.
December 2, 2013
Your spirit shines on Joe...R.I.P.
Valerie Ball
December 2, 2013
I look forward to seeing your smile again one day, Rest in Peace.
Betty Ann Vivian
December 2, 2013
Joe, my friend, you are now with all of our loved ones! We'll miss you and your wonderful voice but know that you're watching over us! Hugs!
December 2, 2013
I only had the pleasure of knowing Joe for less than 2 years... he was one of the most vibrant and funny people I have ever met.. a big heart and so passionate about music. You will be missed by everyone.
love Annie
Burnaby, BC
Pup and Shelly Kraushaar
December 2, 2013
Your love for people and music brought happiness to all. We love you so much and while our hearts are broken, we know that you are in a better place and no longer in pain. Until we see you again....xo
Bernie Morissette
December 2, 2013
You touched a lot of lives my friend. It was a pleasure to have known you. Onward.
Antoniette Desmarais
December 1, 2013
My thoughts and love to all the family. Uncle.Joe was an awesome man with a big heart. Always smiling always singing and made me feel like family. I love you uncle Joe.
To Jason and my kids he was Great Uncle Joe. They loved skyping with him
His funny voices and loved singing with him most of all. Even if they didn't know all the words.. I can hear him now in his Donald duck voice talking to Franke and Elsie.
Olah Uncle Joe until we meet again. Love always and forever the Desmarais
Devils
Also love to Mom - Noma. Brianna. Selena. Josh. Uncle Brett and the rest. Keep strong. Love from us.
I love you!!!
Holly Grismer
December 1, 2013
Uncle Joe...you were a very special part of my life. I will miss you soooo much xo
December 1, 2013
We love ya Joe and will miss you greatly. Ken& Barbie
Pebbles
December 1, 2013
Joe I miss you like crazy and mostly your little chuckle. I will never say goodbye but will say til we meet again.
Sharlene Winram & Dave Rhodes
December 1, 2013
Joe you always brought everyone together, to dance and enjoy with your music. A thought you never said to me without it being full of laughter. God bless you my friend.
John Lam
December 1, 2013
It was a pleasure to know you. You were such a great guy and so talented. Rest in peace buddy.
Elizabeth Meers
December 1, 2013
Thanks for bringing so many people together with your love of music and good times,you will be missed and never forgotten.
Shane Staples
December 1, 2013
Joe, your time here was cut short from our perspective, but what do we know? You are soaring now with angels and singing in heavens choir. You will be missed but never forgotten.
Frances Proctor
December 1, 2013
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will miss you always. -
November 30, 2013
Rest in Peace Joe. You will be missed.
November 30, 2013
I will miss you forever Joe, a better friend I never had. May God bless you.
Bill Proctor
November 30, 2013
I miss you Joe. You were always my great friend since '78 when we both worked at NS News. Years & distance between us a better friend I never had.
Sharon Ramsay
November 30, 2013
Joe, Your voice had been silenced but your music will be heard forever... rest peacefully my friend.
Jackie Brown
November 30, 2013
"God Knows I'll See You, See You On The Other Side". (Ozzy Osbourne) RIP Joe.
Good Bye Lynnwood Bash
Jacie Brown
November 30, 2013
Debbie Knott
November 30, 2013
I am so deeply saddened by your passing. You always had time to stop and chat with me and your music made me dance. You were a great person Joe and I'll miss seeing you around town. Rest in piece my friend. <3
Stevan Opsic
November 30, 2013
Will Miss You Joe
Rest in the peace…..
Lori Jarman
November 30, 2013
I will always have fond memories of you, Joe! Definitely one of the good guys. I hope heaven is enjoying your great laugh!
Lee Gordon
November 30, 2013
Always sharing a smile that will not be forgotten.
Evelyn & Tom Howell
November 30, 2013
We will miss randomly bumping into you all around North Van Joe, and catching up on whats going on.
Blessing.
Evelyn and Tom Howell
Peter G. Buchanan
November 30, 2013
Rocked with U before & will again sometime ... RIP, Bra .!!
Colleen Curtis
November 30, 2013
You will be missed by so many. Make your music in heaven, with others that were taken to soon.RIP
Karen Hirst Prince
November 30, 2013
RIP Joe you are free of pain now. You will be missed very much by all and forever remembered and in our hearts. See you on the other side someday
Gavin Bamber
November 30, 2013
I remember joking with Joe that I should order more parcels just to see him more often. I miss his smile and the twinkle in his eye.
Geoff Hill
November 30, 2013
Rest in Peace Joe, you were a very good man
November 30, 2013
Rest in peace Joe, you were a very good man
Larry Sewell
November 30, 2013
Missing you Joe. You were like a brother to me.. Just happy you are no longer in pain.
Tara-Kelly Andrews
November 30, 2013
It was an honour to work with you Joe. You will be greatly missed but never ever forgotten.
Freakers' Ball 2012
Colin Hartridge
November 30, 2013
To a long time friend and fellow rocker...
"If I don't see you no more in this world, meet you on the next one, and don't be late (Jimi Hendrix)
Donice Steel
November 30, 2013
Joe you were always been a kind-hearted person with lots of love for everyone and a smile for all you will be sorely missed I hope to see you again on the other side loved you love your music rest in peace
Tom Ball
November 30, 2013
Will always be thinking of you Joe My friend and hope to see you again some day some place......
Michelle Morissette
November 30, 2013
You are a good man Joe!!! I will miss you dearly!
November 30, 2013
Dear Joe you have had an impact on my life and you will be missed. I hope you had a safe journey home my friend.
Nova Staples
November 30, 2013
I miss you my Brother. You will always be in my heart forever.
Art and Rosie Kyllonen and Crosby
November 30, 2013
We are devastated at the loss of our Joey. An awesome man and great loss for all. Joe's love of music and passion for travel created his vibrant and wonderful personality he blessed us with. We will miss his cute little giggle and thrive for life. We can't express enough how our heart poor out to his family and close friends. As well we know how much Joe loved adventure so we keep telling ourselves he has not left us he has just gone away. We imagine he is in Brazil. We love you Jose and Happy Trails our Friend. Until we meet again. Love you! Art and Rosie
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