Joseph Roy Ewen III

I ran into an old friend today, and found out about Joe and even though it have been sometime since I have seen him, I was absolutely crushed. Joe was a kind, caring, and compassionate person. He was intelligent, funny, and a good Christian. I went to school with him for three years in Jr. High, and High School. He was someone who always made me feel good about myself when no one else did. He was one of the most understanding friends I had at the time. I send my deepest sympathy to his...

Although the years have come between us, we will always love the Ewen family. Joe, Jr., and Wayne, our "little brothers" and Papa Joe and Mama B have always been family to us. We are very saddened by your loss and have you in our prayers. God bless you,each in a special way, and may you be comforted by the Holy Spirit.

When I moved to Virginia from Texas, I knew that there would only be a handful of people I would keep in contact with. At the top of that list was Joe, the closest I’ve ever had to having a brother. He had an impact on my life like no one else, encouraging me to be the outgoing party guy, regardless of how shy I actually was. Even though we didn’t talk as much after I moved (a few times a week instead of a few times a day), and we didn’t see each other as often, I always knew that Joe was...

Letter to Joe that I wrote for his Memorial Service:

Dear Joseph,
You have given me so many things. As I look back on our brief time together I am amazed at what I have learned about myself and about love. You showed me who I am. You have left me here not alone, but with a large, loving family that I would have never known were it not for you. You have given me the courage and the strength to move forward and to find happiness even though it will be hard to do. I...

fran & i wanted to express our most sincere condolences to you and dianna and your family. may GOD bless all of you and help you dwell on the good times and memories your son provided you.
will be be thinking of you.
charley