Joseph J. Vrabel

You came up and introduced yourself in Kindergarten when we were 5. We played as kids, we grew. We lost our friend Kelly too soon, you lost your Mother as a young man of 19 I think-too soon. My journeys took me far away from the land that I love, from the folks I knew. We last met when i came back from Serving long ago and last talked long ago after I left yet again. I am sorry I missed you my old friend. I hope that you and Theresa had a good life together. I know that in your Service as a...

I knew both Theresa and Joe. I ran with Plainfield Fire Company for years and went to nursing school with Theresa. I am so sorry for the loss your entire family has experienced over the last year. Your entire family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Joe was a great friend to our family, especially our grandson. Nick has fond memories of going with him to Cabellas, the train station and doing fireworks at the house. And especially his recent trips to the shooting range. He was a great role model for him. Rest in peace my friend.