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Jim Solava
January 21, 2024
Joe,we miss you at pizza luncheon at nick n Vito. Rest In Peace .
Jim
Paul "Pee-Gee" Gruendler
January 20, 2024
Joe and I shared a passion for toy soldiers. I miss him especially at the Chicago Show every September. So glad the reminder come to help my fond memories of a fine man.
Rose Olivieri
January 23, 2023
How can it be that 5 years have passed since you left?
You have certainly been missed dear friend.
Jim Solava
January 20, 2023
It´s hard to believe 5 years have passed. We miss Joe at our pizza lunch at Nick n Vito´s joe 72-3c had a 50 year reunion at Connie´s pizza. I wish you were with us . Keep watching over your family, friends and Chicago´s Finest
Jim
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Billy Moore
January 20, 2022
I last saw Joe in 1971 as we served in VAW-114 aboard the USS Kitty Hawk. In all of these years, I've remembered Joe's friendly nature and the pleasure of being in his company. In more recent years, I enjoyed communicating with him following our reconnect online.
Mary Taylor
March 20, 2018
Dear Pat and family, I was sad to hear of Joe's passing. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
February 5, 2018
Joe, what a friend and friend of many in the hobby of collecting toy soldiers. His love of the hobby was infectious; he was there when we got started offering advice and friendship not just to me but to all. He offered opportunities and fun; what a great guy. Each year we met at OTSN in Chicago, the big toy show. So often, unlike most of the other guys, he brought his family for a couple days of shopping and fun because he never wanted to leave them behind. Great kids, wonderful wife, Joe you were the best. May God bless you and keep you, and give comfort to those you left behind who mourn the loss of a wise, often jolly and very good friend. - Rusty Kern, Publisher, Playset Magazine
Paul Gruendler
February 1, 2018
Joe was a collector friend of mine, who always had a good word. He is sorely missed in our little fraternity. Be sure to get his books on AMAZON.
Therese Gump
January 31, 2018
Pat's mom. is my dear friend Gloria McGrath.We taught at St. Denis,and car-pooled numerous times. I felt like I knew Pat & Joe's family as Gloria shared their events with me every day as I did the same with her. We became close friends so I consider myself kind of a 'friend-in-law', if you will. Joe was in my daily prayers during his sickness and I will continue those prayers for the Jorio and McGrath families. He was well loved and cherished by all. How lucky the world was to have been blessed by his presence among us. Peace,
Therese Gump
Mary Docherty, Ret. CPD
January 28, 2018
My condolences to the Joria family. I knew Joe many years ago during our Chicago State days. He was a very considerate and nice young man. We met again, years later on the police department and as neighbors. He always talked about Pat and his family with such love. Rest in peace, Joe, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Ed Pyrcioch, Ret. CPD
January 28, 2018
My condolences to the Joria family. Joe was a great guy, and a nice man. I worked with Joe in the 18th District. Rest in Peace Joe.
Billy Moore
January 27, 2018
What a fine young man in VAW-114 onboard USS Kitty Hawk he was! So many of us enjoyed his company during a time of long family separations. He was well liked by all of his squadron mates.
Rose Olivieri
January 27, 2018
Words cannot express my sorrow. Joe and I were friends for over 40 years. He was loyal and his calming demeanor kept me grounded more times than I would like to admit. Joe lived for his wife and children, his family was his life, I so admired him for that and so much more. You will be truly missed my friend, by many.
Deb Kelleher
January 27, 2018
I am so sorry to hear of Joe's passing. I was in a seminar with him in Boulder some years ago and enjoyed our discussions. He had many interesting experiences to share. I know his family meant the world to him. I am very sorry for your loss.
Michael & carmen Hinds
January 27, 2018
Joe was an amazing guy and great friend for my entire life all my prayers to his family a deep loss God protect
Brien Oakley
January 26, 2018
Joe was a great individual who will be missed by all who knew him. Joe and his partner Tom would always visit with my mom and our family, on the corner of 107th and Talman Avenue. We were both in the US Naval Reserve together. My condolences and prayers to the Joria family and all who knew Joe.
Bob Dart (CPD retired)
January 26, 2018
God will take care of Joe because he was that kind of guy and everyone liked him.
Jim Solava
January 26, 2018
May he Rest in Peace . I worked with Joe in the 6th District , we kept in touch at our class 72-3C reunions . Joe was a good Police Officer and Supervisor , fun to be around . Prayers for Joe & his Family . You'll be missed at our Nick & Vito lunches .
Jim
~ ~ Fr. Dan Brandt, CPD Chaplain
January 26, 2018
Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. Joe will be remembered at the Police Mass on Sunday, 28 JAN, 11:00 a.m. at Mercy Home - 1140 W. Jackson Blvd. In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of our all-loving, all-merciful God! [www.ChicagoPCM.org or 312/738-7588]
Peg Rafferty
January 26, 2018
I was so very sorry to hear of Joe's illness and passing. Joe and I served together on St. Cajetan's School Board and I always appreciated his thoughts and opinions, as his was usually the
voice of reason.
I'll never forget running into Joe as I was browsing at Border's. One of
the clerks walked up with a stack of books for Joe to autograph, as a local author, and that's when I found out he was a talented author. But Joe never bragged about any of his many accomplishments. I ran into Joe and Pat again at Smith Village when his Mom was there and was so delighted to hear the stories of her writings and how that incredible shared talent was something very special between Joe and his mom.
My prayers are with Pat and Joe's family...
Fr Thomas Nangle CPD ret
January 26, 2018
A good man, with an easy smile and the ability to move beyond small talk and have a deep conversation...may Joe know God's peace now.
Dave Sandlund
January 26, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Bill Kasten (ret. Sgt. 018)
January 26, 2018
My condolences to the Joria family. I worked with Joe in 018 for many years. He was a fine man with a good sense of humor, and a wealth of information. I know he'll be missed, but when you look into the sky tonight, you'll notice it a little brighter, as a new star has been added to the heavens above. God Bless.
Sgt. Al, 018 CPD (ret)
January 26, 2018
Rest In Peace Joe. Thanks for all the kind words you shared when you were in 018.
January 26, 2018
No words can describe how sorry I am for your loss.
Mary Glynn
January 26, 2018
Joe Joria and I were Lieutenants together, in Englewood. I worked on Joes watch. Englewood is a very busy Police District on Chicagos Southside. Joe was a family man. He was devoted to his wife and children. My first night in Englewood, Joe invited me to dinner, at the Book Ladys home. The Book Lady shared slightly damaged new books to Joe. Joe distributed the books throughout the Community. The Book Ladys Home was an oasis in Englewood. Her home was beautiful. Ice blue silk drapes and just a lovely place to be. We broke bread together that night. We had fried chicken and the best peach cobbler, I ever had. That night, I learned about the good people of Englewood, the people behind the doors. Joe and the Book Lady taught me that night, what Community Policing was about. It was working together, the Community and the Police to try to solve crime and make a better Community. My thanks to Joe and the Book Lady.
R.I.P., Joe. My prayers to Joe and the Joria Family.
Mary Glynn, Reired CPD
Fort Myers Beach, Florida.
Jack Lorenz
January 26, 2018
I spent 6 months or so with Joe as a fill in Lieutenant in the 7th District during the 3 Lieutenant system. Primarily because he was a good guy, who was easy to get along with, we made it work and had a good time doing it. I am greatly saddened to hear this and I pray for him and his family.
Angie Brambley-Moyer
January 26, 2018
My sincerest condolences to Terry and the rest of the Joria family. Mr Joria's legacy will move forward through all those he has touched. You will see him in your dreams, and memories will keep his spirit alive and with you always.
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