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Joseph Trantham Obituary
Vedra, his mother, says that the moment he was born she know no greater love and truly realized that there must be a God to have created such perfection.
Joey, as he was known to family and friends, was a gentle and kindhearted person. He knew how to make people smile, even when they didn't want to. A natural prankster, he had a quick wit with great comebacks, always speaking his mind with a twinkle in his eye and a grin on his face.
Family and friends were very important to Joey. When he wasn't hard at work, he could often be found with siblings, cousins, and other family members, telling tall tales that everyone would believe. He had many friends, and was willing to do anything for anyone. He always held his Elders in high regard, taking the time to visit with them and listen to their stories.
As a young man, Joey enjoyed the great outdoors, especially hunting and camping. He was also very passionate about his cars, gaming (Call of Duty, Halo), and music.
Joey graduated from the Anchorage Youth Academy. He completed the Crossing Program which he was particularly proud of. He worked in maintenance at the Anchorage Downtown Partnership, and it was his dream to become a mechanic.
Joey is survived by his mother and stepfather Vedra and Matthew Bechtol; his father and stepmother Joe and Louisa Trantham; his brothers Jason and Matthew; his sisters Melissa, Madison and Chanelle; his great grandparents Mary Craig, Mary Bindara and David Trantham; his grandparents Jean Trantham, John and Carol Craig; as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
A visitation will be held Wednesday, November 16th, in Anchorage at the Muldoon Baptist Church starting at 1:00pm. A memorial service will be held Friday, November 18th, in Copper Center at the Kluti-Kaah Memorial Hall - the service is scheduled to begin at 1:00pm.
Joseph was an organ donor and gave the gift of life to others. Donations may be made to the Ronald McDonald House (5130 40th Ave NE; Seattle, WA 98105). Arrangements were entrusted to the Legacy Funeral Home, Kehl's Chapel.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Trantham
Matthew bechtol II
October 10, 2023
I wish I could of known you better I wish to be able to hang out with you and just talk to you and know who you where I've heard stories and it just makes my want to know you more
Olivia Ortiz
December 14, 2011
I love you and I miss you soo much. I sleep with your blanket everynight and your on my mind everyday. I cried alot yesterday because I couldn't stop thinking about how great of a person you are and how happy you made me. I wish I could hear your voice again. I'll never forget you and I'll never love anyone like I love you.
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jason trantham
December 14, 2011
i love u and miss u bro
Samantha adams
December 13, 2011
Joey you always made me smile when i saw you when i was down you would say something funny that wouldn't make me just laugh it would make everybody laugh i wanted to go to funeral but i had no money i will miss hanging out with you i was looking forward to hanging out with you again but all i can say is you will be missed bro:)
Amber Lile
December 9, 2011
Joey I haven't seen you since we were kids but I have a lot of good memories that I will never forget. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I just wish I could have gotten to know you better as time went on.
mothers day2011. rest in peace my dear nephew! remember when i took you to texas n you only wanted to bring a snake back!! "i'll turn it loose on pla
marlene c macy
December 1, 2011
December 1, 2011
I love you lil guy.
Angelica Saint-Surin
December 1, 2011
So sorry for your loss ! There are no words that can ever fix the pain . Only time .
Laura Rubino-Vargas
December 1, 2011
Joey, there is not a day that passes that i dont think about u...I love u lil cuz and you will always be in my thoughts.
vedra trantham-bechtol
December 1, 2011
vedra trantham-bechtol
December 1, 2011
my son
vedra trantham-bechtol
November 28, 2011
vedra trantham
November 27, 2011
i so enjoy the memories and sharing please keep it up!
Sue Taylor
November 18, 2011
Vedra, I am so sad that I cannot be with the family today. I want you to know that you are in my thoughts. May Gods Love make your grief bearable.
Love you.
November 17, 2011
That is exactly how I remember Joey. Never a moment of sorrow with him, just the biggest smile that no one else could compete with. I hadn't seen Joey in probably 2 years and it's with great regret that it has been that long. But I am so glad I got to know him. Him and his cousins would always come visit us, and there was never a dull minute when Joey was around. He was always telling jokes, riding 4 wheelers or snowmachines with us, or whatever came to mind. He was a great kid. You will be greatly missed but never forgotten. You live in our hearts Joey.
Catheryne johnson
November 15, 2011
I love you joey you will be in our thought and hearts forever.... you alwasy new how to make someone laugh when they weren't in the greatest of moods you were a polite kid and you were wonderful with the lil kids you always played with them whenever they asked it was no problem to you
Charles Swanson
November 15, 2011
Dear Joey,
Its not like you were my bestfriend or anything and its not like we were really close. I just want people to remember that bad stuff happens its not like anyone deserves it. It just happens and in a unfair world thus is life but how would you understand the good if you didn't feel the bad. One thing I take from Joseph is that I'm not in this world to survive... I didn't come here to get by, I came here to live, I came to be happy and Joey you made alot of people happy.
Live and be happy... I know its easier said then done but I'm sure he'd want that.
Therasa Carlson (McHale)
November 15, 2011
Vedra, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I remember holding Joey as a baby and watching how proud you were of him, and all your children, over the years. My deepest sympathies go out to you and your family.
Michelle Williams
November 15, 2011
I am so lucky I got to see you Wednesday afternoon, even though it was brief. We did our usual catching up, laughing, and trying to figure it all out. If I had known that would be my last hug and kiss from you I would have held you a little longer. My darling nephew, enjoy your wings, now you can truly fly. Love, Aunty
Jennifer mack
November 15, 2011
oh baby cousin you have no idea how much i miss you and regret no being around the past few years. I've been selfish and only thought of me. when i should have made an effort to spend time with you kids. i only have myself to blame. you are the best i love you kid more than you know. please god please take good care of him. rest easy kid
Beverly Cloud
November 15, 2011
Jean, You are in my thoughts and prayers. It has been a long time since I've seen you and never met your grandchildren but I know how precious grandchildren are. I will continue to remember you and your family in prayer. Beverly Foss Cloud
Rebecca Bechtol
November 15, 2011
My oldest Grandchildren-I will miss you, I'm glad you were in life. I Love you!! Grandma Bechtol
CHANELLE RAMICH
November 15, 2011
joey you will not be forgotten but you will be missed very very much!!!! you were a good person with a big heart...... you were the person that everybody knew they could talk to and even watch all of your siblings when they needed to be watched........ I just want you to watch over your brothers and sisters and guide them through life to do the right things..... i hoppe we can all make you still laugh when you look down on us...... WE LOVE YOU JOEY VERY MUCH AND MISS YOU!!!!
chris knoblich
November 15, 2011
if heaven wasnt so far away i would pack my bags and go see him..
me and joey where like brothers, we did every togeather.. we always did pranks on the neighbor kid.. we even stayed home from school some times just so we can watch step brothers. there where a lot of fun times. miss u joeyoso
vedra bechtol
November 15, 2011
my darling son my life you made this world such a beautiful place. YOU WILL LIVE FOREVER IN MY HEART!
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