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Melissa L.
August 20, 2025
I didn't know you personally but I was a jr that year and was devastated to hear the news. I'm sure I walked past you not knowing one day you wouldn't be here. I still live across the street from Thunderbird even 22 yrs later, always pass your house that once was and have never forgot. Your story will remain with me forever.
John Roush
April 19, 2025
J.A.M.
Brothers for life
Cloe
April 18, 2025
Still miss you dearly...
Patrick Beck
April 17, 2025
After all these years I still miss you brother
Kim L
April 18, 2024
21 years you've been in heaven looking down on us. I think of you often and pray your family and loved ones. I miss you Joel.
Cloe
April 17, 2024
Miss you always...
Cloe
April 20, 2023
After 20 years you are still missed, you'll never be forgotten. RIP
Cloe
April 20, 2022
I miss you so much Joel...
Patrick Beck
December 9, 2021
Joel words can´t describe how I´m feeling I´m sorry I couldn´t say my good byes but I know it´s not good bye it´s see you soon man you have always been one of the greatest friends I´ve known I´ll never forget you and the help you gave me when it was needed I miss you bro and never stop thinking about you
Kim Laube
April 17, 2020
17 years have gone by so fast. Not a day goes by that I don't think about you. If it's not a yellow VW it's a baseball or bottle of Mickey's... your life impacted so many people in so many ways... you are still missed but not forgotten. Continue to RIP friend...
susan wilson
May 2, 2019
joel you where always good to everyone i might not have got to meet you but i wish i could have i heard wounderful things about you miss u buddy
January 18, 2018
Still Miss you very much!
Jenelle Escalera
December 28, 2017
Miss you so much Joel! I still think about you often and miss your laugh and hugs! Love you!
Cloe
April 20, 2017
It has been many years but no length of time will ever make me forget your wonderful smile and warm heart. You are still very missed.
January 28, 2016
❤Miss u
~FL
T Laughlin
August 7, 2015
Joel,
I saw a an old bug today and thought of you... You were older than me growing up and I always looked up to you. I am not certain of what lies after this life. I hope and pray whatever it is, you found it and have peace.
- Laughlin
April 30, 2015
I still miss your smile almost everyday. I know you are still there watching over your loved ones. Miss you all the time.
Britney Corbitt
December 18, 2014
Joel,
I don't know why, but you have been on my mind lately. I drive by your memorial every week on my way home. I just always wonder what you'd be doing now. You'd be 30 years old! Crazy! I was never close with you and don't recall classes we had together, which just goes to show what an impact your death had on the entire class of 2003 and beyond. I've had dreams about you and thought I saw you a few times. I hope you and your family are at peace.
Pam
April 20, 2014
Joel, I can not believe it has been 11 years ago today that the Lord took you. Even though you were my Stepson and loved you as if you were my Son. I feel you watching over me everyday. RIP, Thank you and I love you.
Cloe
April 18, 2014
Miss you - I think about you all time
August 12, 2013
Thinking bout the times...
Miss you bud.
Lance Sherrick
January 29, 2013
JAM <3
Holly Light
November 6, 2012
I'm sure you watched over me on my move and now you're watching me survive my new world in Colorado. It's scary... really really scary but hey all roads can lead back to Arizona. Cliff and Crawford are coming to celebrate your birthday this weekend in Denver and we're going to meet up with Tyler Kriz! I can't even explain how excited I am. I miss you! We all miss you! :)
Cory Light
September 20, 2012
I miss you Joel! I have a new girlfriend named Melissa! I know you would love her. She may be the girl for me! I'm doing good man, and I feel like I owe a lot of my luck, talent and motivation to you. Thank you. I have seen some of your friends the last year and have had the chance to party with them! It really feels great when I'm with them. I love you man!
Susan wilson
June 28, 2012
Rip joel we all miss u
John Roush
May 29, 2012
Joel,
Bro I miss you so much I still think about all the good times we had and all the memories I will charish for the rest of my life I will never forget you bro you were an one of my best friends bro not a day goes by that you don't appear in my head. Joel I have never thanked you in writing but thank you bro for being my guardian angel I have survived 4 horrible car crashes and I know deep down you were looking out for me it's crazy bro the way life works out but I know I will see you again but for now in my memories and dreams. I love you bro, your a true friend, now of days, it's very hard to come by true friends. Rip Joel your hommie for life!!
Roush
A.C.E.S.
December 21, 2011
Missin you today buddy, Love you!
Jess
Holly Light
June 5, 2011
I sure do miss you these days more then ever!! Keep watching over all of us...
I love you to the moon and back.
Chae Millard
April 20, 2011
Joel man its been 8 years I still miss you bro I miss the times when every You, Wil,Alex had a baseball game I would either sit there and cheer you guys on or hang out with Holly. Every time I go visite my grandparents I relive thoughs days when I see that LumberKings team picture and seein Holly my freshman year at T-bird brought all thoughs memories back, I MISS YOU BRO but I know you're looking down on all of us we all miss you and love you......... See you down the road Bro Mahalo for being a good friend when I was little
Kim Gordon Laube
April 20, 2011
It's been 8 years Joel. I still think of you when ever I chew sunflower seeds or see a chemistry problem. You may never have said the words, but your actions showed me you cared. You had a kind heart. You were taken from this world too early and I cry when I think of all the things I wish I could tell you about the past few years of my life. I wish I would have been able to meet your mom; to hug her and tell her what a wonderful son she raised. To have shaken your father's hand and told him that I too, was proud of you.
I hope you know how much you meant to me in high school and how you helped change my life. I never told you that the few words we exchanged on bus trips to football and baseball games gave me hope. They let me into your world and I got to know the real you. I hope you know that I appreciated you and that no matter what anyone thinks or says, you were a true friend.
I miss you Joel. More today than before. May you continue to rest in peace.
September 28, 2010
Miss you man. Had a great time in Vegas with your brother and sister. Wish you were there. One love buddy.
-Anthony
August 7, 2010
Joel you affected my life in every aspect. I would honestly not be the man I am today if it weren't for you. I remember your face like I had seen you just a few minutes ago. That night and all my memories, though I was young, will always be remembered. I haven't ever gone one day without thinking of you and what you have, and keep on doing for me. You taught me to keep my head up through thick and thin. To make the best of any situation given to me. To love people even with there mistakes. I love you and miss you so much, I can not wait to see you. Your loving brother- Cory Light
C. Gibson
July 22, 2010
A thought of you always sneaks up on me. I wish you could share the memories and times our friends have had the past years. Miss you always.
July 1, 2010
I just wanted to take a sec to let you know that this year on Easter, God blessed us with a baby girl. Now, your memory will forever be connected with the joy of bringing her into the world. Thank you :-)
Holly Light
May 28, 2010
Joel- Lately I've seen a lot of your friends (now my friends) :) But everytime we're together your name comes up. Everyone still thinks of you and misses your beautiful smile. I love you! Until we meet again..
Holly D.
May 26, 2010
Sitting here today 7 years later I still think of you every time I look at the stars. The night I found out that you had gone I prayed to the stars that you were ok, then I saw a shooting star. Just the thought of you makes me smile! You are truely missed
Emily Cornett
April 22, 2010
Well, 7 years ago this past tuesday (4/20) we lost a great family member, student and friend. I remember all the times I crossed him and how he always put a smile on my face. I still think about him every once in a great while. When I do think of him I think of all the great things and what a great person he was. I still can't believe it has been 7 years and all since the entire incident happened. When I think about it sometimes it feels like it was only yesterday that it happened. So, my heart still goes out to the family as it is always hard when you lose someone. So, once again....We all love and miss u and RIP up there. Remember to watch over the class...as we were all there for you as well.
Dana Tottingham
April 20, 2010
Joel.. Thinking of you always,, Just wanted to say I will never forget how you would always call the house and ask my mom or dad if Nate was home, They would say no he is not home, than you would ask ok well is Dana home, We would talk for hours every school night.. I remember going to build those float things and you met me in the Thunderbird High school parking lot in your old Black pick up and sat on the tail gate together laughing cause we were getting points to be there but we wern't even helping... :) Man we have so many memories and talks that I will never forget,, I loved you Joel and always will,., P.S you smell so good.... :)
Jessica
April 20, 2010
I can't believe it's been 7 years already. I still see your smile everyday, and know that you are watching over all of us. Peace and love Joel.
Kim Gordon Laube
April 20, 2010
7 years has come and gone since we said goodbye
all too soon you went away and left us here to cry
We know you went before us, to a home so fair and true
I know we'll meet again up there, when our Saviour calls us too!
Nate Hall
November 12, 2009
Look who turned 25 today.. Happy B-day old man welcome to the senior citizens error.. I just wanted to stop in and let you know I am still thinking about you. Wish you were here to celebrate it. Im sure it would have been interesting.. love ya and miss ya
Holly Light
October 25, 2009
Its been so long since I've written you, but I think about you every day! I still to this day run into someone that calls me "Joel's Little Sister" It always makes me laugh! I miss you so much, but I know that we'll meet again some day! I love you, we all love you! I know your up there wishin' you could smack me for some reason or another but I know you'd be proud of me. Please keep watch over all of us! I love you.
Nate Hall
October 20, 2009
I was just recently back in Arizona and the first thing I see when I was walking over the Skyway to the baggage claim was a Yellow VW leaving.. I actually started to kinda giggle. I miss you alot and always think of you...
Nate Hall
April 29, 2009
Hey Joel, I know it's been awhile sense I have written you but you've been in my thoughts everyday. It seems that the last 2 years I have seen a VW some time throughout my day. Every time I think about you driving down Greenway and almost missed the turn but some how you turned fast enough to make it onto the frontage and yet did a complete 360 and kept going the right direction. Or when you jumped in the lake out at pleasant and got knocked out and I had to jump in after ya. I really do think about you everyday, wondering where you would be in life along with the rest of the class. All I can say is that I miss you and your were a true friend to a lot of people.
josh miller
April 20, 2009
I miss those times in the bullpen pitching to you and us making jokes and are talks. I hope you rest in peace bro...
Kim Gordon Laube
April 20, 2009
6 years ago today, this world lost a young man who had his whole life in front of him. While at a party, he stood up for a friend and it cost him his life. The Bible says in John 15:13 "Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends." Thank you Joel, and let us al take time to reflect on his sacrifice, and the Example from which he was taught.
Korey O'Cheltree
October 7, 2008
As I arrived in Phoenix last Friday I spotted something that had me thinking about some of the gnarly times we had. I had actually been talking about it with Brandon and just wanted to let you know that we think about you everyday, brother.
friend =]
October 1, 2008
Last thursday another friend of ours was taken senselessly and it just made me miss you so much more. I wish things like this didn't happen. I miss you and your amazing hugs and your beautiful smile! Life is just not the same without you joel. You are still and will always be missed. I love you.
The Canada's
March 3, 2008
Joel,
I think about you everyday. I miss you so much! I have so much to say, just wish I was able to say it in person. Keep watching over us. Brian and I and our new baby on the way!! We love you Joel!
JOE WIMBERLY
May 17, 2007
JOEL I MISS YOU BRO! IT WILL NEVER BE THE SAME WITHOUT YOU! YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY PRAYERS AND IN MY HEART.
Brianna, Ashley, and Rachel Smith, Schumer
April 20, 2007
Joel,
Hey buddy we miss you so much. We will always remember you. The great times that we have had will be with us everyday of our lives. We love you so much. See you in the future, can't wait!!!!
Annamarie
March 11, 2007
You are missed by many.
Jessica Rivero
January 26, 2007
joel
for some reason, i am really missing you today. i have been thinking a lot about you lately. i know your in my life everyday and i thank god for that. you still leave such an impact on my life and i love you so much. just wanted to remind you i'm thinkin of you and miss you.
one love my friend.
November 12, 2006
good god i miss you joel. it's your birthday today!! i had my mom go visit you today cuz i can't make it.. college. thanx for looking down on all of us. i love you. and miss you terribly. <3
Jordan Willsey
April 20, 2006
Joel,
I miss you so much. Keep looking over all of us homie. I love you. See you soon.
April 20, 2006
Joel,
I cant believe its already been three years. I miss you man and just wish I could have got the chance to tell you how much of an impact you had on my life. I know your watching over us all from above.
Todd
April 20, 2006
Joel,
You were a good friend, and I just want you to know that I still think about you. I will never forget the kind of person that you were, and all of the things that you did that always made me smile.
April 19, 2006
Joel three years and I just can't believe it! It just seems like yesturday! Your friends have helped me so much, and I don't know how to thank them! I love you Joel and sometimes I just wonder who you'd be today! I miss you so much and I can't wait until I see you again! I love you BRO!
LATE!
-Your sister, Holli
January 22, 2006
i miss you joel. i think about you every day. i know your looking after everyone. you will never ever be forgotten. i love you.
January 22, 2006
Joel,
If only a person could see first hand how much of an affect they have on another persons life. Everyday sense u were taken there is not a day that goes by without a memory running through my head, a moment spent with u when u were here. I say this all because of the huge diffrence u made in my life. Such a good friend, and child to your parents. May u be in a better place and always watching over those who love and miss u dearly.. A friend always and forever..
All my love out to the McClure and White family...
Nate
January 22, 2006
The other day I was going through old yearbook's and things from school and I found a card I got for my birthday in 7th grade and I noticed a few signatures on there that I had never saw...and there was yours. I never knew you signed my card, because we had just met in 7th grade. My heart broke and I feel like I miss you even more now. You were such an amazing person Joel. I say this all of the time, but you were the person everyone strives to be. I miss you so much!
July 17, 2005
Joel, you are still missed, when-ever I drive by 13th and Thunderbird I think of you. I pray for you family, and think of you often.
friend
April 20, 2005
To the McClure Family:
I have never met your son, and i have only learned of his life this year through those who knew him best. from what i hear of joel, he was beyond wonderful.i pray and grieve for alife taken too soon and i bless those who continue to speak and think of him, it contiues a life that is physically gone but whose presence remains. i have been told of happy times and of the night that took him from you and i grieve. your son lives on in the hearts of others and always will. i am sorry that you must endure this pain but i am grateful that he was able to have such a wonderful and loving family.
April 20, 2005
Wow, today marks two years. I can't believe it's already been two years. Know that I love you and I am always thinking about you. You will never be forgotten. I miss you Joel! I love you!
Friend
April 19, 2005
Joel, it has been two years for us and like yesterday for your family. You are never forgotten. I know our family and our son have been forever change by what happened to you, are prayers are with your family at this time. God Bless!
April 11, 2005
Joel, words can't express how much pain i feel now that you're gone. two years have passed since you left us but it feels like only yesterday. i know we didn't really know each other but i miss you so much! i know you're watching over us and i thank you so much. how i wish it could of been me...gosh i miss you! see you soon!
April 2, 2005
I know I don't always make it to see you when I'm in town Joel, but I think of you everyday that passes and miss you more. You were an amazing friend and I will never forget you! I love you!
Holli Light
January 10, 2005
Joel- Every day that goes by I miss you even more. That Easter Morning when Dad woke me up... I just thought I slep in, but when I saw the look in his face I knew it was worse! Joel I love you more then you'll ever understand... and please watch over all of us. And hopefully you helped mom with her decission! I love you!
Your loveing sister,
HOLLI D
December 27, 2004
JOEL I STILL MISS YOU A TON AND WE HAVEN'T FORGGOTEN ABOUT! I LOVE U HUNNY! THANKS FOR LOOKING OUT FOR ALL OF US!
December 26, 2004
Merry Christmas Joel! We miss you!!
Dad, Mom (Pam), Larry Jr, Amanda & Richard
December 23, 2004
Joel,
I miss you and will think of you all the time. My prayers go out to your family during this time. Merry Chritmas. I miss you. Till next time!
Poke-a-dot
Sara Lee Anderson
November 28, 2004
Happy 20th Birthday Joel!!!!! I'll always luv and miss ur smile!!!! Your always in my heart!!! I'll never 4get u! Your truly loved and missed always!
I luv u and miss u bunches
~Sara Lee~
Sara Lee Anderson
November 28, 2004
Happy 20th Birthday Joel!!!! I'll always luv and miss your smile! :)U r truly loved and missed always
Luv ya and miss ya bunches
Sara Lee Anderson
Sara Lee Anderson
November 28, 2004
Happy 20th Birthday Joel! I will always love n miss ur smile! :)
Luv n miss ya always
Sara Lee Anderson
November 13, 2004
Happy day after your birthday! I miss you Joel; I always will. Through your life and death, you have taught me so much, and I am forever greatful. You and your family are in my prayers.
McClure Family
November 13, 2004
Joel,
Happy Birthday!!!
We all LOVE YOU and MISS YOU very much.
Love Always, Forever & Ever,
Dad, Mom, Larry Jr, Amanda, Richard & Grandma Shirley
November 12, 2004
Joel
I wanted to say Happy Birthday! I wish that i could spend it with you. I miss you so much and will continue to always think about you. Until next time! Happy Birthday
Pok-a-dot
Friend
November 11, 2004
Tomorrow will be your 20th birthday. I wish you were still here to celebrate. I still think about you all the time. Happy Birthday Joel. I'll Love you Always.
August 24, 2004
JOEL, YOU ARE STILL LOVED AND MISSED.
April
June 17, 2004
Joel,
you always had a glow about you whether you were sad or happy. that glow will never go away just like your smile and memory. i miss you terribly. xoxo
May 29, 2004
Well I just wanted to say hi and to let you know we are all still thinking about. You had a big impact on my life and i miss you a tone. I love you! You always made life seem so easy.
The Kinnison/Latham Familly
May 24, 2004
Joel and Joel's family,
We just wanted to say we are sorry for ur lost and although it has been a year we know you guys are still hurting inside.So we wanted to say if you need anything just call.We also wanted to say R.I.P Joel and to say how much you are loved!!!
love,
Dave, Tina, Britney, and Brooke
April 23, 2004
Joel,
I didn't know you, but I would still like to show my respect to the fullest to you and your family. From what I hear you were one spectacular person and the ones who love you will never forget the footprints you left... You know what they say.... the good die young. It may seem like you left, but to your loved ones your still here happily within thier hearts. Ever since, I've observed emotions and feelings and I don't think I've ever seen such impact reflected on so many people in my life. It just shows what a person can mean to someone, especially once thier gone. I just wish that I would had met you. Maybe one day we will...The day will come when ever God calls for me to come home. WE ALL LOVE YOU R.I.P ~Joel~
FREIND
April 22, 2004
* Joel*
i miss you more and more every day. There's not one day that goes by where i don't think about you. i know you're in heaven watching over us. i'll never forget all our memories. i'll love you forever and miss you always! RIP!
Brandon T. Burnette
April 21, 2004
Dear Joel,
No words in the English language can ever begin to express the despair that this heartbreaking incident that took your life at such a young age just one year ago yesterday has caused. I want to let you know there is not a day that goes by, I do not think about you. I want to thank you for all the joy and happiness you brought in my life, I shall never forget all the great memories we shared in and outside the classroom.
I will leave you with these famous words once spoken by Ralph Waldo Emerson “It is not length of life, but depth of life.” Joel, the length of your life was far from long; however, the immense impact you have made in all of our lives in such short time is without a doubt a miracle. The McClure Family will be forever in my Thoughts and Prayers. I miss you Joel, much Love,
FRIEND
April 20, 2004
GOOD NIGHT SWEET ANGEL!
Jenna
April 20, 2004
So what can I say besides I miss you a tone and you run threw my head at least once a day. I love you and miss you!
Friend
April 20, 2004
Joel,
Today u are in the hearts of many. We can feel your warmth like that of your wonderful hugs. You have given me hope. We all miss you and know your watching over.
April 20, 2004
Joel you are with us always. Your smile and warmth is forever.
April 20, 2004
Joel, I still can't believe that you are gone. Not until I look at your picture and it all comes back. I will never forget that loveable smile and your everyday kindness. You always made me feel welcomed when I felt i was in an outside place. You will live on forever in everyone's heart. And I will keep you and your loved ones in my prayers. RIP Joel and God Bless.
Montanna
April 20, 2004
It's been a year since you have left us Joel and it still seems unreal. I still think about you and your family everday that passes! I cannot explain how much I miss you and just wish I could tell you how much I love you and how much of an impact you had on my life, as well as everyone else's lifes! I just loved the overwelming feeling of love, friendship and security I felt when I was with you. You were what everyone strives to be in life, you were just the perfect person in every way. But, they say God takes the good ones...for whatever reason. All I know is God took an amazing one!
I will love you always and forever!
Matt Huggins
April 20, 2004
Joel, be with us today as we all mourn your loss. I'll never forget our good times at John Jacobs Elementry School - sixth grade. We had some great times at Mt. Sky and T-Bird high. I miss you.
friend
April 11, 2004
I can't believe it has been a year since we all lost Joel. All of our prayers are with his family, Remember what a wonderful son, brother, and friend he was to anyone who met him.
FRIEND
April 4, 2004
WOW, ITS ALMOST BEEN A YEAR AND I STILL THINK ABOUT YOU EVERY DAY! I MISS U A TONE AND YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART. I JUST HUNG OUT WITH ALL YOUR BOYS IN MEXICO THIS SPRING BREAK AND DONT WORRY HUNNY U WERE IN OUR THOUGHTS THE ENTIRE TIME! I LOVE YOU!
friend
March 11, 2004
STILL THINK ABOUT YOU ALWAYS. I DRIVE BY 13TH AND T-BIRD AND YOU ARE FOR-EVER IN MY THOUGHTS.
Friend
February 4, 2004
Joel
It's been almost a year..I still can't believe you are gone. Every single day that passes you are in my thoughts. I miss you. I can't wait to see you again. "you will never be forgotten, a million days could pass us by, but what is time but just a dream, oh i still feel you here with me, you're more then just a memory, oh you will never be forgotten." I love you my angel.
Le Ann Hanko
January 24, 2004
To Our Loving Nephew,
Joel,
You are always in our thoughts. We may go on with our daily lives but it is not with out you in our hearts.
Love Uncle Larry and Aunt Le Ann
Emily Mazur
January 23, 2004
Well Joel,
You've been gone for almost a year now and its like your never forgotten. I read all the nice things your family and friends have to say and its all true because you brought a smile to everyone's face whether it was a friend, a fellow classmate or a teacher most likely. I mean can't claim that teacher part, but I bet its true. I always will remember you because though everyone else in the popular crowd had something to say that wasn't too nice to me and one of my other good friends you always had something nice to say to the 2 of us and I appreciated that.
To Joel's Family:
Your son had a great impact on me and my friend that knew him as well. I always thought highly of your son and he will always be in my heart. Though I barely ever talk to him whenever I saw him he always brought me a smile upon my face. So, you raised a great kid and he was a great person.
Emily Mazur
THS C/O 2003
RIP Joel
WE ALL LOVE YOU
Dinah Estrella
December 27, 2003
To Joel,
We continue to keep in you in our hearts and prayers. May God give your family strength during this holiday season.
We miss so very much.
December 25, 2003
For God so loved the world that he sent his greatest gift: his son, so that by the example of his life, we could learn how to live our own lives *lovingly, kindly, unselfishly, forgivingly.
The Living Bible
Merry Christmas to our son & our brother,one of our greatest gifts
Dad, Mom, Larry Jr, Amanda, Richard
Joel, We Miss You Very Much!!!!!!!
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