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Joey Funnell Obituary

Funnell, Joey
Our Little Giant, born August 9, 1986 passed away in the evening February 3, 2009 after a long fought battle with leukemia. Joey is survived by his parents Joe and Debbie Funnell, brother Robert Funnell, grandparents Bob and Cathy Funnell, Janet and Tom Poor, also aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family. Joey was preceded in death by great-grandparents Joe and Rita Fite and Glenys Poor. Joey was a graduate of Cortez High School. He was an avid fisherman who loved the outdoors. He will be forever loved and missed. Services will be held Saturday, February 7, 2009, 11:30 AM at St Jerome Church, 10815 N. 35th Ave.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Feb. 6, 2009.

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Kathy Boyer

January 31, 2022

You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Julie Wollschlager

June 22, 2012

oh my goodness, I just re-looked at the photo gallery...what a handsome/fun man you were! However, there is one picture that is engraved in my mindseye: of you at Retreat with LifeTeen as the teen group leader of my small group! doing the Christ the King pose. Joey, you were a leader and an inspiration to those who knew you clear to the end of your Earthly life. My prayers continue for your family for strength, courage and understanding. love you all...

Sabrina Doan

June 20, 2012

I love you BIG GUY!!!!!!

Kathy Boyer

February 28, 2012

I never had the chance to met Jo-Jo but I know you were a very special person by having met your mother and brother. Life isn't the same for either of them but memories of you allow them to function every day! You will never be forgotten by either of them and they do both know they will see you again years ahead. God has taken you in his arms and continues to comfort your mom, brother and family.

February 28, 2012

It has been 3 years this month. I miss you so much Joey. Not a day goes by that your brother and I speak about you.. It truly upsets me (saying that in a nice way) what you had to go through. I am sorry son you had to deal with such a horrid disease. I don't know why God takes the great people from us first but I intend to ask him when I get there. I love you and miss you JO-JO.

Natalie, RN

March 5, 2011

Still hard for me to believe that you are gone. You are so missed by not only me, but my family. It was a pleasure taking care of you! You always made me smile and today you did it again! I hope you are preparing Heaven for me! Make sure they have plenty of Kit-Kats ;0)! You are forever in my heart.

Alana Beer

March 4, 2011

You are never forgotten in our minds, hearts and souls Joey! You are loved and missed each and every day. Say hello to John for me... until we meet again my friend.

Julie W.

March 3, 2011

Unbelievable how time passes us so quickly. You are missed very much, Joey watch over your family as I know you are with God. I think of you often, and say a prayer when I do. Christ IS the King! I will never ever forget that Retreat...and how special you were!!

Aunt Traci

September 28, 2009

Hey there Big Guy...been thinking bout you alot lately!! My daughter made me a dvd for my birthday and she made sure to put pictures of you and me when you were younger and pics of jus you as well!!! She did such a good job and it made me smile and cry all at the same time!! I really wish she had a chance to know you better!! I love you!!

Love Aunt Traci

September 26, 2009

Hey there Jo Jo, Thinking and missing you so much.... Your Dad and Rob just left for California to do the annual fishing trip that you loved so much. I am sure they will do you proud with what they catch. I know you will be there to help them out in spirit. I gave your Dad and Rob a small portion of your ashes so they can put a small piece of you where you like to be. The rest of you is going up to the cabin in a month. I've got to go... Love you. MZ

August 10, 2009

Hey JoJo... Just wanted to wish you a Happy Birthday. I know it was yesterday but too emotional to sign on. I love you and miss you SOOOOO VERY MUCH... Your broha is here until November 7th. I am glad to have someone to pick on. lol... Hopefully he will be able to really stay.. Desi graduated this week from message school and I know if you were here you would have been proud of her... Even though I know you would tease her.. She misses you too. We all do. Your Dad, Tommy and Rob went to the cabin on your bday. I promise to have your ashes up there soon. I am sure you are upset you are not there already but I want to get the urn first... You know me, has to be perfect. I will have you up there in time for winter. BRRRRR.. Well at work and got to go... Happy birthday... Wish I could give you a big kiss and hug. Oh yeah, we raised 2200 in your honor for the Luekemia Walk.. We set new goal of 10,000. Just for our Joey.... Love you Punkie... Mz

Julia Miller

July 16, 2009

Hey Joey, Just sitting here at work and I can't stop thinking about you. I was just talking about you the other day. You know "THE TREE THAT WALKS" as I like to call you. I still don't know how a big person like you could hide so well in the forest. You are an amazing person. We miss you and pray for you everyday.
Love the Miller Family

Traci Hess

June 3, 2009

Hey there Joey....was just thinking about you today....and as always when I think about you I go back to when you were younger!! You kept me on my toes chasing you around back then!! Everyone loves you and misses you so much!!! Love Aunt Traci

Debora Funnell

May 25, 2009

Guess what... Your broha is in town this weekend. We are having a great time, I know you are with us in spirit. It is so good to see Robby but it makes me miss you too. I cleaned out your room finally. BOY - you have lots of stuff. I cried going through it but I went and got the paint and going to get carpets cleaned and make a new room they way I think you would like it. Even bought you a new light swith plate with the movie Cars on it and Tomater. lol... and a new bass fishing lap. Moving the computer in there and hanging all the family photos. Kind of a Memorial Room. I have your hockey sticks, hat, belt buckle, fishin pole etc... It will be really nice - even you would say good job Momz... I really miss you and love you Joey everyday!!!!! Momz

Debora Funnell

May 15, 2009

Hey buddy. The family kept me really busy on Mothers Day. When I finally came home and was sitting in the back thinking of you, I just cried. I keep that card that you and Robby made me last year on the wall. Hasnt moved since you 2 silly boyz made it for me. It brings me comfort everyday. Strangely enough though - all day while with family, I knew you were there with me. Even Charmie spouted off your name and said HI JOEY... Freaked me out but one never knows. I could and do feel you at different moments through out the day.. I really miss you and love you so much... I really miss Robby too and would like him home, if that is what he wants. Who know - maybe I will move up there for a year. Bet he would love that. LOL. Going to NANA's today - we are shopping - you know she is going to wear me out.. hehe Crazy Nana. I love you Joey - Talk to you soon in my prayers and dreams. Momz

Yesenia Alvarez-Valencia

May 13, 2009

Hi debbie, its me Yesenia Alvarez aka Yesi, blancas daughter. When my mother told me about Joey, i was deeply saddened and shocked. I could not believe that a person so good had to go through that. I remeber the good ole days when i was at the same school with Joey, he always made sure that no one would bully me around school! Eventhough sometimes he was the one with the shorty jokes for me, his favorite was " Hey yesi how is the weather way down there", He will be greatly missed by us Debbie. I dont want to say that i know how you feel but i will say that i do relate to your pain because this year we were so excited for the birth of me and my husbands 2nd baby boy... but sadly on February 5th we were told that our baby boy was no longer alive and that we had to deliver our baby, needless to say that i delivered him on February 6th 2009. We named him Ricardo. It hurt very much but i know that your pain is much greater. Debbie, just remember that one day you will reunite with Joey! We miss you and we would like to see you, dont lose contact email me back! My parents really want to see you aswell...

Miller Family

May 7, 2009

Joey, we think about you every single day. We pray for you and your family every day as well. You are one of the most incredible young men I have ever known. May GOD keep you by his side. Show us the way in heaven when we arrive. We love you.

Pam Bradley

May 4, 2009

Hello Joey, I guess you see wants going on here. Can you believe it? Poor Paula, poor family....We will so miss her, just like we miss you each and everyday. I wish you were here buddy.........

Debora Funnell

April 22, 2009

Hi punkie, Just still missing you.. I go in for surgery on Friday, so make sure you are watching over me. Like you always do. I signed back up for school, so I start on June 10th. I am very excited. I miss comming in your room and sharing these things with you. But you know I talk to you all the time, in my mind and heart. Sometimes outloud and I am sure I look funny driving in your truck talking to myself but I don't care. LOL.. Well gotz to go to my appts today. Love you, wish I could give you big hug.. Momz

Alana Beer

April 21, 2009

I left AZ 9 years ago, but remember hanging out with the gang, Joey and all the kids as if it was yesterday. Football, bar-b-ques, swimming at Rogers house ( Joey's cannon balls into the pool would soak us all!) I received updates from your Dad and Pam on occassion but I know it gets difficult to keep that up - I did not know of your passing until today. I am deeply saddened to know you are not with us physically anymore, but at ease knowing that your brave, strong and kind hearted spirit will be carried with us forever. I hope to meet up with you again someday to have that beer we never got to share together! You are missed!

Debora Funnell

April 14, 2009

Hey There Punkie, Just wanted to wish you a Happy Easter. Talked to Gramma Funnell and she was a little sad today as well as myself cuz you were not around for food and fun. Nobody brought me back any "frog eye salad" lol. I of course worked - got to get that triple OT ya know... I was really bummed not to have you or your brother here. No baskets or planning something crazy like old times. BUT I am sure there was a party in heaven that you were at... I love you buddy.... Miss you bunches..... Momz

Pam Bradley

April 13, 2009

Good Morning Joey. Well yesterday was Easter, had my family over for egg hunt and food, sure wish you could have been with us, you could have helped eat all the food we had. Wish you could be with us everyday. I think of you each day and remember the good times. Luv, Pam

Debora Funnell

March 20, 2009

Hi jo jo, thinking of you today a lot. Was supposed to go to dinner with Matt and Arron last night and was exhausted so I did not. He texted me later last night and told me that he was going to be a daddy. I am so happy for them. Then I was sad because you were not here to share it that. It is all just so unfair and I miss you. Everyone misses you. I love you buddy. Momz.

Debora Funnell

March 11, 2009

Hey Buddy, really miss you soooo much and so does your brother. You should go see your broha and let him know you love him. I know your Dad really missed you calling him on his B-day. I keep your cell phone on just to hear your voice. People leave messages on it too hoping you will get them in heaven. It is all so touching. We are working on getting your broha home. He really misses his family but he misses you the most. Well, I have to go and be productive today. ;0).. Love you/Miss you. Momz

Traci Fuller-Hess

March 7, 2009

Hey there!!! Just got done scannin some pics on to my computer from when you were little....and its amazing how much you and your cousin Tatyana look alike!! I think about you often....I love you and miss you!! Aunt Traci

Pam Bradley

March 6, 2009

Hey Joeyyyyy, Your dad’s another year older today; could you sing him a happy birthday song? Wish you were here so we could take him for Sushi. Been thinking of you here on earth and I hope heaven is treating you good. Miss and Love you every day.

HMMMM... ALL IN????

March 6, 2009

Paintball Dayzz Wahoooo...

March 6, 2009

I Love and Miss you Brohaa!!!

March 6, 2009

Fishing Anyone????

March 6, 2009

AHHH!!! LIFE IS GOOD!!!!

March 6, 2009

Joeys Bronc..... OHHHH YEAAAHHH...

March 6, 2009

Kati Cunningham

March 5, 2009

Joey:

It was a pleasure to work with you through your schooling. I wish all of my student's were like you...you hung in and finished your associates degree even when you were stuck in the hospital for weeks at a time. What an amazing example you are to me and those who knew you. You always had such a positive attitude even in very tough circumstances. You are amazing and I will never forget you and the example you set for me! :)

Julie Wollschlager

March 5, 2009

Joey...you already know what I'm going to say "Christ the King"! YOu touched my life on Retreat that week-end with your in-sight and your appropriate questions of faith. Joey, I can not help but know you are in Heaven and all those questions have been answered. Love you lots big guy! To the Funnell's and Poor's...think of you often...take care. Hugs. Julie

Justin Munster

March 5, 2009

Joey,

You were no are the greatest guy any one could ever hope to meet. You and rob are my life long brothers. I have loved your whole family like it was my own. You treated me like i was a brother to you and rob. Me and my family will be sure to keep in touch with your family we all love you and you family. I will never forget you.

Stella Letheney

March 5, 2009

Joey:
I will miss seeing you at your mom's house even if it was not very seldom. I can picture your smile and smiling eyes and see the warmth and gentle side you have with your mom. I know you are always with her and somehow you will let her know your presence as my sister has done in the short time she has passed. Please give her a hug and big kiss for me and tell her I miss her as we all miss you. A big hug to you from me. I will always remember you and miss seeing you at your moms. Love ya.

Tim Bearden

March 5, 2009

Hi Joe,
It was such a pleasure having you as a student throughout your program. Your dedication and motivation are a true inspiration to me as an employee and as a person. I will use you as an example to all of my students who are feeling down or discouraged. Your life even though I was never able to meet you in person has improved my life.

Good Times!! Joey, Chris and Robby

March 4, 2009

Joey!!! We will Love and Miss you forever.

March 4, 2009

Pam, Joe, Robbie and Desi

March 4, 2009

Momz and Robbie

March 4, 2009

Gone Fishin... ;0)

March 4, 2009

Joe, Chris and Joey

March 4, 2009

Paintball Dayz

March 4, 2009

Joey's Broha - Robby @Thanksgiving

March 4, 2009

Debora Funnell

February 28, 2009

Hi Pookie... Just thinking about you today. Still wishing and hoping you will walk back through that front door. I miss you so much every day. I know you are up in heaven and not suffering anymore. I love you so much just need a Joey bear hug. Going to Matt's BBQ today - will bring him some beer and give him a big welcome home hug from you. K. Love and miss you bunches. Momz

Kathy Nester

February 23, 2009

To The Family Of Joey: Our family sends our Love and Prayers at this time. Joey was always happy no matter what was going on in his life! He fought a good fight, and now he is no longer in pain! We will miss him so much, as everyone who knew him. May God bring you peace in the days ahead. Till we see you again...Miss you Joey-Keep on fishin!Love, Glen-Kathy and Family

megan brink

February 22, 2009

I love you big man we all miss you.. Taytin will always miss her uncle joey.. with lots of love gustavo, megan, and taytin

Sue & Mike Bao

February 18, 2009

I found out about your passing over to God's country Monday. I didn't know you Joey, but know your Dad (a little) and Pam. Just by knowing them and of you, I'm sure you'll be missed by the way Pam talked about you. I'm sure there's a hole in the family that can't be filled, but with time will heal. Please know we are praying for you to find peace and joy, for your family to live in your memory.

Remember seeing the Blimp outside your hospital window, that's you flying over Phoenix now.

February 13, 2009

Joe's Birthday March 2007...Joey talking with Grandpa....

February 13, 2009

Pam Bradley

February 13, 2009

Hey Joey - How's yer Friday the 13th up there? Sure wish you would call your Dad today, that would really scare him....I sure miss you calling him all the time, he was always happy to talk to you....and I miss going to the hospital to see you.....and I miss waiting by the phone for your dad to call me with updates about you....I miss telling you Suns Rule and Coyotes Suck....I miss you being around. Okay enough about me, what are you missing? Luv Ya, Pam

Debora Funnell

February 10, 2009

Hi Pookie, It has been exactly a week. I have been in your room everyday. I really miss you sooooo much but feel you with me everyday. I love you and miss you.
Momz

Maureen McNamara

February 10, 2009

I'm so sorry for your loss-not just your loss but everyone's loss. You don't realize just how much people have an effect on you until they're gone. I remember this past Christmas-one night, while we were cleaning out grandma & papa's living room, Doug looked at all the photos in the house and picked out Joey's and asked, "Who is this?" I said, "it's your brave cousin." Out of ALL the tons of photos in the house, he picked out Joey's-Joey always had such a commanding presence in any room he was in. I'll always remember-playing over at aunt Cathy & uncle Bob's house when you were younger, your NY trip when you were at my wedding, dancing with you at Dawn's wedding-there were only good times. I love you Joey. You'll always be missed.

David Ross

February 9, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I'm so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you.

Rodney and Luanne Kirkham

February 8, 2009

We wish we could find just the "right words" to help ease your pain. This is a terrible loss and we are so sorry for you and your family. May God comfort you and surround you with those who care about you and love you.

Dave & Carole Fahrner

February 8, 2009

Dear Funnell Family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy. Know that you are in our hearts, and in our prayers.

Chris and Melissa Hester

February 7, 2009

Aunt Cathy and Uncle Bob,
We are so sorry for your loss. We cannot imagine how difficult this time is, but as long as you keep Joey in your thoughts and in your heart he will always be with you. To all the Funnells you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Jan & Ed Schuster

February 7, 2009

There are no words..........but know that all of you are in our thoughts and in our prayers. The Blessed Mother will help you through this...just look to Her...Our love,
Jan & Ed

John & Kelly Barry

February 7, 2009

Our Prayers and Fond memories for you and your fmaily.

Dan (Danny) Nolan

February 7, 2009

Joey, I'm gonna miss paint balling with you, you were there the first time I got to go and proved to me that I shouldn't take off the facemask before getting out of the line of fire. Ouch! By the way I will miss you. Now you are paintballing with the big guy. Luv ya Man.

Nancy Berry

February 7, 2009

Hey buddy; I don't even know where to start. I am really trying hard to understand why you had to go. You were the kindest and gentlest one of the bunch!! I am sincerely hoping that my boys follow in your footsteps! I have so many memories of you, from when I first met you at a softball game when you were just a kid, and hockey in the street to the cabin sharing honey comb, (that only you and I liked), checking out your "video" collections and you being a tad embarrassed!!! To a grown man, with so much integrity. You have taught our group so many thing, you never complained out loud, you were so courageous, caring how we felt and of course your over abundance of love. As I sit here writing this with tears falling down my face because you're gone and I will miss you so much. I also am so happy that I had the honor of calling you my friend/. You will still be with us in spirit at every party, at every Nascar race and everyday in general. Watch over us biggin’. I love you very much. Nanc

Virginia Buchanan

February 6, 2009

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My heart is with you during this difficult time.

Debora Funnell

February 6, 2009

Hey Pookie, I can't believe you are gone. I love and miss you so much. I wish for just another chance to get a Joey Bear Hug, I miss just comming in your room and talking or watching T.V. I am so proud of the man you have become. I am so proud of the fight you gave. I will pray/talk to you everyday/everynight. I know you can hear me because I feel you around me. I love you buddy and don't worry I promise not to watch the Coyotes games so they will win and not lose. Love you mucho XXOO Momz -

nicole bissaco

February 6, 2009

joey you were always like a brother to me im so sorry i love you so much

Jodie Eckenrod

February 6, 2009

Bob and Cathy - I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this difficult time. Take care, Jodie Eckenrod (Bob and Donna Hester's niece).

BJ and Debi Hester

February 6, 2009

Deepest sympathies to the Funnell family. Although we only got to spend a very short time with Joey, it was immediately obvious that he was a great kid with a personality that could light up a room. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

christina kenda

February 6, 2009

Joey has changed so many of our lives at Banner Thunnderbird, we will never forget him and he will be truely missed.

carmen beolet

February 6, 2009

bob and cathy, we are so sorry for the lost of your grandson. we are both hugging you and you will be in our thoughts and prayers. love, ron and carmen beolet

KATHY ABELL

February 6, 2009

I was glad to hear from your Dad, that you recieved my cards with my silly pictures of me putting on my lipstick!! he said it made you laugh and that gives me peace now because i know your still laughing!! God is with you forever now & so are all of the people who love you
Love ya....Kathy

Ana Brewton

February 6, 2009

Hey big guy we love you so much, Meche is very sad, she was so happy to have a handsome, blond, colored eyed grandson, she says God needed a big angel to help him and that she is sure you will look over all of us. Wil, Dany, Alex and I, will never forget all those great moments we had with you. Thanks for being a part of our lives and thanks for showing us how to be a brave figther and a kind hearted person... will miss you a lot but I'm sure we will see you again.

Trish Brewer

February 6, 2009

Joey, you have been like a son to me even though you have always been taller than me since you where in the 3 grade. You made me laugh, made me crazy and made me love you. You have always been a great friend of our family and we will miss you everyday. I will miss you the most when making my rice pudding, which you loved to eat an entire pan with a gallon of milk. I will miss you shooting and camping. And I will miss most of all the random visit even if Matthew was not here you still enjoyed being with Mike and I. I love you soooo much and will always cherish your memories.

Carla Doepke Weiss

February 6, 2009

Dear Joe, Debbie and Rob:

I was so saddened to learn of Joeys passing. I remember him so well as young boy, but did not have the pleasure of knowing the young adult he grew to be.

Please know that the thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Kathleen (Douglas)-Parmigiani

February 6, 2009

Joe, You and Joey have been in my prayers for several months. I am so sorry for your loss and I will continue to keep you in my prayers. Joey, you are a wonderful young man and you will be greatly missed. I know that you are in a much better place, pain free and healthy and living the good life. Your job now is to be a guardian angel to your wonderful father and brother and I know you will excel at it!
God Bless you all.
Kathleen (Douglas) Parmigiani

Bob & Donna Hester

February 6, 2009

Dearest Family,
We are so so sorry.. Its hard to understand how his suffering has now turned to JOY, with the LORD in the land of 'no more tears'..
A lad of few words, but a boundless LOVE of family and friends.. It's a terrible LOSS, but what a wonderfull legacy Joey leaves. We PRAY for strength to endure, as Joey would want you to..

Now to you 'Big Guy'--
WE prayed that you would live to FISH, until your dying day----
And when it came to your last cast, we then most humbly prayed---
When in our LORD'S great landing net, you peacefully asleep--
That in God's mercy he would judge, Joey BIG ENOUGH TO KEEP..(author unknown)--
Loving you always,
Uncle Bob & Aunt Donna Hester

Angela Fischer

February 6, 2009

Words could never express the impact you have made on our family. From the first time I met you when I opened the door and you smiled and said, "Hi Mom. I'm Joey!" To your constant assurance that you were going to be ok. So many memories between. You are the most gentle, sweetest soul I have ever met. This world will not be the same without you. Heaven has taken a chunk of our sunshine and we can't wait to see your amazing smile again.
Gary, Angie, Natasha, Matthew, Audra and Julie Fischer

Becki Douglas

February 6, 2009

Joey,
I don't have the words right now to express just how much you will be missed. I remember the first time I met you in Forest Lakes, you would kick back in my huge chair and just hang out. I think you were only 10 at the time. I even still have the pictures that you and Robby colored for CJ. You were always in our thoughts over the years and we would get reports from your Dad all the time. We will miss you very much and we love you.

Chris Douglas

February 6, 2009

I will always remember the little Joey that tried to get in on the wild poker games up north, you are a very special man form a very special family. we love you and wish you happiness and joy and you will always be in our hearts.

Kitty SANCHEZ

February 6, 2009

Joey, we will always remember you, and I will get you Hot Choclate again when we meet again.

Kitty and Ed Sanchez

Pam Bradley

February 6, 2009

Wow.....I'm still in shock....I can't believe your gone.....who's going to help me pick on your dad? you better be close to help me out. Your a tough guy Joey all that you went through.......just amazing, your mom and dad are very proud of you, as we all are. I'm so going to miss you and will always remember the good times and will be thinking of you often. Luv, Pam

Traci (Fuller) Hess

February 6, 2009

Hey there....not sure where to start!! Just want you to know that even though I may not have been around as much as I should have been....that I thought about you often!! You will always be in my heart...and I will always when I think about you have the sweetest memories..Angel Fish...thats all I have to say and it makes me smile and laugh!!! I love you so much.....

Aunt Traci

Vivian Fuller

February 6, 2009

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

kristi gile

February 6, 2009

Joey you are the funniest most kind hearted person ive ever met and you will always keep a place in my heart. I'll never forget all the times me you Sabrina and Kaycee had together rest in peace. . . Love ya!

joe Funnell

February 5, 2009

Hey buddy, well I guess this is the end of the long fought journey you endoured. You fought so hard and never had a complaint just telling everyone helping you Just getter done.You were so tough and brave . I sure will miss those nights with you just talking ,watching TV and sending me to the cafeteia for some grub, icees and carmel makiatos,which you've got me hooked on. That was so much fun. I sure do miss you Big Guy , you'e made a big impression on alot of people and you will never be missed. I'll be seing you in my dreams when you want to chat or go do something I Love ya Biggin, Pops

Pam Bradley

February 5, 2009

Wow....I'm still in shock! I just can't believe your gone.....who's going to help me pick on your Dad? Going to miss you Joey......You were so strong through this whole thing, your Mom and Dad are very proud of you, as We All are and We All will Miss you Terribly and Love So Very Much.......Pam

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