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Joseph Pasternak Obituary
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for Joseph Pasternak
Thomas Looney
April 18, 2017
When I was a baby deejay, Smokin' Joe was a wonderful mentor and
co-worker in Syracuse at Y-94. I always kept track of his career, and it's moments like this that remind us, we need to keep CLOSER track of people before we lose them. Joe practiced the politics of kindness. He was a zealous member of the Kind Party.
Bye Joe.
Mary Walker
April 6, 2017
Joe was one of the nicest people I have ever known. I pray every night.
Chip Knighton
January 1, 2017
Joe - you were a true friend and an exceptional talent. Bless you Joe and your family.
Joe Dawson
August 27, 2016
Wow. I don't know what to say but must chime in. I met Joe once, he at QFM and me at a competitor station and what good vibes. I always trust first impressions and Joe's was a lasting one on me.
To the family - if you're anything at all like the Joe I met you too are loving caring people. For what it's worth all my best wishes. May you cherish all the positive moments.
Sincerely,
Joe Dawson
(Halifax NS Canada)
formerly WNCI - 1984-2011)
Andrew Jeske
July 22, 2016
My deepest sympathies go to Joe's entire family. I have the fondest memories of Joe growing up in CT. From camping trips with the gang, cruising on our motor cycles all over CT, GHO after parties at his parents' house and trips to Syracuse NY. Joe was a great guy, could easily get along with anybody and was good at making people laugh. He will be missed by all that new him.
July 22, 2016
Joe the city of Columbus and the area where Q FM 96 could be heard will not be the same. Thanks for all the great times especially at The Columbus Square Bowling Palace. St. Peter's is waiting for you to play so iconic rock.
Rich Hamel
July 21, 2016
My deepest sympathies go to Joe's entire family. I have the fondest memories of Joe growing up in Ct.From delivering news papers, camping and the GHO. Joe could always make people laugh. My family and I were just talking about the Pasternaks last night.
Rich Hamel
Eric R
July 21, 2016
Just because he was a local celebrity, he never acted like he was above you. Very cool to be around. I will miss seeing you and Keep On Rockin' up in the clouds!
Pam Harrington
July 21, 2016
Prayers for the family. Cheryl, please call if you need anything. My deepest sympathies.
Pam
Jennifer Bickley
July 21, 2016
My deepest sympathy to the family. I just saw joe in his drive way thursday and we waved to each other as I was on my way to my parents house two doors down. Shocked to hear this news. May he rest in heavenly peace.
Yvonne Yetter
July 20, 2016
Cheryl, Kiersten, and Joey, my deepest sympathy to each of you. May God wrap His loving arms around you and bring peace and comfort. I still use Joe's recipe for Jambalaya and everyone always requests me to make it again. I am keeping you in my prayers. God bless you.
Berti
July 20, 2016
The more enriched a person makes our lives, the harder it is for us to let them go. For this reason, I know that saying goodbye to Joe "Show" Pasternak will be hard. I'm glad to have known him. I hope that the wonderful memories we all have of Joe, as well as the love and friendship we have around us, will support us through this time and help us to smile once more. His legacy will certainly live on.
My heart goes out to the family during this time.
Kimberly Horner
July 19, 2016
Safe ride Joe Show! You will be missed in Columbus Oh from one of your long time fans!
Jackie Slone
July 19, 2016
Cheryl and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for comfort for you and your family!! Jackie Slone and family.
Jeff Miller
July 19, 2016
So sorry for your loss, I did not know Joe personally but enjoyed hearing him on the radio. My wife did call in once and ask him a question about the background of a song he played and he took the time to explain the meaning of the song. That just echo's what I have been hearing on the radio this week. No one knows why angles on this earth are taken so young, and Joe was a true angle. We will miss him and we will pray for the family, friends and listeners whose life are greatly improved having known him.
Jeff Miller
July 18, 2016
So sorry for your lost he was a great guy.
Always loved to listen to him when he played at the bars. He always remembered who you was and your name. God received a wonderful person. He may be gone but will never forgotten he Elsie be in our hearts forever.
LC.
TARA MOORE
July 18, 2016
He was one of my favorites that I looked forward to working with at the annual WOSU auctions. He always had a great smile and great personality. I cannot believe he is gone. RIP --- Tara Moore
Charlie Potts
July 18, 2016
Joe Show-You were QFM96. I remember listening to you on my way home from work everyday. It was so evident that you loved Columbus and it's people. May you find peace and your family find solace in how much you were loved. It won't be the same without you. Godspeed. You'll be missed.
John Picklesimer
July 18, 2016
I have been a listener since the beginning of QFM and Joe Show was the heart & Soul of the station.He will be sorely missed! God be with the family through this difficult time.
Adam Latek
July 18, 2016
The last time I saw Joe was probably about a year ago. I had just finished eating at Jack & Benny's, and had gone across the street to buy cigarettes. I crossed back and was walking to my car when, all of a sudden, I hear from behind me "Adam!" I turned around, and who should be there but Joe Show. He was eating in Jack and Benny's and ran outside when he saw me walk by. We hadn't seen each other in a year or more (since the Name That Tune I regularly attended had been canceled) , but he just wanted to say hi and give me a hug. I was very touched by this, especially that he remembered my name, which was never his strong suit! :) It made me feel very loved, and I know that he knew that I loved him, too! I miss you already, Joe Show. QFM doesn't sound the same.
Donna
July 18, 2016
Joe was a great, long time friend. I'm still in shock to hear of his passing. There's a hole in my heart that will never be filled. My sincere condolences to his family and all of his friends. Joe was always happy and smiling and his excitement for life was infectious. Heaven gained a rock and roll angel! You will be so missed dear friend.
Tommy Nast
July 18, 2016
My sincerest condolences to the Pasternak family on this devastating loss. I was blessed to have gotten to work with Joe early on in his career at 94Rock in Syracuse and from there it was always a pleasure to see what a radio icon he became in Columbus. Always a smile, always so upbeat and forever in our hearts. You will be greatly missed Joe.
Barb McKee
July 18, 2016
To Joe Show's family,
I am deeply sorry for your loss. Although I never had the opportunity to meet Joe I felt I knew him after listening to his show since the beginning. God speed Joe Show you will be missed by all.
Buzz Knight
July 18, 2016
Very saddened to hear the news of Joe passing.
What a contagious great spirit who loved the business.
He always gave his all and made everyone around him better.
I'm so grateful to have known him and so appreciative of all he did.
My thoughts go out to the Pasternak family.
July 18, 2016
To my dear friend and rockin' buddy Joe Show. Thanks for the years of laughs and good times. I'm gonna miss ya. Keep sailin' & rock on in Heaven. JB Bruck
July 18, 2016
To the entire Pasternak Family I want to send my deepest condolences. I went to Xavier with Joe and have fond memories of him. I lived in Wethersfield as well and often commuted to Middletown in Joe's old push button shifting Chrysler. Joe was always a very happy and positive person and will surely be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to his wife and children as well as his brothers and sisters. Rest in peace old Xavier brother. St Francis Xavier pray for Joe! Sincerely, John Kycia
Theresa Blacksten
July 18, 2016
What a loss for the community. I always enjoyed listening to the "Joe Show" will really miss it. My thoughts & prayers go to out to his family & Qfm family.
TY & LYNNIE
July 18, 2016
Joe Show ,You Were The Best Of The Best .May You Rest In Peace MY Freind .
Vera Johnson
July 17, 2016
My deepest sympathy and condolences are for Joe's family and many, many friends! In the short time I've known him I have been blessed with the privilege of calling him a fiend! He was a true inspiration, of how to be a humble and selfless person! I can only imagine the impact of his passing on his family. Heaven received a very bright star, and we lost one here on earth! May the good Lord hold him and you in his loving arms!
PAULA SCHALL
July 17, 2016
Cheryl Kiersten and Joey so sorry to hear of Joe's passing.
My condolences to you at this time of great sorrow.
Our prayers are for and with you at this time.
Rob and Paula Schall
William Kirby
July 17, 2016
My thoughts and prayers go out to Pasternak family. I know how you are feeling as we lost Thomas J. D'Ambrosio just six months ago. I am praying that you will get through what will be a difficult time. May God and your family give you the strength.
William L. Kirby Jr.
Kenny & Susan
July 17, 2016
As we mourn the loss of such an amazing man, there are those in Heaven who are rejoicing his arrival. To the family; although there are no words to take away your sorrow, may God grant you peace and may your wonderful memories comfort you during this difficult time. We'll miss you Joe Show!
K Layne
July 17, 2016
Wish i knew what to say at a time like this other than i am truly sorry for your loss. I am just a listener since the beginning, he has helped us get through many a rough day, so you feel like you know him! Thanks to his family for sharing him with us! He will be missed. God bless
Eddie Schaefer
July 17, 2016
Rest in peace Joe.
Renae W
July 17, 2016
Joe is the most truly amazing person I've ever met and he touched my life, heart, and soul in ways I couldn't begin to articulate. He was the most genuine, authentic, unpretentious, funny, sincere, empathetic, kind, and caring person I know and I'm so very blessed to have known him. His ever present sense of awe and childlike wonder was one of his most endearing qualities, along with is exemplary work ethic. His transition saddens me beyond belief and I will miss him greatly...more than words could ever convey. I am devastated over the loss; still in a state of shocked disbelief and existential sadness.
I love you, Joe. You are truly a great man; one-of-a-kind and an inspiration to us all. The world suffers a great loss in your passing.
Lisa Walker
July 17, 2016
Dear Cheryl and family...maybe you will remember that I worked with Joe at SKY101 and 95X in Syracuse. He was truly one of the most sincere, authentic and nicest people in radio and was a good friend when we were working together. My deepest sympathy to you all. ~Lisa Eichholzer "Walker"
Carol Schleich
July 17, 2016
Joe was such a huge part of QFM's success.
Nora lee Hanley
July 17, 2016
Heaven just got a whole lot brighter with you there. Earth is mourning you "Mr. Show". Prayers for your family and friends you left behind. You are missed beyond words Joe. R.I.P my friend. Enjoy those wings.
July 17, 2016
From the second we heard you were gone are heart's were
broken rock on Joe show god speed. Love Murdoch and family
Chad Shuster
July 16, 2016
I've listened to qfm for a very long time I was fortunate to have met a great man and such a wonderful person YOU will be missed my friend
July 16, 2016
Cheryl, Kiersten and Joey, I am so sorry! Please let me know if I can help in anyway. May God hold you close at this sad time. Fondly, Carol Ambrosino
Carol Walker
July 16, 2016
Dear Cheryl, Kiersten and Joey,
We are so, so sad to learn of Joe's passing. Our thoughts, hearts and prayers are of you and with you.
With Sincere Condolences and Concerns,
Carol and Mark Walker and Jordyn Scott
Russ Pedersen
July 16, 2016
As we always seemed to bond at RUSH concerts over the past years, I feel its appropriate to use their lyrics now...'and when I heard that he was gone, a shadow crossed my heart'. A decent man, and a brother of the leaf, has left us. Until next time Joe. I'll bring the sticks.
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