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Joe NEYER Obituary
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NEYER, Joe 49, passed away Thursday evening in his Oxford, Ohio home, surrounded by his wife Laurie and his sons Alex, Aaron and Zeke, and their dog, Rosalita. Joe was a man of endless curiosity and uncommon values. He lived his life in a perpetual state of attentiveness, and one could see this path in the houses he built, the friendships he forged, and the words he wrote. Joe was diagnosed with glioblastoma multiforme, an aggressive brain tumor, in November of 2012. After his surgery, he tried chemotherapy and radiation, and then he said no more. Joe determined that the best way to die gracefully was to live intentionally. Over the past two years, he turned his diagnosis into a conversation that benefited countless people - a conversation always more focused on others and on living well, than his own terminal state. Joe is the beloved son of Donald and Phyllis Neyer, the younger brother of Barry, Diane, Donna, Dave, Dan, Jenny, and Mary, and Uncle and friend to many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his first wife, the late Rebecca Remke Neyer, Joe leaves a legacy of love in his wake. A memorial service and celebration of his life will be held at the Oxford Community Arts Center, Oxford, Ohio on Sunday April 26, 2015 at 6pm. Condolences may be sent to www.oglepaulyoungfuneralhome.com
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Mary Jo Neville
April 23, 2019
So very sorry to learn of Joe's passing. I was Phyllis' hairdresser & felt privileged to listen to all her wonderful reflections of time spent in FL & at the lake house. I know each of her children held a special place in her heart. Continued prayers for the Neyer Family.
Lorrie and Eric Bertelsen
April 30, 2015
Neyer Family,
Keeping you all in our prayers as you journey through your grief. Knowing so many of you and the wonderful faith you share and seeing and hearing the wonderful stories of your brother, we know you have lots of memories and support to lift you when you need it most!
Tom and Marylynn Herchline
April 30, 2015
Tom and I have been keeping all of you in our prayers. Hoping the loving support of family and friends will bring you comfort and peace.
April 30, 2015
to the Neyer family and friends of Joe~ Joe was such an inspiration to so many. We were so privileged to be a small part of his journey as he shared with us and so many on Facebook. I even played Word games with him. .Most often he kicked my butt:-) He had such a zest for life and a wonderful example of how to live and die with with compassion and love..God bless each of you during this time of loss
Mike and Anne Frick
Ellen Ziegler
April 29, 2015
I never knew Joe personally, but I read a lot about him and listened to all the interviews with him that I could find. I was hoping to travel to Ohio this summer to meet him in person. Joe's view on living and on dying has forever changed me. Although he was a stranger to me, he will always be an inspiration. I am very grateful for that.
Richard Holthaus
April 28, 2015
Don and Phyllis, so sorry for your loss. Joe was truly a gift from God and you were so blessed.
Randy (and Denise, Luke, Zach, and Noah) Holthaus
April 28, 2015
Uncle Don & Aunt Phyllis (and all of Joe's brothers and sisters),
I am very sorry to hear about my cousin Joe's passing. May he rest in the Lord's peace and love and may God continue to embrace you all with His all powerful Love and Strength. Our condolences to you all.
Inge Koenig geb. Neyer
April 28, 2015
Zum Tode von Joe moechten wir unser tief empfundenes Mitgefühl aussprechen.
Familie Neyer
Ibbenbueren-Laggenbeck Germany
Bridget Meschen
April 27, 2015
Dear Neyer Family,
Our sympathy and prayers are with you today and in the days ahead.
Sincerely,
Bridget and Eric Meschen (McCormick)
Brian Hurd
April 27, 2015
My time with Joe was short but I'm a better person today for it. What an amazing husband, father and man. Proud to call him a friend. He'll be missed.
Barbara Kolb
April 26, 2015
Laurie and boys, so sorry to hear of Joe's death. He was so brave and we admired his sharing of his experiences with this terrible disease. You know, Laurie, that all your friends in Aquatoners share in your grief. We admire your bravery also. Wish we could have attended the services but my brother and sister-in-law were here for dinner.
Steve & Theresa Von Hoene
April 26, 2015
What a beautiful service today. I could feel all of the love for Joe and his many family and friends, even from his spirit that was unquestionably present throughout. What a great celebration of a life very well lived. Our continued thoughts and prayers are with you all.
April 26, 2015
Don, Phyllis and the entire Neyer Clan, Our thoughts and prayers ae will all of you and Joe's Family.
Tony and Peggy (McCormick) Platz
April 26, 2015
So sorry for your loss.May you find comfort and strength in God's promise found at John 6:40
Ralph & Fran Lowenstein
April 26, 2015
Don & Phyllies,
We wish to extend our sincere sympathy on the death of your dear son, Joe.
Our thoughts are with you.
Mark Neyer
April 26, 2015
hooray for the life of a wonderful man,
his suffering drawn to an end.
a father, a son, a lover, a mentor, a builder, a dreamer, a friend.
Goodbye, Joseph Neyer
Stan & Carol Moerbeek
April 26, 2015
Our deepest condolences to the family & friends, and especially to Mary Jo Neyer. Our prayers will be forthcoming. Another Joe was born to our family April 8 to carry on. And may the perpetual light shine upon Joe Neyer now and forever.
Mary Jo Neville
April 26, 2015
Dear Don, Phyllis & Family: My sincere sympathy regarding the loss of Joe. I remember when Phyllis told me of Rebecca's passing, how he rallied thru that & around his sons. I was so happy when he met & married Laurie. I know Joe, being a Neyer, was a wonderful, caring person. I'm so sincerely sorry for your loss. I will surely lift up the Neyer family in my prayers. May God grant you peace & sweet memories @ this most difficult time. Fondly, Mary Jo Neville (Phyllis' former hairdresser @ Dillards )
Elizabeth Mueller Smith
April 26, 2015
Mrs and Mrs Neyer and family,
Joe was the first boy to give me candy for valentines day in the sixth grade at All Saints and as our paths crossed in the neighborhood and at Miami he was always kind and friendly and funny. I was sad to hear of his diagnosis but not surprised by the way he chose to live his life I am sure that his sons are a testament to the good man he was. I am so sorry for the loss of Joe.
Mary Jo Neyer
April 26, 2015
Joe was filled with life and love. His delight in the simple beauties of nature and his cheerfulness in the midst of pain and disease left a legacy of joy and light in the midst of darkness. His greatness resideded in his humbleness. I am honored to be his sister-in-law
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