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Joseph P. Motto

Joseph Motto Obituary

MOTTO
JOSEPH P., Oct. 17, 2004. Beloved son of Connie Motto (nee Grisolia) and the late Peter "The Duke" F. Motto, loving brother of Vincent (Donna), Billy (Angela) Motto, grandson of Vincent and Louise Grisolia; also survived by many loving aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Special loving uncle of Billie, Nicole, Jade, Donna and Lorraine Motto. Funeral Sat. morning after 8 A.M. from THE STOLFO FUNERAL HOME, 2536-38 S. Broad St. Funeral Mass 9:30 A.M. St. Nicholas of Tolentine Church, 9th and Watkins Sts. Int. Hill Crest Memorial Park, Pitman N.J. Viewing Friday eve 7 to 9 P.M.

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Published by Philadelphia Inquirer/Philadelphia Daily News on Oct. 21, 2004.

Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Motto

120 Entries

La La

April 2, 2024

Joe, there isn´t a day that goes by that one of us don´t think about. Your brother always tells Jade about you n Billie knows all the stories n more. We all miss you so much. I know you are watching over Billie n Jade n now their kids. We love you.

I love you, Love angela

November 18, 2005

Joe

If my arms could reach to heaven to hold you one more time. If my tears could somehow bring you to life again.

If all the pain in my heart could take away all the pain you endured.

Joe, If we could share one more Sunday dinner together. If only you could tell me everything will be okay.

If only I could accept what God has deemed fair. If only I could tell you that I love you and hear, I love you too.

We all love and miss you dearley!

ang soda

November 14, 2005

Joe,

Today was a bad day for me, I went to the doctors and was waiting for the bus, I looked over and relized that I was on the coner of the hospital and all thoughts went through my head, Things that I have been trying to forget about and now they are once again stuck back in my head. People say to always try to remember the good times you had what the person, And I do!

But I know that if that did not happen to you we would have so many more memories to hold on to. And still till this day I dont get way you were the chosen one. They say god only takes the best, I think thats not fair to us. We all miss you very much and love you dearley.

Everyday you are on my mind !

I love you, Give my mom a kiss for me....

B. H on me !!!!

xoxox Rest in peace sweet angel xoxo

Regina Heller

November 14, 2005

Joe:

Everyday but especially Sunday you are on my mind. I miss seeing you at Grandmom's. Love and Miss you Always,

angela SODA

November 10, 2005

Joe,

I cant beleive its been over a year now that you are gone, Every day I miss you more and more.

Last night I prayed to you and ask for you to hold my hand and help me with my life, And already you have done something to help me. Like you always told me no matter what you would always be there for me and I belive that now, I thought once you were gone I would never have that feeling again. You always told me that I was not just you'r cousin I was you'r little sister and one of you'r bestfriends.

I was with someone not to long ago and we were talking about the last time I seen you and we both rememberd everything, Joe if only I would have had an idea that would be the last time I seen you, The things I would have said to you!

I miss you Joe so much as I know everyone else does to. We will never forget about you like my sister said our family chain is now broken and never will be the same.

I love you!

November 3, 2005

Joe, I just can't beleive you have been gone for one year. It's so crazy. I don't understand why and probably never will. I'm grateful for the time we had with you. I'm grateful for the years of wonderful memories you gave to me and my family, but especially to Lois. Thank you for all the lessons you taught her on life and love. We speak of you often. Just yesterday, Eric and I were looking at pictures from Punta Cana and we were laughing and crying at the same time. Those memories are priceless to me and my family. We love you and miss you and always will. Please keep watching over us. We do feel your presence. Lots of Love Always - Rita xoxoxo

November 3, 2005

A whole year since my life turned upside down. Who could ever prepare for the heartbreak? Who could ever imagine such a thing would happen. That I would never see you again – when I saw your face every day of my life for seven years. And still continued my friendship with you knowing that we would always be in each other’s life. That we would always love one another and be a part of each other’s life. No matter where our lives took us.

We used to walk down the street arm in arm. I would ask you what you thought you would look like when you were old and gray. How cute you would be all wrinkled up. You were my best friend in the whole world. You told me you would always be there for me and you were. ALWAYS. When I needed you the most and when I thought I could do everything on my own. You were by my side. My best friend. Through high school and college. You pushed me to be my best and strive for my dreams. You were there when I graduated from Goretti and Temple. And you were proud of me. You were there when my sister got married. When my mother found out she had cancer. When my brother lost his best friend. You always cared. You were always there.

I never thought there would be a day when I could not call you and say – JOE – I NEED YOU!!! But JOE- I NEED YOU NOW!!! And now you are not here. It kills me each day – not just on your year anniversary – Every day. I miss you more than anything. You helped make me the person I am. You taught me so much. You taught me to enjoy the things in life. To not take work so serious – but family and friends so serious. To remember to laugh. To look at the clouds. And I do – everyday I do. And I think of you.

I miss you sweet angel. God blessed me everyday of my life since I was 16. When you walked into my life so long ago. And I know you are not gone forever – but only until I meet you again. Then we will celebrate in heaven together. I love you and miss you – once the angel by my side – and now my angel above.

November 3, 2005

~* God's Loan *~ "I'll lend you for a little time a child of mine," He said. For you to love the while he lives, and mourn for when he's dead. It may be for six or seven years. Or twenty-four or five. But will you, till I call him back, take care of him for me? He'll bring his charms to gladden you and should his stay be brief, you'll have his lovely memories as solace for your grief. I cannot promise he will stay, Since all from Earth return, but there are lessons taught down there I want this child to learn. I've looked the wide world over, in search for teachers true. And from the throng that crowd life's lanes, I have selected you. Now will you give him all your love nor think the labor vain, nor hate me when I come to call to take him back again? I fancied that I heard them say, "Dear Lord, They will be done, for all the joys Thy child will bring, the risk of grief we'll run. We'll shelter him with tenderness, we'll love him while we may. And for the happiness we've known, forever grateful stay; but shall the angels call him much sooner than we've planned, we'll brave the bitter grief that comes and try to understand."

Rita Holt

October 18, 2005

Diane Carotozzola ( Bove )

October 17, 2005

Dear Joey, It's one year since you left us and It's Pat's Birthday. It seems like only yesterday when we were at Libasions having that drink to celebrate Pat's Birthday' when you were like come on Diane Lets have a shot for Pat you were so happy that early morning of Oct 17th A day that will be with me forever. I will miss you and you will always be in my heart I don't know why god chose me to spend your last hours with you but I'm glad he did because I will always remember that beautiful smile, and that drink you gave me Hope I never have that again haha. I hope you and Pat are celebrated his birthday, knowing you too i'm sure you are.God Bless you.

Joann Maratea

October 17, 2005

Dear Connie

I'am thinking of you today as always. Words need not to be spoken.

I will love Joey forever and a day! I miss him with all my heart.

One year later and still WHY?

Regina Heller

October 17, 2005

Joe,

Wow, one year has gone by. What else is there to say except you are missed more then I would ever be able to put into words. I miss all the little thing, your voice, your smile, the funny talks we would have at Grandmoms on Sundays, the way your said mom (ma) there are just so many things. I sit here and can't even believe still that this is real. Why you, such a good person taken, why us, a good family with good people in it. Sometimes it's like what did any of us do to deserve this. I think of your everyday, talk about you everday. It is just so hard and I guess no one understands unless they have been through it themselves, and I would not wish this on anyone. Our family chain is broken and will never be whole again.

I also want to thank you, you answered our prayers for your mom. You gave her a reason to go on and I know it was you who sent this gift to her.

I love you Joe and I always will. You will be forever in my heart. Give my mom and kiss for me and you two keeping taken care of us down here. Love your cousin,

Barb

October 9, 2005

Connie,

The second most hardest day in your life is approaching. My thoughts and prayers are with you every day but more so as the Anniversary approahces when Joe was taken away from you. I pray that you stay strong..i'm sure that's what Joe would of wanted. No words that anyone can say to you can possibly ease the pain that you have been and will go through. As I read the entries that everyone has put in this book about Joe, I know the whole family is devasated by the loss of Joe..some even angry and asking "why". No one will ever know why Joe was taken away from you and you as his Mother will always be the one suffering the most. My prayers are with you and may God keep you strong!!

Joe,

Keep your Mother safe and strong and Rest in Peace Sweet Angel...

ang soda

October 8, 2005

Joe,

It is going to be one year in 9 days, I just cant beleive that it is coming up so soon.

I sit and think how we all sat by your bed side at the hospital and prayed to god that he would leave you here with us. And then we find out that god has taken you with him.That makes me so mad !

I dont understand why and I guess I never will. So many unanwserd question. Its just not fair.

Lastnight I was out and all we did was talk about you, I could not stop crying,It was bad. Bad because all the memories are now taken away from us, Like I said a thousand times life is not fair.

I miss you more then words can ever say.

You will always be on my mind and in my heart, Forever family !!!!

B.H on me....I love you Joe watch over me please.

Joann Maratea

October 5, 2005

Dear Joe,

As that sadden day draws closer, our love for your gets even stronger. No one could even imagine that one year has come and gone. Lois's birthday will never be the same nor any other day. I sit with her and hold her as she cries endless tears for you. I let her know that you had and always will have that unconditional love for each other. My family will always love you and we all miss you endlessly.

Love 4 ever and a Day

Joann

Giancarlo Maleno

October 3, 2005

Joe

This feels weird but someone told me it helps. Its almost been a year now and I dont think I found any answers yet. Im taking all our boys up to the semetary in two weeks to come chill. Im sorry I havent been there, you know how I feel about those places. I dont even know what to say, its like I still hear everything your trying to tell me.I miss everything Joe. Im no longer scared to pass away,remember we used to talk about those things.I hope your the first person I see when I get there, but I promise that for as long as im here , your name will live on through me. Thats the only thing right now I can think of that will keep me moving.Your family is staying strong . I know you would be very proud of them. They help to keep me strong as well.Things have changed since you died, but the friendship we had was the best kind, and that never changes. Your still my best friend and I will never forget you. Until will meet again, let us never forget each other. You tell everyone up there about your boy...Ill let them know about you down here. Love your boy,

Giancarlo

PS- if you bump into my father tell him i love him and were all doing good.

Lois

October 3, 2005

Thank you Diane. I know what you are saying is true. It is just alot harder to actually feel that way sometimes. I miss Joey so much. Sometimes I wonder why God chose me to be blessed with him in my life for so many years. I look at pictures and have to remind myself that he is no longer here. Because it still does not feel real to me. I miss him with all of my heart.

Thank you for always saying such kind things. It truly means alot to me.

Diane

September 30, 2005

Lois,

I'm so sorry for your pain, I know what you are going through but one day you will be able to go on with your life with Joey beside you every step of the way guiding you. Think of Joey as your guardian angel

I'm sure this is what he would want not for you to be sad and always in tears Joey was a Happy person who loved life so take over where he left off and live by all the good memories you shared.When you get married he will be there, when you have a baby he will be there and he will be so happy that you went on with your life.If your sad he will be sad so be happy and he will be happy for you.

Lois

September 29, 2005

The cold weather used to remind me of so many memories

It would make me think of the holidays to come

But now the cold air only reminds me of you.

It reminds of that horrible day

The ride to the hospital - How I cried beside you

But that was just the beginning of so many tears

So many questions unanswered

I miss you so much

I still cry for you each day

I still dream of you at night

I dream that you are here

And I call out to you – Don’t leave me Joe!

But you do – and I relive my pain again in my dreams

And wake up to the reality of you not being here

The cold weather will never remind me of anything but you

My life will never be the same

I miss you with all of my heart.

Regina Heller

September 16, 2005

Joe,

Tomorrow makes 11 months that you have been gone. It is hard to believe that it is almost a year since this nightmare for our family has begun. When I think back on that day I remember it so clearly and it is still just as painful as it was that day. I really believed you were going to pull through, we were all getting ready to go to sleep for the night at the hospital and I really had faith that you would be doing much better by morning and then the doctor came out and gave us the most horrible news I have ever heard. It still is so hard to understand why God took you, I never thought he would do that to your mother and that is what kept me going at the hospital that day. If there ever was a mother who loved her son more, I couldn't name one.

They say after someone passes we have to gone on even though sometimes it is so hard to. I will think of you everyday for the rest of my life, I will talk about you all the time, I will miss you until I meet up with you in heaven one day, I will be there for your mom whenever she needs me because I know you would want someone to be there for her. I love you Joe and miss you with all my heart.

Joann Maratea

September 14, 2005

Joe

Just wanted to say HI!!!. I think of you each and every day and miss you the same.

Love you

Joann

angela soda

September 12, 2005

Joe,

Its been a while since I wrote in here, Its been a while since I even looked in here, But I recived a e-mail saying someone wrote in here and its not there. Dont know if it was a sign are not. But here I am writting in this guess book once again.

I can not beleive it is going to be one year since you were taken away from us, The pain I feel still seems like it has just happend, Everyday I feel the same way, Not a day passes that I dont think of you and cry.

I miss you so much, It is not fair to us that you are gone, Gone but never forgotten. You are my Bestfriend and I will treasure every year we have spent together 24 years Joe and now that has ended for no reason at all!

I love you and will see you once again, I know you will be there waiting.

B.H on me !!!!

Regina Heller

September 12, 2005

Joe,

Just wanted to let you know you are always on my mind. I miss you and love you. give my mom a kiss for me. Love, Regina

love you

August 8, 2005

Joey,

I need to talk to you, I can pray a thousand times and still not be sure if you can truly hear me (hope so).

You have no idea how much loosing you has hurt me. I just cant believe that I feel so empty without you here. I miss being able to call you whenever I wanted to and you always ready to run to help me out. (As you did for everyone else)

I need you to help me so much right now, Please stand by my side at all times. I really need you there with me. I am making all the wrong choices at all the wrong times.

And I know if you was here with us, I would be able to talk to you about everything, But since you are not, I please ask of you to look after me like you have been doing.

I love you and will never let you be forgotten. You will always be in my heart and on my mind every minute.

I love you!!!!!

Mike Maratea

August 7, 2005

Hey big brother, just wanted to say hi. When we got together to have my birthday cake I had to stop myself because I was ready to ask what time you were coming over. But I know you were there celebrating with us just like you always did. I still look up to you, just like I did when you were here. Please watch over my sister Joe, she really needs it. I love you and miss you.

angela Soda

July 29, 2005

Joe,

Every time I read the entries people put in I get this overwhelming feeling like you are sitting right next to me. The other day I was at you're house and this big bright light was in you're bathroom and after you're Mom showed it to me it went away, I know that it was you. I know you are always here beside all of us watching over and trying to make sure we do the right things.

Between me and you (and everyone else who reads this) I know you are not so happy with the way I have been acting, I hear you in the back of my head telling me to wake up and that you love me, And even though you are not here I know you are watching over everyone.

I love you Joe and miss you more and more every day. Like my sister said we are so proud to say that you

Where in our family and always will be.

I love you to death, Until we meet again!

Hugs and kisses and lots of love xoxoxox

Give one to My Mom also.

Love you Joe

Regina Heller

July 28, 2005

Joe,

It is amazing how someone can touch your life so much even though they were only in it for so few years. Your time here was too short but the momories I have will last all of my life. I hold them very close to my heart. You were a special gift to our family and we were so lucky to call you our cousin. Our loss is so deep I know we will never heal. I love you and miss you. I think of you all the time. There is not a day that goes by that your are not thought of or spoken about. Give my mom a kiss for me. Both of you continue to watch over us.

Lois

July 26, 2005

What would you do if you knew you only had one more day

One more hour, One more minute

Would you change anything about the time you’ve spent

Would you embrace them and hold them tight

Would you cry or smile for the chance to be near

When life is taken you don’t have that chance

We never got one last goodbye

We never got one last hug

Although we had years of them

Why do we long for one last sentiment?

One last word from your mouth

To hear your call our name

I can hear your voice in my dreams

I listen as if listening to a pin drop

I need to hear it – I long to hear it

The things you miss when someone is gone

Everyone thinks they know

But you miss what you never realized was so special

I will miss you until the angels bring me to you

I will miss you when I am old and gray

When I have grandchildren and my life has shown me beautiful things

I will see the ocean a million times before I again see your face

I will see the sun rise

I will see children laugh

I will dream a million dreams

But one day ….. I will see you again

My sweet angel …. Until then you will be with me every moment of every day.

I love you always …. Lois

Joan Maratea

July 21, 2005

Joe,

I just returned home from Mexico. I was in a refruge in Mexico because of a hurracaine that hit where I was and as I laid there all I could think of is that I would never see my children again, then something came over me and I knew I would be alright, that something was you Joe! I know you were watching over me. When I got home and got into my car for the first time, your picture fell on my viser fell on my lap and that told me for sure it was you. Thank you for watching over me, as I watch over you and think of you each and every day I love you and miss you. Please watch over your Mom cause and can't imagine what she is going through. Not a day,or minute of each and every day will go by that I every stop thinking, missing or loving you.

Love Eternally

Joann

Angela I love you

July 19, 2005

You are gone.

You are now at rest.

But were still here.

Trying to do our best.

Holding on to memories you left us with.

Trying not to cry when we think of this.

Knowing you was the very best of times.

Loosing you is the worst that could have happened.

And even though we try hard not to cry.

It to hard, Because we still don't understand why!

Every body misses you and every body will.

I just know that we will all meet again and became a family,

A family forever for all eternity......

I pray everyday to God to help me through this, and everyday I ask my Mom to protect you... I know she is doing just that.

You will always be in my heart and on my mind forever and ever.

There is not a day that passes by when I don't think about what has happened to you, I ask God why?

They say God only takes the best, I just don't understand that statement, Why can't we keep the best here with us, That's what we need here THE BEST. And always remember that's just what you are One of the BEST!

Lois

July 12, 2005

My sweet angel you are always on my mind

I don’t understand why you had to leave

I don’t understand why life is so cold

But now my heart is just as cold

I will never be the same now that you are gone

The sun will never shine the same

The rain will never wash away my sorrow

This pain I carry is here to stay

Until the day I see you again

I miss you so much --- I miss you so much Joe

My heart aches inside my body

I try to move on – I try to enjoy the things that life brings my way

But I can’t seem to enjoy things without you here

I wish I could hold you again

I wish I could feel you in my arms

I long for that - I long to see you again

My life will never be the same

I cry for you to come back

If only for a moment to have you back

But I know I would never let go

My best friend …… I carry you in my heart

LovE YoU LoTs jOe , love always angela

July 4, 2005

The other day I was driving in my car on my way down the shore, I was thinking about you and out of nowhere your song came on SUMMER TIME, By Will Smith. It brought back memories of when we were young kids driving around in you're car. I could not stop thinking about you that whole day. Just like everyday!

Joe I want you to know, There is not a day, or a second that don't go by when I don't think about you. You are always in my head and my heart.

I love and miss you more today then yesterday, For some reason everyday seems to get worse. I try my hardest to hold on and catch myself when I am not doing good. Sometimes it works and other time its impossible.

When I go into YOU'RE house I cant even be there for an hour without freaking myself out, Its so hard talking to YOU'RE MOM, I could not imagine what she is going through, Everyone knows how pride she is to have you as her son, And everyone who talks to her knows how much PAIN she is in. Joe she needs you to stand beside her at all times, (even though we all want to feel you around) She needs you the most.

When I slept at your house the other night I was awaken by a song at 3:00 in the morning I still don't know what the words were but I will go back by myself and listen to it, It was just to hard at the time to hear it!

I just wanted to let you know that you are in my thoughts and HEART <3 EVERY SINGLE DAY.

I love you and miss you so0o0o much.

Memories will last a Life time!!!!!

Written and loved by your cousin Angela Soda

June 19, 2005

When you feel a gentle breeze Caress you when you sigh,

Its a hug sent from heaven from Joe way up high.

If a soft and tender raindrop lands upon your nose,

He added a small kiss as fragile as a rose.

If a song you hear fills you withh a felling of sweet love,

It's a hug sent from heaven from way up above.

If you awaken in the morning to bird's chirping song,

It's music sent from heaven to help you all day long.

When a tiny little snow flake lands upon you face,

It's a hug sent from heaven trimmed with angel lace.

If you hear a special song awake you through the night,

It is a sign that he is there to let you know he is holding you tight.

If a sent apears out of the blue,

It is him ,

He wants you to know he is right beside you.

Joe it has been EIGHT long months and the same pain is there since the day you were TAKEN away from us.

I just cant ungerstand why this has happend to you.

Please watch over all of us , But specialy you Mom.

Regina

June 15, 2005

Dear Joe,

Almost eight months has gone by, it seems as though it has been forever since I have seen you. I can't even begin to tell how much you are missed by all of us. I still don't think it has sunk in that we will not see you until we are reunited with you in heaven. Until we are together again please continue to watch over our family and know that you are missed everyday, in my thoughts everyday and in my prayers everynight. Give my mom a kiss from me. I Love You,

Joann Maratea

June 9, 2005

Dear Joe,

Today is no different than any other day to me. I sit her and talk to you, and think of you constintely. No, the pain will never go any. As I sit here today, as a 2 year breast cancer survior I think of that day when I awoke from my surgery and you were there with my family. I will always be by your side, I will always think of you, I will always talk to you, and I will always look at your picture I have on my viser in my car. I want you to know that there is only one JOE.

Love 4 every and a day!

Joann

Lois

June 2, 2005

Spring, and the land lies fresh green

Beneath a yellow sun

We walked the land together, you and I

And never knew what the future days would bring:

Will you often think of me,

When flowers burst forth each year?

When the earth begins to grow again?

Some say death is so final,

But my love for you can never die,

Just as the sun once warmed our hearts,

Let this love touch you some night,

When I am gone,

And loneliness comes-

Before the dawn begins to scatter

Your dreams away.

Summer, and I never knew a bird

Could sing so sweet and clear,

Until they told me I must leave you

For a while

I never knew the sky could be so deep a blue,

Until I knew I could not grow old with you

But better to be loved by you,

Than to have lived a million summers,

And never known your love.

Together, let us you and I

Remember the days and nights,

For eternity.

Fall, and the earth begins to die,

And leaves turn golden-brown upon the trees.

Remember me, too, in autumn, for I will walk with you,

As of old, along a city sidewalk at evening-time,

Though I cannot hold you by the hand.

Winter, and perhaps someday there may be

Another fireplace, another room,

With crackling fire and fragrant smoke,

And turning, suddenly, we will be together,

And I will hear your laughter and touch your face,

And hold you close to me again.

But, until then, if loneliness should seek you out,

Some winter night, when snow is falling down,

Remember, though death has come to me,

Love will never go away.

Orville Kelly

Missing you my sweet angel ....

Lois

June 1, 2005

I miss hearing your voice. I miss hugging you. I think about all of the special times we shared. I think about our walks along the boardwalk. All of the movies we loved to go see. All of the times I would wake in the middle of the night to see you sleeping so peaceful. I miss you with all of my heart. I miss you so much. I cry because I know that it is going to be a long time before I see you again. Waiting to see you is killing me each day. You are my heart always and forever. I never thought our story would end this way. I never dreamed you would be gone.

I know that you will meet me in heaven. I know that you will be standing there with open arms. I wait for that day .... to see you again. I wait to see your face once more.

I know you watch over me. I can feel you around me. I reach out my arms to hold you.

May 20, 2005

Joe I have no idea why I am doing this maybe you know why.

I see everyone that misses you and I read how they cry.

I hear how everyone you came in contact with you left a mark.

In your picture in your eyes I see that special spark.

So, please show your loved ones that you are ok.

So, that don't have to cry and wish they had one more day.

Please take away their grief for you are with the person who sent you here.

Help them move on with their lives because he needed you up there.

Rest Angel

JOANN Maratea

May 19, 2005

JOE,

NOT A DAY NOR MINUTES GOES BY THAT I DON'T THINK OF YOU. EVERYTHING IN MY HOUSE IN YOU. I FEEL YOU PRESENCE EVERWHERE. I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU.

Regina Heller

May 18, 2005

Joe,

Seven month have gone by, I just want you to know I am always think of you, you are always on my mind. My heart bleeds when I think of you and what has happened. I love you, until we meet again.

May 17, 2005

Today is seventh month since you are not here with me. It is still something I have a hard time comprehending. My nights are long with missing you and then another day starts without you. A moment, minute, hour or day does not go by that I don’t think of you. Joe you are missed tremendous especially your hugs, that’s what I long for the most. You and I will be united one day. I love you

Lois

May 16, 2005

All of these thoughts yet nothing to write

My pen may as well have no ink

My voice may as well have no sound

Nothing will bring you back to me

The tears I cry - The screams I try to silence

I cry into my pillow wishing you could hear me

Wishing you could hold me

Wipe my tears away

My angel I miss you

I miss you with every beat of my heart

My nights are so long

My tears fall until my eyes can no longer stay open

And somehow every night I drift off to sleep

Thinking of your face

The things you told me

The way you always kept me safe

The way we laughed together every time I would act so silly

And I don't understand

I don't understand why I am writing this and not something else

I wish I had something else to write

ANGELA SODA

May 15, 2005

Joe as I sit here alone and think of all that we have been through, Not just as family, But also like brother and sister, I realize that you mean more to me then I ever thought in my life.

I miss you more and more every day and I just can't face what has happened to you????

A lot is going on in my life right now, And honestly I thought it would help me COPE with things a little bit better, But you know what It didn't, It just makes me think more about you, Because I know you would be here to help me with EVERYTHING, That's just how you always were.

I love you and miss you more each day, Please hold my hand and help me through this. I know you are already, Cause if you weren't I would already be completely insane.lol

I love you JOE

jade motto

May 8, 2005

i miss you very much i miss your laugh i miss your smile i miss your smell of your hats your jokes you played on me. you were my favorite uncle and you will aways be love jade

jade motto

May 8, 2005

i love my uncle joe so much i was the last one to eat pizza with him . i loved everything about him i loved his laugh and i also loved the smell of your hats i loved his smile .There is no uncle that could ever take his place i miss you very much love,jade may8,2005

Michael Maratea

May 5, 2005

Dear Joey,

I really don't know what to say. You were my big brother for 8 years, looking after me and making sure I was ok. I looked up to so much, and I still do. I just want to say thank you for making time for me for all those years and giving me someone I could talk to. I remember when you used to take me out on your motorcycle when I was like 16, it was like the greatest thing to me. Joe, I love you and I miss you more than words can describe. Please watch over my sister, she is lost on this earth without you. I love you big brother.

Michael

Lois

April 29, 2005

Your mother always spoke so highly of you. Everyone knew you were her life. Her reason for breathing. She loved to talk about you growing up. She loved to show me the little outfits you wore. The toys that you used to play with. I used to laugh because she would hang that silly hat and guitar from your bedroom ceiling. But you were her baby.

She used to tell me of all of the little things you would do. How you always had to be by her side. She would do anything for you. She did everything for you. And you loved her with all of your heart. Everyone knew it.

I miss Joey more than anyone will ever know. I miss him so much that I can't bear my days. I don't know how much I can cry. I don't know how many questions can be left unanswered. He was my heart .... we laughed together - we cried together - we lived life and grew up together. I am lost. My heart is so empty. I used to always hug you. You would laugh - but I believe a hug means so much more. I wish I could hug you once more.

I don't know how I am going to do this. I don't know how I am going to believe that this is my life. That I lost someone so important in my life. My broken heart on earth will one day be a complete heart in heaven. I know that. But the waiting is what makes it so painful. I am waiting to see you again. I miss you my sweet angel. I miss you so much.

Regina Heller

April 19, 2005

Joe,

We still go to Grandmom's every Sunday and everything seems to be the same but then dinner time comes and your mom does not have that same look on her face she used to have. I remember countless phone calls from her, Joe, when are your getting here we're having ravioli's and then you would walk in and her whole face would light up. I know we will never see that look again. No mother ever loved her child more and when you were taken away a piece of her died with you.

You left too soon and we will never know why this happened to you. The emotions seem to change from day to day, sadness, grief, anger, our lives will never be the same. No family gathering will ever be the same. We will always miss your beautiful face.

I pray that you are safe and watching over all of us especially your mom. I love you, Regina

Joann Maratea

April 18, 2005

Joe,

I know you are watching over all who care about you. Too many tears have been shed. We can't even speak about you without those tears being shed. 6 months have gone by and I still wish it was a nighmare because I could wake up and forget about it. My heart breaks so I can't even imagine you Moms'. Lois's heart is broken and will never mend. I thought there was no true definition for the meaning of the word LOVE. I think we have finally found that definiton.

mom

April 15, 2005

My son, my heart: Every morning when I open my eyes again it is by far the hardest part of the day. It’s the realization that you are not with me today. As I walk downstairs and don’t see you lying on the sofa which was your favorite place to sleep the agony of knowing that I must endure another day without you is overwhelming... A part of me was destroyed with you and I will never be the same again.

The world suddenly became an unfair and dangerous place. My sense of trust, order, and the belief that should we live a just and good life nothing bad will happen to us, are shattered. Who knows the answer, not me? I truly wish there was an answer then maybe I wouldn’t feel that I am living in a nightmare and a mistake had been made. When the family chain is broken nothing seems the same but as God takes us one by one the chain will link again. My son, I miss you so very much and I am looking forward to being with you soon. And to my nieces, just know that you are loved a lot. Thanks for being there when I need you. I love you

April 15, 2005

He may be gone now, but then again he’s not. His with you every minute, hour and every single thought. The breeze you feel upon your face is just him passing by, he wants to reach out and touch you, but he knows it will only make you cry. He really wants to tell you that everything is fine, he is well taken care of for the master has nothing but time. He will be with you forever but he will never ever be seen, he will protect from the things that are bad which could be anything. Just remember that he loves you and he will wait for you until the end, he’s in a better place now for happiness to begin.

angela soda

April 13, 2005

Today is like every other day, Just a little harder. I thought as time went on I would be able to deal with the pain, I was wrong. As time goes on it just keeps getting worse.

I think about you night and day, When I fall asleep at night you are the one I fall asleep thinking about, When I wake up in the morning you are the one I wake up thinking about.

This is something VERY hard for me to accept, I truly don't think I will every be able to understand any of this.

I say a pray to you every night, And I pray to god that you are fine. I understand that you are in a better place ,I just don't understand why it has to be this way...

I do know that you are Looking down on all who cares about you!

Please just always know that you will always be a BROTHER to me..

I love you

Lois

April 7, 2005

Joe ... I used to watch you sleep at night. You looked so peaceful - like an angel. You were so special to me. A part of me. Life dealt us many cards and somehow I always thought I would have you in my life. A friend that I could call for anything. You always told me .... You would ALWAYS be there for me. But where are you! I wish you were here. I know you are watching me from above ... but it's not the same.

I read the things you wrote to me as if reading them for the first time. It truly breaks my heart. I wish I were blind so I couldn't see all of the things that remind me of you. I wish I couldn't smell because so many smells remind me of you. Like the smell of spring ... it reminds me of you and your motorcycle. You loved to ride that thing. You loved to be free. And now you are. I just wish we weren't left here to suffer without you.

I remember when Pete died and we used to go see him. We would just sit there and talk. We would cry. We would laugh. I never thought I would have to do the same thing for you. I never dreamed I'd have to cry at your grave.

Always ...

Lois

April 1, 2005

I'll never see a beautiful rose and not think of you ...

You've given me the perfect rose - sometimes quite a few.

I'll never see the sun rise or set and not think of you...

You loved the way the sun looked when the sky was so blue.

I'll never take a long ride and not think of you...

We drove for miles to nowhere - just us two.

I'll never write another ryhme and not think of you...

You encouraged me to write my dreams - you knew it was what I loved to do.

I'll never cry another tear and not think of you...

I thought I knew what a broken heart was - but now I really do.

My heart cries always ....

joe I love you

March 29, 2005

I wish i could share with you, experience, something new, and wish you could be apart of it to.

But i hope you know that even though were not together, I'm always thinking of you....

During the day, you're with me in my thoughts, And whenever I see something I know you would enjoy, I know you're sharing it with me in you're own special way.

And at night, When I go to sleep, I pray to god you keep US safe.

I am looking forward to when we'll be see eachother, Safe and sound and no more worries.

So for now i like to say I miss you now always and forever.....

Regina

March 28, 2005

Joe,

I went to the cemetary yesterday to see you and my mom. I was surprised to see that your stone was there. I thought seeing it would make it seem real and final, but it didn't. It is still so hard to believe that this has happened to you. It seems like that night in the hospital was a really bad nightmare. I keep thinking back to how strong you were and how long you fought. I really thought that night that you would make it through I had no doubt... then I remember seeing that doctor walk down the hall and when he told us... I can't get these images out of my head and some days they re-play over and over again.

Time is going by so fast that it still does not seem real.

I know we will never have an answer as to why this happened to you. I love you and think of you everyday, please continue to watch over our family especially your mom. She needs your strength to help her through.

Always on My Mind and Forever in My Heart, Regina

love your little cousin

March 27, 2005

Today is like every other day, Just a lot harder. I STILL cant belive this has happend. Its not fair. Why , Why did it have to turn out this way.

Every night i go to bed and pray to god that you are safe and that you see just how much EVERYONE loves you. You ment so much to so many people.

JOE, I miss you more then ever, I know you already know that...

Family forever...

love you , ang

March 24, 2005

Today is one of those days where nothing seems right, everything just seems wrong. I miss you more today then i ever did. I still cant believe this has happend. I wake up every morning and i still wish It was just a bad dream. I feel like Im going crazy without you. we were and always will be so close to eachother, I could come to you with any problem I was having and you would never judge me , Just give your opinion, and stand beside me 100%. And thats what family is for. And now every day I have to live without you. I dont think anyone understands what I am going through. Like i said before , you ment more to me then just my cousin, you will ALWAYS be like a BROTHER to ME. I miss you so much and will love you forever. I will tresure all the YEARS we have spent together. Even though it was not long enough. I will always REMEMBER you, And keep you VERY CLOSE in my HEART!! <3

Lois

March 24, 2005

Every day I think about you. Every day I miss you. And every day I wish I could pick up the phone and call you. Tell you how things are going. Tell you that I miss you. But now I only talk to you in my mind. In my prayers at night. I pray to you to keep me strong. To keep your mother safe. And to help those who are hurting so much right now in your care. Because I know that where you are right now is better than this terrible world we all live in now.

I still see your face in my dreams Joe. Every night I cry for you. My sweet angel I miss you so much. My life will never be the same. I look at everything now in a different light. Somedays it is easier to pretend this never happened. That you are going to call my cell or I'll see you out somewhere. I still look for you. But I know I'll never see you again. I'll never see your beautiful face again.

I miss you so much Joe. The time is passing so fast and I feel like life has gone on. Everyone just keeps on living, breathing, laughing. I feel like I am standing still.

Joann Maratea

March 18, 2005

Dear Joey,

As the days pass I believe it get harder. 5 months as gone by. Too many questions!! No answers!! One thing will never change my love for you and your Mom. Things will never be the same.

I LOVE YOU

Joann

I love and miss you

March 13, 2005

Today i sat all alone and thought about every little thing we had done when we were growing up,Joe you were in my life for 23 1/2 years. And i would have to say, you have showed me alot in life.

I can remember when i lived with you and you chased me around the house,I rememebr when you would come home from karate and do all your little moves on me. I remember us growing up as teenagers covering eachothers backs ( u know what i mean ) I remember all that stuff, But for sure i will always remember how much you cared about me, and how much you love me. I am having such a hard time dealing with this , I just cant believe this true. I wake up every morning and the first thing i think of is you. I know one thing that will keep me going, and thats all the love and SUPPORT you have showed me in 23 1/2 years.

I love you.

N Motto

March 9, 2005

Ive known about this guestbook for 5 months but could only find the strength to read it today. Basically that is how life has been this whole time. I knew Joey was gone but could not face that fact. I pushed the pain so far down that i couldnt think of it and because of that ive pushed alot of people away, some family some friends and for that I am so sorry. To Joey Im sorry that i havent allowed myself to cry and shed tears for you. Even though i think of you everyday, every blank moment is filled with the thought of your smile eyes and what you called 'guidance'. Im sorry to those ive iqnored because now i realize that you may have needed me as much as i need you. And I apologize to myself for denying the pain because in that pain there is so much love.

Joey would never allow me to call him 'uncle' and now i see that 'brother' is much more apropriate.

Lois

March 9, 2005

Connie -

You may have only had one son. But you've had many children. You were like a mother to me for a long time. And I truly cherish the years you were a part of my life. You gave me one of the greatest gifts anyone ever could. Joey was so special to me. He made such a difference in my life. He helped make me the person I am today. And the qualities I thought I never could possess - He taught me. I am forever grateful for that. I am forever grateful for having Joey in my life. And I am also grateful to still have you in my life after all these years.

You are suffering now. Each day you are and I know the pain will not fade. But one day you and Joey will see eachother again. And then you will never have to let go again. You will be together for eternity. And your heart will be one again.

Thank you for everything you've given me. I cherish you as a friend and always will. I pray for God to give you the strength to make it through another day. You are forever in my heart.

I love you Connie.

XoXoXo

March 2, 2005

Joey,

Time has just been going so fast for me to understand that this is real. I don't want to face it, I keep pushing it to the back of my head. I have to. I keep thinking how unfar it is, why you. I don't know how to deal with this. Everyone of us looks up to you! before now always. i love and miss you more then anything, help me understand. Please?!

Lois

February 28, 2005

Joe -

Some mornings I wake up and just feel so empty. I miss you so much. I replay that horrible day over and over again in my head. Why did this happen to you. You meant the world to me. Now you are not here and I just can't understand what I'm supposed to do without you. You taught me so many things. I wish I could hold onto each second we shared. But unfortunately life doesn't prepare you for things like this.

My heart hurts every day. I miss you so much.

Joann Maratea

February 24, 2005

Dear Connie,

I carry Joey's picture everywhere I go. I talk to him as if he were right next to me, but that's right he is. I feel closer to him then I ever have. I just wish I told him how much I really cared for him. I just can't get this feeling out of my head. I don't want too. Connie I miss you, and think of you constantly.

Love you friend eternally

Joann

i love you

February 23, 2005

All I want to do is turn and run, I never wanted to see you that way,

For you are gone and never will be back

To this day I will miss you with all my heart.

God why did u have to do this?

Why did it have to be him?

It was to soon for him to go

Please let him come back.

Oh god how much I miss him,

I never got to say good bye

And now I will never get to say Hi,

For he is gone and never will return.

He ment so much to everyone.

He was the world to some,

And to some he was a hero.

He will forever be in our hearts,

Soon we will see him again when we go to heaven.

God take care of him he was my hero and always will,

I know you need him but I need him to.

He was everything to me he was my ideal,I love him dearley, PLEASE god watch over him.

I call him my guarding angel.

lillianne Eggers

February 23, 2005

Connie,I look at you and my heart breaks.But I also know that Joe will never leave you-he will carry you through the rest of your life and give you the strength you so desperatly need.You two had a bond so strong that even death could not sever.

Rest in Peace Joe-you "Blue Eyed Angel"xo

Regina Heller

February 21, 2005

Joe,

It's been 4 months since you were taken away and it is still so hard to believe that you are not here. I don't understand and probably never will understand how someone so full of life, so caring, so loving could be taken away in a instant. Why did this happen, why did this happen to you, there are so many unanswered questions. Our family will never be the same and our hearts will be forever broken. I think of you all the time, some days I can't get you and what happened out of my head. I just wanted to say that I Miss You, I Love You, Regina

Barbara Soda

February 19, 2005

Dear Connie:

I just wanted to let you know that I think about you often. Whenever I see you, I see the pain and grief in your eyes and I wish there was something that I can do to take that away, as I'm sure everyone else does too. I know, tho, that Joey would of been so proud of Angela on Feb. 11, 2005. I do believe in my heart that he was there because of all the love that everyone has for him. I know he was looking down on her and Vincent and felt nothing but happiness for the both of them. It was a beautiful and happy day but also bittersweet because the two most special people in Angela's life were missing and I know it was very hard for you that day also. Angela is very lucky to have you in her life, you are like a Mother to her. One thing I wish for you is that I know when you lost Joey you also lost a big part of yourself. I just hope that in time you remember what a good Mother you were to him and that he knew how much you loved him and the pain that you feel somewhat gets a little easier. You are always in my thoughts and prayers and I guess I just wanted to let you know that.

God Bless you!!

Love, Barb

Barbara Soda

February 19, 2005

Dear Angela,

February 11, 2005 was the most happy but I know for all of you kind of sad because two very special people in your life were missing. I also believe that they were there with you, not physically, but in mind and also in your heart. I know, as a Mother myself, your Mother would of been so proud of you that day. I know in my heart she was looking down on you and Vincent with nothing but happiness and admiration for the both of you. The pain of losing your Mother and Joey will never go away. I know it was very hard for you that day but you handled yourself wonderful!! I am so proud of you and Vincent and like I said before I know your Mother is smiling down on you and Vincent and I know she is so happy what a wonderful woman, mother and wife you have become!!

Love You and Vincent with all of my heart!!

Your Mother-In-Law...xoxoxo

Angela Soda, Dicastelnuovo

February 17, 2005

I got married Eight days ago, It was one of the hardest things i had to do, I knew for sure that the TWO of the most important people in my life were not going to be there, I tryed my hardest to hold myself up and be as happy as i can be , Because i know thats what you two would want from me , and i did we all tryed to be as strong as we can, There was so many tears and so many laughs.But I knew for sure you were there , I felt it in my heart.When i was at your house getting ready i know JOE , I know you was there, you and my mom. Your mom had told me she went the next day and was telling you guys how i looked, and alot about that day, I thought to myself that you had already knew that, I know JOE you were there, I dont care what people say, Its true ....You can feel it in your heart.
I love you Joe so much and my life will never be the same,They say the pain gets easier, I think it just gets harder and hader....
I love you..
Also had put a photo in the book!

Rip Joey Motto & Pat Bove My couisn and my Friend Love ya and Miss ya always.Mike Bove

February 11, 2005

Diane Bove Family

February 11, 2005

Photo of Joey and Michael Bove before going to the prom, please view the photo gallery and add a photo In Memory Of Joey.We love you Joe, Say hello to Pat and tell him we love him and miss him very much I can only Imagine what is going on up there with u two.

In Memory of Joey, Love Mike Bove and Family

February 11, 2005

Lois

February 9, 2005

Connie - It's like you know when I need to hear your voice. I am sitting at my desk crying. And not knowing what to do or who to call. So I open Joey's guestbook. And there are your words.

Everyday brings such agony and pain in my life. And I know you feel that too. Like every day brings another question as to why this happened. Another day I ask if this is real. I wish so much I was sleeping and could awake from a horrible nightmare. I can not think of anything else. My heart is so small. I feel like it is now the size of a penny. I used to have so much love in my heart. And now I don't.

There is nothing that doesn't remind me of Joey. Nothing new - Nothing that I can't picture him there too. And if I do experience a new - I grieve because I know that he will never get to do it or experience it. Taking a breath of air is painful because I know he will never breath that same air again.

I love you Connie with all of my heart. I really really do.

C M

February 9, 2005

Lois, between you and me, I know you’re having a really hard time right now. I know it has taken a lot out of you. I recognize your pain and I hurt for you. I want you to know you can turn to me for anything. I care about you so much and I guess I just wanted you to know you’re not alone. We share something special. I just want to remind you that you hold a very special place in my heart and always will. Also, I think about your family often and always with affection and love. My son loved you guys, thanks for sharing his life.

Rita Holt

February 8, 2005

Connie - you are in my thoughts and prayers. I keep telling Lois, it will get easier but i think it seems to be getting harder. Thank you for still keeping her as family, she really needs that.

Joann Maratea

February 8, 2005

Dear Connie

I glad you visited Joe's guest book. I know that he was loved and will always be loved. I miss our conversations about our children, and all we wanted was their happiness. We cried together when they parted but knew that they truly cared and loved one another. I can't express to you nor can any words be spoken, but one thing is for sure. A PART OF MY HEART IS MISSING. I speak to Joe each and every day. I will never let go. I love him and miss him. I am so sorry for your pain. I see that pain in my daughters eyes each day too. Your pain is one that I can't imagine and I am sorry for that I wish I can make it better. Thank you for all my memories of Joey. Joey will always be a part of my life.

Love

Joann

Regina

February 7, 2005

Angela:

This is the first big celebration to go on in our family since Joe passed. No doubt it will be a hard day for all of us, but Joe would want you to enjoy and be happy on your special day. Joe knew how much he was loved by all in our family and Joe will be there Friday and I believe he WILL make himself known to us. It will always be hard to celebrate happy things because there are people that we love so much missing from those celebrations. Joe and Mommy will be there smiling down on us.Just keep in mind all the good times we shared and how lucky we were to have Joe as our cousin. I love you. Your sister, Regina

Aunt Connie:

I only wish I could take some of your hurt and sadness away. I see it everytime I am with you. No mother loved their son more. Just know that I am always here for you day or night. I Love You, Regina

Connie Motto

February 7, 2005

My Joe was the son I always dream about and wanted. He was the greatest son any mom could ever ask for. Joe was a loving and caring person and shared that love with everyone around him. I miss my son so very much. I miss him calling me Mom all the time. That little word meant the world to me. I know the light will shine and I will see you standing there and saying that one word Mom, let’s go home. I will hold onto you my son so tight and this time my Joey I will never let you go. Right now, I can only take one day at a time.

I do want to thank everyone who wrote in my son’s guest book. Just reading your expressions regarding my son lets me know he touch many lives and for that I am thankful.And a special thank you to Catherine Buonfiglio for maintaining this guest book.

Lois

February 7, 2005

Angela - I know your wedding will be bitter sweet. It is going to be the most wonderful day of your life. And at the same time a big part of it will be missing. Joey always cared so much about you. Like you were his little sister. He always looked out for you. It was nice to watch. And I admired that most about him. How he loved his family so much. He would only want the best for you. And Vinny is going to make you very happy. As will you make him.

Congratulations on your wedding. And the person who wrote the last entry is right. He will be there all along.

When Pete died Joey's cousin Michelle and Danny got married soon after. And during the ceremony a butterfly was flying all around the church. It was beautiful. And everyone knew that was Pete.

I know Joey will be there on Friday. He wouldn't miss it for the world!

I miss you Angela. Take care of yourself and know that I am always here for you and your family. Your family was always so good to me and I will never forget that.

And I know what you mean about Joey's laugh. I hear it in my head all day and it makes me sick. It's really so hard to realize I'll never hear that laugh again.

Always in my thoughts.....

A Not So Far Away Angel

February 5, 2005

Angela, You're getting MARRIED! A Wonderfully Happy time in your life, and I know that you miss Joey, but he WILL be there. ( Honey, Trust & you will SEE )

Believe with all of your heart. When it's all over and you look back at your pictures, don't be annoyed at the little translucent circles that you'll see in the background ~ FEEL HIS LOVE! It's just Joey's Spirit SHINING through! Oh, I know that some will say it's a flash or a smudge on the camera lense, but it isn't. When a moment truly matters, He'll be right there with you and all of those that mean the most. I Promise You. I have hundreds of pictures of my own wedding, and no matter who took them, where or when, the circles are there. Embrace the unexplainable & enjoy your wonderful day! Much Love To All!

Angela Dicastelnuovo

February 4, 2005

Today there is only seven days left untill my wedding day, Something we have talked about as we were growing up, The fun we were going to have and some of the other little things we were going to do. And now we cant do any of them. Why , Why i ask....

I sit and think of all the memories we had growing up, Then i think of the last time i seen you, I remember as you walked towrds your house you stoped and wanted to wait for me to get into the car , i told you just to go in and i will see you on Sunday , and then you laughed and i told you i love you... Thats one of the tings i miss , the WAY you laughed,Talked and cared so much about EVERYTHING.

Joe, I know you wont be there physically for me to see, But i know for sure you will be there watching over me.

I love you and miss you so much..

Alana

February 3, 2005

Joey I read the entries every time you get one and each time I see the beautiful words people say about you iam reminded of what a wonderful person you are. I miss you and I know my family does to. Especially Marc. So watch over him cause he loves you very much. Lois you are always in my prayers as well as you to Connie.

Lois

February 2, 2005

Eight years ago today you walked into my life. I will never forget that day. I will never forget the days you blessed my life ... My family's life. They miss you as much as I do. And I know you will watch over us. And somehow through this grief I will try to find peace.

Joe, now you are an angel although I knew you were all along. I miss you today and always.

Lois

January 14, 2005

Thank you Diane. Your words mean alot to me. And I know you are right. I am very fortunate to have those memories with Joey. They will always be in my heart.

diane carotozzola ( Bove)

January 8, 2005

Lois, I'm so sorry for your pain I know what you are going through and I wish I could take away your pain. Trust me you will never forget Joey he will always be with you in your heart and mostly in your memories.The pain it will fade little by litte and everytime you think of him it won't be pain it will be all the good memories you two shared all those years. God bless you honey Look to the furture life goes on, be happy Joey would want that more then anything.

Diane

Lois

January 6, 2005

Today is just like every other day. And like everyday - I think about you and all the times we shared together. All of the little things that were so special. And I can't get you out of my head. But then again I don't want to. I don't want to forget. I never want to forget a single moment, a single word a single time you looked me in the eyes.

I can't believe I have to live each day without you here. My heart is cold. I thank God you were a part of my life for eight years. But I wish it was eighty years.

I miss you and love you Joe. Please keep a place for me in heaven.

Joann Maratea

December 17, 2004

Today if Joey's two month anniversary, Am, I really saying this or is it a bad dream. Not a day goes by that your not on my mind. I can't hold back my tears I do miss you, I hope you know that. I will always have a SPECIAL place in my heart just for you!

Watch over me my guardian angel. Thanks for the 50-50 I know that was you!

Lois

December 2, 2004

Today I think of you like I always do. Trying to convince myself that this is real. Although I wish every day that it wasn't. You were my heart for so long. I will never forget the times we shared. You were my best friend. The only one in this world that knew everything about me. My heart is forever broken. My tears will forever stain my cheeks. I miss you always.

Elisa Maldonado

November 12, 2004

To Joe's family:

I knew Joe as long as I've known Angela(18 yrs.)and can't think of one time I did not see that beautiful smile on his face. He loved u and still loves u sooo much Connie You are his world as much as he is yours, just know Connie he is with you everyday, I know you can feel him there. I know I do as soon as I think about or talk about him, he is here. As well for the rest of his family and friends he had so much love and respect for all of you, he loves you.

I never thought I could think about someone everyday, or think about your family and how sorry I am everyday. I never knew you can love a friend so much.

Angie anytime u need me call, I'am here.

Connie anytime u need anything or anyone to talk to I'am here.(or if u just need a cup of coffee)

LOVE U ALWAYS

Elisa

Lisa Pontecorvo

November 8, 2004

I send my condolences to your family, and am sorry for your loss. I knew Joey only briefly and for that short time I learned he was an amazing, hard-working, and caring man. I will miss him very much! I will keep your family in my prayers!

L M

November 5, 2004

My heart is broken and will never be the same. I feel like someone has taken a piece of my soul. I can't stop thinking about you. I can't get your face out of my mind. The way you laughed. The way you were always so giving. So selfless. And I question everything but most of all why. Why this happenned. I miss you every day. They say time heals all wounds - But this wound is too deep. It will not heal.

November 2, 2004

Rita Holt

October 29, 2004

Connie and Family: I am so sorry for your loss. Joey was a part of my family for 8 years. he was like a borther to me. He was there for the hard times in our family as well as the good. He cried with us when we learned that my mother was diagnosed with breast cancer and we cried with him when he lost his Dad. He celebrated with us when I got married and we celebrated birthdays and graduations with him. He was always so respectful to my family, especially my parents - it's a small indication of the great man he was. We will always remember him and we will speak about him fondly forever. He was a great man and his legacy will be greater. My sister has lost her first love, my brother and I lost a brother. Me and Eric are thankful that we had the opportunity to be a family with Joey and we will always remember our vacation in Punta Cana. We will miss him forever but we will always remember the great man he is.

Diane Carotozzola ( Bove ) And The Bove Family

October 28, 2004

Dear Connie,

We are so sorry for the loss of your son Joey. He was a great guy and a good friend to my family.He will be forever in our hearts and prayers.We know he is with Pat looking down on us, We are so lucky to have them as our guardian angels.

WE LOVE YOU JOEY, YOU AND PAT TAKE CARE OF EACH OTHER.(MICHAEL AND VIC BOVE )

Michael and Crystal Dicastelnuovo

October 27, 2004

Aunt Connie

Im so sorry for your loss,no words can express the sorry and pain that has tragically came upon our family and especially you.one thing I can do is offer our love and support, you are in our prayers and thoughts always.

we love you Mike and Crstal DiCastelnuovo

S C

October 26, 2004

I would just like to say how sorry I am for the loss of a GREAT MAN.... He will be deeply missed... You are all in my thoughts and prayers..

RoseAnne Granato & Capitanio Family

October 26, 2004

Love and Condolances are sent to your family in this time of sorrow.

May the Lord bless Joseph and keep him close.

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