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Linda Kay & Ken Thode
May 23, 2013
I am a cousin of Joe Gene. I live in Hutchinson,Ks. I loved Joe Gene. I wish we had kept in contact. I was sorry to hear of his passing. Please accept my sincere sympathy.
Theresa Schaede
September 8, 2009
Stacy & Kylee,
Remember the fun times. You two were so lucky to have a man like Joe in your life. So full of life and such an outdoor man. Never a dull moment. Joe always had a plan of adventure for you guys, never heard him once talk about just sitting and doing nothing. Back during the Chamber days and City Events he was the only "REAL MAN" I enjoyed talking with, the others were too stuffy for my taste. I'll never forget being at the hospital with you and Joe during Kylee's birth. Joe being the proud husband and father had so much compassion for you two. Again... my friend, please call anytime night or day if you need anything. My heart goes out to both of you.
Deby Beadle-Hopping
July 26, 2009
Stacey, I know these condolences are merely words right now. Please know that you have not been forgotten by the folks here in NWA. When you're ready, I'm here for you.
Kathy Boyd
July 25, 2009
Stacey, I just found the Legacy page for Joe, I know this is a great loss for you and Kylee. Joe was simply the greatest and you know I am always here for you if it is nothing more than to talk.
Debi Barnes
July 25, 2009
Stacey
I just heard yesterday that Joe passed away. I am so sorry Stacey. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your daughter.
Linda Gracy
July 24, 2009
Stacey and Kylee, I was so very sorry to hear today of your loss! You are both in my thoughts and prayers.
Ashley Spurlock
July 24, 2009
Stacey,
I just heard through a networking group in NWA about your husband. I am so sorry for your loss. You and your daughter are in my prayers and thoughts. Rely on the Lord. He is our strength and help in ever present trouble.
Pam Griggs
July 24, 2009
Stacy ~ my prayers are with you and your daughter during this time. I'm so sorry to hear. I know God will give you the strength you need.
Carrie Perrien Smith
July 24, 2009
Stacy,
My heart aches for you and Kylee and the days you have ahead as you adjust to life without Joe. Hold each other close and cherish the memories you made together. Peace and comfort.
Shirley Jefferson
July 24, 2009
Stacey, you have my deepest regrets and prayers.
July 20, 2009
Stacey and Kylee, It is with a great sense of sorrow I share my feelings with you. Joe was one of the finest. When stationed with him in the Guard both here and in Korea he was always a "class act". As the sound and lighting company for the Wichita Thunder in prior years I only wish I had realized how close he was and made contact. The USA pageant is another story as well. I am deeply involved in Ok. My Best. Jess Cullison former SSgt KANG, Alva, Ok
Marta Curry
July 13, 2009
Stacey, and Kylee~ Words can't convey enough, but they are a start: we only met recently, Stacey, and after reading all the kind comments from this community of friends who grieve with you...Joe must have been wonderful! How blessed you are/were to have him love you as he did. If you need help at all, physical, emotional, spiritual, manual labor, whatver - please, call me. Marta
Susan Cherches
July 12, 2009
Stacey, I was so sad to hear about Joe. I can still remember the many events we attended together and how much fun the four of us could have. Please know that you and your daughter are in my thoughts and prayers.
Bob Linnebur
July 11, 2009
Stacey & Kylee,
We were so sorry to hear of the loss of Joe. We will keep your family in our prayers.
Johnna (Foley) Kolar
July 11, 2009
Stacey,
I just returned to Wichita today and heard about Joe. I enjoyed the eight years I worked for him at the CVB. From my first day on the job traveling with him and several others to Boston for an ASAE conference, to the day you two attended my wedding, I knew he was a special man. Know that you and Kylee are in my thoughts and prayers during this time.
Shirley Koehn
July 11, 2009
Stacy,
So recently after our conversation at the Rotary Ladies Get together, I was stunned and saddened to hear from Gayle of Joe's sudden passing. Know that you have our sypmpathy and caring at this difficult time.
Donna Meuli
July 11, 2009
Stacey and Kylee, I am so sorry to hear of Joe's passing. I've loved your family since I first met you. I've missed you all terribly, and will always have fond memories of Joe. He was a great, generous man, who I know thought you and Kylee hung the stars. If there is anything at all I can do, please let me know.
Loads of hugs,
Donna
July 10, 2009
Stacy,
Was out of town and Just heard of Joe's passing--and am shocked and saddened. I had the good fortune of running into him a couple of times in the last few years and I always enjoyed his engaging way and his energy. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Kylee..God Bless Carol Carney (Angelo's)
The Stovall's
July 10, 2009
Our prayers go out to the family and our sympathies are extending to you in this most difficult time. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Carol Schuetze
July 10, 2009
Stacey, Please know how sorry I am. Joe was a great man and friend. I remember all the great times we all had together, especially during the Miss USA pageant days.
I only found out about Joe's passing last night when David called me. I'm so sorry I couldn't be there today for you. Carol Oringderff Schuetze (Cimarron, Ks.)
Rae Ann Angelo
July 9, 2009
Stacy & Kylee,
Sorry I never met you, whenever I talked with my old friend Joe all he could talk about was his girls. I have known Joe since the old Hotel-Motel association, before the convention and visitors bureau. I give Joe credit for being a visionary for the city of Wichita. God bless you.
I hope there's lots of fish in heaven.
July 9, 2009
Stacey,
Joe was a great guy and always had a story to tell. They just don't make them like that anymore and it is a shame. He was very proud of you and Kylee.
-Larry McKellips
Louis Rammerstein
July 9, 2009
Jim kind of wraps in up in one teaspoonfull when he said Mr. Boyd turned Wichita from A Cowtown to the most vibrant happening city next to maybe Des Moines or Chicargo. He was a beloved and stirring example of what could be done if you put our heads togther and pull as a team.
Marcia Feather
July 9, 2009
Stacey and Kylee, I was so shocked and saddened to hear of Joe's passing. I just recently had the pleasure of meeting Joe at your home a couple of times while discussing a possible kitchen/bathroom remodel project he wanted to do for you. We ended up visiting for about an hour. I enjoyed his stories. I was most impressed with his obvious love and devotion to you both. He showed off pictures and his eyes lit up when he talked about you and Kylee. It was so sweet to hear him speak of his little girl. SO much love there. He was so easy to talk to and so enjoyable. And I know of the many things he did to better our city and "put us on the map". So, even though I didn't really know him or you, I felt compelled to write this. I feel a loss that's hard to explain. A loss for our city and certainly a loss for the two of you. How blessed you were to have someone so loving and devoted to his family and community.
Jim Keefer
July 9, 2009
Stacey and Kylee,
Words can only do so much during this your time of grief but know that they are given through the heart by your family and friends. Take care and know that you are in my thoughts.
Jim Keefer
Sandra Hakanson
July 9, 2009
Stacey,
As a former classmate and friend of Joe's, please accept my sincere regret for your less. Joe was a good man and brought Frostie and Leona into your and Kylee's lives for a reason.
Sincerely, Sandra Schoonover Hakanson
July 9, 2009
Stacey and Kylee, Please know how sorry we are for both of you. Joe was a special person for many of us, in many ways. He was a good loyal friend and he will be truly missed by us.May God bless both of you at this most difficult time.
Willi & Jean Richert
Alisha Prophet
July 8, 2009
Stacey, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. May warm memories comfort you and Kylee during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you. ~Alisha
Jim
July 8, 2009
Mr Boyd was instramental i n making WichIta what it is today a modern progressive fast paced place oin america
July 8, 2009
Sorry to hear about Joe. our hearts and prayers are with you and your family. Randy & Peggy Flory
July 8, 2009
Stacey & Kylee, Please accept our sincere condolences in the loss of your husband & father. I know he loved you both very much. He will be deeply missed my all who knew him. May all of your fond memories be a comfort to you both. Jay & Pam Gordner, Wichita, KS
Bob Knight
July 8, 2009
Stacey,
Jane and I send our sympathy for your loss of Joe. I thought Rod Stewart summed it up very well. Joe did bring the Miss USA and Bowling Tournament to Wichita, along with 10's of thousands of visitors. He was a top flight executive and an even better person.
Bob Knight
Tiffany Sawyer-Campbell
July 8, 2009
Stacey - I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Holding you & Kylee in my prayers. Much love to you both.
Forrest Gossett
July 8, 2009
Stacey
May the grace of God comfort you during this difficult time. Joe was a good man who believed in Wichita and did his best to make the city an attractive place to visit, live and do business. You are in my prayers.
Forrest
Vickie Johnson-Winter
July 8, 2009
Stacey and Kylee I am so sorry for your loss. Joe recruited me from Dillon's Pharmacy to come work for him a the convention and visitors bureau. He was a great person. He taught me a lot and I will miss him dearly.
Laura Oxley
July 8, 2009
Stacey ~ wanted you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I only met Joe a few times, but always enjoyed his humor and his great insight. Sending lots of love your way today and in the days, weeks, and months to come.
Jim Schwarzenberger
July 8, 2009
Stacey,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss.
Joe was such a special individual and will be sorely missed. His ever present "can do" spirit was inspirational. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jim
Ruthanne Timm-Siedhoff
July 8, 2009
Stacy,
As you face the coming weeks and months, take comfort in memories of all the wonderful times you and Kylee shared with Joe...and know that you are surrounded with people who care about you.
Don & Ruthanne Siedhoff
John Highland
July 8, 2009
Stacey, We are so sorry to hear about Joe. He was great friend to us when we lived in Wichita. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Kylee. We were just talking about Joe at the fireworks the other night, He will be missed by a lot of people that are better because they knew him!
Tami
July 7, 2009
Stacey, I am so sorry to hear.
Our thoughts and Prayers are with you and Kylee.
Hawthorn Suites East
Kathy Jackson
July 7, 2009
We just heard about Joe. Stacy, we are so sorry for your loss. Joe was a great friend and he will be missed. We were just talking about him over the weekend. We had many wonderful times with him.
Augie Blanchat
July 7, 2009
I met Joe when he was 20 something and I was 19. A sharp troop whose winning smile and glib sense of humor helped me become a man in uniform. Stacey, you are in my thoughts and know that he was admired by so many in Wichita.
July 7, 2009
Hey Stacey,
Cathy and I are thinking of you...
Cathy Payne & Dana Britton
Pastor Leroy Greene, Sr.
July 7, 2009
My prayers are with the Boyd family. I best remember Joe as the Sgt. who recruited me into the Air National Gurad. He was a stand up guy in my book.
Janet Pack
July 7, 2009
Stacy,
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
July 7, 2009
Stacey--
Joe was one of the finest gentlemen I've ever had the pleasure to work with. Although that time on the board was only four years, there are many fond memories working with both of you.
Cherish the memories of Joe and be thankful for the blessings God has given all of us.
Bob Goeller
Great Bend, Kansas
Tammy Thurow
July 7, 2009
Stacey, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Kylee.
July 7, 2009
Joe stole my heart; I was 14 and he was 20. He was working at Eastgate Mall, and I would find every excuse to go into the photo department just to see him. I considered him a true gentleman and genuine buddy. He became a friend of my family, and gave us encourgement and support when my father passed away in 1974. I want to give you and your children the same kind and caring encourgement that Joe gave to me all of the years ago... "Remember that you have been loved" LaJune Olson Lynch
Ken Woodard
July 7, 2009
Stacey & Kylee;
The memories of Joe are many as I remember him addressing the city commission numerous times about the work of the visitors bureau! Joe's gifts to the city will always be remembered.
Kim, Ken and Claire Lieb
July 7, 2009
Stacey and Kylee -
We are so sorry for your loss and you are in our thoughts and prayers. Kylee--you are a very special friend to Claire and we are always here for you!
Ken Breidenbach
July 7, 2009
Stacey & Kylee
I'll always remember Joe for his true heart and his assistance during my career downturn, He was there to help me and my family. He was good for Wichita and assisted many in their career efforts. Our thoughts and prayers are with you both.
July 7, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Ann Keefer
July 7, 2009
Stacey & Kylee:
Stay strong and remember that your sudden loss be softened by your cherished memories as Joe will live forever in your hearts.
Dave Porter
July 7, 2009
Stacey - sorry for your loss. Joe was a great guy that did a lot for Wichita, KS. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sheree Nikkel Gerig
July 7, 2009
Stacey - May you experience peace and comfort. You and your beautiful daughter Kylee are in my prayers.
Sheila Wendling
July 7, 2009
Stacey and Kylee--
You are both in my thoughts and prayers! He was a very dear man and truly showed love, care, and concern for you Kylee!! I could always tell how involved he and your mom were in your daily routine of school! Be strong and know that he will always be with you!
Mrs. Wendling
Tim & Brenda (Van Brimmer) Lancaster
July 7, 2009
Stacy - We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know you and your family are in our thoughts.
Duane Smith
July 7, 2009
Stacy -- Sorry to hear of this -- I wish you and Kylee peace. -- Duane
Jessica Johnson
July 7, 2009
Sorry for your loss, Stacy. Joe was a great visionary and I enjoyed working with him early in my career in Wichita. He was the originator of thinking about Wichita as a destination for tourists and conventions. His legacy continues on with the efforts of the CVB and certainly with you, Stacy, and your daughter Kylee.
July 7, 2009
Stacy - My thoughts and prayers are with you & Kylee at this very difficult time.
Pat Greenway
Amy Christman
July 6, 2009
Stacey,
I am truly sorry about the loss of Joe. He was such a wonderful man. He will be missed by all. My prayers are with you and your daughter...
May God bless you all...
Amy Christman
Lt Col Gene Giefer
July 6, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Joe was a great friend and mentor. He was my supervisor in the Guard. We spent many years in the Guard with great memories from Korea and many temporary duty assignments. He was the Greatest.
Candy DuBois Mogel
July 6, 2009
My thoughts are with you and I was glad to know Joe...
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