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Joseph J.A. "Jojo" Iovine
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January 5, 2015
My son, it's almost 5yrs now since you're gone from earth, it feels like forever & yesterday at the same time. The holidays are not the same without you. To say you're missed would be an understatement. I wish I could hug you & kiss your face up one more time. I'm grateful that I had the time with you, although too short. Stay close to your children. Now that you have Grandma & Grandpa with you, as well as Aunt Terry & Aunt Millie, I feel a little comfort in that.
My heart still breaks everyday....I miss you so very much. Everything reminds me of you. I still can't believe you're gone.......Stay close to me Jojo.
I love you for always xoxoxox Mom <3 <3
Susanne Porcelli
January 4, 2015
Every time I think of Joe Iovine my heart aches, he was one of the kindest, loving souls that God gave me the pleasure to have in my life. I was lucky to have known him and will cherish those memories always!!
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September 19, 2010
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September 19, 2010
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Jojo's Memorial Garden @ home
September 19, 2010
My Son
September 19, 2010
Summer of 2009
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My Handsome on Easter 2010 @ The Harvest in Montauk
September 19, 2010
Terri Amarca
September 17, 2010
To My Dear Brother JoJo,
There is a place, I have been told,
Beyond an open gate
All have been invited
where Friends and loved ones wait
It holds eternal promise
Of Everlasting peace
No pain or sorrow ever comes
And teardrops there have ceased
Abundant Life is evident
Constant, fresh and new
A Garden of provision
With eternity in view
The promise is awaiting
a place we can abide
Fulfilled for all who answer
The call to come inside.....
Love and miss you with all my heart,
Your sister Terri
xoxo
Michele Fabian
September 17, 2010
Joe....It was a priviledge to know you. You always greeted me with a smile and a great big hug!!! My heart is broken for your family, your children. The love you showed them all will live forever. I am grateful that I had the chance to say hello to you again before I had to say goodbye! When you saw Alexis' prom pictures on my facebook page, you said you thought that your Angela and my Alexis would make great friends....and you were right!!! I still have the last poke you gave me....You are terribly missed...you're beautiful memory will live on forever
September 17, 2010
HEY JO JO MISS U SO MUCH!!! I NO UR THERE! FOR UR NEW WIFE BARB , KID'S & MOM WOW I REALLY CANT EVEN GO ON! U ARE THOUGHT ABOUT EVERY DAY & NEVER WILL BE FORGOTTEN EVER! U TOUCH EVERY ONES LIFE AND ALWAYS WILL SO KEEP WATCHING OUT FOR ALL OF US OTAY!!! WE ALL LOVE U & MISS U XOXOXO JOANN : ) SO FUNNY BUT PEOPLE CALL ME JO JO TOO LOL! SEE U ONE DAY SOON ; )
a life time away but never apart; at heart
Angela Iovine
September 16, 2010
i have the best daddy in the world. i do not care what anybody says. even if you arent here with me daddy i still have you in my heart. and you will always be there. forever. i will never ever forget you. everythings not right with out you here. i wish you were still here but i bet youre in the better place now. smileing down on everyone. i miss you more then anything.i miss how you would always make fun of my spelling. (im glade computers have spell check or this would be really pretty.) i miss how youd say "your a vegitarean not because you like animals but because you hate plants" or something along those lines. you are always so funny. i wish things were different now, but i no they cant be. so im going to live in the memorys of you. i love you so so so much. youre the best. love you flatty
blue punch buggy no punch back <3 lets go to nebraska together, according to you it is the happy state. <3
June 12, 2010
MISS YOU SO VERY MUCY MY HANDSOME, BEAUTIFUL BIG HEARTED SON. I NEED YOU HERE WITH ME & DAD & ALL YOUR SIBBLINGS & FAMILY YOUR CHILDREN ANTHONY & ANGELA & OF COURSE GRANDMA & GRANDPA!!! AND YOUR BARBARA!!!! PRAY FOR US SO MUCH XOXOXOXOXOXO YOUR MOMMY FOREVER UNTILL WE MEET AGAIN......
BarJoe Stephenson/Iovine
May 10, 2010
To my Babes.COOLIE FACE...Joe...it's so hard for me to write to you the day after mother's day when all I did was think of what you/we/us would have done yesterday.. Joe I don't need to write to tell you how much pain I am in each morning afternoon and evening, cause you must hear me screaming, yelling ,crying and sometimes(when I am able) talk to you knowing I won't be able to kiss you, smell you, hold you, make fun of you, wrap my arms,feet around you at nite before we go to sleep. Now I am all alone and all I get to be able to do is kiss your pictures goodnite and hold your pillow close to me hugging it hoping you will come through to me one nite.I will tell you I hate this journey! just hate hate being without you..Joe you are my lifetime partner but just in a different way... one human one spirit...please Joe let me believe...............sweet dreams
joelle iovine
May 9, 2010
i miss uncle joe a lot. when i first got onto facebook he would always send me a message and we would talk all the time. last time i talked to him was around 2 or 1am before he passed away. i will always remember him because he was very special to me.
grandma i am always here for you beecause i love you so much! and same to grandpa <3
Dad & S0n
May 9, 2010
May 9, 2010
Miss you on Mother's Day especially, Love you son You are forever in my broken heart xoxoxoxox Your Mommy!!
Rebekah Amoroso
May 7, 2010
Carol and Gregg,
I didn't know JoJo very well. The few occasions I had to converse with him were sweet and he was such a gentleman. I will remember his smile.
Rebekah
joann rutherford
May 7, 2010
every time i send something to my friends on F.B. i want to send it to joe cause i always sent him stuff now i send all the funny stuff to his mom & wife! he's been a part of my life for so long even when i did'nt see him! and thats still the same i cant see him now but he's still a big part of my life miss u so much jo jo <3 joann
Paulette Krug
May 6, 2010
God Bless all of you. JoJo is now in our Lords hands safe and sound.
Barbara Kuhn-Polizzi
March 27, 2010
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
Dear Barbara and the Iovine Family,
Joe is the best guy always! With you daily, watching over and you protecting you he is your angel. You have the best memories. Hold on to them. They will give you the strengh you need. His love for all of you will remain the same.
joey puccio
March 16, 2010
big joe was truly one of a kind he had a heart as big as he was joe was the kind of guy were you can call him anytime of the day or night and was there for you i dont think he knew how to say the word no.this yr when me and all the guys go to D.C.on our bikes its going to be real sad thinking that joe was with us last yr and we had a great time with him he was one funny guy to be with.i still cant get over that hes gone......joey puccio & family
March 15, 2010
Although I only new Joe for a short time I feel like I knew him forever.my dear friend Barbara who I attended school with brought Joe to one of our reunions and Joe fit right in with everyone.it was like he went to school with us.I was also very impressed with his live for Barbara and how he cared for her.I am happy to have known him and I hope god realizes how lucky he is to have Joe sitting along side him.we will miss you Joe and promise to help Barbara anyway we can.my sincere condolences to the entire iovine family.R.I.P.my friend.Robert And Roseann Geiger
Maria & Joe Avena
March 15, 2010
Barbara and Iovine Family, we were one of the lucky few who was recently introduced to Joe this past November. Even though we just met, it felt as we had known him all along. Barbara, you could tell in the way Joe looked at you how much you meant to him. I don't think I saw him leave your side at all during our times together except to take our group picture outside as we all froze. We're sorry we didn't get a chance to meet earlier, but the short time that we did know each other made an impact. Remember Joe will always be with you.
Donald Strickland
March 15, 2010
Carol,Greg, Barbara and all the Iovine Family:
I am thankful I met JoJo a few years back. He always went out of his way to speak to me when I was anywhere close by. You never forget gracious people like that. And I pray to God all the comfort, grace and peace to you all.
ROSALIND ZUNNO
March 15, 2010
DEAREST BARBARA & THE IOVINE FAMILY,
AS WE WERE INTRODUCED BY THE LOVE OF YOUR LIFE, YOU CAME IN AS A STRANGER AND YOU LEFT US AS A PART OF OUR FAMILY. WITH YOUR WARM AND LOVING WAY WE SAW IN YOU A SPECIAL & CAREING PERSON.I FOREVER WILL REMEMBER YOUR EYES, HOW YOU LOOKED AT BARBARA WITH ALL THE LOVE IN YOUR HEART.MY DEAR FRIEND & BROTHER YOU WILL BE DEEPLY MISSED.WE HAVE HAD A GREAT LOSS AND GOD HAS GAINED A SPECIAL ANGEL "YOU"
THE WORLD WAS A BETTER PLACE BECAUSE OF YOU. MAY YOU NOW OVER LOOK YOUR LOVED ONE'S AND BRING THEM PEACE OF MIND THAT YOU ARE NOW WITH OUR GOD.
JOE FOR YOU WILL BE FOREVER & ALWAY'S IN OUR HEART'S, ROSALIND & AL ZUNNO XOX
ROSALIND
Daddy's little girl
March 14, 2010
Carol Iovine
March 14, 2010
My Love for my son is so profound I can not even put into words. He was more like a best friend and a son. A Good Boy that became a great Man. Everyone loved Jojo (not Raymond!) I love all my children and grand children so much & I pray I never have to write on this for anyone else. My heart is broken enough. You'll always be a part of my heart my Jojo, your Momma will always love you & miss you oxxoxoxoxoxoxoxo
Ann Marie Wolf
March 13, 2010
To the Iovine Family,
My heart is broken that Joe has gone to rest. I will miss him alot, but I will also always remember the way he made me laugh, whether he was angry or happy he always found a way to crack a joke. I will especially remember back in 2003 when Joe joined my bowling team and he used to get so mad when he missed a strike or a spare and he would punch the wall or kick the machine...like it was the fault of the machine. Everyone used to laugh at him!!! Another funny thing Joe did was call my children silly nicknames. I will truly miss him!!! Rest in Peace Joe!!! May God Bless the family and give them the strength to keep strong and keep on going!!!
The Love of my life My Rock..Joe Iovine
Barbara Stephenson
March 12, 2010
There are absolutely no words that I can say to explain what I feel to have part of my heart ripped out of me. After being alone for ten years and being totally isolated from the world and my own family, because of my own personally issue..I found a man Joe who accepted me for who I am with everything that came with me.. I love Joe more than anyone could possibly imagine.I love my children, Samantha Angela and Anthony but they one day will hopefully find true love. I found mine after ten years and will never ever find another man like him.. I am hurt, shocked , lost...and wish I could make him come back but I know that will never happen. I love my Joe I miss my Joe and Joe will forever be my husband..I will always write something about Joe and me
Laura Gallagher
March 12, 2010
It has been a few years since Joe and I have seen eachother. We recently reconnected on facebook. Joe has always been warm, caring and incredibly sincere - a reflection of the unconditional love with which he was raised. He was a friend to me when I especially needed one. Our world will not be the same without him, but heaven will be an even greater place with him.
Pauline Lavelle-Eldridge
March 12, 2010
I remember JoJo from living across the street from me and from HS. I remember his gentle ways, and looking through these pictures here is just a reminder of the love he shared with the family I knew and continued to be that gentle soul throughout his adult life. My heart goes out to you and your family and your friends. I know what huge hearts you all have for eachother and want to let you know that you are all in my heart and prayers.
Linda DeCarlo
March 12, 2010
Carol, I got to reunite with my little cuz JoJo after so many years on facebook. He is so sweet and funny and we had many laughs. I am so grateful to have that precious time with JoJo recently. When I see his picture on fb he brings a smile to my face. I remember him so vividly as a kid when we lived on 65th Street. When I think of JoJo I remember his beautiful features and rosy cheeks. When I recently saw him he still had that little boy face.You will always be loved and I know that when you meet up with Uncle Charlie he will take care of you. I guess God had his reasons and some day we will all find out what they are. Carol, I hope you can find comfort to know that we are all praying.. you have alot of family that are all praying for you.I havent stopped thinking of you and your family. I am so sorry...Cousin Linda
Frank Savasta
March 12, 2010
Dear Carol, I am so happy that I met your son in January over Tina's house. What a really nice guy. I am so sorry for your loss and think of you every day.
Love, Frank Savasta
Roseann Savasta
March 12, 2010
Dear Carol,
I always remember JoJo and Tina coming over my house in Mill Basin to play with my brother Frankie. What a cute little boy. I am so glad I saw him again in January after so many years. I am also so happy that he was my friend on Facebook. We poked each other every day. I always loved your son, Carol. He was always so friendly kind and loving. It was also nice meeting his lovely Barbara also. They were so in love. Anytime you need to talk Carol I am here for you. No one is more important than family. Love you always, Roseann
March 12, 2010
Even though I didnt know Joe for a long time it didnt matter because the feeling that you get from him was unmeasureable. I use to go home after having been in his and my sister in laws company and say to myself " is he for real? can he really be this guy, this so easy going, laid back, anything goes, this man that when he looks at this women you can actually see the love he has for her. It is something you read in a fairytale book, that you dream of when your a little kid. I didnt beleive it, I thought there was something wrong with him. Unfortunatly I didnt realize it until this moment when I am trying to comprehend all these people feeling and saying the same exact way that I do. Joe, I am honored to have been apart of your life at all and to watch you with my kids and how you adored my son Jake, your buddy. I thank you for coming into Barbara's life who led you into our lives. You showed her life again. You gave us all hope. You made me realize that dreams do come true. Sorry you couldnt beat me in bejewled so i'll keep my title...poke poke. You are forever my brother in law, my friend. Forever in our hearts. Dorn, Patrick & Family
Nanci Zichittella
March 11, 2010
My first memories of Joe were at JAE Elementary. He was shy & sweet and we became fast friends. As the years passed, our friendship grew. Junior high, youth group and our wonderful retreats, high school, and even bowling in a league together after HS. Always a gentleman, always a smile, Joe just made you feel loved by walking into the room. I know he will be missed but I will try to remember Father Mike's words....he is happy now and is paving the way for the rest of us. Rest in peace, dearest Jojo until we meet again.
March 11, 2010
Carol & Greg, I can't imagine losing a child. We are suppose to leave first.
Our deepest heartfelt sympathy to the whole Iovine family. I guess God needed another Angel. God Bless you all. Irene & Anthony Stellato
James Ferrigno
March 11, 2010
Joe could always make you laugh.
If you where ever feeling blue, he could always make you smile. I loved hangin out with him on the front porch, you couldn't help being happy around Joe. I'll always remember Joe and the way he made us laugh.
Shannon Lipnick
March 11, 2010
An amazing man to say the least. I loved the way he was quiet and soft spoken. Sensitive, and a great sense of humor. Enormous amounts of love to give. My favorite memory of JoJo was last year at Luke's Christening Celebration. He "quietly" threw Johnny in the pool with all his clothes, shoes, wallet, etc! The rest of the time they rough-housed together like two kids having a blast. He knew how to just enjoy living and sincerely had a love for people. He also knew just how to make you feel welcome, warm, and comfortable. Johnny and I will miss him terribly!
Lots and lots of big love,
Shannon and Johnny
Matt Gruner
March 11, 2010
Anyone who ever got to know Joe will not forget him. My memories of Joe are from childhood through high school. An incredibly nice guy. My sympathy goes out to the entire family
Jeanine Hendricks
March 10, 2010
carol
i will always remember jojo showing us the new house!!!
stay strong
XOXOX
Laurie Thompson
March 10, 2010
What I loved most about Joe were his big bear hugs. They always made you feel safe and loved. I pray you will always be able to feel that love from heaven as he watches over you now. God bless you all.
Nancy Kurelko-Pollard
March 10, 2010
My deepest condolences to the Iovine family. Even though I did not see or speak to Joe in years, I remember him like it was yesterday in high school. He was the big, tall, quite shy guy to me, but always had a "hello" & a sweet smile to give me. Joe was always a gentleman. Rest in Peace Joe. God Bless.
John Florio
March 10, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Billy
March 10, 2010
Jojo was a larger than life guy. A phonecall from him made years of seperation vanish.He was loved by all and will be missed deeply. My prayers to all who are suffering through this loss.RIP Jojo.
Carol Blieka
March 10, 2010
When you feel the brush of Angel wings, may you know that JoJo is now your special Angel in Heaven. He will watch over you and protect you. He is with you at all times. Count on him, and do not hesitate to ask him for help. His job now, is to take care of his family from above.
The Blieka family extends it's deepest condolences at this very tragic time to the entire Iovine family.
Lisa Russo
March 10, 2010
Well, like all your children, JoJo had a huge heart and a kind, caring way and it was visible whenever you were around him. He was always there with a "pick me up" when I needed it.. He was the one who was so on me about my not wanting to turn 40 and told me to stop sweating it, it was just a number etc... My favorite memory of him has to be that summer I was sneaking back into the house late, I was worried Tina would be mad at me so he let me bunk in his room but it was not without the big brother lecture that's for sure!
March 10, 2010
My Boy and his love of his life Barbara
March 10, 2010
Donna Ellis
March 9, 2010
Gregg and Carol,
Even though I never met Joe, I could only imagine that he was as warm and loving as you two are. Please know that mine and Jack's prayers are with you two and Joe's family.
Love,
Donna Ellis
Michelle Bradley-Stern
March 9, 2010
My deepest condolences to Carol, Greg, my friend Tina and the rest of the family. You are all in my prayers.
Keith Lynch
March 9, 2010
Carol, Gregg and family, I am truly sorry to know of the passing of your son Joe. I will keep him in my prayers and all of you in my prayers at this time.
Keith Lynch
Heather
March 9, 2010
JoJo, you had a huge heart and you were a great friend. I'm glad you were my first crush. Your family and your beautiful fiance Barbara will be in my prayers and heart always.
Carol and Greg, Im so sorry, you have always been so wonderful to me. I love you guys.
Jim Bartolotto
March 9, 2010
Joe, you and your family will be in our prayers. Although it has been many years since we've spoken I will always appreciate your friendship in HS. God bless.
Theresa LaLima
March 9, 2010
I sit here in complete disbelief and not sure what to say. I spent 2 years with Joe in our younger days and what a wonderful and special guy he was. There wasnt anything not to love about Joe. We had a lot of fun times. We were all blessed to know & love him and he will be missed terribly. May his children find strength to get through this. Rest in peace Joe. Theresa
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