Joseph W. Longo Jr.

Dear Corinne,


Carole and I are deeply saddened by the news of our good friend Joes passing. Only God knows why he takes the good ones first. And its not for us to try to figure out. The only thing we can be sure of is that there was only one Joe Longo, and that we were fortunate enough to be counted as one of his friends.

This is probably one of the most difficult but yet the easiest letters I have had to write. Difficult, because we have lost a good friend, but easiest because there are so many good memorys of Joe.

In one respect its sad that we only remember all of the good times we have had when someone leaves this mortal life. But isn't this really a celebration of ones life with the final chapter being the acceptance by our GOD who made this all possible.

Some of our best memories of Joe were the fun loving no nonsense guy and all of the good times we had together. What comes to mind was the first time we all got together at your cottage with Paul and Joan Singer and Paul was wearing his 10gallon, hat that fit him fine but when Joe, and I tried it on it slipped over our eyes and ears. And the laughs we shared because of that. How about the ribbing he gave me for taking a shower in the rain at the back of your cottage when we were staying in the apartment.

How about great dinners at the Port House! I remember Joe always ordering Fettuccine Alfreado. And Joe talked me into trying it and I got hooked on it, until I realized it was loaded with fat calories. He also taught us how to cook pasta and broccoli together on one pot in 7 minutes. Who would have thought? And who could forget the introduction to the world famous Dump Parade and how proud he was of Jan's participation. Or the breakfasts at Jakes and the Belgian Waffles. Or our fishing trips to the breakwater in the lower village. These are the things that will always keep Joe alive in my mind and the things I will miss the most.

I remember Joe as always willing to help those he cared for. When we were looking for a cottage to buy at Goose Rocks Joe was the person I asked to check it out for us. If it hadn't been for Joes input we may have never bought the place on Broadway Ave and missed out on all the great times. I distinctly remember his words when I asked if he thought the cottage was a good one and he responded in a way only Joe could with a Ah-h-h-h Ben you gotta look at this one, why dont you come up and stay with us for the week-end and check it out. That to Carole and I was a life-changing event and Joe was right there to help.

Joe was always the go to guy whenever we need advice about the cottage or local venders. He introduced us to Noble the garbage man and Bill Prescott the sand and gravel man. Both of them became invaluable during our stay at Goose Rocks.

How do you put a value on the countless number of trips he and Uncle Art made over to our cottage on a Friday night to check and see if we had arrived yet?

I could go on forever, about how much the customers at work respected his judgment etc. But I am sure that by now he has taken and passed the final exam with his maker, and he knows what all of the good things Joe did and stood for and his scorecard most likely looked something like this.

Good Husband X
Good Father X
Good Friend X
Loyal Companion X
Good Golfer X
Good Confidante X

Joe Longo gets 100% and is awarded a place in Heaven to join and await his family.


With our deepest regrets;

Ben and Carole.

Dear Corrine and Family,

We were so sorry to hear of the passing of Joe. He was always a good friend and neighbor. Our heartfelt sympathy and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Judy & Frank Pitts

Dear Longo family, All of our adult life we have enjoyed the company of your family with memorable times and loving laughs. Our hearts and prayers are with you all at this time and may all your memories comfort you.
Love to all, John & Patty Rossi

Corrine: Our heart and prayers go out to you and your family. We remember all the fun working on the class reunion committee. Also the fun at your cottage in ME. Thanks for all you gave.

Love & prayers
Bev & Frank Gluhosky

Corrine.....So sorry to hear of Joey's passing. You have been in my thoughts today. My condolences go out to you and your family.

Joan (Granata) Scolsky
Joe Scolsky

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this very difficult time. Mr. Longo was a wonderful person and we have many great memories while visiting in Maine, one of our favorites was having Sundaes on Sundays in Maine with both Mr. and Mrs. Longo and the Alosky Family. Keep all his memories alive. He will be deeply missed.

Our deepest prayers and sympathy,
Kevin, Cathy, Courtney & Ashley Downs

Dear Corine and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Jackie Alves (Teri's sister)

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family...

My thoughts and prayers are with the family....

Dear Corinne and Fzmily:

We were very sorry to hear of the passing of Joe. Will always remember his wit and the good times we had working with him at the Miles Shoe Store. He was our "boss."

Barbara & Rich Longo

John & Family,

I am very sorry to hear about your father. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this very diffcult time.

Bob,We share our heartfelt thoughts with you and your family during this time of sorrow.

Carl & Toni Colby

Corinne and Joe:
Thank you for Jimmy! During our darkest hours he kept our lives going with laughter and companionship and the willingness to help with any task that had to be done. Richard and I are forever grateful you moved down the street from us. Jimmy, like Joe, is one of a kind. There was youthful mischief to be sure. The imaginative minds of Richard and Jimmy fed their creativity to soaring heights. I must be old enough now because Richard has begun to share a few of the secrets from their youth. I love you Joe. I love you Corinne. I love you Jimmy, and it's OK. In my eyes you could do no wrong and your parents did everythng right...whether you liked it or not.
Carole

Dear Corinne and family,
It was with great sadness that I read the news this morning of Joe's passing. We have so many wonderful memories of our backyard times and the fun we all had with Joe. I loved his sense of humor and his kindness and gentleness. He will live on forever in our hearts. My prayers are with you and your family at this time. We send our deepest condolences and greatest love.
Art and Joyce Clark
Gail and George Musgrave

Dear Longo children and grandchildren,
We have been friends with Joe and Corinne for over 53 years and words cannot express all of the wonderful times and experiences we had together. Joe always made us laugh. We will always treasure and not forget those times. And Joe, Bob is getting out his Louie Prima records just for you!
Our deepest condolences,
Bob and Pat Burns

WE DIDN'T KNOW HIM PERSONALLY, BUT CERTAINLY KNEW HIM THROUGH JIM AND HIS SONS WILLIAM AND ZACHARY. LOOKING INTO HIS FACE WE CAN SEE ALL THREE OF THEM AND THE GOODNESS AND KINDNESS OF THEIR FATHER AND GRANDFATHER SHINING THROUGH FROM MR. JOE LONGO. IT'S EASY TO SEE ALL THE FINE QUALITIES IN HIS FAMILY BEING PASSED ON TO THE REMAINING FAMILY, PROUDLY AND WITH LOVE. OUR SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO JIM AND ALL OF HIS FAMILY AT THIS SAD TIME...
MEMORIES WILL SUSTAIN ALL OF THEM WITH PRIDE.
KIM AND JO-ANN SHIRER

Joe may have been relatively small in stature, but he was GIANT in character. That was apparent to me from the very the first time I met him. I really enjoyed his sense of humor and outlook on life- and I found his devotion to his wife and family a true inspiration.

I know his indomitable spirit will live on forever in his children and grandchildren. May you find comfort in this- and in your many wonderful memories.

With sincere sympathy,
Trish Epstein

Dear Grandpa,

Since the first day that I met you, I have felt like I was one of your own grandchildren. You treated me like a member of the Longo family whenever I would visit and I always left feeling fulfilled. Your humor was a comfort to me and I always felt loved whenever I left your home.

I am so proud to be marrying into your wonderful family. I am so greatful to have met you. Nic has so many of your traits and I only love him more for that.

Love Always,
Sara

I think I only had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Longo briefly, but it seems like my whole career I've been surrounded by his kids.

If the measure of a man is the quality of his family, he was one successful guy and you are all a fine tribute to him. We are what our parents made us and they live on in us and who we touch every day.

I hope you all find peace in your many friends who care about you and we thank your dad and mom for giving you to us.

Deepest Condolences

Romano & Associates - Michael, Joanne & Cathy

A good man that will be missed. I always remember when I didn't see Joe for a few days, when I saw him next, he would always say "Hey Pete, how the hell are you doing"?

Dear Corrine We have wonderful memories of Joe that we will have in our heart forever. Gloria and John