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Mr. Joseph Wojtkiewicz

1950 - 2014

Mr. Joseph Wojtkiewicz

1950 - 2014

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BORN

1950

DIED

2014

Joseph Wojtkiewicz Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 10, 2014.

Joseph “Jowojo” M. Wojtkiewicz went home to the loving arms of Jesus Christ on November 9, 2014. Joe was born on December 23, 1950 in Chicago, Illinois to Henry “Hank” Wojtkiewicz and Sabina “Sally” Matelski Wojtkiewicz who precede him in death along with his sister Christine Miskanin, Uncle Victor Matelski, and Uncle Roman Matelski. He leaves behind his loving wife Ricci “Rachelle” Thomas Wojtkiewicz and their children Jason Joseph (Holly) Wojtkiewicz, Shane (Autumn) Wojtkiewicz, and Amy (Boyd) Loughridge; brothers John (Mary) Wojtkiewicz, and Frank (Aveline) Wojtkiewicz; brother-in-laws Charles “Chuck” (Ana) Miskanin, Douglas “Doug” (Susan) Thomas, James “Jim” (Suzanne) Thomas, and Stan Thomas. Grandchildren, Amanda (Johnny) Wojtkiewicz, Samantha Benton (Jimmy) Flowers, Steven Joseph Miles Benton, Chloe Analiese Loughridge, Chelsea and Chance Loughridge, Leah Wojtkiewicz, Rachelle Wojtkiewicz, Zoey Wojtkiewicz, Great Grandchildren, Wednesday Fable Wojtkiewicz, and Sophia Rachelle Flowers; Aunt/Godmother, Wanda Matelski Lovely of Chicago. Joe also leaves behind many cousins, nieces, nephews, friends (childhood and lifelong friend-Michael Duffy), and brothers and sisters in Christ both from The Way Home Christian Fellowship, Barstow Free Methodist Church and Southern California Conference, and Black Sheep Harley-Davidson for Christ Motorcycle Ministry. Joe enjoyed many family moments and events they shared and watching the family growing as he became Grandpa, Gramps and Papa.

Joe loved this country and his service in the Navy. He served on the Midway during the Vietnam War. After his service, he worked at numerous companies in Chicago where all three children were born. In 1979, when relocating to California, he worked proudly for the Marine Corps Logistic Base for 30+ years where he made lifelong friends. Joe was a Pastor and enjoyed serving the Lord. His vision for a High Desert Chapter for the Black Sheep HDFC M/M was birthed in 2005 and still going strong. He enjoyed hobbies such as teaching his family the traits of mechanical and wood restorations. He was a perfectionist and never believed in doing things twice. After a hard struggle from a debilitating fall in 2011, he made each moment count! So with the twinkle in his eyes (as he loved children) and the laughter that will be missed, we will love him forever and he will forever be a part of our lives.

Visitation will be Friday, November 21st at Mead Mortuary, 36930 Irwin Road, Barstow, CA 92311 from 2:00 – 4:30 PM. Services will be Saturday, November 22nd at Barstow Free Methodist Church, 800 Yucca Ave, Barstow, CA 92311 at 2:00 PM with reception to follow. Final resting place is Riverside National Cemetery and will be listed at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to PO Box 741, Yermo, CA 92398 or PMCU Barstow, CA 92311.

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September 23, 2018

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October 24, 2015

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connie Keller Nowosielski

September 23, 2018

I just found about Joe's death . I went to High School with him and was his date for the senior prom he was the nicest boy and always smiling . Ricci I met you at our tenth reunion and was so happy to see he had such a beautiful wife. I was hoping to see you both at the 50th reunion. I am so sorry to hear of his passing but elated to hear he was a Christian as I am. He is with God and you will see him again. Please accept my deepest Sympathy I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Connie Keller Nowosielski

Ricci Wojtkiewicz

October 24, 2015

I miss you so much! I think of how many people you are rejoicing with in your heavenly home. It is still really hard on me and our pups. We cuddle and talk of you all the time. It is refreshing being with the grand babies. It is amazing how much they remember. So many of your traits surprise me as I see your spirit and attitude shining in each of them. Steven is a great young man and has the stank a to stand strong trough the toughest of times. Although you always ask him to be near and guard me, he is really doing the best he can. Our granddaughters are strong and determined! Thankful and grateful come to mind as they step up to help me move through each day. Jason is so much like you and dependable. Ian saddened you are not here to share with, to protect brokenness around me. I do believe Our Lord allows a covering from above...I feel it. I love you...always have...always will. My wonderful blessing you have always been. Missing you, missing holding your hand!

Ricci Wojtkiewicz

March 23, 2015

Honey, I really miss you! I have such a hard time taking steps to move forward. It's so surreal how everyone and everything keeps moving around me but most days I feel stuck in time. I am reminded daily how much Jesus loves me. I know without a doubt that the love of the Lord carries me. I miss sharing with you. I think often above you surrounded by loved ones and the rejoicing you get for eternity. This world is so upside down...I have to trust in prayer that Jesus will carry me and protect me as I continue to breathe. It is really so hard on me and our loving pets...they are confused...but when I bring you up they know. Our grand babies remember you and they still kiss your picture. I am always amazed. I love you forever and await our eternity dance.

Ricci Wojtkiewicz

November 28, 2014

Honey, I don't know how others get through this. Our kids have been so good....but each day seems like a vivid dream as the days are passing by. So many events have followed...birthdays and dinners to attend. I feel like I go through the motions and then at the very end...I run home hoping you'd be there to one more time kiss and say hello. I'd share the details with you...still expecting we'd grow old. So many cards, so many friends, so many lives...I know you see. But, now the days ahead I am getting it, are totally up to me. I will hold your legacy high in my hand for all the family and friends to see. You never left us handicapped so I will take the tools now in my hand. The kids and grandkids of course will help as we tidy things undone. We'll make you proud for all you gave...until your time was done. Even tho you were feeling poorly, I just could not have guessed. I should have seen the signs and left nothing unsaid. The animals knew...they hugged on to you & now they are lost at what we do. I have much to tend to and care for here until I meet Jesus too. You were always the one, the love God gave for a cuddle here on earth. Through us our family will know the values that hold true. The Bible tells us how to live....and brings comfort when night brings tears. We had so many good times of joy and laughter and that twinkle in your eye. Especially when a child was born...no moment could compare. You always thought of Jesus...and such a humble birth...that if we could only try a little to live like Him on earth. I miss you honey...I hope you know....a great big piece of me was you! I know you're rejoicing and all our loved ones there have embraced....so many of us including me have a bit of jealousy on our face. As you get the miracles of visions we can only dare to expect. You're talking with Jesus...How wonderful that must be...no cares of this world....no sickness or hardships to face. For now I will take baby steps to honor the legacy you left till we again celebrate. I will love you forever and
eternity.

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Amy Loughridge

November 13, 2014

Daddy,
I don't even know where to begin. I wasn't ready for you to go. You told me you would be around at least another 30 years. You knew how to do anything and I could always count on you. Who do I go to now? Who will carve the Turkey at Thanksgiving? You had your special way. We will make perogies on Christmas Eve just for you. Who will season the Prime Rib for Christmas dinner? Again, you had your special way. I will miss you Christmas morning sitting on the couch with your blanket on your lap waiting for the kids to pass out presents. I think you just loved having the family together. You loved Christmas and couldn't wait to put up the lights and tree. We will make sure your house is decorated just like you like it. Just last year you were dancing with our big dancing Santa. I will all remember that when we put him up. We cleaned up your favorite spot outside. I hope you come visit me there. I miss you so much Dad. I wish this was all a dream. I wish I could hug you one last time. I miss giving you a kiss every day after work when I would come by. We are trying to be strong and take care of Mom. I know that is what you would want, but it is so hard without you. The kids sure miss their Papa. Chloe would get so excited when I told her it was time to say bye to Papa. She gave you kisses and a tug on your long goatee. I know you are in a better place and get to be with Grandma, Grandpa and Auntie, you missed them so much. I hope you always knew how much I love you. I still have so much to say, so listen for me Dad, I'll still be talking to you. I'll say good bye for now. You are the Greatest man I have ever known. Thank you for being such a good Father, Papa and Friend. You will always be in my heart and never forgotten.
The day you answered God's call
Left an empty space
My world came crashing down
I couldn't breathe...couldn't talk...
I felt so numb, I couldn't walk.
It was so hard to believe
That you were gone.
Once so strong;
Where do I belong?
Why did you have to leave?
Why did you have to go?
During the day I have to be strong
I try so hard to show that nothing is wrong.
But at night my tears will flow,
it was just so sudden you had to go.
People keep asking if I'm ok,
the answer is no but its yes I say.
I'm trying to move on,
but it's just not fair that you are gone.
It started out a normal day
And with one phone call it all went gray.
All I wanted was to see my Dad,
when I saw you I was so mad.
This just can't be, it isn't fair
But when I looked at you all I saw was a stare.
Your skin was so cold as I gave you one last kiss,
you Dad are the one that I will always miss.
I know you're in Heaven with no more pain
No more using that silly cane.
Know that I love you more than words can say
You will be missed everyday
I love you Daddy...Amy