July 3, 2008
You all know I grew up with Joe and your family, attending St. David’s together and going to school together. I remember Joe as always being very friendly and extremely funny. Mrs. Strong, you were always my favorite bus driver! And Rosie & Cindy, I had a blast working with you both at Drury Inn that one summer! I was never in your family’s inner circle of friends, but I always enjoyed knowing you all and I grieved along with you after Joe died. I was shocked and heartbroken along with you, and I just wanted you to know that I still think of Joe and your family often and I visit his grave every time I’m at Shepherd Hills (which has been quite often, lately). Press on and keep the faith, knowing that many people keep you in their prayers.
Kindest regards,
Dianne (Simpson) Prewitt
I did not know Joe but fell upon this site by accident-and I just wanted to send my wishes to the family. Your husband, father and friend seemed like a wonderful man. You have inspired me to do a memorial for my mother. Thank You.
Jill
March 6, 2008
He didn't suffer that morning, I was the first one there immediately after the accident. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Julie
August 12, 2007
Hi. I'm so sorry for your Loss. I didn't know Joe. I was searching for info on " How to do a memorial site" on my computer and came across this site. My 46 year old husband, Casey, died November 7th, 2006. After seeing Joe's site, I now know what I can do for my husband Casey. You have made a beautiful site to memorialize Joe. May God keep you and Bless you and your family always.
Mrs. John Casey Campbell Rebecca Campbell (Oklahoma)
March 26, 2007
I remember meeting Joe for the first time. Then when coming back to St. Louis all four of us getting together for St. Patrick's Day at Helen Fitzgerald's while watching Mizzou during the first round of the NCAA Basketaball Tournament. What a great time! I will always remember how both of you looked at eachother and the smiles it brought to both of your faces.
Michelle Smith
February 11, 2007
I thought of a story and I an totally going to rat Joe out, sorry Unc. So over the summer Cindy told me when Ben pulls a flower off of the plants outside he can only do it once, and if it happens again he has to come inside. When she left the room, Joe said, "Yeah, I am running out of places to hide all of the flowers that Ben keeps pulling off". Sorry Joe Cool, maybe Cindy won't read it! PS Chilli Peppers, Higher Ground, Drink.
Audrey Eichelberger (Imperial, Missouri)
February 1, 2007
Well I don't understand how life works, because twice I should be dead, but I am still here. I feel guilty!!! Don't know why but I do. I understand the Lord needed Joe for a greater purpose, so does that mean I am not wanted? The only thing I do know is that he is with our Grandma and brother John. I always wanted to go visit with y'all but just didn't and now....Things in my mind, pay no attention to them because why so we call it a driveway when we park, and a parkway when we drive?? So Joe, when you find out the answers to these questions let me know. I do miss you, God Bless. Oh something for his boys: Your DAD is a very good man and I respect him GREATLY!!!
Kirk Heil
January 21, 2007
What a beautiful memorial. Joe was a kind person that was truly blessed with a loving family and good friends. He will be dearly missed.
Charley and Mallie Hoenig (Manchester, Missouri)
January 20, 2007
Hey Joe, It's been about a month. I miss you man. I went to see Gnarles barkley and the Chili peppers with Gantner. I know I told you I wasn't going to but I thought you wanted me to and I did so I did. It was kick ass. They opened with "Can't stop" I'll leave the lyrics later I can't find them now. I was choked up for most of the concert. I still had fun. Flea was in L.A. lakers gear head to toe. I've wanted to talk to you about the most f'd up thing ever, it's about you kickin' it. I'm listening to the Motown xmas for the first time this season. Man we were leaving the show and this chick backed into this dude walking across the street, it was hilarious. I think anthony is getting tired of playing shows, he left the stage ten minutes before the outher guys got done jamming after the encore and they jammed ten minutes before he got on the stage. I know We wouldn't have spoke much in the past weeks but I kept thinking to ask you. The "Dick in a box" skit is hilarious, I looked it up after you told me about it on Friday. It is weird to think about how much Audrey, Dan and I talked about you the night before you bit it. I brought up that asshole that hit me in the face with the raquet when we were playing ball. I would have played 'til dark had I known. They did laugh when I said it was me that hit my face with the raquet. I saw on the news how they're still talking about taking that land for hostpital parking, they had footage of people playing raquetball over the summer, we weren't featured. I'll keep a strict morgan street boycott from here on.
Ryan Strong (St. Louis, Missouri)
January 3, 2007
My deepest sympathies to Cindy and the Strong Family. I used to work with Joe and have fond memories of his ability to fix anything and help out at any time. He will be missed. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Courtesy of STL.COM
Muno Sekhon (Raleigh, North Carolina)
January 3, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Strong family during this time of loss. Courtesy of STL.COM
Audrea Lamb (Poley) (Imperial, Missouri)
January 2, 2007
May the love of friends carry you through your time of grief. Courtesy of STL.COM
Maja Okuka (Tampa, Florida)
December 30, 2006
My deepest sympathy to Cindy, Ben, Steven and the entire Strong family. Joe and I grew up in the same neighborhood. I will always remember the days of little soccer, Bakers Restaurant, and our school years. I admired him for his kindness and great sense of humor. I am very sorry for the loss of a childhood friend. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you and your family. Courtesy of STL.COM
Todd Barger (St. Louis, Missouri)
December 30, 2007
I used to work with Joe at the Geneome Sequencing Center and just wanted to say how sorry I am for your loss. You will be in our prayers. Courtesy of STL.COM
Sara Kennedy DeCarlo (St. Louis, Missouri)
December 28, 2006
Our deepest sympathy to Cindy, Ben, Steven and the entire Strong family. Our prayers are with you. Courtesy: STL.COM
Lisa Oransky (Joersz) (Lee's Summit, Missouri)
December 28, 2006
So very sorry for the loss of such a fine young man. It seems like not long ago he was getting married. Please accept our sympathy. With love, Barb and Frank. Courtesy of STL.COM
Barbara Cushing (Punta Gorda,FL)
December 27, 2008
My deepest condolences to Cindy, Ben, Steven and the Strong family. Joe was a wonderful husband, father and friend. He will be tremendously missed. Courtesy of STL.COM
Cheryl Scott (Shawnee, KS)