Someone else mentioned Joe blushing - I totally remember that and in fact, when I picture him in my head, that's what I see - a blushing, grinning teenager. He had the most marvelous sparkling eyes and a sheepish grin. And a great sense of timing with the quietly spoken, hilarious verbal aside. To read such glowing remembrances from his colleagues does not surprise me at all.

I think of Joe and his wife, Suzanne, often. And pray for his Mom and step dad, his father and family, his brother and Yvonne and kids... Such a lovely guy. Joe, I'm sure, lived his life to the fullest. Even those whose lives he touched so long ago still feel his spirit.

The other contributers have said it well. Joe is a caring, loving, and very real human being. He is intelligent with a great sense of humor. Besides that, he worked and achieved much in his life here on earth. I wonder what God has him doing now. Good stuff for which he's well-suited, I'm sure.

I love you Joe. I miss you something awful. Some days, like today, I just cry wishing I could give you a hug and hear your voice. That's the effect you have on me, and others too. There's the testimony of what a great guy you are.

At home there's a special place in my living room with your picture, and a piece of the World Trade Center steel in my office at work. And when family talk, you are fondly remembered. Until we meet again, that will have to do.

Uncle Mike Suflita, or UMS as you used to refer to me in your emails.

Things have not been the same since that day you were taken away from us. We constantly reflect on how you were as a manager, and laugh about the good times we had as a team. You were not only my boss, but one of my mentors, and for that you will always hold a special place in my heart. Not many people in the office were priviledged to know the side of you that made people love and respect you, so I consider myself blessed. I know you are aware of how often your name is called, not only at work, but all around, don't be embarrassed by it, just know that you were loved and missed dearly. Hopefully you're watching over all of us, and lend a hand in guiding us.

Your 20th High School reunion just took place in Endwell NY. Many of your classmates, including myself, learned of your loss the night of the reunion. We are saddened and will pray for those left behind. Your picture was displayed for us to reflect and remember. You were a friendly, positive, intelligent and well liked boy. I'll remember your happy face and laugh. It looks like you turned into a successful, well-liked intelligent Man. For that, the M-E High 1984 class is Proud! We are sadden that you are gone, but You will not be forgotten! We will Honor you with our support of the Coventry House.

With Love, Your Classmates