January 31, 2023

It is now January 31, 2023. As I sit here contemplating another funeral I will be attending on Saturday afternoon, I am reading again the condolences that have been left for me and my family at the time of my son Joey’s death. You have all touched my heart time and time again. I want you all to know that I feel great love for you all and for many others who knew Joey and/or our family. The love and support that was extended to my family in 2010 will never be forgotten. So MANY MANY people stepped forward to offer their help and their love to us at that time and in the days to follow. This past Christmas was very difficult for me even though I hid it from everyone. I thought so much of Joey throughout the Christmas season and missed him so much. I believe that his spirit was reaching out to his Mama. And in my heart and in my spirit I KNOW that my son Joey is with his Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. In that I have peace. May you all one day gone to know the Lord as your own personal Saviour and may you meet Joey in Heaven to celebrate being with Jesus. May you all know that no matter who you are, where you are, whatever you do, you are loved. God bless you all!
Joey’s Mother – Esther Lentz

Till this day I cant believe he’s gone. Joey was good friends with my dad, they were like brothers, always joking around & having fun. We had alot of fun times together 🙂 All I can do is hold on to memories ; his laugh, smile & great sense of humor. He is in heaven now with my dad, may they both rest in peace. I miss them both sooo much, words can’t even explain. (Ashley]

R.I.P Joey & R.I.P Eugene Shertzer (My dad]
I love you & miss you guys ALOT

I JUST GOT THE NEWS TODAY SEPTEMBER 28 IM SO SORRY THIS IS HAPPENED MY CONDOLENCES TO ESTER AND LUIS APONTE REST IN PEACE JOEY GOD BLESS YOU

His smile was priceless, His heart was gold, His friendship was amazing! Joey will never be forgotten. This world will not be the same without Joey. I will always smile when I think of the memories I had with him.  I feel better knowing I have an angel like Joey watching over all of us. You will be very missed my friend….see you at the crossroads.

Chad and Maelo

I first moved to Lancaster back in 1997, and was introduced to Joey by my new partner "gil", and Joey was always so upbeat and entertaining, my first impression was when we hosted a dinner at our home and he was the life if the party.  He will always be remembered and pray that he is being well taken care of on his journey. God bless you all.

CJ and Gil

I am stunned over the news of Joey.  He was the "brother" my son never had.  Michael cherished his friendship, support and crazy-fun times they had over the years.  Michael left us suddenly 3 1/2 months ago in his sleep and now Joey has followed in the same unexpected manner.  Friends on earth and now friends beyond earth — we smile for them through our tears — and can only begin to imagine what their reunion was like.  My heartfelt condolences to all of Joey’s family and friends.       

Michael Brown’s Mom   

to ester and family joey was an awesome person and a great friend, if your was having a bad day he could always put a smile on your face thats what i loved about him. i can remember 15 years ago moving to sunnyside with gomer sitting in the yard not knowing anybody and there was joey introduced his self to me and told me to walk around with him and his sister pud next thing you know i became friends with everybody and till this day ss is my family and friends we will always love him dearly and will always be in our hearts and our prayers.

love
dawn (bubbles) and gomer peters -n- family

Joey will be missed here on earth but I am certain that he is living it up and making plenty of noise with the other angels while dancing, laughing and living it up where there is no pain, no suffering, no sadness, no want…  May God watch over your family during this time, when God called you home.

With reverence,
Leah Allison

Although it’s been years since I’ve seen any of you, you’ve all always been in my heart and memories.  I recently reconnected with Joey on Facebook and regret that I hadn’t yet done that in person.  I will always remember him, he was such a fun and colorful person. I loved that Joey lived his life in such an energetic way and the way that made him most happy. I know that he flies with angels now.

You all have my condolences and are in my prayers.
Kelly (Clinger) Clark

MAY GOD BE WITH JOEY AND THE ANGELS WATCH OVER HIM,HE WILL BE MISSED ALWAYS,HE WAS A LOVING AND CARING PERSON YOU ALL WILL BE IN PRAYER I MISS HIM ALREADY GOD BLESS R.I.P JOEY MISS YOU YVONNE A FRIEND

You and I met one another in early of 1987. We did almost everything together as we grew up.. not in the same family.. but in the same lifestyle.( so we thought). I loved you as my brother and your sisters like my sisters and your mother, like my mother…because you and your family accept me much better than my own family did. I will forever remember the great time you and I had, Joey. The uncontrollable laughter that bent us double, tears rolling down our cheeks….You were one of my BEST FRIENDs…
I will always cherish our unconditional love we had for our friendship!!
You will be forever missed, loved, cherished and remembered!! You will always be in my heart!! I Love YOU, my Brister!!
Ranae

Esther and family~
I am so sorry to hear about Joey. My prayers and comfort are with you all during this difficult time. If I can do anything or you need to talk please give me a call. 823-2951.

Pam Bair-Reever

Estelle,

Thinking of you and your family at this time of loss.  May your memories bring you comfort.  May it help that others care deeply and are remembering you in their thoughts and prayers.

~Amy
MRI Group

My heart is heavy knowing that Joey is gone but it is lifted knowing that he will forever live in our hearts as we build the memories of him . We will smile and we will shed tears. We will always remember the love of joey. You are in my prayers and will keep you close to my heart. Know that your family is an extension of your son and brother. I love you all.

Love,
Tommy kieffer

You are sadly missed Joey by all of us.

Bobby Boas, Toni Boas and family

A bright light has gone out here on earth, but you can rest assure that the light is shinning brighter in heaven!  Joey, you will be missed.

Helene Gerlitzki