Joe was one of those rarities in life I think, the kind of person that you could know for an instant and you could immediately see his heart. He had such a kind way, the infectious kind that burrowed deep down and left you feeling a certain way after you talked to him. I didn't know him for much of his life, and admittedly I didn't know him at its end, but I think that's okay. We all fall in and out of contact, the pendulum of life, ever swinging, ever changing. But I'd like to think all the goodness we have in our souls is the grand total of the goodness we've seen in others. If I'm honest, there is more than a little bit of the goodness of Joe in me, my heart is better for having known him. Knowing this man was a completely positive experience for me, I never regretted his friendship and I always welcomed his presence. I look forward to saying goodbye to you today, and even though your time came far too soon and my heart bleeds for those closest to you, you will not be forgotten, I won't let you. I love you brother,
Dalton