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maria bowers posted a condolence
I can still hear you whistling while coming up the walkway after work and will forever see your smile that made everyones heartache melt away. Your words of wisdom and your "second Tuesday next week" phrases will live on in our stories and laughter. We have tears of sadness now but they will soon turn to smiles and calm as we know you are no longer in pain and watching over us just as you always wanted to. Dad aka Poppoppop...we all love you and will continue to "placate" mom and as you told me the last time I saw you, I will behave myself.
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Jennifer posted a condolence
I love you Daddy. I loved your mystery rides, your stories, your strong arms wrapping me in a hug (you always said I gave the best hugs), your beautiful baritone voice, and your pure soul. My life will never be the same without you in it. You put family above all else and were such a kind, quiet, patient man. I will live by your words "Placate your mother". We will take care of her Daddy. You just rest in peace and be our Guardian Angel.
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Joanne Loya posted a condolence
Your smile is what I saw the first time we met. Those dimples and those big brown eyes captured my heart. I fell in love with you at 19 years old. I knew it for sure when you called me one night and I answered the phone and I heard " hi, angel." I melted into a puddle of love.
You are now my angel watching over me and our children and those beautiful grandchildren.
I love you Joey, more than words could ever portray. Rest for now, but when we meet again, I will run into your loving arms and stay there for eternity.
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Justin posted a condolence
Joe always liked projects, yet somehow the tools always ended up in my hands while he sipped a cup of coffee and asked. "Justin...may I make a suggestion?" How did this happen again I would always ask myself...
During one of "our" many repairs I was searching through the endless bins of spare parts in the garage labeled with nothing other than duct tape. Joe came in and asked.
"Justin, can I get you anything, do anything for you?"
I replied, " well Joe, how about your daughter's hand in marriage".
"Is that all" he answered..... Ahhhh, you got it J. Anything else?
You welcomed me into your family with open arms, and for that I am forever grateful. I'll miss you greatly Joe. Put those angels to work up there!
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Lisa Loya Durant posted a condolence
Uncle Joey, sweet uncle. I never heard you utter an unkind word, and you always laughed at my jokes. You and Aunt Joanne built a wonderful family, and your love was no secret. Look at all the love you caused! We will miss you so.
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Veronica Loya posted a condolence
Uncle Joe you will be so missed... so, so missed by everyone who enjoyed your warm smile and sense of humor through all sorts of pain. The last time I came to play scrabble I thought it was a great time for a visit, I don't need a reason or an event, or a huge gala when I see family, sometimes I just need to see family. You and A. Joanne just opened your door. That's all it took to make a great memory, and I'm so glad you were in it. I love you so much!
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Biernacki Family posted a condolence
After his Army days, Joe worked in VA and lived with me and my cousin. He would be the envy of guys on the street whenever he came with us to movies or a restaurant. One guy, two gals...!! He loved it!
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Deacon Gregory Loya posted a condolence
My deepest sympathies to the Joseph V. Loya family. When I was a kid going to the Loya reunions in Dawson, Fr. Steve's kids always confused me. I used to think Bundy was the larger version of Fr. John and I could never keep Joey and Fr. Dan straight. I only got to see them once in a while, but they were always very kind to us kids, especially since we were one of the other Joe Loya's kids. One of my favorite lines from our parastas service sums up what we believe for Joe at this time: "With the souls of the just brought to perfection, give rest, O Savior, to the soul of Your servant, keeping him for the blessed life with You, for You love mankind." May his memory be eternal.
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Mary Ellen Jacobs posted a condolence
My most heartfelt sympathy to the Loya family for their loss.
Jennifer, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
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Jennifer and Pete Roslund posted a condolence
Pat and Heather and the Loya family,
We were so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. We are thinking about you guys and hope the memories of your dad will help you get through this time.
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Teddy and Marta posted a condolence
We'll miss your smiling face and mischievous fun personality. Love you, Uncle Joey!
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Debbie Zettlemoyer posted a condolence
My thoughts and prayers are with you all Keep the happy memories alive forever. They will get you past the dark days. Here if you need me.
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Anna Jane & Tom Petty posted a condolence
Dear Family:+Joe's middle name sums it all up. For sure he was a "VICTOR" in this life and God willing in the next also. Go with God - S'Bohom. With our love and deepest sympathy. Anna Jane and Tom P.
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Manganelli Family posted a condolence
Our deepest sympathies to Joanne, children and grandchildren. You are all so blessed to have a great husband, father and grandfather.
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Terri Loya Holupka posted a condolence
Love and deepest sympathy to you Joanne and family. Joey will forever and always play his own very special part in so many lives. He put his stamp on the Loya reunions when when I was young when upon arrival, he loudly proclaimed with an engaging hug, "How's my favorite cousin!" Little did I realize then that there were at least 50 "favorite cousins" within shouting distance and
they were all received with that special engaging, warm singular special feel that only he could impart. Love and prayers always.
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Thad Hvasta posted a condolence
Joseph Victor Loya, my uncle, one of the greatest men I've ever known, and the family member who I am most like, left this world to join three of his brothers, his parents and friends. He is in a timeless place where there is only love, and light, no pain sorrow nor mourning. He is 6 yrs old, annoying his brothers in Portage, he is 14 yrs old, antagonizing his sisters in Duquesne, he is in his 20ys, babysitting my two brothers and me. He meets and marries the love of his life, Joanne. He is in his 30s, for the birth of their children.. his son Patrick, and daughters, Ruthann, Jennifer and MariaLynn. He can watch over and guard them forever. I will hear him always in my head, and in my heart. Eternal Memory, Uncle Joey, until we meet again.
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Marianne Hvasta posted a condolence
My Uncle, my Godfather, one of the most beautiful souls I've ever had the pleasure of being family with. I loved you and looked up to you as a young kid when you lived in Buckingham, then talking with you about life and such as an adult. You will forever be in my heart and as my Godfather continuing in your passing in teaching me about Gods love and mercy. I'll miss you terribly!!
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Alisha Horton posted a condolence
Anytime i walked into your house i felt as if I was a member of the family. Papa Joe was one of the kindest people I have ever met. I will miss him.
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Marthe Terry posted a condolence
Where do I begin, dear "St." Joseph, Joe, Joey! So many memories over the past 24 years of being your next-door neighbor. Your gentle spirit and presence to me and my family was a comfort and a joy. Any problem that came up, "Have no fear! Joe Loya's here!" The little, caring ways we looked out for each other, like each others' neighborly guardian angels. You got my freezer food through Sandy, keeping your generator going, hooked up to your freezer. A most beautiful memory, Jennifer's First Holy Communion at St. Thomas in Rahway. The Easter season. WOW! Does God use the Byzantine Rite in Heaven?! I almost died of joy! The reverence and singing were exquisite! How many times I blessed myself "backwards" and your house, too, looking over from the kitchen window as I prayed for you and your family. You always called me "Marty" and were the only one allowed to call me that. The day you entered Eternity, someone called me that and I almost cried. I told her that's OK. It reminded me of you. As we say in the Roman Rite, "Eternal rest grant unto him, oh Lord, and may perpetual light shine upon him." And may the holy Theotokos enfold you in her motherly mantle. No worries, dear Joanne and family, I'm here for you with love, hugs and many prayers, Marthe
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Fr. Jody posted a condolence
How he loved his family loving the "Easter Sermon of St. John Chrysostom" I read at St. Thomas at Resurrection Matins.
"Oh death, where is your sting?
O Hades, where is your victory?
Christ is risen and you are abolished!!!
For Christ, being risen from the dead, has become the Leader and the Reviver of those who had fallen asleep. To Him be glory and power for ever and ever. Amen."
Love and all blessings,
Jody
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Joan Holmes posted a condolence
Joanne, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
With deepest sympathy,
Joan, Chris and David Holmes
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Barbara posted a condolence
I will never forget how kind you were to me after my father died. Your words very much appreciated at the time. It was just too bad that we never really got to spend time with you and our famitly. I especially enjoyed the time we had at your wedding. Rest in peace.
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Monica Najeski posted a condolence
My thoughts and prayers are with you, Aunt Joanne, and your family. Uncle Joey will be greatly missed. Love to all.
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Chuck Galbach & Family posted a condolence
Our condolences to all the Loya family. I still remember Joey as a little kid when I was an altar boy in Duquesne. Vicnaja Pamjat!
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Debbie Burch posted a condolence
There is love and memories that will live forever. Joanne and family, may all that he meant to you bring you comfort always.
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Jack posted a condolence
Joe, I will never forget your move into your house in Verona.
"All Hands on deck" There you were directing all traffic but never really moving anything. Or the times we went to the beach, everybody in matching bathing clothes and sandals. Not Joe, White t-shirt, tan Bermuda shorts, black socks and white sneakers.
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Jessica Loya posted a condolence
U. Joe, You were a amaxing man to your family. I am so grateful for the advice you gave me on the Loya family and will hold those conversations near and dear to my heart. You welcomed me in your home and loved my Children like your own grand kids. I will forever remember you as a gentle loving man and you are surely missed and forever loved. XOXO
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Nicole Hvasta posted a condolence
Uncle Joe!!! I will always remember you smiling no matter what mood you were in. I will always think about you and say a prayer for you always!
Love you dearly! <3
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Chris posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 10, 2015
Dear Aunt Joanne and all - I just looked this up again. I cried. Awesome. What a great "remembery." You are blessed, as are all of us... - C