Joseph Labno Obituary

Dad,

It has taken time to say the words that my heart feels. I know that in Heaven you are omnipotent so therefore I will find comfort in knowing you will understand. I cannot express enough how much I miss you, my only solace is that you are now with the love of your life and grandma. You have impacted my life so profoundly by giving me my true love (Michael) our precious daughter (Emily) and Beverly, David and Grandpa. We will take good care of Grandpa as you did. I will not question God's need to take you from us for I believe that life is a temporary assignment. Dad, I have learned so much more about you from so many that joined us to mourn your passing. The words most used to describe you were generous, kind, loyal and God-loving. The last words you would say to every conversation I have ever had with you were," I love you, God Bless you". Your legacy will live on by your dedication to educating your children. It must have been so difficult to go through he heart-ache of dealing with the loss of your wife and having to raise your children on your own. I commend you for bringing up three adults with morals, and gentle souls. Please hear my prayers for those that are left here on earth each day. Ask God to Bless Emily Grace and if possible, give huge hugs to my Mom. Always & Forever,

Your daughter-n-law, Diva

Beverly, Michael and David,

I was truly in shock to hear of your Dad's passing. My heartfelt condolences. Joe was a true friend to Phillip when he needed one the most and I appreciate that. He was the Dad that I think Phillip wishes his own had been. He feels your sorrow. As do I. If you need to talk, you know where to find me..Gods Richest Blessings to all of you and God Bless Joe.

Valary Friedberg

Dear Michael,

We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. We will always remember how kind he was in helping our family when Jeffrey was looking for work. Our sympathies to you and you entire family. Your father was a lovely man who touched more lives than he probably knew. God bless you all during this difficult time.

Not Goodbye

By Lisa McGuffey 2/10/05 For the Labno Family, R.I.P. Joseph (Dad)



They say that this life is fleeting

But until you face loss you forget

The times you share, the love, the care

Blinds us from life's timepiece

Then one dreadful day, in shock

You are forced to remember that clock

It doesn't take away the pain You must face a sympathetic crowd

Proclaiming their sorrow

Grateful somewhere inside your broken heart

Yet, it doesn't buy you another tomorrow

Redundant apologies weigh you down

You smile and pretend to care

Then deep within your aching heart

You realize your loved one is still there

The shell he lost cannot steal All the fond memories and his spirit still real

For he really will never die Tomorrow, the sun will shine a new

His memories and his love will fortify you

And he will live in your heart forever...

Chin Up Guys, I Love You.....

I love you and I miss you Grandpa. Please watch over me with all my Grandmas.

Beverly, Our deepest sympathies to you and your family on the loss of your father. Sincerely, Randy, Kelly, Kaitlyn, Jacob and Mikayla Vinyard

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Mike,Diva ,and David,

We are sorry for the loss of your father. Sincerely, Ron, Dawn, Ronnie and Billy Signore

Maybe someday i will understand why the kind gentle caring people are picked before the rotton eggs in life, the only explaination i ever heard for this was, if your the master of your garden and wanted to pick a flower, you would then pick the BEST one. God must have needed Joe for some very important Job,because now his gone.

But before he left us he left behine sons and daughter to carry forward the flame that he lite , and enbedded himself in many many hearts of others. Besides earning my respect he also gave respect , he was a just fair MAN and i lost a GREAT respected Friend and i loved being in HIS family and being his heighbor. I guess i ansewered the question of why for if i was the master of the garden i would have pick Joe also.

My internal love for Joe and all the family will never end.



With Deep Respect

Douglas Friedberg

Mike, Beverly & Dave,



We want to extend our deepest sympathies to all of you in this sorrowful time. We were truly blessed to have been able to get to know Joe. He was a wonderful person and we are truly fortunate that our paths crossed. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Beverly, My deepest sympathy on the loss of your Dad. We are so sorry. sincerely, Ron,Dawn,Ronnie and Billy Signore

Aggie told me the awful news last night. I am so so sorry.



Kind regards



The English friend, Neil

Bevery, Mike, Diva & David,



My heart truly aches for all of you because of your loss. While your Dad was not a blood relative, I always thought of him as one since I've known him since he was 14 years old. He later married your Mom who was my cousin -- officially making him part of our family. We were happy that he finally came to visit us here in Kansas City and got to enjoy watching his beloved White Sox sweep the KC Royals. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.



Love,



Joan, Gary & Auntie Ann

My deepest condolences to Joe's family. I will remember him forever as a genuine, caring and kind human being. Rest in peace dear friend.

My Heartfelt Sympathy to the Labno

Family.



I worked with Joe at Ragnar Benson

for 15 years.



He was a gentle man with a big heart.

Dear Beverly, I am so sorry to hear

of your fathers passing. I know it

must have been a shock to you and

your family. Be strong and have

faith. Dad is in a much better place

and will enjoy the happiness he so

deserves.

Dad ... the world is a different place today. If you didn't ever know it, you were loved by everyone. You touched so many lives with your generous, kind, and loving heart. We have heard so many wonderful stories that family and friends have kindly shared with us. It is comforting to know that everyone who knew you have had such wonderful things to say about you and that they know the deep sadness and loss we are facing. Our loss is significant. You were one in a million. Us kids were blessed to have the good fortune of your gentle, loving guidance. You were the ultimate example of how sincerity and generosity could have such a positive impact on the world around you. You were a loyal and loving husband, a devoted and protective father, a caring son, a hard worker and the dearest of friends to many. You were always willing to help anyone who needed it in endless ways. You always looked out for the underdog and were a fair and just man. You had the ability to laugh at yourself and wanted everyone to just enjoy life. You taught us all to give from the heart. You gave us so much. You are going to be missed very deeply. Your legacy will live on as we go through life sharing our love and giving of ourselves the way you taught us. You are at peace now, reunited with our mother, the love of your life. Thank you for all the gifts you have given us. We love you.