Joseph Sykes Obituary

Joe & Debbie,

I'm sure that Joey is busy trading Mighty Beanz and reminding the other angels to use "Home Row Keys" when typing on their heavenly computers. His courage and spirit of love surround us daily in school. God Bless both of you.

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Sykes,

My heart goes out to you! Because my son died from a brain tumor, after a ten-year struggle, I am keenly aware of the pain your son's illness and death have caused you. My son's tumor appeared just as he was starting his adult life at 21. He always felt that he hadn't had the opportunity to accomplish anything. Yet, judging from the vast number of people whose lives he touched very significantly, he actually accomplished MORE. From your description of your son, he has touched countless lives. Each summer we have a golf outing to raise funds for brain-tumor research sponsored by the American Brain Tumor Association. So far, we've raised about $75,000. My son Paul would never have believed he would be credited for this achievement. His family and friends see life differently now. As one of Paul's friends said, "We don't sweat the small stuff. FAMILY is what's important." The pain you feel now isn't going to go away anytime soon. Yet the firm conviction of what a blessing your son has been to you and those who knew him will bring you tremendous joy for the rest of your lives!



Sincerely,

Maryann Fabbri

Dear Joe and Debbie,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you everyday. Children are gods angels here on earth as well as in heaven. Joey was special here and will be extra special in heaven. He will be missed by all but his smile and memories will live forever.

I was looking at the obituaries in the tribune last sunday and I saw your son's name. My prayers are with you and your family.

Dear Debbie and Joe--

News somehow always comes to the Shrine, late but it comes. I am so sorry. There are no words to describe this loss only what is in our heart and my heart goes out to both of you. Know that God will guide you and take confort that your son is in His care and is safe and pain free. All of us here at Shriner's extend our deepest sympathy.

Judy Plum

Please know that I'm thinking of and praying for you and your family.

I WAS ON VACATION AND ONLY JUST FOUND OUT ABOUT MY LITTLE FRIENDS PASSING. I KNOW THAT JOEY IS SAFE, WARM , & PAIN FREE IN GODS HANDS. SO MY PRAYERS ARE FOR YOU. MY LIFE IS RICHER HAVING KNOWN BOTH JOEY AND YOU- GOD BLESS!

Debbie & Joe,

May God help and comfort you through this rough time. Joey was a wonderful boy and he will be missed by all those whose lives he touched. You are all in our prayers.

As much as the personal trauma you might be going thru, I am sure you have a complete understanding of how blessed you were by sharing this part of yor life with Joey. Take solice in the fact that there was no child who was ever loved more by his parents. Your love also inspires other parents to reach for new levels of love and devotion to their families. God will love and bless you always.

Joseph and Deborah



You are in our prayers.



The ONeal Family

Joe & Deb,

We were deeply saddened to hear of Joey's passing. He and you both were so brave throughout his illness. It has been a long time since we had seen Joey but his smiling face will remain in our hearts as his laughter will remain in our memories. You are in our prayers.

Joe & Deb,

You are in our daily prayers as you and your family go through this most difficult time.

Barb Bruce & Bob Peterson

My prayers are with the entire family. Heaven has a new angel now.

My deepest sympathy to both of you. I'm the lady that asked Cardinal George to pray for Joey when he was having surgery and he said he would offer his mass for him that day. I can't tell you in words how I hurt for you and pray today that God will give you strength and courage during this difficult time. God Bless.

Debbie and Family,

I came across the notice and the paper and we used to work together at Maryville. I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. I remember you bringing your son to the Center when he was a baby. I will be praying for you and your family. You were always so nice to me at Maryville.

Take Care of Each Other,

Terese N. Turney

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Sykes



I am so sorry for your loss of such a couragous and wonderful child. I use to see Joey come out of school always with a smile on his face and i thought that he was just such a strong person.

Joey is now one of gods little angels and he will be looking down on you everyday with his beautiful smile.My prayers go out to you and your family in your time of sorrow.

Joey will always be in my thoughts and prayers.

Mr and Mrs Sykes



I happened upon Joeys obituary this morning and wished to add my sincest condolences...

Having lost a child myself I know that your journey through grief will be a tough road...

Know that you are in the thoughts and prayers of many...even strangers...

Be gentle with yourselves and those around you...

jeanmarie

Mr. and Mrs. Sykes, I am very sorry for your loss. May God bless both of you.

Sue Cates (Apria Healthcare)

Dear Deb and Joe,

Words cannot express the sadness we feel for the loss of Joey. Our loss is Heaven's gain. He touched all our lives and countless others. We are blessed to have known him. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Stay strong during this difficult time.

Love,

Laura and Dan

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Sykes,

I'm sorry for the loss of Joey. He was a good fighter through his sickness. I hope the memory of Joey lives in your heart as it does mine. He was a great friend and I will miss him.

Love,

Kevin Harrington

I happened to look at the obituaries today which I almost never do and saw his picture. I had to read about how such a young child died. I feel very badly for the family and friends of this little one. My prayers are with his family.

Joe and Debbie,

We're sure that Joey is having an incredible experience in heaven and that he is in Jesus' embrace. It is our hope that your faith in the Lord will help you work through your tremendous grief. Terry and I are praying for you during this most difficult time.

We are deeply saddened to hear of the loss of your child. Find comfort in knowing that others share your pain, and that we are all here for you if you need help. Continue to stay strong as a couple.

Joey was a special boy put here at Gods will. He taught people not to give up, love life and love one another.

GWRRA IL Z2 motorcycle group loved and will miss Joey. His smile, his laugh will be with us on every ride.

We send our deepest sympathy to Joe Sr. and to Debby for their loss. Their love and hard work made Joey the tough guy he was.



Our prayers are with you all.

I WOULD LIKE TO SEND MY PRAYERS ,TO THE SYKES FAMILY.I WORK ON THE PEDS.UNIT AT RMCH.

We all know that Joey is in a better place now, but we will sure miss him down here. May the Good Lord give his mom and dad the strength they need to endure the terrible loss of their sweet son.

I am very saddened to hear about the loss of your son. Joey sounded like a very brave little boy. My prayers are with you and your family. May you find peace. Robin and Alan Buitenwerf

DEAR MR AND MRS JOE SYKES OUR PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN YOUR TIME OF SORROW.

MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND FOREVER KEEP YOU.



CEDERICK L FULLER AND FAMILY(BNSF)

May God hold both of you in the palm of His hand. May He give the strength you both need to endure such a difficult time. Your little angel is smiling down upon you. His spirit will live in all of us forever.

We will always remember Joey from the Atrium class he was in with our children. Now we know a Saint in heaven to intercede for us! May God bless you and your family during this difficult time.

My prayers are with you and your family

We should all remember Joey for his courageous fight. He is our little hero. He always brought a smile to our faces with his joyous spirit. He never complained and enjoyed his life to the fullest. He will continue playing in heaven with all the other little angels.