Memories of David Allen Paul Joseph

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David Allen Paul Joseph

The Bronx, New York

August 19, 1953 - January 9, 2022

Aug 19, 1953 - Jan 9, 2022

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Gary Jenkins

I posted a message on FB messenger shortly before David passed. The next day he put a message out on FB that he could no longer answer messages. I have edited to message to the past tense, but the message is still the way I feel:

It’s was really pretty courageous of David to share both the highs and lows of life with your FB family and friends. I was dumbfounded when reading his post, yet uplifted by your determination to live his remaining days to the fullest. I hope I am half as brave and focused as he was if I find myself in a similar situation. I want everyone to know that his swimming and walking videos have been an inspiration (although i haven’t always done so) to me to try to stay in the best shape as I can. My condolences to Patty and all of the Joseph family.

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Melinda Fuentes-Gladden

Flo Bolden

My cousin, my "older brother," my source of laughter, and the one who always made me feel special. I will miss you always, David. We spent our youth in each other's orbit - living in the same house on Commonwealth. I looked up to you, I called on you when I was bullied, you made life look so easy and so enjoyable I couldn't wait to grow older. You have been taken from us far too soon. In loving memory, always Flo.

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Flo Bolden

1967, New Hampshire

At the beach with the Boldens, the Bristows and Charles Goodwin

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Jim Alvarado

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Steven Bolden

Truly saddened by his passing.You taught me all sports, challenged me in everything thing I did to make me... Read more Truly saddened by his passing.You taught me all sports, challenged me in everything thing I did to make me a competitor.Was my... Read more Truly saddened by his passing.You taught me all sports,... Read more

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Flo Bolden

1979, Bronx, NY, USA

David with Rodney and Joey... and Tyrone?

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Jim Alvarado

Flo Bolden

1967, Camping Vacation with the Boldens and Bristows

David looking suave at the waterfall

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Melinda Fuentes-Gladden

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Lisa Tilley

He was always there for our fa.ily

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Melinda Fuentes-Gladden

Jim Alvarado

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Jim Alvarado

This is Dave in Morehouse with one of our other departed teammates Larry McQueen 😢🙏🏽 Ray canes This is Dave in Morehouse with one of our other departed teammates Larry McQueen 😢🙏🏽 Ray canes This is Dave in Morehouse with one of our other departed... Read more

Jim Alvarado

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Jim Alvarado

David number 85 my junior year I am under number 59 Steve McClymont with the beanie ,The other small pictures... Read more David number 85 my junior year I am under number 59 Steve McClymont with the beanie ,The other small pictures on the Bottom are... Read more David number 85 my junior year I am under number 59... Read more

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Melinda Fuentes-Gladden

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Jim Alvarado

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Jim Alvarado

Dave and I would always brag that we still fit into our original jerseys😉 Dave and I would always brag that we still fit into our original jerseys😉 Dave and I would always brag that we still fit into... Read more

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Jim Alvarado

Two morehouse teammates Dino and David Two morehouse teammates Dino and David Two morehouse teammates Dino and David

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Jim Alvarado

Boys from the hood in Ronnie Watson myself David James Craig and Rey canes Boys from the hood in Ronnie Watson myself David James Craig and Rey canes Boys from the hood in Ronnie Watson myself David James... Read more

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Melinda Fuentes-Gladden

Jim Alvarado

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Jim Alvarado

Great time at all reunion this year celebrated 50 years for the 70 team Teddy Steve McClymont Ronnie Watson... Read more Great time at all reunion this year celebrated 50 years for the 70 team Teddy Steve McClymont Ronnie Watson and Dave Great time at all reunion this year celebrated 50 years... Read more

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Barry Shanck

2022, Bronx, NY, USA

To my big brother from another mother, I remember the first time. I met you my brother Mikal, brought you to our house from Morehouse. You've always been fly. That's what I'll always remember, may God have mercy on your soul...

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Melinda Fuentes-Gladden

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Jim Alvarado

David and I met when I was a sophomore in high school, he was a year ahead of me he was a mentor always help... Read more David and I met when I was a sophomore in high school, he was a year ahead of me he was a mentor always help me with anything ... Read more David and I met when I was a sophomore in high school,... Read more

Sharon Valeris

I am so sorry for your loss. Cancer is such a terrible disease. Please try to take comfort in the fact that his battle is over and that he did not lose. He actually won! He won his rightful place with the Lord as one of his beloved children of God. Continue to cherish his memory and embrace hope and comfort in the knowledge that he is at peace now and that you will be reunited as a family again in God's prescribed time. May he rest in peace and may your family find peace and comfort.

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Lisa Tilley

My big brother my friend !! You have been in my life before my life began and I loved you so much.you were... Read more My big brother my friend !! You have been in my life before my life began and I loved you so much.you were the flyest dude I ... Read more My big brother my friend !! You have been in my life... Read more

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Rebecca Tucker-Harbora

While I never met David, I had the pleasure of witnessing his zest for life and his love for his wife Patty, whom I do know personally. Sometimes it's truly amazing how you can feel as if you know someone just from social media. His humor was contagious, along with his loving little jabs at Patty. Simply watching their adventures together, shared with David's humor and love for Patty was inspiring. It was beautiful to witness. My sincere condolences to his family, friends, and to Patty. Love is eternal and what is remembered lives on. Always in my prayers.

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