Dear Gilda, Cristina, Michael, and family, 

How sorry we are that you lost your dear Joe. Our thoughts are with you now and always. May his memory be a balm and a blessing for you always. 

Ozolins family (Mary Bakken, Marija & Erik, Tiana) 

Christina, Michael, Gilda and Family - I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Joe.  He was such a wonderful person. He always had the nicest things to say about his children.   Joe and Gilda came to our house last year for our Christmas Party and I photographed him with his sister Josette, whom he adored.   May he rest in Peace with his mother that left this world too soon.  And may you find comfort in all the wonderful times you had with him.

Sincerely - Julie & Jamie Lynch

Gilda, Michael, Christina and family!

We are deeply saddened by Joe’s passing. He is/was a light in our favorite memories of favorite people during our days in Blacksburg.

While we were skeptical about travel soccer (having heard horror stories of horrifying parents), we took a leap of faith with the New River Rapids family. 

It did not take long to realize that Andrew found a good team and teammates AND we also found a social circle of parents that is still connected 25 years later.

We connected with Joe/Gilda right away because of the Pittsburgh connection and our membership in the VT community. 

We fondly remember Joe as a true Pittsburgher. He was a scholar, world traveler, biker and wine-drinker but more importantly, a loving hubby and devoted and doting family man. In it for the kids primarily, he added significantly to the fun and frivolity of the parents group.

We send our kindest sympathies and prayers for strength, peace and consolation. You should be JOYful for his tremendous legacy. 

☮️ ❤️🙏

Gerry and Gina