Joe called me yesterday and asked to me post about what is going on.
If you haven't heard, he has been diagnosed with Pancreatic cancer.
Talk about a rock. Guy survives his heart attack, then loses his wife, and now this? It's incredible to me how strong he is...I mean, can you imagine?
They have given him a pain blocker that he says is working well, though he has trouble eating. He had a port installed for chemo.
He is in incredibly good spirits, even though he admitted to me he's tired, he wants to finish the race shining the Light of the Lord to others. He's at peace and I'm proud of how he has handled ALL of this with so much grace.
Please pray for mercy if you would be so kind. He didn't ask me to start this thread so people could feel sorry for him, he asked me because he wanted you all to know that the headstone finally was set in place, he just wasn't up to doing it ( in hospital today), and I don't blame him.
I'd like to thank everyone who donated to this cause. Joe is a special guy a and all those bashes made more than good times, they made lifelong friends. I'll forever be grateful to have known him & Kathy.
Be good to those you love.
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MOD EDIT: Here's a little more detail on Joe's new work:
Originally Posted by Nzoner:
God granted me seeing my 60th birthday yesterday and hopefully I'll have the opportunity to see some of you yet.
I also want to tell a little more about our new ministry and will do so.
Originally Posted by cmh6476:
On March 12, 2023, Joey (Jammin’ Joe) Dale Tracy of Saint Joseph, MO passed away at the age of 60 in his home, surrounded by family.
Joe was born on December 26, 1962, in St. Joseph, MO to Larry and Sondra (Clark) Tracy. He graduated from Benton High School in 1981. On November 29, 1985, while working together at the Thrifty Nickel, he married Kathy Beth Russell. Joe and Kathy went on to own and operate the St. Joseph AD-Venture direct mail publication for 26 years and Pyro Joe’s Fireworks for 12 years.
Joe rededicated his life to his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in 2019. He and Kathy had daily prayer and bible study together.
Joe was passionate about many things in life – Jesus Christ, Music, Football, Fireworks, and good food. Many knew him as “Jammin’ Joe,” “NZoner” from ChiefsPlanet.com, or “Pyro Joe.”
Joe was preceded in death by his mother, Sondra, and wife, Kathy. He is survived by his father Larry, stepmother Patty, brother Kevin (Theresa), nephews Brad and Ian, nieces Shannon and Alyssa, several cousins, and two fur-babies Oscar & Sadie.
Farewell Services & Public Livestream will be held on Thursday, March 16th at 1:00 pm at the Grace Calvary Chapel – 5103 S. 50th St., St. Joseph, MO. Interment Mount Auburn Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. In lieu of flowers, Joe requests donations to his recently established foundation L.O.S.S. (Loss of Spouse Sanctuary). The sanctuary will assist other widows and widowers along their grief journey. More information about L.O.S.S. can be found at LossOfSpouse.org. Donations may be made via the website. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.
This is from the new website,please if you feel led to do so make a small donation and God Bless.
L.O.S.S.
On December 8, 2021, Joe Tracy, the founder of L.O.S.S., experienced a pain like he had never experienced before after he lost his wife, Kathy. Joe and Kathy had just celebrated 36 years of marriage together. The following March would find Joe in a deep grief and in prayer to God to help lead him through this journey of
grief. Joe didn’t realize, in what Romans 8:28 promises: "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called
according to his purpose."
Joe was introduced to a local grief program, and he devoted his time to the class and the workbook that was provided. Later that summer, Joe got an idea to host a Widow and Widower picnic. Joe and Kathy had been blessed with a large piece of land with a large home and office building which was a perfect location. The picnic was a success and the dream God had given Joe to create a retreat for Widows and Widowers was born. These dreams included picnics, Holiday dinners, game nights, bonfires, Bible studies, and other events to host any Widow or Widower. Meanwhile, Joe has since been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and is on hospice. Thanks to his family and friends, who share his vision, L.O.S.S. is moving along at great speed. Your prayers and donations are much needed as the ministry grows. God willing, we can all see Joe’s vision of L.O.S.S. become a reality and help other Widow and Widower‘s along the lonely journey of adapting to being without their spouse. [Reply]
Originally Posted by Nzoner:
This is from the new website,please if you feel led to do so make a small donation and God Bless.
L.O.S.S.
On December 8, 2021, Joe Tracy, the founder of L.O.S.S., experienced a pain like he had never experienced before after he lost his wife, Kathy. Joe and Kathy had just celebrated 36 years of marriage together. The following March would find Joe in a deep grief and in prayer to God to help lead him through this journey of
grief. Joe didn’t realize, in what Romans 8:28 promises: "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called
according to his purpose."
Joe was introduced to a local grief program, and he devoted his time to the class and the workbook that was provided. Later that summer, Joe got an idea to host a Widow and Widower picnic. Joe and Kathy had been blessed with a large piece of land with a large home and office building which was a perfect location. The picnic was a success and the dream God had given Joe to create a retreat for Widows and Widowers was born. These dreams included picnics, Holiday dinners, game nights, bonfires, Bible studies, and other events to host any Widow or Widower. Meanwhile, Joe has since been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and is on hospice. Thanks to his family and friends, who share his vision, L.O.S.S. is moving along at great speed. Your prayers and donations are much needed as the ministry grows. God willing, we can all see Joe’s vision of L.O.S.S. become a reality and help other Widow and Widower‘s along the lonely journey of adapting to being without their spouse.
Great picture. I'll be making a donation in honor of my dad. He just became a widower this year. It would be an honor to do so. [Reply]
Originally Posted by HayWire:
Great picture. I'll be making a donation in honor of my dad. He just became a widower this year. It would be an honor to do so.
Originally Posted by Dartgod:
Damn, I'm going to the Bronco game and then going to Vegas for the Raiders game. Any chance we could do it for the first playoff game?
Originally Posted by :
Well we don't even know for sure when that will be. But I'll come down for it too
Is this going to be a thing? As long as Joe's up for it of course. [Reply]
Originally Posted by KS Smitty:
Is this going to be a thing? As long as Joe's up for it of course.
Loren went to watch the Donks, and I went up to watch the Faid game with him.
He's having trouble eating, so please say a prayer.
He also wanted me to mention that Kathy had a huge Jimmy Johnson collection, and if there were any Nascar fans interested, he would donate the money to the Ministry.
God bless, hope this finds you and Kip well. [Reply]
Originally Posted by stevieray:
Loren went to watch the Donks, and I went up to watch the Faid game with him.
He's having trouble eating, so please say a prayer.
He also wanted me to mention that Kathy had a huge Jimmy Johnson collection, and if there were any Nascar fans interested, he would donate the money to the Ministry.
God bless, hope this finds you and Kip well.
Thanks for the update. God bless you Nzoner [Reply]
