Murray and Joann Sullivan

Friday, February 22, 2019

Murray and I have enjoyed getting to visit with Joe at ASU. We loved that he was the original Jumping Joe. We will certainly miss him.

Terri Langford

Tuesday, February 19, 2019

I was so sorry to hear of Joe’s passing. I would have attended the services had I known. Joe sought me out years ago at an ASU event. He knew my dad and was actually the best man at my dad’s brother’s wedding. We shared many stories and he revealed stories about my dad that I would have never known. I will miss seeing him. He always brightened my day!!!

Debbie Schratz Schoenberger

Thursday, January 31, 2019

I was so saddened to hear of Joe's passing. I guess I've known Joe for over 50 years since he and my dad, John, became close friends when they worked together as pharmaceutical reps. He was a great friend and our family always held Joe in the highest esteem. We already miss Joe.

Reginald Rogers

Tuesday, January 29, 2019

Dear Melio Family: I met Joe years ago at St. Edward's Catholic Church which is across the street (west) from Quapaw Tower where Joe lived. We all loved Joe at St. Edward's. He would attend Mass usually on Saturday afternoons at 4:00 p.m. He would talk about Arkansas State ( The Indians ) and that he was the original Running Joe of Arkansas State ! He was always fun to be around. He would definitely lift your spirits with his enthusiasm and energy ! Joe would always come over to St. Edward's during Lent for our fish fry dinners in the church cafeteria. Joe will be greatly missed. May he rest in the Peace of Christ ! Reg Rogers , St. Edward's Catholic Church and Parish

Amy Ferguson

Monday, January 28, 2019

I got to know Joe about 4 years ago when I lived downtown in the same building. We instantly struck up a conversation when he saw me wearing something with a Red Wolf. Every time we would see each other in the lobby we shared stories and he would tell me about days of old. I will miss my friend. Forever an Indian!!!

Wallace R Jackson

Monday, January 28, 2019

I've known Joe for years and love sitting around hearing old stories he told of Astate back years ago...my dad, Wallace Jackson and him would tell some dandy's.....last time I saw Joe was a few years back at homecoming....he truly is an Astate treasure and will be miss..God bless you, Joe and Peace be with you...Wally Jackson, Jr.

Shane & Debbie Broadway

Sunday, January 27, 2019

Mr Joe became an instant friend to all he met and was a member of the blanket buddy system when we were all trying to stay warm at the end of the football season at Arkansas State University. He always made me laugh and by sharing his history and memories of so many things was priceless! We will miss you, sir. Rest in Love & Peace Mr. Joe ~ Shane & Debbie Broadway

Judi Pearson

Saturday, January 26, 2019

In the early 1970's Joe was a pharmaceutical sales rep with his territory extending down to El Dorado, where I worked. He made a wonderful first and lasting impression on me. HE had the sweetest disposition and treated everyone with respect. There was a 30 year period I did not see Joe, but saw him walking down the street just up from the Art center about 15 years ago and I stopped in the middle of the road to holler at him! HE recognized me just as readily as I had him! He had aged somewhat, but still the sweetest man. RIP Joe. Heaven has gained another Angel!

Kaye Schratz

Saturday, January 26, 2019

My heart is broken to hear of Joe's passing. Joseph was a very dear friend of my husband, John C. Schratz. Joseph helped John in getting a job with what back in the days was called Norwich which became Proctor & Gamble. Joseph and John stayed in touch with each other ,he would come and visit, have dinner and also to parties. My thoughts and prayers to all of the family. may Joseph now rest in peace. Regards, Kaye Schratz and Family

Jerry Burchfield

Saturday, January 26, 2019

My association with Joe goes "way back". Before Quapaw Towers he lived in Johnson Apartments at 12th and Main. By the time I moved there in 1972 or so he had moved to Quapaw but he remained good friends with the owner, Verniece Johnson, and would come back to visit quite often and I'd be invited to share their meal or conversation. A few years ago Erika Chudy invited me to go with she and Joe to Cotham's in Scott for lunch. He remembered exactly the last time he had seen me and what I was wearing. When asked about his memory he said that he didn't have much else to do so he 'remembered things'. My condolences to the family!

Phyllis and Sonny Jones

Saturday, January 26, 2019

Sonny and I live in Monticello but have a condo at Quapaw Tower on the fourth floor. Joe was our neighbor. We would always stay there on our way to Fayetteville for the Razorback football games. Joe always met us to tell us how Arkansas State was doing. He was always adamant that the two teams should play each other. We will miss him so much. Our sympathy to his family.

Ann King

Saturday, January 26, 2019

Joe was a kind wonderful man and a good friend to my mom. He will be missed. May he Rest In Peace.

Vera Massey

Saturday, January 26, 2019

Mr Joe lived at Quapaw Tower longer than any other resident and was known by everyone. He was a great help to me when I first moved to Quapaw Tower and I appreciated him very much. He loved Quapaw Tower and wanted what was best for his home. He will certainty be missed. My prayers for comfort, peace, and love go out to his family.

Pat Hitt

Friday, January 25, 2019

Joe and i were condo neighbor and friends for 25 years.
He loved my deviled eggs and Christmas fudge. We had a tradition that Joe always was the first one to get my real estate calendar . He really liked the little calendar.
He will be missed at Quapaw Tower, but all praise to Jesus, he is in a better place now....his heavenly home.

Barbara Wheeler Stambaugh

Friday, January 25, 2019

To Mr. Joe's Nieces and Nephews and Friends,

Mr. Joe was a very special Friend to our family. His Mother and Brother, Mr. Robert lived across the road from my Mama and Daddy and we were all the best of friends. They all were very special people. My prayer is that Mr. Joe enjoyed the last years of his life as I know he worked hard and he was a good person. My prayer is that his family will remember the good times and the happy memories. My prayer is that the Lord Blesses each of you with His Love and Strength and comfort. I am sure that Mama and Daddy and Mrs, Melio and Mr. Robert were right there at the Pearly Gates to Welcome him Home. Rest in Peace Mr. Joe and Thanks for the love for our family.Love and prayers Barbara

Gerald White

Friday, January 25, 2019

Joe and I served on the Quapaw Tower board together for several years. Joe enjoyed me teasing him as well as arguing with him up until he went to the care facility. Peace be with his family and friends.
Gerald White