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Joseph E. Felke

November 25, 1950 ~ February 11, 2017 (age 66) 66 Years Old
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Message from Phil and Katie McCarter
February 20, 2017 5:23 PM

To Ed and Joan and all the family, we send our sincere sympathy. We pray that God will bless you with comfort and strength. Phil and Katie McCarter
Message from Kindred Hospice Staff
February 17, 2017 7:06 PM

You are in our thoughts and prayers. So very sorry for your loss.
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A candle was lit by Kindred Hospice Staff on February 17, 2017 7:04 PM
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A candle was lit by Susan Skidmore on February 17, 2017 7:56 AM
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A candle was lit by Dave Fear and family on February 17, 2017 7:53 AM
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A candle was lit by Tom Hiss on February 15, 2017 3:21 PM
Message from Tom Hiss
February 15, 2017 3:19 PM

My dear Uncle Eddie and Aunt Joan, you made me feel special. Joe was a really very special person. Of course you know that, you’re his parents. Like you Uncle Eddie he is a charmer; he had your smile your quick wit. He’s never a stranger to anybody. He’s got that sparkle in his eye just like his mother. He was the closest thing I had to a brother. And because of you Uncle Eddie and Aunt Joan I felt more like a Felke than a Hiss – – I think that’s a good thing. I remember all the weeks that I spent the summer down playing with Joe and Mike at your place. Over the last couple of months Joe and I have texted frequently on Facebook of the good times that we shared in Plymouth and down at the farm. But by far the best memories come from playing on the pear tree, crawling out the bedroom window and lying on the roof, finding treasures in the dump by grandpa’s place or just being boys. Thank you so much for giving me your son Joe.

Cousin Mike, you have so many of your brother’s traits; that is good thing. I know you’re close. And I know we share a lot of common memories. Dueling with swords made out of Hickory sticks, going down to the Massing’s place and having medial wars, playing football. Maybe you were the little brother; we all loved each other. We’re both going to miss him a lot. Only know that you have my deepest sympathies for your loss.

Marsha, I am not sure if you remember me. We only met a few times. I can only extend my deepest sympathies. I know you are experiencing the deepest sense of loss a person can feel. I can only say this about Joe he was the closest male friend I have never had. He was more than a cousin; in some ways closer than a brother. You know his qualities so much better than I. But the bonds he and I had our only a shadow of your loss. I am so sorry.

Marsha I don’t know if any of your children would remember me because they were pretty young when last I saw them. If you think anyone would remember please share my sympathies with them. Thank YOU.

It is hard when you miss people. But you know, if you miss them it means you are lucky. It means you had someone special in your life, someone worth missing.

Joe your time with us is gone
Our memories held in our heart
We know that it won’t be long
We’ll be together and never part
Message from Rosalee Bridge
February 15, 2017 12:39 PM

My condolences to Marsha, Joe's parents and family. I had the privilege of working with and calling Joe my friend. His family will have many good memories to carry with them. I know he dearly loved his children and grandchildren.
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A candle was lit by RUSTY RULAPAUGH on February 14, 2017 11:56 PM
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A candle was lit by Tammie Caywood on February 14, 2017 9:59 PM
Message from Roger and Treva Murphy
February 14, 2017 7:41 PM

We are deeply sorry for your loss. Treva and I were planning to try getting together this summer.
Message from Barb Lowry
February 13, 2017 11:17 PM

Ed, Joan and family - Our deepest condolences for your loss. Our prayers are with you during this sad time.

Barb & Bub Lowry
Plymouth, IN
Message from Robyn Beechler
February 13, 2017 7:37 PM

Marsha and family, I am so sorry for you loss. My heart breaks for you. Know that I will keep you in my prayers. Love you.
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A candle was lit by Robyn Beechler on February 13, 2017 7:35 PM
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A candle was lit by Karen & Jerry Richardson on February 13, 2017 10:57 AM
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A candle was lit by Debra Swick - Times-Union on February 13, 2017 6:27 AM
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A candle was lit by Lori, Isaac, Rachel Ross on February 13, 2017 1:16 AM
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