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April 10th, 2010 at 11:47 am
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September 14th, 2009 at 3:35 pm
Hi David, Mona and Joseph - I had lost your card and tried to find it often to no avail, but came across it today and thus the website. God’s perfect timing. My husband Bobby was in the same rehab program with Joseph. He is doing great -a few cognitive problems when he is tired and we have had a few episodes that landed him in the hosptial, but we are believing that all that is behind us now - Praise God! We do not have knowledgeable folks around here about TBI, so we fly on a wing and a prayer often. Meds are finally regulated well, and God is encouraging us in many ways. To stimulate brain function Bobby has taught himself to play the keyboard and is doing super! Overall, he has been doing great for about 5 months now. We have prayed for you guys often and thought about you and the life saving Starbuck’s Latte-whatever! We are so delighted to hear that Joseph is in school! Who could have imagined? What an outstanding testimony that is - we are surely miraculously made!!! Bless you guys!
September 10th, 2009 at 4:02 pm
Hi! I was surfing and found your blog post… nice! I love your blog.
Cheers! Sandra. R.
September 1st, 2009 at 12:12 pm
Hello to you all! It was great seeing you again. The revival was wonderful–we enjoyed being there so much.
I am absolutely amazed at your story, Joseph. The hand of God is truly on your life. Please tell everyone hello for us!!
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October 23rd, 2008 at 11:12 am
There was this guy see.
He wasn’t very bright and he reached his adult life without ever having learned “the facts”.
Somehow, it gets to be his wedding day.
While he is walking down the isle, his father tugs his sleeve and says,
“Son, when you get to the hotel room…Call me”
Hours later he gets to the hotel room with his beautiful blushing bride and he calls his father,
“Dad, we are the hotel, what do I do?”
“O.K. Son, listen up, take off your clothes and get in the bed, then she should take off her clothes and get in the bed, if not help her. Then either way, ah, call me”
A few moments later…
“Dad we took off our clothes and we are in the bed, what do I do?”
O.K. Son, listen up. Move real close to her and she should move real close to you, and then… Ah, call me.”
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“DAD! WE TOOK OFF OUR CLOTHES, GOT IN THE BED AND MOVED REAL CLOSE, WHAT DO I DO???”
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September 13th, 2008 at 12:27 am
Hey Joe,
I was wondering how you were doing and jumped on the site today. So glad I did, you are doing great! So happy for you and your family and to see the blessings of God in your lives. All the best!
August 13th, 2008 at 9:58 am
Hello Jo this is Carlton from Learning Services in Creedmoor. Just wanted to drop you a line to say hello and let you know how proud i am of you. I’m sorry i didn’t get to see you drive back to LSNI. God is good all the time! You are very Blessed and threw you i do believe God is in the mist of everything and when the doctors and people say no God says yes. Tell the family i said hello take care and God Bless. Oh Mike is still looking at TAP….LOL LOL thats an inside joke. Hope to see you soon
July 23rd, 2008 at 12:16 pm
“MY prayer is not that you take them out of the world but that protect them from evil one.”And still this is great the fight for our souls salvation and protcting in CHRIST,FOR MANY DANGES TIME WILL ENTER IN US THAT destroy us,but the Lord and his holy hand will tkae care us and save daily,so joy and be glad and win the sinners heart to him,thanks and bless and hope and pray and watch,keijo sweden
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July 3rd, 2008 at 10:17 am
Hy Buddy - and LOVE to your family!!!
Congratulations on your driving and on being back here…
I didn’t know you would be in school this summer or I would have told you sooner that I have been here for first session also!!! 1st tim in 6 years! =-0
I’ll be heading to the beach after grads go in, but if you get a chance to slide by Austin Peay, WELL, COME ON UP!
God’s blessings - all the best - and of course, LOVE ya!
Dr T
April 1st, 2008 at 12:27 pm
joe!!
so i was looking at your group on facebook when i came back to this site. i’m not gonna lie, it’s been a little while since i’ve been to this site. not that i don’t care, because i most definitely do. but i know that God took you from the pain and damage and HEALED you!!! i can’t get over how AWESOME the Lord has been. i know that sounds all cliche, but i’m so incredibly thankful for what He has done for you. it’s almost selfish to thank Him for keeping you in my life, but it’s so much more than that.
i opened my phone to look my missed call a few days ago and it was from you. now why in the world you would be calling me at midnight on YOUR birthday, i’ll never know
but right when i was the number 27 on the front of my phone, i said to myself IT’S JOE’S BIRFDAY!!! (and yes, i said it aloud… with an “f’)
just the fact that we can call and text each other makes me sooo thankful for everything that God has worked and is continuing to work in you. i’m so disappointed that i didn’t get to come back for the 25th thing, because i know you were there and i haven’t seen you in forever. that will change, i’m positive
i just started reading all of the comments that were left within the first 3 days or so of your accident. a massive, never-ending smile and tears overtook my face as i read all of the things that everyone said to you and about you. so much has changed since that day last year, and it’s just incredible everything you’ve done in that period of time. example- eric and carrie said that the “three” of them were praying. now, there’s four. we said that we can’t wait to see you and hug you again, and we’ve received about 17,000 hugs a piece from you. no one was sure how school was going to go, but you just finished a semester of college with an A!!! in-stinking-credible. this whole journey has been incredible, emotional, and triumphant. also for some, a big step in personal faith and prayer. as brother wes said in his post 2 days after the accident, you have people from almost every state, along with like 6 other countries praying for you, so if you ever wanted an international ministry, here you go!!
i miss you so so so so much, and i can’t wait to see you this summer!!! i love you joe
-rini
March 29th, 2008 at 10:17 am
So comfort and encourase that go an with Jesusuagain today and know that have second home there above and enjoy Jesus is coming ,so today let you time be used for Christ and good deeds to glory for God,winning the lost to him,pray for blessed revivals soon,thanks and bless and hope,keijo sweden
March 10th, 2008 at 11:44 pm
Joseph and Family,
It’s been quite some time since you have heard from me. Embarassingly, I believe it was in August of 2007 when Josh and I went to visit your Grandma Mel. It is obvious that God continues to bless your family because of your faith. I praise the Lord that Joseph continues to improve with his health and in his pursuit of further education. God has much more in store before it’s all said and done.
We too have been reaping the blessing of His goodness and faithfulness. This past week we celebrated Landon’s second birthday. He is Christian’s son. Yesterday was Christian’s birthday. He is doing well with his military career. He was promoted to Sergeant in November and reassigned to the Carlisle Barracks in Pennsylvania. He is now only six hours away by car. Briana finished her LPN segment of study in November and got her licensure in January. She is now working as an LPN and will continue toward her RN in the fall. Joshua did well at bootcamp and AIT where he received training as a dental specialist. As you can see, God is spreading the blessing on both sides of the fence.
Please pray for protection for Josh. He is being deployed to Iraq on March 12. He will be there until April of 2009. He unexpectedly got reassigned to a combat support unit after he was sent to Fort Carson to join the Dentac unit and it was realized there were too many dental specialists already in place. Unfortunately, there is no dental unit with his new unit so he will be utilized as a regular infantry soldier. That means he will be doing security patrols and things of that nature. Fortunately, who better to protect us than the Almighty!!!
Your eyes have to be tired by now so I will say goodbye. It is such a blessing to know all of you as brothers and sisters in Christ!!!
Your Friend,
Jerry Wonders
Huber Heights, Ohio
February 26th, 2008 at 2:06 am
I have been following Joe’s story ever since it happened. I met I think they said was his cousin in a Christian chat room back then and after they learned I was from Knoxville, they shared Joe’s story with me. I am truly happy for the recovery you have made Joe. I cannot imagine what you and your family have gone through and I am deeply moved by you and your families faith in our Lord. I pray God will continue to heal you in every way and heal the hearts of all who love you. God is gracious and His mercies endure forever. May God bless you and your family forever.
January 5th, 2008 at 5:07 pm
Dear David, Mona, Joseph, and Jennifer:
We just read the latest update on Joe and were uplifted to learn that he continues to improve. Joe is in our thoughts and prayers. Please let “your neighbors next door” know if you need anything while you’re in Raleigh.
God Bless,
The Burch Family
January 2nd, 2008 at 3:48 pm
Hey Joe…Glad you are doing great. I’ve been thinking about you…I keep asking Anita and Nicholle about you. I’m sure they are sick of me asking
haha. Hope you had a happy new year.
Smile
Lisa
:O)
December 25th, 2007 at 2:12 pm
David, Mona, Joseph, and Jennifer,
we have been thinking and praying for you all. We have talked to Christian about what happened to Joe, and he is praying for him. We would like to know if we could come to see you and Joe whenever the time is right for you. Also, let us know if there is something we could do to help.
GOD BE WITH YOU ALWAYS,
Diana, Dennis, and Christian Rossani
December 23rd, 2007 at 12:56 pm
Dear Joseph,
we received the news two days ago. We had no knowledge about what had happened to you. Dennis and I are trying to tell Christian the little bit we know. He always talks about you and how nice was to have you present during his soccer games. We are praying for your recovery and hope to have you back at Christian’s basketball games at St. Joseph soon. We would like to let you know that you and your family are present in our prayers and God is listening to all of us, your friends. We are very proud and happy to hear about your decision in your studies and we are sure that you will do your best as always.
Dear Mona, David, and Jennifer, we know how hard these times might be but, we also know that God is giving you the strenght to work together for the recovery of Joe, and how grateful you are for having him home this Christmas.
God be always with you all!
Diana, Dennis, and Christian Rossani
(865)947-5042
December 21st, 2007 at 3:11 pm
Hey Joe! Just want to let you know that I am so glad to hear that you are recovering so well. I have thought and prayed for you and your speedy recovery this whole year. Continue to do well and work hard and you will be back to 100% soon! Love and miss you guys…
Melanie
December 12th, 2007 at 9:54 am
Hi Joe,
I’m still thinking of you. You must know that when you were little, I thought there was something very special about you. I even told your parents that. I was right.
Love,
Sue Bartlett
November 7th, 2007 at 8:12 pm
Hi Joseph, Gil & I are very excited to hear you are doing so well. This Thanksgiving is truly special to you and your family and friends. We pray for your continued recovery, and your family. We love you. God Bless you. Our Lord Jesus Christ is truly amazing! Amen!
September 26th, 2007 at 9:16 am
Hi Joseph
We are thrilled to hear you are continuing your education. Your courage inspires us.
Love
Barb and Gerry Dinkins
September 19th, 2007 at 12:44 pm
Hello, Miracle Man!
It is a thrill to hear what wonderful strides you have made in this past month!!! Congratulations and AMEN on your return to school. The one- class-at-a-time-rate is a good one for you and I applaude whomever helped you with that advice and decision.
I hope you are usuing the return to the books as a challenge and a badge of honor…all the frustrations you experience in the return to school simply adds to the honor and witness you NEED be…wonder what more miracles God has in store for you…
Hmmm…
with love and faith,
still missin’ you!
Teresa
August 16th, 2007 at 8:11 pm
JOSEPH,
JUST READING YOUR PROGRESS REPORT- I THANK GOD FOR ALL HIS MIRACLES - I ALSO AM THANKFUL TO YOU FOR ALL YOUR HARD WORK IN THERAPY , ETC.- MONA , DAVID AND JENNIFER KNOW YOU ARE LOVED BY ALL - IF WE CAN DO ANYTHING TO BE OF HELP LET US KNOW - 865-494-8707 -
August 15th, 2007 at 11:50 am
Hey Joe and Family!
What a joy it has been reading over all the advancements you have made. You better get all of your strength back soon because God has huge plans for you! I know you feel His shining light and love on you daily as you wake and go through the day. How far you’ve come and we all know it is because of Him that you have and with His hands you will continue to go farther!
Keep His Spirit alive and keep letting it shine in all you do.
Take care. We continue to keep you in our prayers,
Krista, Jim, Bryson, Zachary Maggard
August 14th, 2007 at 3:05 pm
Hey Joe,
I just wanted to say hey!! I know you have been very busy with your therapy!! I have heard you are doing excellent! I haven’t talked to you since competition, so I want to tell you what a blast I had playing volleyball with you for the first time since your accident!! You are always such a joy to be around!! I pray for you all of the time, and you are in my thoughts everyday!! Keep on working!! You’re doing great. I love ya Big JOE!!
Love, Amy
August 3rd, 2007 at 12:16 pm
Joe,Tina Crawford has been keeping us updated on your miraculous recovery. We are very proud of you and hope to see a FULL recovery soon.
We will continiue to pray for you.
Sarah’s Kitchen
(Pete & Sarah)
July 24th, 2007 at 6:45 pm
Hi Joe,
I’ve watched you and your sister grow up. All of our families at church have been around each other so much through the years when one of our children hurt we all hurt. Please know you and your family are in my prayers everyday. I know without a doubt you are going to be 100% you again. I felt that from the very beginning. It’s going to be a long road Joe, I know God is with you every step. I wanted to let you know how happy it made me when I heard the news about you Sunday. I am so very proud of you. You are our miracle in progress and I can hardly wait to see the end result. You and your family mean so much to me. If there is anything I can do to help you or your family please let me know.
Love Ya!!!!
Sister Lisa
July 21st, 2007 at 10:31 pm
Hi Joseph, we are so pleased to hear of your progress! I check your website often, excited to hear of the miracles God is performing in you and your family & friends! We pray for you often, believing God for your total healing, body soul & mind! WE love you! Jesus loves you!
July 14th, 2007 at 1:43 am
joe, remeber when we used to coloring dye and dye the swimming pool different colors! good times! i cant wait to watch the o.c with u again to see what happens next! i love you more than any thing in this world and i think about u every day!
love,
melina
June 22nd, 2007 at 1:44 pm
Joe here’s a verse that keeps me going and i hope it will help you too. The Will of God Will Never take You To Where The Grace of God Will Not Protect You. Continue to be strong and keep the faith, god will see you through….
June 21st, 2007 at 8:57 pm
Hi Joseph
It was so good to talk to you yesterday, I’m glad your improving and doing better. We are both experiencing homesickness now, with me being at Memphis law school for 5 weeks, I am with you and know how hard it is being away from home. I am praying for you everyday and I can’t wait to see you. The next time you come over we will make sure that everyone is there, Dustin, Heather, Amber, Brandon, Ashley, Ben, Alexis, Emily and Braxton, we all miss you and love you so much. We will have a lot more memories to rehash and will work on making lots more! Be prepared to laugh! Thanks for calling and I’m thinking of you and want you to know we all love you so much.
Lots of Love
Aunt Rhonda Lee
June 10th, 2007 at 5:27 pm
Joe -
Been thinkin’ about you and checked the website - I was so proud to see your entry a couple of days ago. It was beautifully written! Your strenth is an inspiration to us all. Take care and keep fighting!
June 7th, 2007 at 1:08 pm
hey joe!!
i miss you really really bad. i can’t wait ’til i get to come see you. i’m not sure when that will be though. i will have to talk to my mom and Bryan about that. i’m sorry i never called you back the other night. i’m not sure when you are available to talk so if you want you can just call me whenever you get a chance. i hope i get to talk to you soon! I LOVE YOU!
~RACHEL~
June 7th, 2007 at 9:54 am
Hi Joseph, you may not remember me but, I work at PNRC on 4W. I was on of the techs at the time you were there. I am very pleased to hear how great you are doing. I am very proud of all the progress you have made. I will contuine to pray for you and your family during the remaining time of your healing. May God bless you and keep you . Hope to talk to you soon.
Jeanette CNA
June 6th, 2007 at 6:20 pm
Joe i’m wishing you a speedy recovery, and i’m gonna do all i can to help you while you are here at learning services…….
June 3rd, 2007 at 9:06 pm
Hey Joe just wanted to say Hi, I miss ya buddy! Much love from my family to yours. Keep up the good work and the strong fight. God has blessed you so much. And us for keeping you here!!!! Alexis says Hi Jo Jo. We love you.
The Evans Family.
June 2nd, 2007 at 10:24 am
Very great greeting to you from the sweden and warm loved bless and joy to you from my hearts and from Christ, for be comfort and feel peace for Jesus is coming and read this fair psalm 23 and remember that your the angel will see you right naw and your heavenly Fathers face always.Thanks for this guestbook and many bless again keijo sweden
June 2nd, 2007 at 8:28 am
Joey, I miss you tons and I can’t wait until I get to see you!
Love,
sis
May 26th, 2007 at 1:16 pm
Hi all. Nice cite, glad to see you
May 24th, 2007 at 4:01 pm
Brother Joe,
We learned of your situation today…several months after the accident. While we regret not responding sooner, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. May be receive strength and nourishment from the Lord each day.
Brother Tom Velie
New Beginnings International Children’s & Family Services
May 21st, 2007 at 12:56 pm
Hi Joe,
I’ve been praying for you. Keep your eyes on the Lord for nothing shall happen to you that hasn’t been sifted through His fingers first.
Love,
Sue Bartlett
May 21st, 2007 at 9:06 am
Hey you know, you’d better keep this webpage up even after you’re all recovered. But not just as a memorial; keep it and expand it with your testimony of growth.
I love you and your whole family, even the abnoxious members. See yah!
May 16th, 2007 at 11:17 pm
Hey Joe,
Sounds like the healing process is going great. If you need anything let me know. Be strong and keep the faith.
Love ya bro,
JT
May 5th, 2007 at 1:57 pm
I miss you Joe! I need my bruver
I love you and I can’t wait until you come home this week!!!
April 30th, 2007 at 11:43 am
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April 24th, 2007 at 1:00 am
joe! i am so proud of you! you are doing so well! we miss you down here! keep up the good work! love you joe!
April 21st, 2007 at 1:15 pm
Greetings from IBC,
Joseph, we are so pleased at what God is doing in your life! God’s continued blessings upon you and your family - your friends at IBC
April 8th, 2007 at 5:51 pm
Hello Joe!! It’s Bethany, from the ever-wonderful city of Minden!! I’ve been keeping up with your progress and am very pleased to know you have been doing so well!! Are you up for a round of volleyball followed by a game of Godfather?? LOL…:)
April 6th, 2007 at 11:23 am
Hi Joseph, just wanted to wish you and your family a Blessed Easter. We really know our Christ Jesus has risen, and all the wonderful miracles He has performed not only in your life, but everyone that has prayed and believed for you. May God’s continued strenth and love be yours. God Bless
April 4th, 2007 at 8:56 pm
Happy belated birthday Joseph. Praise God for his goodness.
Love Rhonda & Craig Indiana
April 3rd, 2007 at 9:00 am
Happy Birthday Joseph!
We are so joyfull over your continuing recovery!
Barb and Gerry Dinkins
April 2nd, 2007 at 4:42 pm
Dear Joseph:
I’m so thankful for the many increases God has blessed you with and that his deliverance is evident in your life, especially for everyone to read on your website. I know that you have heard and read countless testimonies of how your accident has caused a positive effect in someone’s life. Along with countless others who have been praying for you; our youth group prayed some detailed prayers for you at different times. The very next day they would find out God had answered that prayer request! God became all that much more real to them. They got so excited and praised God for answering everyone’s prayers.
NIV Phillippians 1:12 The apostle Paul said, now I want you to know brothers, that what has happened to ME has really served to ADVANCE THE GOSPEL. 13 - As a result it has become clear throughout the whole palace guard and to everyone else that I am in chains for Christ. 14 Because of my chains, most of the BROTHERS IN THE LORD HAVE BEEN ENCOURAGED TO SPEAK THE WORD OF GOD MORE COURAGEOUSLY AND FEARLESSLY.
Words cannot explain how this accident has blessed so many. (Our hearts go out to you though and your mom and dad and Jennifer). Our children along with some other children were riding four wheelers. weekend before last. Our youth minister’s son, Nick ran into a low wire and flipped the four wheeler back onto himself. Nick, had a huge gash in the back of his head. He had a skull fracture. My husband and Nick’s Aunt got to him first and started praying. It was a very scarey accident as you can imagine. Other people saw how everyone started praying first, which included the children. The children knew that God really heard their prayers for you and he would for Nick!! He had 11 staples, 2 black eyes, a bunch of bruises and cuts. The doctor said he would be out of school for 8 weeks with a noticable indentation on the back of his head. The children didn’t SETTLE for that. They got together again and prayed. The very next day the doctor changed his report “Whose report will you believe?” Nick was released from the hospital that day and he would be able to go back to school in 2 days. (His mom is keeping him out until spring break is over). It gets better, his head is already filling in day by day. The doctor notices the changes, as well. What a God we all serve. Thank you for sharing your accident and healing with us. The faith these children have been releasing is awesome. You had something to do with that.
Love You
Love your cousin, Sunny
March 30th, 2007 at 10:20 pm
Hello Joseph I’m glad your doing better and your home. Happy late birthday. My birthday is tomorrow and i’ll be fourteen.
Taylor
March 27th, 2007 at 11:08 pm
Just wanted to say Happy Birthday! So glad to hear you are doing so awesome! Love and miss you!
March 27th, 2007 at 8:36 pm
Happy Birthday Joseph! It is so good to hear the wonderful, awesome news of your continued recovery, by our wonderful, awesome God of Glories! I’ve heard the saying, you never would know warmth if not for the cold, nor would we know the light if not for the darkness. How wonderful our God continues to bring you and yours thru this season of your journey. And may this very special birthday bring you the joy and happiness that you deserve, that is only found in our loving Saviour, Jesus Christ. God Bless you Joseph. Patty & Gil from Dayton, Ohio.
March 27th, 2007 at 7:33 pm
HAPPY !HAPPY! BIRTHDAY JOSEPH - THANK GOD FOR LETTING US CELEBRATE YOUR SPECIAL DAY AGAIN THIS YEAR ! GOD IS SO GOOD ! WILL BE SO GLAD WHEN YOU ARE BACK AT EBAC - MISS YOU - GLAD YOU’RE HEALING AND EVERYTHING IS GOING AS WE KNEW IT WOULD IN JESUS NAME - SEE YA ! HAVE A WONDERFUL DAY -
JEANETTE
March 27th, 2007 at 5:20 pm
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! WE LOVE YOU! –the Copelins
March 27th, 2007 at 4:37 pm
HAPPY BIRTHDAY JOE! I’ll be seeing you in a little over an hour, but I wanted to jump on here and leave you a birthday wish too
March 27th, 2007 at 2:52 pm
Happy Birthday Joe…Glad to hear the great news…keep it up…Jennifer
March 27th, 2007 at 2:10 pm
Happy Birthday Big Joe!!! Love ya!!!
March 27th, 2007 at 12:50 pm
HAPPY BIRTHDAY JOSEPH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
March 27th, 2007 at 8:55 am
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!! I am so excited to here what your doctor has said about your leg being healed and that your way ahead schedule. That is awesome. YOU ROCK Joseph. “} I know it’s God that really ROCKS “] Still praying for you and I love to check up on you. Its exciting to hear the good news.
March 27th, 2007 at 12:39 am
HAPPY BIRTHDAY JOE!!!!!!!!!!!
i hope that you have a great day today, no headaches, no pain, just a great super fantastic day!!!
love you joe!!
-rini
March 26th, 2007 at 11:01 pm
We are so thankful here in Madisonville to here how well things are going for Joseph. We were wondering do you have any new pic of Joe since he has came home.
March 22nd, 2007 at 1:31 pm
Hey, Joe! We called the other day to check on you, and spoke with your dad. He said you’ve made great progress. We know he’s proud of you. We’re praying for those headaches to go away! All our love, the Copelins
March 21st, 2007 at 9:46 am
Hey Joseph—it’s Sis. Phyllis & Bro. Gino
We are in Mississippi right now and we were reading the great reports. Your testimony lifts my spirits and reminds me that God is real. We hope with your schedule we can catch up to you sometime soon.
Your progress is remarkable. Bro. Gino mentions it whenever he can.
We love you-keep on keeping on!!!!!
March 17th, 2007 at 12:43 pm
Joseph! It’s so good to read about the improvements that you have been making! God truly has kept His hands upon you! We are still praying for you over here in the Middle East! It is such a great thing to know that our God can intervene for anyone, anywhere! I thank God for all He’s done for you!
March 16th, 2007 at 2:28 pm
Joseph,
Praise the Lord for what he has done for you. I hope you remember your Grandma Mel’s cousin, Wanda, and the great conversions we had when we were down there. I was so impressed by your compassion, faith, and friendliness. I know that you are going to come through this with absolute victory and that you are going to be able to step by step walk into the dreams and goals you have and MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THIS WORLD. You have a lot to share with others and I know that God will greatly use you to do so. Hang in there…there is light at the end of the tunnel and that light is the Glory of the Lord.
Love,
Wanda and Howie
March 16th, 2007 at 2:24 pm
David, Mona, and Mel
I thought that I had written before, and discovered I just wrote a message for my mom (Aunt Wanda)…she dictated, I put it in.
Howie and I have prayed daily for Joseph and we have continued to read the blogs to see how he is progressively getting better Praise the Lord!!! It is amazing how he has done. The times we were down visiting Mel and the rest of you, I got to know Joseph pretty well. We had several in depth “psychology” discussions (at that time he was really interested in working with people with problems, he told me). I was so very impressed with his intelligence, compassion, and friendliness. Joseph is an exceptional young man, full of faith, love, and empathy for others. Howie and I were both so encouraged by our contact with him. These strengths, and his faith in our Savior, as well as the tremendous emotional. spiritual, and physical support he has been receiving have all added to his recovery….which we believe will be a full recovery. We love you all very much. You have been in our thoughts, prayers, and hearts daily. When the victory is further along and things calm down a bit…we would like to pay another visit and share in the “Glory of the Lord” with you.
Love,
Wanda and Howie
March 16th, 2007 at 11:51 am
I work with Carol Davidson. I first heard of your accident on Love 89. I have prayed for you many time throughout your stay in the hospital and will continure to do so. I pray for healing and that God will give you strength. I also pray for your family because I know this must be very difficult for them also. Remember when you see only one set of footprints, that is the time God has carried you. God is always faithful! And he loves you very much!
Peace and Blessings,
Shawn Masters
March 16th, 2007 at 6:28 am
joe!
i know that you’re in a ton of pain, but you’ve made so much progress, this is nothing short of a miracle!! two weeks ago when sam and i went up to see you, when they wheeled you in the room and you said ‘hey sara’ i seriously thought i was gonna like, pass out face first on the floor. i loved that you talked to me directly, called me out and told stories. it made me sooo happy
i know that God is going to carry you through this hard time and heal you completely! i don’t know how many times in church i’ve heard ‘exceedingly, abundantly’ and i know that’s exactly what God is doing for you. i love you joe, i’m coming to see you as soon as you’re surgery is all cleared up
-rini
March 15th, 2007 at 12:36 pm
I am so glad that you are getting a long so good. Hope you are feeling better today after your surgery. We are paying for you. Love Robin Tindell
March 14th, 2007 at 12:59 pm
Hi Joseph
I was so excited to see you Sat. evening after you came home, it broke my heart that you were having such a terrible headache. I’m so glad you called me that let me know you still remembered my phone number.
I’ve been praying for you and I’m trusting that soon your headaches will be over. You’ve come so far and are truly a miracle. Your spirit inspires me and I’m so lucky to be your aunt and to know you. I love you and am thinking of you all the time. Don’t get discouraged this too shall pass. I will be with you on your first church service. Be sure to keep me posted….
Lots of Love
Your Aunt Rhonda Lee
March 13th, 2007 at 9:04 pm
You are still all in my thoughts and prayers every day, and every night I pick the brightest star in the sky and make a wish for you. Thank you for the updates.
March 13th, 2007 at 4:03 pm
Joseph,
My husband and I have been following your progress since Colleen aired it on her show. She played a son g of my husbands on the show that day also. I am so thankful that you have God right by your side each and every day. It is so great to know that with Him you can accomplish anything. I know the surgery for your headaches will go great. Know that our prayers and thoughts are with you everyday. My Church family, Shannondale Baptist Church, is also praying for you. God loves you and so do we.
Love and Best Wishes,
Darlene and Jeff Berry
March 13th, 2007 at 11:22 am
HEY JOE,
I AM SO GLAD YOU MADE IT THRU SURGERY, I TALKED TO YOUR MOM LAST NIGHT ON MY WAY HOME FROM WORK AND YOU HAD JUST FALLEN ASLEEP. I AM PRAYING THAT THIS SURGERY WILL END THOSE HEADACHES! I LOVE YOU HONEY AND HOPE TO SEE YOU TONIGHT. YOU HAVEN’T CALLED ME FOR SHRIMP SCAMPI LATELY, AS SOON AS YOU CAN EAT LET ME KNOW AND I WILL MAKE A RED LOBSTER RUN FOR YOU! LOVE YOU SWEETIE! JESSI AND CRICKET SAID TO TELL YOU HELLO AND THEY WILL SEE YOU WHEN YOU GET BACK HOME!
March 11th, 2007 at 10:18 pm
Joseph,
i have missed hearing great things about you
but i am very pleased to hear that you are home
i just want to wish you the best of luck and let you know you and your family are in my prayers .
i love you all
in gods love,
kristen carter
March 10th, 2007 at 9:06 pm
PRAISE THE LORD! We are thrilled that you are home! God is so good, and so awesome. What else can we say, but “hallelujah!” Love you, the Copelins
March 10th, 2007 at 11:43 am
Dear Bro. and Sis. Trantanella,
God is certainly great and greatly to be praise. We are just so excited to hear that Joseph is home and doing well. I know there are many miles between us but if there is anything we can do for you and your family please don’t hesitate to call. We will continue to pray for your family and that God keeps continuing to supply you with strength.
Love Bro. and Sis. Hill
March 10th, 2007 at 9:45 am
Dear Joe,
The whole team at Emory Road misses seeing you. WE have been keeping up with your progress and are so pleased that you were able to go home yesterday.
Sincerely,
Sharon, Margaret
Becky, Bethany
March 10th, 2007 at 8:26 am
WOW! Joseph your home! That is exciting news. The ladys are our church prayed for your surgery for your skull last monday and God has gotten you this far and I know that He can get you through that also. That is so exciting that your home.
March 9th, 2007 at 7:32 pm
my name is carlene i have a seventeen year old son keaston that has been thru two car wrecks in one and a half years due to others mistakes. he was not hurt badly but my familys heart and prayers are with you. nancy (reed ) potter, mary (reed) wright, reba (reed) hall, chuck reed,carlene (reed) takett.
March 8th, 2007 at 2:37 am
Hey Joe, It’s Brandi from Minden LA. I was at Rachel and Anna adcocks house the other night and we drank some cake tea. We were thinking about you and talking about the fun times we have had with you in Minden! We pray for your recovery at every church event pretty much. I am so thankful that Jesus has brought you this far. You are an awesome guy! I hope that you are well enough to go to Louisiana camp this summer! We all love you!
Brandi
March 7th, 2007 at 6:31 pm
Hey Bro,
My mom said she came by to see you today while she was visiting Wanda Matthews in the hospital. She said that you seem to be doing great! We have been praying for you down here in Baton Rouge, LA. May God continue to bless & heal you.
Love & Prayers,
Michael J. Maupin
March 7th, 2007 at 4:30 pm
Tell Joe that the youth of the UPC of Carrollton ky are praying for him and will continue to do so. we meet him at NYC many years ago and he was a great guy.
March 7th, 2007 at 3:52 pm
Hey this is just SPAM saying “Hi”. I just wanted to tell you that what I am hearing and reading is awesome! What a testimony! Through great trials come great blessings. I also know that you now see God in a whole new way. He is truly YOUR GOD!
We will be starting competition singing practice here in a couple of weeks. We need you!!!! It’s not the same without a ‘drop in’ from you.
We hope to see you soon. You are in our prayers no matter where we are.
Love,
Bro. Gino & Sis. Phyllis
March 7th, 2007 at 1:06 pm
Joseph im glad you are doing so much better, and I am looking forward to worshiping God by your side at church again. Miss you Joe
March 7th, 2007 at 12:48 pm
hey jo..just wanted to let you know i am feeling much better. in fact i have some really good yet surprising news. i am having another baby!! through all my recent dr. visits and tests i have great news that they found no tumors! i will have to have surgery to fix the herniated discs but he said it can wait until after the baby unless it gets worse i will have to have it while carrying the baby. hopefully that will also clear up the fluid on my spine. i am going to go see your dr. abel to see if he agrees. i also have to see a rhumetologist for some other underlying concerns but i know it is All in GOD’s hands. i just wanted to tell you the good news and i will get up there to see you the first chance i get. i love you!
March 6th, 2007 at 11:27 am
Hey Joe i havent been to see you in awhile. I miss you and i dont have a car right now but i should be getting one TODAY!! so i can come see you on sat of sunday!!!! i miss you so and cant wait to hang out with you again. Everyone in my classes have still been asking about you and are praying as well. I love you Joe and have been praying for you. You really are blessed!!
Love Always,
Jennifer
March 6th, 2007 at 2:43 am
You family is an inspiration! We are praying along side you!
March 5th, 2007 at 11:49 pm
Joseph,
I just want you to know that I forgive you for all the things you’ve said to me since you’ve been able to talk again. haha I guess you didn’t want to waste any time getting back to our normal relationship! You definitely keep me entertained and I’m pretty sure I do the same for you. I love you and no matter what you ever say to me, the only thing I will ever be able to think about is how thankful I am that you’re alive and well enough to be able to say it to me. God is so wonderful and has blessed our family more than we could ever deserve. We owe God our all! I am so thankful for you and I am so grateful that I was blessed with you as my brother. Good night and I love you!
Love,
Jenny
March 5th, 2007 at 8:42 pm
Joe: Our church family, as well as us, are so thankful to God for what he is doing in your life. I know you are working harder than you ever thought you would have to in this life! Keep it up. I am under strict orders from Nicholle to not say ANYTHING about her to you. She said I embarrass her when I do, so I won’t……YET…..Wait a while, when she doesn’t expect it! No, really we are happy with each obsticle you overcome, by the help of the Lord.
Craig and Kenni Stoller
(Nicholle’s parents)
March 5th, 2007 at 4:07 pm
Joe, HI you do not know me, I used to work for your Father at select Title. Just wanted to let you know that Im praying for you as well as my church, I know that you are going to be just fine because your in the hands of a higher power. all things are possible when it comes to our Father in Heaven. I had a really bad head injury 3 years ago and Im just fine now Thanks to the Lord and You will be to.I just wanted you to know that Im praying for you , so stay strong and the head aces will go away I promise.
Tonya
March 5th, 2007 at 4:05 pm
Joe, I’ve been thinking about you ever since I heard about the accident. I know in my heart that it want be long until you back on your feet again, you are a strong and vibrant young man. May God be with you and your family, we have such a wonderful GOD.
March 5th, 2007 at 12:57 pm
Hey Joe, I can’t wait to see you at church for the play. I have heard that you are practicing for the play. Also, You dad said that you were talking about me and Nathan getting married! I CAN’T WAIT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am so excited and I definitely want you to be there and a part. I hope to come by and see you soon. Love ya!
~Tonya~
March 4th, 2007 at 10:34 pm
I’m so glad mashed potatoes and applesauce taste goo d to you, Joe. You are doing so well! Take care and you are in my prayers daily….love gwen
March 4th, 2007 at 4:46 pm
Hi Joseph!!! I hope the surgery putting your skull back together makes your headaces disappear because I hate headaches. Especially the ones that make you just want to go to sleep. My prayers will be with you when you have the surgery. I am glad that you are going to be able to start therapy with your leg. Thats tremendous! Well I hope you have a great week.
March 3rd, 2007 at 11:19 pm
Joseph
I’ve visited your web site so much I now can type your name in nano seconds. Sorry to hear of your headaches. I will add my prayers to the crowd that is praying for you and your family. Bro Curtain from the Goshen church (Aunt Faye’s church) is praying and asking of you when I visit there. God is so good!! There will be a host of churchs to visit when you start your running around again. I pray this time goes quickly for you.
You have such a beautiful spirit. We all pray God to restore you fully. God has done so many miracles for this family.
Great Grandpaw Gillette went to the doctor, the doctor found a cancer size of a gratefruit. They scheduled an appointment with the surgeon for Monday. Sunday night the church prayed: Monday at the surgeron’s office the doctor could not find any cancer (it disapeared) He was 92.
God knows us, He made us, and He called us. You belong to God.
Love Rhonda & Craig
March 3rd, 2007 at 2:37 pm
Joseph,
Our family is still praying for your complete recovery. We praise the Lord for what He has done already. You are a very loved young man. Our God is a awesome God. Blessings to you and your family.
Doyle & Lovel Wilmoth
March 3rd, 2007 at 2:10 pm
Hey Joseph,
Almost every day my wife asks me to check on Joseph, and I do, sometimes several times a day I look for updates. We are always amazed to see what GOD is doing for you.
Yesterday I walked through Fort Sanders Hospital thinking about trying to see you or some of your family. I was so happy to find you and your dad visiting with some other friends. God has surely worked a miracle for you and your family and you are in our thoughts and prayers daily. Hang in there.
Paul & Sallie Cookenour
March 3rd, 2007 at 11:50 am
Hey joe! its been a while since I last saw you, it was almots midnight and you were asleep, its so great to see how good you are doing!!!
My friends from the fire department and the ambulance crew that attended your accident and myself have been praying for you and I’m so happy to see that the Lord is still a miracle worker and that you are gonna get your blessing…
Get well soon and I’ll try to be there next week.
TTYL. Vic2
March 2nd, 2007 at 11:21 pm
Hey Joe…Im glad to hear that u are doing better! You are such an awesome guy and you’re attitude is so wonderful and upbeat….and u are just so giving…and i know that it is because of your strong spirit and Gods grace that you will make it thru this. Also, i read that you are going tomarrow to see when u can put wieght on your right leg so i wanted to let u know that we can be ‘left legged’ together cause my wreck made me not be able to use my right leg either!!! So now I know Im in great company!!! love ya, cant wait to hear about more progress. God bless.
March 2nd, 2007 at 9:29 pm
Hey Joseph I am glad you are starting to feel beter.
I am very glad that you are up out of your bed.
Hope you get well soon so I can come aggravate you.
Love Ya!
Alexandria
March 2nd, 2007 at 11:39 am
Hey Joe,
I just wanted to say I am so happy to hear that you are doing better!! I pray for you everyday and I know God will heal you. Your youth pastor (i think) came up to preach at Mid-Winter (in Ohio) and had said something about you to everyone. Just know that you have a lot of people who are praying for you. * To Joseph’s Family* I pray for you as well, just keep your faith high and remember God is a healer. One of our youth guys had a accident like this. Doctor’s said it doesn’t look good but you know what, he was out of the hospital within 2 months!! He is just like his normal self and is now married and is goin to have a baby girl. So Just keep believing, God will provide!
God Bless,
Heather
March 2nd, 2007 at 9:17 am
Hi Joseph,
Remember me, your former piano teacher. I was informed about your accident by Becky McGee. Her daughter, Shannon, is currently one of my very best piano students.
I was so sorry to hear about your accident, but rejoice that you are making a steady comeback. I pray for and look forward to your recovery. Please come by the house and play for me sometime. I would like to see you and hear about your plans for the future. I will continue to pray for you.
Lyndsey
March 2nd, 2007 at 7:55 am
Sounds like you’ve pulled through with your sense of humor still in tact!
We’re praying for your continued progress and healing of those headaches. Lots of love, the Copelins
March 1st, 2007 at 5:13 pm
Hey Joe!! I was working a shift this week at the hospital, and I found out that since I am in uniform, I can come see you anytime!!! I tried a couple of times to go to your room, but you were always either in therapy or running around the hospital. It figures. I should’ve known that you can’t still long. Anyway, I just want you to know that even though I have not seen you in a little while, I am still always thinking of you. I run into people who have visited you in the hospital all the time. I have even had patients of my own that know who you are. Once they find out that I graduated high school with you, that is all that they want to talk about. I am so thankful that you are doing as well as you are. You are truly a great witness of God’s miraculous blessings. Bro. Triplett told me that you said you are going to be in the easter play this year with your wheelchair decorated like a donkey. I am counting on that one!! That would be so cool!!! Anyway, I am certainly praying for you, and eventually I will catch you in your room!!!
-Amy
March 1st, 2007 at 12:09 am
Joe,
You don’t know me, but I just had to say that you have been such a inspiration and a blessing to me! Your miracle has once again showed me how big our God is! I check the site daily to see how you are improving and it is AWESOME! I really think you will never know the lives you have touch through this! God Bless You and keep up the great progress! Sis.Angie Foster
February 28th, 2007 at 9:17 pm
Joe,
We have been checking your postings each day to keep up with your wonderful progress. What great things God must have planned for you.
I will come to visit you when we get back to Knoxville. Keep working as hard as you are and keep on keeping on.
Lpve.
Sylvia and Tommy
February 28th, 2007 at 12:05 pm
Brace yourself, my brother in Christ! “To whom much is given, much is expected.” I look forward to following your life to see what God has planned for you. He has already used this opportunity to bring so many believers together and deepen our faith-but, even better: hundreds, if not thousands of non-believers are watching, inquiring, wondering..
Your survival and recovery is already an undeniable modern-day miracle. This web-site has become addictive- in a good way. Even when there was bad news I took heart in the compassion and outpouring of love evident in the words of family , friends and strangers. I only saw you once when you were about 4 or 5 years old, but I feel I know you so well,now. Love and prayers, Annette Ward(Jamie and Jeremy’s Mom)
February 27th, 2007 at 11:25 am
Joseph,
We are so excited to hear that you’re recovering so quick! God is AWESOME!
We’ve got the states of Arizona, California and Texas praying for you. Savannah still prays for you every night before she goes to bed.
Can’t wait to hear more great reports. We’re praying that by the time we get home in April, you’ll be over all of this. God can do it!
Jenn, you’re doing a wonderful job with the website, keeping everyone updated. It’s been great.
We love you all.
The Hosacks
February 27th, 2007 at 10:53 am
I had a dream about you last night Joseph. I was at some sort of event. Not sure what type of event, but that doesn’t matter. I saw you walk into the room. I was overwhelmed with emotion and began to cry. I embraced you and said Joseph you are a miracle and through your miracle of healing
those that have lost faith in God will have their faith renewed. And that was the end of the dream. I feel like this was a word from God and wanted to share it with you.
February 26th, 2007 at 11:57 pm
Hi Joseph!
The most amazing thing happened to me last night… When I heard you say HI to me! To quote Bro Mullins I was awesome-ized! Seriously, Hearing your voice really brought home what a miracle that God has performed!
How wonderful that you are improving so rapidly. We will continue to pray for your complete healing and are very impatient for your return to church.
Joe, continue the good job in your therapy and keep your Dad on his toes!
We love you lots… Clyde and Jeanie
(Jeanie says Hi from KY)
February 26th, 2007 at 1:44 pm
so seeing you yesterday made me the happiest i think i’ve been in a long time. you were cracking me up. sorry i almost spilled the beans about the tv
when you came in the room and said hi to me and sam, i was speechless. considering last time i saw you, you had half of an eye open and could move your fingers. now you said my name and started asking me questions and telling stories about us. joe i love you so so so much and i know that God is continuing to work a miracle
i’ll come see you again soon, you made me smile so much you’ll never know. i love you joe!!!
-rini
February 26th, 2007 at 11:49 am
We are so happy to hear of your progress, Joseph. Keep up the good spirits! Laughter will speed your healing.
Love
Barb and Gerry Dinkins
February 26th, 2007 at 10:10 am
Hey Joe,
when I read these updates I remember at IBC when you had your mouth wired shut and had to only eat icecream haha. I’m sure you will be thrilled when you can finally eat something that doesn’t fit inside a straw.
I’m so happy you are improving so fast. Anita and I were planning on visiting you 2 weeks ago but we had some major snow here in Indy and we weren’t able to. But hopefully we will be able to see you soon.
Keep smiling
Hope to see you soon.
February 24th, 2007 at 10:25 pm
Dear Joe,
I just wanted to let you know that a few weeks ago I ran into your Father in the Hospital while I was visiting my Father in-law. Your father was so grateful with your progress, at that point it was going to be a week before you would get moved, however it happened 2 days later! Your father has such love for you and when he spoke of you I could see it in him, you look like your father and I believe you have his compassion as well, great job your doing, keep it up and know that people are still praying for you. You’re truly blessed buy your family and friends and mostly GOD!..Way to go…be strong and keep believing it wont be long before your home and back to a normal life with your family. My family has thought of you often and keep you in our prayers, your a true believer and that shows….May GOD keep his great work for you…..
Keith, Laurie and Hannah Speer
February 24th, 2007 at 5:14 pm
Hello Joseph!
You are doing amazingly!! You must be one of God’s “favorites”! To be used of God to touch so many hearts, so many lives, and to instill FAITH in the hearts of so many people! Very few individuals ever get the chance, in a whole lifetime, to impact and influence a fraction of the people your life has already touched in the short time since your accident! We are so proud of you and we are continuing to pray for your complete healing!! Hang in there! Your life is an on-going testimony of hope!
Love,
Derrald and Barb Hilderbrand
Wausau, WI
(Brooke’s Dad and Mom)
February 23rd, 2007 at 4:23 pm
JOESPH,
SO HAPPY YOURE HAVING BETTER DAYS AND YOUR THERAPY IS GOING BETTER - YOU WILL BE BACK AT THE RANCH BEFORE YOU KNOW IT - MY SISTER WAS LOOKING AT YOUR PICTURE , SHE THINKS YOU ARE REAL CUTE - THANK GOD FOR ALL HE IS DOING AND WILL DO -
JEANETTE
February 23rd, 2007 at 3:16 pm
Dear Trantanella Family
I wanted to let you know you are all thought of all day and on our prayer list here in RSA. Joe we are all so happy at the wonderfull progress you are making. Keep up the great job.
I also work in the medical field and am amazed by the good progress you have made. That comes with the help of God and hard work from you and your therapists also the love and support of your great family
We are praying for you all
Love Trudi & Garry Fielding (Brendon Buirski’s In laws from South Africa)
February 23rd, 2007 at 3:00 pm
hey joe…just wanted to say that we were so excited to see you on tuesday. i can’t believe how your progress is coming. emily keeps asking if she can go write w/ jo-fus. she really liked drawing on your board. you were so outgoing and sweet while we were there. your mom said you usually aren’t so active and talkative. you are such a sweetheart and we are still praying for a complete recovery. love you lots, heather, emmi & mark:)
February 22nd, 2007 at 9:58 pm
Hey Joe!! I’ve enjoyed keeping up with your progress daily. It makes me smile to hear about your responses….. I can just see you interacting with your famly and nurses….. I know they are overjoyed with you recovery. I thank God for your healing…. I am so happy you are doing better each day!! What a blessing you are to all who know you!!
February 22nd, 2007 at 11:48 am
Hi Joseph,
You and your family are an inspiration. I was doing a search on bible versus about healing because this past Monday they found a hole in my 10 year old daughter’s heart and she will need surgery. I was lead to your web page in this search and I feel so blessed to have found you and your family. Wow!! God has a great plan for your life. I am so encouraged!
I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
God Bless & Keep You!!!
February 22nd, 2007 at 8:43 am
Joe– We are so proud of you, and the progress you’re making. We thank God for this miracle in your life. Even though it’s tough right now, and you’re tired and in pain, you’ve got to press through. You can do this!!! You’ve got to get better because we’re going to be sending you some new vocal exercises to practice, and music to learn, etc . . . You think we’re kidding!
Teasing aside, God has big plans for you, and He’s going to see you through this. LOTS of love and prayers, the Copelins
February 21st, 2007 at 11:59 pm
I have been quietly following on a regular basis the updates on your progress. We had a powerful prayer meeting on Monday night and kept you in the midst of our prayers. When I arrived home this evening from church after again praying and thanking God for what He has, is and will continue to do in your life, I am so happy to see how well you are progressing. Our church family has taken gotten to know so much about you and your recovery that you have become one of our own! This is the great thing about being a part of the family of God. If we never meet, that is okay, just know that as the family of God has no geographic boundries and we at Apostolic Lighthouse in Glen Burnie, Maryland rejoice with you!
Lord bless you and your family. And you are truly blessed to have such a great family, friends and church! And we thank sis. Nikki Copelin for introducing you to us and asking that we pray for you shortly after your accident. This site has truly been an encouragement to so many.
God Bless.
February 21st, 2007 at 10:11 pm
Hey Joseph,
Praise GOD for your healing! We ARE SO THANKFUL FOR YOUR progress!I remember just like yesterday going to your home and seeing your smile and thoughtful self.Remember those days you taught me how to type, well you can tell that it came in handy. I miss you so much…
God bless you,
Ashley Evans
February 21st, 2007 at 9:39 pm
Joseph,
We are sooooo excited to read of how well you are doing! Every day it seems there is another miracle. We know prayers are being answered by our faithful, mighty, and loving God!!
Keep it up, Joe, and you’ll be back with us at church in no time!
Love,
Bro. John, Sis. Nicole, Lindsey & Anna (who are still praying for you each night before bed)
February 21st, 2007 at 9:23 pm
We are so glad to be reading the wonderful news and are thanking god that he has healed joe.We are praying that god will continue to give u strengh joe to be able to talk and communicate with everyone.We are allways praying for u joe nite and day god bless u joe.WE LOVE U!!!!!
February 21st, 2007 at 5:34 pm
Jennifer, Hi I was wondering if there is any way that you can get some new picture’s of Joseph to post. There are some of us that check up on Joseph and hear how well he is doing but are still seeing the old picture’s of him in the critical care unit. So if you can get some new picture’s on that would be great. Thanks
February 21st, 2007 at 9:34 am
Joseph you are just truely a blessing to me. When I read the updates, it excites me to know how well your doing. I know its all God. I am so excited for you.
February 20th, 2007 at 8:04 pm
JOSEPH ,
PRAISE THE LORD ! GOD IS GOOD- SO HAPPY WITH YOUR PROGRESS - I DONT SEND MESSAGES EVERY DAY , BUT I DO CHECK ON YOU DAILY - FIRST THING WHEN I GET HOME FROM WORK - JENNIFER I DO APPRECIATE YOUR KEEPING THIS SITE UP DATED FOR ALL OF US - I KNOW IT HASNT BEEN EASY - YOU ARE SO CONSIDERATE , THINKING ABOUT US WITH SO MUCH GOING ON WITH JOSEPH - I LOVE ALL OF YOU AND YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS - I WILL BE GLAD WHEN EVERYONE CAN RETURN TO THE RANCH - LOVE AND PRAYERS ,
JEANETTE
February 20th, 2007 at 7:33 pm
Joe: we are soooo glad for your progress. I know you still have a ways to go, but LOOK WHAT THE LORD HAS DONE!! I know Nicholle misses being there with you, but she felt that it was time for family so she felt she needed to back off a little. She is still held hostage in TN, though, so you never know when she will show up to annoy and pester you again with her brain teaser drawings! She doesn’t have always have computer access, but I know she is thinking of you and praying for you every day, even though she can’t send you a message. She is with you in spirit and is your friend for always.
Love,
Kenni Stoller a.k.a. Nicholle’s mom
February 20th, 2007 at 11:29 am
Joseph, you are a very special young man. I love you so very much. You are one of the most remarkable young men I have ever known. I have had the privilege of being so very close to you over the past years. You have a depth in God that is very rare among young people. God has given you a special gift to counsel others in pain and suffering in their lives. Keep studying; this experience will only enhance your natural ability to relate to others and their suffering.
I think so much about the awesome trips we have made to Madisonville, Kentucky camp meetings. I remember one particular camp, you made the commitment to fast until every one of the teenagers in our group had prayed through! I was so nervous because you not only gave up your food; but you sacrificed even water to show God your desperation for a break-through. By Thursday night, every young person in our group had prayed through and shouted all over the alter! It was so wonderful! That night we went out to eat and I think you ordered everything on the menu!
Some of the best memories in my life have been those times at camp meeting! You were always more interested in others than in your self; and in return God gave you a tremendous blessing!
You are truly and inspiration in my life!
Your favorite aunt!
AUNT SHARON EVANS
February 20th, 2007 at 9:58 am
Hello Joe,
I have been checking the website for your progress everyday. You are in my prayers.
I went to the store last night and had a memory of you pop up in my mind. I was standing at the deli counter and saw the pepper turkey. I remember you buying a pound of pepper turkey and eating most of it before we made it back to the school. You asked me to keep the rest of it in the fridge in my office for the next day. However, it didn’t even last in there for more than an hour or so. You came in and finished it. You are so funny. Don’t forget pez candy either.
God bless,
Sis. Heather
February 20th, 2007 at 9:31 am
Joe T.
I am so proud of you! You have come such a long way. When you said my name the other day it made me so happy. I love you Joe and hang in there. Im sorry this was only the second time I had been up there, but I have actually had knee surgery as well. So I wasnt able to do much there for about 2 weeks. But I will be up there as much as I can from here on out. Keep improving! I love you Joe T! I’m praying for you everyday.
Jessica
February 20th, 2007 at 9:26 am
Dear Joseph
Sorry it has been awhile since we have been online to send you an e-mail, our internet has been down. I wanted to let you know that we are still praying for you and your family. Although we have not seen you for many years we certanly have not forgotten you. I have been reading all the letters from everyone and one thing is for sure you are still the same sweet boy that we remember. I remember coming to your family’s house and watching you and Jennifer and having a great time. Your Mom and Dad are truely great examples of the way christians are supposed to be. That, I know is where you got your legacy. Ask your Dad if he remembers the time I made him a cheese cake at Phil and Shawn’s house and I cut up pieces of onion and put it in the cheese cake. When he took his first bite he got so sick. Well he was always playing tricks on everyone so I figured I would have a little fun and get even. You know I don’t remember him playing to many tricks on me after that. But I’m sure he did’t stop his meanness. He loved to aggravate. And your Mom I remember as a prayer warrior. She was always at the church praying. You don’t see to much of that anymore. So when you say your prayers you can thank God for such wonderful parents. Guess I’ll say bye for now. It will take forever to read all of these letters and see how much your loved.
Love Sis. Pam Hill
February 19th, 2007 at 8:24 pm
Joe,
Anita told me what happened and I’ve been praying for you. God is so good! I will continue to pray. You were such a great person at school, I know we didn’t hang out much but I still consider you a friend
God bless!
Love ya~!
Claudia
February 19th, 2007 at 11:41 am
Joseph,
In seeing your determination to get well and the faith you have kept in God is an inspiration to me and I am sure an inspiration to many others.
February 19th, 2007 at 11:32 am
Hello Trantanella Family, You do not know me but I was forwarded to your website on January 23 and have been following your progress ever since. What a wonderfully blessed family you are! Our family has been remembering each of you in our prayers. God has big plans for each of you, especially Joe! I look so forward to the day he can return home again. What huge leaps he has taken with the Lords’ help and guidance. Our youth group needs to hear this testimony when it’s time! I will stay in touch. Please know that you are in our prayers daily.
Krista, Jim, Bryson and Zachary Maggard
February 19th, 2007 at 9:55 am
Hi Joe,
Lisa and I were going to come visit you this weekend, but we got snowed in here in Indy.
Do you remember Stacy Zook, from when you were going to IBC? she remembers you, and like all of us here, has been praying for you.
She will be finishing her occupational therapy master’s degree in may, and she has been explaining to me what your different exercises are trying to help you do (the ones we’ve read about online).
It’s made me so excited to understand your progress and see how God is continually doing miraculous things.
Keep up your hard work! I believe in you!
anita
February 18th, 2007 at 12:18 am
Hi Joseph,
We are still praying for you. We heard you are at Ft. Sanders now. We haven’t had a chance to come visit since you moved there, I’m sure we will soon. It’s so amazing how God has been performing miracles in your life. I know your situation has touched the heart of many, many people. We hope to see you soon!
Love,
Christy and Courtney
February 17th, 2007 at 8:44 pm
Hello Joseph,
Glad you are getting better. I have not gotten a chance to visit since you left UT Hospital but having been checking on you via the updates. I will continue to pray for your quick and complete recovery. We still talk about you in class (Psyc 434) and laugh when we remember the last class together when you ate the whole can of beef sticks and turned around and laugh when you noticed people in class saw you! Although we only meet the day we were trying to get in Dr. Hutchens class its like I have known you awhile. Take care. If you or your family need anything, please contact me. Tonya
February 17th, 2007 at 6:07 pm
I do not know Joe or his family personally, but my name is Rachel Brown and I am a student at UT. I’m putting Joe on the prayer list at the Wesley United Methodist Foundation on campus and I will be praying for him and his family. I have now realized how powerful prayer truely is. My thoughts and prayers are with you. -Psalm 23-
February 17th, 2007 at 3:44 pm
Hey Joe! Yesterday I was soo Happy to see you. When me and Jessica walk in the room i couldnt help but to smile just because i got to see you. It was the first time I’ve seen you since the wreck. I’ve been soo busy. But when u said mine and Jessica’s names and told us you loved us and missed us ive never felt soo happy. I MISS YOU SO MUCH JOE! And I’m so glad that u are doing soo great with theropy and everything. Well I’ll probably be coming over there monday with Jessica again. Can’t wait to see you. I love you Joe!
Love always,
Kelsey
February 17th, 2007 at 11:35 am
Dear Trantanella family,
I heard from Brendon about Joseph and want to let you know that myself and my family are praying for you and Joseph! We have him on our prayer list here in South Africa too.
It is wonderful that he has made such great progress.
As a therapist I understand the agony of some of the things he has to endure and how tough it is on you as a family to watch him go through it.
Therapy can be hard work, but is essential.
God Bless your family and especially Joseph!
Samantha Buirski (South Africa/Crossville,TN)
February 17th, 2007 at 12:20 am
hey Joseph!! just letting you know that i am praying for you and that i love you!! your such an amazing person and keep fighting!! i have faith that God can heal you!!! love you Joe!! and cant wait to see your smiling face!! *Kendra*
February 16th, 2007 at 4:12 pm
From Crossville Realty, Inc., in Crossville, Tennessee….. you are in our prayers. We are not saying that just in passing; your name and your needs will be lifted up each time we pray. Get well soon! God Bless.
(P.S. We are all friends of Jason and the Wyatts)
February 16th, 2007 at 1:39 pm
Joesph I was one of the firefighters that was on site at you wreck I was in the back seat with you I just wanted to tell you that me and my family are praying for you and your family..I see from your web site that you are progressing in your recovery and that is great I hope to see you make a full recovery. I will keep in touch buddy you just keep hanging in there.
VFF/1st resp. Dake
February 16th, 2007 at 12:20 pm
Brother Jo,
We have been in prayer for you ever since we heard of your accident. I just want to encourage you to rest in between your therapies, because for God to save you from such an awful accident…………buddy he has BIG PLANS FOR YOU!!!!!! God bless you and keep up the faith!!!!!
February 15th, 2007 at 10:54 pm
Hi Joseph,
I am sooooooooooooooooo excited that you are making progress. I can’t wait until the weather breaks , so that I can come and see you. Everyday, I can’t wait to get home from work to check on you. I pray for God to strengthen you more everyday. I also pray for your mom, because I know from being a mom myself, no one can comfort her and give her peace through this except God. I know that you made her day by wanting to just hear her on the phone. I can’t even imagine her pain. I know the whole family is hurting. My prayers are with all of you. I LOVE YOU AND YOUR FAMILY VERY MUCH. TAKE CARE. GOD BLESS. LOVE , YVONNE WILMOTH
February 15th, 2007 at 9:32 pm
I love you Joe!
~sis
February 15th, 2007 at 7:53 pm
hey Joe! OMG YOUR DOING SOO GREAT! Im soo happy…But Your still in a prayers and blessings! We miss you so much at work doing the schedule haha. But I’m glad your doing good we miss you bunches. GOD BLESS!
I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU!!
Love always,
Kelsey ( SPG from Ruby Tuesdays)
February 15th, 2007 at 4:30 pm
Just wanted to encourage the family…With God all things are possible…I will be praying for you. Joseph…can’t go anywhere yet there are still a lot of people you have to give personality tests to yet….LOL Luv ya and I am praying for you….
February 15th, 2007 at 2:30 pm
David Trantanella Family,
I am sorry for the trials that your family is experiencing. I also have a son named Joseph, That is nineteen and of course driving. We are praying for your recovery and healing. I am also praying for your family.
Avery Yow
February 15th, 2007 at 12:48 pm
Aww Joseph wanting to hear mom’s voice on the phone then going to sleep that is really sweet. That made my heart melt having kids I know how that made your mom feel. Really great that he wanted to hear her voice for comfort before going to sleep that was great. God is working with Joseph and that is awesome God is awesome. I really like this website. I dont know your family or Joseph but I enjoy checking up on him and seeing what God is doing. Its great. Thanks
February 15th, 2007 at 11:40 am
I wanted to send a HELLO to the entire Trantanella family. I love you all so very much. Joseph, the news of your amazing recovery is almost more blessing than I can process in my mind. God is so awesome and wonderful. You have so many friends, family and even strangers praying for you all the time that it must be bellowing through Heaven like thunder. God has heard and answered. Praise the Lord! Mona and David, my heart is so touched by your endless commitment to Joseph and to ALL the others that surround you. You never seem to be as concerned about yourselves as you are about others. What Christlike behavior. During this time when it may be difficult to muster the strength for prayers for yourselves - but assured that others are lifting you up and standing in the gap for you. That’s what Christian brothers and sisters are for. Jenn, what an amazing young lady you are. You have shown so much love and compassion for your brother and so many others during this tremendously tough time. I’m blessed by reading what you write everyday. I love all of you so very much and count it a blessing to be part of your family in Christ. With loving prayers, Gwen
February 15th, 2007 at 2:48 am
I hardly know what to say. I really feel the need to tell you how your family has touched mine, even though you and I have never met. Your father has blessed my family many years ago by taking my brother, Dale Phillips into your family. The kindness and love that he gave to my brother has never been forgotten by me. Dale was not easy to love. Yet, like our Heavenly Father… your father loved unconditionally. Now, my prayer is that God will restore you to your father, as a reward for loving others . I am Dawn Wards sister. Our cousin, Butch Truan helped pull you out of the car. He prayed while he waited with you. I am still amazed at what a small world it is ! I am also amazed at your progress. I know we should never be amazed at God’s grace , but yet I am. My family’s prayers are with you all. I have 4 teenagers, and we are all watching for your homecoming ! You have our love all the way from California. Hug and thank your father for me ! Debbie. Victorville,Calif.
February 15th, 2007 at 1:45 am
Hey buddy,
You were a little (actually, alot) mad at me pretty much all day today. I’m not really sure why, but I know that this is all very painful and frustrating for you. Believe me, it is for us too. I guess it is just in a different way. I’m sorry that you had to spend Valentine’s Day in a hospital room, but hey, I think you got more flowers than me! Well, I love you and I hope each day gets better than the last.
with love,
your sis
February 14th, 2007 at 8:50 pm
Hey Joseph,
Just wanted to stop in here and say Happy Valentine’s Day!
February 14th, 2007 at 8:06 pm
Hey Joe!
Just wanted to say that I’ve kept you in my prayers and I check your website daily. The offer stands when you get ready, I’ll be waiting with a microphone to let you give your testimony on how to persevere through a fiery trial. What a powerful testimony it will be. To God be the glory! Talk to you soon…
God bless,
Colleen : )
February 14th, 2007 at 12:07 pm
HAPPY VALENTINES DAY to you Joseph. You should be the poster boy for Valentines Day because you have the biggest heart. I love you and am thinking of you. Lots of extra love to you from me today. Love Miss Miss
February 14th, 2007 at 4:50 am
Hi Joe,
You don’t know me, but I’m a friend of Emily Green who I think goes to your church. She has created a Facebook group about you and keeps us updated on your progress. I’m glad that you have been moved to the Rehab Center and I wish you the best of luck for a speedy recovery.
-Logan Black
February 13th, 2007 at 9:53 pm
Joseph, you are a real inspiration! I am so happy to hear that you have been moved to the rehab center. This is a huge step and a powerful victory! My heart absolutely leaps at the thought of hearing your testimony when the Lord has brought you through all of this!!
We are praying for you every day and Lindsey and Anna pray for you every night. They keep asking when you will be better and saying they want you back at church. We can’t wait to see you up there singing and praising the Lord again!
Love,
Sis. Nicole
February 13th, 2007 at 2:01 pm
Joseph,
In several months from now when all is said and done, it may be a blessing that you won’t remember much about these days of difficulty and pain. So, I would like to share with you a precious moment we shared together on Sunday evening during my visit with you. I looked into your eyes and placed my hand on my chest and told you how much I loved you. Although you could not speak our eyes made a soul connection. You were able to keep eye contact with me for a long time, and the communication we shared surpassed words. We were both heard. There are few moments in this life that can be looked back on as soul moments and I am blessed to have shared one with you.
I love you so much!
Aunt Leah
February 12th, 2007 at 10:05 pm
Praise the Lord! We’re so glad to hear of your progress and your moving to the rehab center. We know God is going to continue doing great things for you. We wish we could see you, but the distance is too great (especially with 3 kids in a car!). You’re in our thoughts and prayers consistently. All our love and prayers, the Copelins
February 12th, 2007 at 9:10 pm
I am so thrilled with all the progress you are making Joe, I’m so looking forward to hearing many more good reports about you. I’m your Aunt Maria’s friend from Ohio. Our church has had special prayer for you, and I check in on you daily.
Our prayers from Ohio Vicky
February 12th, 2007 at 7:11 pm
Dear Joe and Family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. Stay strong in body and spirit. God bless your wonderful family!
Love,
Steven Rice
Outback Steakhouse
February 12th, 2007 at 5:08 pm
Dear Trantanella Family,
We miss you at the Ken Jo Market on Emory Rd . Joseph Get Well Soon.
Keep it up Joe your doing great. I always stop by to check on you so I can go to work and tell everybody how your doing. We Miss You All ! We Hope For A Speedy Recovery And look Forward To Seeing You Again.
From Amy And Everyone At Ken Jo Market
February 12th, 2007 at 4:13 pm
Dear Joseph,
Barry and I just wanted to let you know that you and your family are in our
prayers. We will put you on our prayer list at church. If there is anything we can do for you just let us
know.
God IS WITH YOU ALWAYS…….
Barry,Robin,Daota,Dylan Thomas
February 12th, 2007 at 4:11 pm
Joe,
I know that this is a hard time during your recovery……but you are such a strong person and you will make it through. Uncle Alan and Uncle David Pelsor stayed with you last night and I know they took good care of you. They love you so much. Your continually in our prayers. Can’t wait to see you again soon!! Hang in there continue to be the fighter that you are.
love you much,
Aunt Rita and Uncle Alan
February 12th, 2007 at 1:49 pm
Joseph,
My name is Kim. I was your nurse when you came in the emergency room. I am so glad that you are doing better. Your strong family support and your faith in God will see you through this. It was my pleasure taking care of you. Good luck with your recovery.
Kim Smith, RN
University of Tennessee Medical Center
February 11th, 2007 at 9:28 pm
Hey Joe,
Your doing great!!!! God will be with you!!!
Much Love,
Stephan
February 11th, 2007 at 8:07 pm
dear joe,
do you remember the last night at Louisiana Senior Camp this summer late in the night and everyone is out under the pavillion and this mom comes up in a car and take everyone for a ride in the parking lot and is doing donuts in the open field?
that is my first memory of you and you were singing some song and everyone was high on jesus and having such a wonderful time. no one wanted camp to end.
well think on these things my little brother and Jesus will see you through these tough times.
we pray for you everyday and you rest in this
we love you
the guidry’s from thibodaux,la
February 11th, 2007 at 6:50 pm
we read joes website everyday and are praying for him nite and day,we know that god is going to completely heal u joe.we will continue to read and pray for u joeseph
February 11th, 2007 at 4:49 pm
Joseph,
We command healing and full restoration over you! This is the reason GOD died for our sins and we refuse to let his death be in vain. Healing and full restoration to you in the name of Jesus.
Your brother’s in Christ
James and Ernie Simpkins
Prayers are going up for the Trantanella family
February 11th, 2007 at 4:30 pm
joejoe,i told my calceler about u ,and she put u on her church’s paer list! u already have lots and lots of people praing for u! now u have a whole other church! i love u! love, jessi
February 11th, 2007 at 12:50 pm
Joseph,
I do not know you but my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I know that our God is the Great Physician and He has an awesome plan for your life. Continue to fight! You are obviously an incredible young man. Peace be with you.
February 11th, 2007 at 11:33 am
Joseph,
Hey!!! Long time no talk! Im so Happy that your getting better with each passing day. You’ve always been a fighter. Wish that I didnt live so far away so I could come visit. But Im going to come there soon. Well Im praying for you and your family. You guys mean a lot to me. Take care and God Bless!
Nic Spurlin
February 11th, 2007 at 4:10 am
hey joseph, i was just up and thinking about you! i was visiting my dad tonight, and he had asked how you were doing, and that conversation led to other topics about God and going back to church, and he even cried! so see, u have know idea the affect you have! u are amazing, and are touching lives everywhere! i miss you, and hope to see you soon!
February 10th, 2007 at 9:14 pm
Many are concerned and praying for Joe at IBC. Much love and prayers.
February 10th, 2007 at 9:09 pm
Joseph and family,
It’s so amazing to see how far Joseph has come along since the day of the accident, that in itself shows you how great and merciful our God is! My prayers and thoughts are with you always!
February 10th, 2007 at 10:03 am
Dear Trantanella Family
David my heart goes out to you and your family.
I hope and pray for you all during this time.
God Bless.
Barry Hensley
February 9th, 2007 at 11:58 pm
Joseph,
I’m sorry that you have to go through this phase of your recovery. I want so bad to help you share the pain. If I could take it away I would. When I hear and see you like this I feel helpless. I pray to God that he dosen’t allow you to remember all of this. It breaks my heart, I’m praying for you!
I love You,
Uncle Danny
February 9th, 2007 at 10:11 pm
Joe: We’re so sorry to hear that you’re in pain and so agitated. Please be strong. You’re going to make it through this. We’ve shared your story with practically everyone we know. So many prayers are going up for you, it’s unbelieveable. Can’t wait to hear a good report of your recovery. Love and prayers, the Copelins
February 9th, 2007 at 9:42 pm
Dear Joseph and family
We are continuing to pray for you. We know this is a long journey for you and your family but God is faithful and He will have a reward for each of you at the end of it.
I will not even pretend I know what you or your family are going through and I hope I never have to but, I do know The One who holds the future and you could be in no better hands.
We pray brighter, healthier, healing days are ahead.
If you are wondering who we are, we are former youth leaders when
Dawn Ward was a teenager. We have seen many miracles and fully expect you, Joseph to among them.
God Bless and Keep you all, Bud and Peggy Chase
February 9th, 2007 at 7:46 pm
Our church is and has been praying for you. You will be in our prayers. God Bless
February 9th, 2007 at 4:40 pm
To the Trantanella family:
I’m still thinking about you every day, and praying for Joseph’s healthy recovery. I haven’t called because I know you have your hands full there at the hospital, and I didn’t want to be a distraction. Please know that you and Joseph are in my thoughts every day.
With love,
Gerry.
February 9th, 2007 at 11:28 am
I’ve heard about your situation, I pray God will hold you and your family in the palm of His hand and keep you close. (from Isle of Wight, England)
February 9th, 2007 at 9:48 am
Dear Joseph & Family,
We are praying for you all during this difficult time.
My daugthers are 6years old & 9years old… they are so
concern for Joseph, they ask how he’s doing all the time.
The Lord has touched many hearts to pray for you all.
May the Lord give you the strength daily to keep going.
Lisa Mann & Family
February 9th, 2007 at 9:33 am
Joseph . . . Like so many others, I too have been praying for your continued progress and recovery. I am a friend and coworker of your Aunt Rhonda’s and her concern for you and your accident have touched us all. It is obvious that God is working out the master plan of your life and he is not finished with you yet. He has great plans for you.
My grandson’s name is Joseph and I would hope when he gets your age that he will be like you — a shining example of a Christian young man.
February 8th, 2007 at 10:20 pm
Joseph
remember this will pass. I pray that God moves quickly. Your in our hearts and prayers. Our family may be too far apart to be in each other’s daily lives. But God is with us both. He has done so much for us. He hears our prayers. There is a host of witnesses about you, and before you.
I fell out of our car when I was four years old. It was going 65 miles an hour. I was taken to a small local hospital. I can still remember being there. I had no broken bones, just a minor concusion and a scraped knee. I actually turned 4 while I was there. I’m now 52. I’ll tell you about more miracles next time I write. With Love Rhonda & Craig
February 8th, 2007 at 9:48 pm
Joseph and Family,
The theme song for this website could not have been anything but ordained by God. Amazing to me that Joseph’s behavior is even being called storming. I just wanted to put the lyrics on here for anyone that might not have listened to the link on the homepage because truly we look to the hills because help is on the way. The storm is almost over in Jesus name. I love you buddy and Joy cometh in the morning.
In this storm
I was sure by now / That You would have reached down / And wiped our tears away / stepped in and saved the day / but once again, I say “Amen,” and its still raining
As the thunder rolls / I barely hear you whisper through the rain / “I’m with you” / And as Your mercy falls / I raise my hands and praise the God that gives / And takes away
I’ll Praise you in this storm / And I will lift my hands / For You are who You are / No matter where I am / Every tear I’ve cried / You hold in your hand / You never left my side / And though my heart is torn / I will Praise You in this storm
I remember when / I stumbled in the wind / You herd my cry / You raised me up again / My strength is almost gone / How can i carry on / If I can’t Find you
As the thunder rolls / I barely hear you whisper through the rain / “I’m with you” / And as Your mercy falls / I raise my hands and praise the God that gives / And takes away
I’ll Praise you in this storm / And I will lift my hands / For You are who You are / No matter where I am / Every tear I’ve cried / You hold in your hand / You never left my side / And though my heart is torn / I will Praise You in this storm
I lift my eyes into the hills / Where does my help come from? / My help comes from the Lord / The maker of Heaven and Earth
I’ll Praise you in this storm / And I will lift my hands / For You are who You are / No matter where I am / Every tear I’ve cried / You hold in your hand / You never left my side / And though my heart is torn / I will Praise You in this storm
February 8th, 2007 at 6:50 pm
Joe,
just wanted to let you know that we are still praying for you here at IBC. You are such a great guy and we believe in the work the Lord is doing in your life. I look so forward to the testimony of the complete work God is going to do! Keep the Faith!
We love you!
Mitch
February 8th, 2007 at 1:28 pm
Joseph, I got a prayer request from Rev & Mrs.Todd Phillips here in California. I just wanted to let you know that we are praying for you here also buddy. You are in great hands with the Lord, rest easy and get better.
Jim
February 8th, 2007 at 12:39 pm
HEY SWEETIE,
I CAME TO SEE YOU LAST NIGHT, WHEN JEN ASKED WHERE AUNT CAROL WAS AND YOU STRETCHED OUT YOUR HAND TOWARDS ME IT MADE MY DAY! YOUR MOM AND DAD SAID YOUR ARE RECOGNIZING EVERYONE WHICH IS GREAT! I AM HAVING SURGERY TOMORROW AT U.T TO PUT MY SHOULDER BACK IN PLACE AND THE SURGEON SAID HE WILL TRY TO GET ME ON YOUR FLOOR, SO HOPEFULLY I WILL FEEL WELL ENOUGH TO COME SEE YOU TOMORROW NIGHT. I KNOW THE LAST COUPLE OF DAYS HAVE BEEN TOUGH AND YOU ARE HAVING ALOT OF PAIN, I HAVE BEEN PRAYING THAT GOD WILL GIVE YOU COMFORT TODAY AND YOU WILL GET LOTS OF REST. HANG IN THER HONEY, I BELIEVE YOU ARE GOING TO BE YOUR OLD SELF PRETTY SOON. I HAVE SEEN SO MANY MIRACLES IN MY LIFE AND OUR GOD IS ABLE!
I JUST WANT YOU TO KNOW HOW BLESSED YOU ARE, YOUR MOM, DAD AND SIS HAVE BEEN WONDERFUL. I’M TELLING YOU THIS BECAUSE I KNOW THEY WON’T. THEY HAVE NOT LEFT YOUR SIDE! I WAS THINKING ABOUT YOUR DAD AND HOW UNBELIEVABLY STRONG HE HAS BEEN, I KNOW THIS WILL NOT SURPRISE YOU AT ALL, I WAS THINKING WHAT A DIFFERENT WORLD WE WOULD LIVE IN IF MORE MEN WOULD BE A MAN LIKE YOUR FATHER. HE HAS COMPLETELY PUT HIS NEEDS ON HOLD, HE HAS HELD UP YOUR MOM AND JEN WHEN THEY WERE DOWN AND DISCOURAGED. I AM SO THANKFUL THAT MY SISTER HAS SOMEONE LIKE YOUR DAD TO SPEND HER LIFE WITH. WELL I LOVE YOU HONEY, AND WILL WRITE TO YOU AGAIN IN A FEW DAYS.
February 8th, 2007 at 12:23 pm
Joseph we just received your prayer request here in California. There is no distance in Prayer. We will be praying for you and your family. He is the God who Healeth Thee. My His strength become your strength.
February 8th, 2007 at 11:12 am
Joseph & Family,
We got the prayer request for you from Dawn Ward, our sister. Always remember, The Lord is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.
We want you to know we have many people praying for you here in California. The tesimony of your faith is touching many lives through this website! May the Lord continue to richly bless you and your family.
February 8th, 2007 at 9:39 am
We hear you’re awfully fidgety. Sorry that you’re so uncomfortable, but you can make it through this. God never puts more on us than we can bear. We pray for your strength and peace and rest. Love and prayers, the Copelins
February 8th, 2007 at 12:37 am
i have a picture of joe and i, and i would really like to send it to you. he came to louisiana this past summer to visit a friend and myself. if you could send me your e-mail address i would love for you and your family to have it. i am praying for you guys and for joe. stay strong.
February 8th, 2007 at 12:03 am
I dont know you, but I saw the group someone made about you on facebook. I am praying you have a speedy recovery. Im sure God has been with you through all this and still is. God Bless.
February 7th, 2007 at 11:07 pm
Joseph,
You dont know me but I play golf with your dad at Holston. My prayers are with you buddy. The Lord our God is the ultimate healer. I know David and the Man of God that he is and know that the Lord is looking out for you Joseph. I will keep you in my prayers and remember that All things are possible through Christ who strengthens us.
Braxton Hunter
February 7th, 2007 at 9:56 pm
We pray for a speedy recovery. Jesus is the healer. We don’t know you personally, but know you through some friends. ——–Jesus, please touch Joseph. Fill his body with your Holy Spirit. God, in the name of your Son Jesus I ask you to heal Joseph. Fill his mind…fill his body…fill his family with your love. In the name of Jesus….amen.
February 7th, 2007 at 9:47 pm
God Bless! We are praying for you.
February 7th, 2007 at 8:08 pm
Hey Joe, I noticed that there have been over 100,000 visits to this website as of today. I have always known how special you were but it’s great to see how many people including strangers know that now. Joseph I know you and it will drive you crazy when you read all of these comments. You will want to contact each person personally, even the strangers to thank them. That’s just who you are. Listen, I can’t do much for you now but I can’t wait for my turn to be helpful to you. So, if you decide to send out some massive mailing to all of your fans (To God be the Glory) then I’ll be glad to lick envelopes (LOL). I love you baby boy. I’m so on the edge of my seat waiting to talk like old times. Love again, Missie
February 7th, 2007 at 6:16 pm
joseph,
You don’t know me but I have been praying for you. I trust and believe that the Lord is working for your good. I pray that angels stand around your bedside to watch over and protect you. It is quite amazing to see all the love and the prayers that are being poured out for you every day. I can see that you are a very special young man. God bless you Joseph
lisa (ohio)
February 7th, 2007 at 3:20 pm
WE ARE SUZIE CAMPBELL’S (BRAD’S WIFE) MOM AND DAD, WE JUST WANT YOU TO KNOW WE ARE PRAYING FOR YOU AND CHECK ON YOUR WEBSITE AMOST EVERY DAY TO SEE HOW THE LORD IS WORKING IN YOUR RECOVERY. OUR HEART GOES OUR TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AT THIS TRYING TIME. WE KNOW THAT GOD WILL BE GLORIFIED IN ALL THIS, WE JUST DON’T UNDERSTAND WHY THINGS LIKE THIS HAPPEN. HANG IN THERE, BUDDY. YOU ARE A FIGHTER AND YOU HAVE A GREAT CHAMPION ON YOUR SIDE.
OUR LOVE AND GOD’S RICHEST BLESSINGS,
J.D. AND WANDA FARMER J.D. USED TO DO WORK FOR YOUR GRANDAD.
February 7th, 2007 at 1:24 pm
Hey Joseph, I have never met you but just wanted to say that I am some of my friends are praying for you, just keep believing and God will take care of you.
God Bless,
Charles
February 6th, 2007 at 5:00 pm
Hi Joseph…
I’ve never met you before, but heard about your horrible wreck. I just wanted you to know that I’m praying for your speedy recovery and hoping that you will soon be back to normal. I’m also thinking of your family because I’m sure they need all the prayers they can get. Good luck and God bless you.
February 6th, 2007 at 3:39 pm
I will be praying for you, Joe. God has you in His hands!
Love,
Sue
February 6th, 2007 at 1:23 pm
I am excited to see about your improvements everyday. I am so thankful to God that he has poured down his healing power on you. I am even more excited to see the future work that God is going to do in your life. I have believed all along that God was going to heal you fully and my faith remains strong in that.
I don’t really have a funny story about Joseph, but the thing that sticks out most to me regarding Joseph is his kindness and acceptance of others. Joseph has such a sweet spirit and is such a genuinely good guy. You don’t find that too often these days.
February 6th, 2007 at 12:02 pm
Joe, I love you but you’re driving me crazy! You are being so squirmy! I’m sure that is good though. I’ll be glad when you go to the rehab center. Twenty days in the hospital is 20 too many! I’m sure you are tired of being here too. Your room is covered in cards and flowers. You’ll be able to read them all soon! Love you!
your sis
February 6th, 2007 at 11:12 am
I was writing this again so you could see it again if you haven’t already i am glad your doing better hope to see you again sometime.
JoE,
I don’t know you alot but I do know you are really funny and can think of great things playing Grandfather, like che che chepindales rescue rangers lol. Wonder if Melina or you remember that. It was fun and the mac n cheese was OK in a way everything but the milk (funny.) I hope to see you again and your in my prayers.
Hannah
February 6th, 2007 at 10:44 am
Dear Joe,
I have been tracking your recovery every day and have been praying for you. You are a very special person for the LORD to be placeing you on so many hearts to pray for you.
We Love You ,
Thibodaux Christian Academy
February 6th, 2007 at 12:50 am
Dear Mona, David, Jen, and Joseph;
My daughter told me to look at this site and read about a young man that she knows only in passing. I have visited the site several times and put Joseph on our prayer list at church several weeks ago, and will do so again on Wednesday. I am so glad to hear that his progress is moving in the right direction..Or Lord Jesus Christ is a healer and the glory to God for answering everyone’s prayers. I lost a son and it was very hard for me, I could only imagine what your feeling with just the thought. I am so grateful to or Lord Jesus Christ for putting his healing hands on Joseph. Your a wonderful family and have many supporters and even strangers praying for your family. See what Lord Jesus has done for you family for having all trust in him and the faith that you show everyone around you. May god bless you and may Joseph be up and telling his story soon…Your all in my prayers.
February 5th, 2007 at 10:19 pm
Hey Joseph! I am so glad to hear you are getting better every day. I think alot about you and your happy, joyful attitude. I know this time of recovery will be hard for you, b/c you are so used to helping everyone else. Remember in class when you kept your “group” going with encouragement and persistence! I always appreciated how very much you loved other people and how interested you were to learn everything about relationships. I also admire how your “world view” is so full of grace and acceptance. I always looked forward to seeing you in class. So when you get all better, call me! We’ll do lunch and catch up!
February 5th, 2007 at 9:16 pm
Hey Joseph, I do not know you personally, but I just want you to know that my family and I are still praying for a miracle and praying for you and your family.ACS Student Khyarah Harris
February 5th, 2007 at 7:57 pm
joseph,
we have been keeping up with your recovery through jason. we ask about you daily.
we pray for your safe recovery, and hope to see and visit soon when you can have company. we love your family and are praying for them also.
love, boyd,camilla wyatt
February 5th, 2007 at 5:22 pm
HEY SWEETIE,
I am sorry i haven’t been to the hospital in several days. I am coming to see you tonight. I love you lots honey, and I can’t wait to see you! God is working a miracle in your life, you are going to have an explosive testimony! Jessi and Cricket miss you bunches and if they are allowed will be up to see you in a few days. I love you!
Aunt Carol
February 5th, 2007 at 5:13 pm
Hello! I don’t know Joe personally, but I have been getting seemingly daily updates from Nicole on everyonesconnected.com. I’ve tried very hard to remember where I met Nicole, but I don’t remember & I don’t think I’ve ever met Joe. However, reading about his progess and receiving the constant e-mails has helped develope a deep concern for him in my heart. I’m former UPC and I believe in prayer. It works, even though it may not always work in the way we want or expect it to. I don’t even know what happened to Joe to put him in the physical state he is in now. I suppose I could write Nicole and ask, but I don’t think I really need to know. I know what his condition is now, which is what I really need to be praying about. I just wanted to let you know that you are in my prayers & I am thinking about you, even though I’ve never met you. I know that God can heal and create miracles & I am praying for Joe’s recovery.
-Crystal Simmons
Salem, Illinois
February 5th, 2007 at 5:13 pm
Hello Joseph, My name is Dale Kulchar, from Athens, Ohio. A friend of yours asked me to pray for you, which I have, and give thanks for God working and healing your body, as well as comforting your family. I will continue to give thanks for your recovery and blessings from above in your life. There is nothing impossible with God. Be blessed, Dale
February 5th, 2007 at 3:09 pm
Hey Joey, I just wont to say hey and we all over here in Maryville are praying for you. I now that God will take care of you and your family.
Love
Isaac Kirby
February 5th, 2007 at 3:06 pm
Hi, I heard about your accident from a friend and we have been praying for your soon recovery since then. Every morning I come to work , log in on my computer and go straight to your website to check on how you are doing. Then I say a prayer for you and your family before I go on with my work. As a youth leader in my church I can only imagine what it has been like for you but the wonderful part is that from everyone else’s comments about your walk with God I know that God will use this to make the youth in your church stronger and your family grow closer.
God Bless you!
February 5th, 2007 at 2:53 pm
Hey Joe! I’m so excited to hear what an improvement you have made. Nicole has been keeping me up to date on everything and I have finally managed to come on here and read all the details. I wanted to let you know that you are in the hearts and prayers of everyone at IBC and Calvary. I know how strong and crazy you are, so I’m not exactly shocked at your AWESOME recovery! I seen the photo gallary on the site, you better hope I don’t find all those crazy pictures from you IBC days!!
Love and prayers for you and your family,
Felicia Roberts
February 5th, 2007 at 2:45 pm
JOE!
You’re very own ROOM!!! How awesome! I can’t even tell you how excited I was when I got that text! God is SOOO good!!! We’re gonna keep praying for you though and soon you’ll be right back in the swing of things..I just know it! Talk to ya soon!
-Roger
February 5th, 2007 at 2:16 pm
Bro Joe,
Just a note to tell you that Bro Johnny Hammers called and asked that our church pray for you. “Belton Pentecostal Church”, of Belton Ky. We serve a great Lord and Savior. I know first hand,, as he recently brought me through a critical incident. Bro Joe, you will continue to be in our prayers. As I have scanned some of the above letters to you, you are so loved by many, and seem to be quite special and unique.
God Bless you and your family, we will pray for them as well.
Bro & Sis foster
February 5th, 2007 at 2:01 pm
Hello Joseph, I have never met you but I grew up with your dad and aunts. My family and I are praying for you everyday. I am glad to see you are doing better. You are one special guy. I see you are very muched loved by your family and friends. This is something to always keep with you. Keep the faith and our prays from Ohio are with you too. With all my thoughts and prayers Dana Adkins (Dana Edwards, One of the KECK CLAN)
February 5th, 2007 at 1:54 pm
Joe,
I am so excited that you are doing well. One crazy memory I have of you is “the what” game. Once you learned how to play that annoying game, you always wanted to play. I remember being in my office and hearing you guys in the student lobby saying “this is the pen, the what, the pen, the what, the pen, oohh the pen!” It was crazy. I am still waiting for you to come visit. You told me when you left that you would come and visit. I have yet to see you in these hallways again. Bring mastermind with you when you come. The challenge is on.
God bless,
Sis. Heather
February 5th, 2007 at 1:31 pm
Hey, Joe, I’m so excited that you’re in your own room now and improving one step at a time.
You know what I’ve been thinking about? How you always used to compliment me on a new outfit or a new hairstyle. You did that for every girl; I think you realized how silly girls can be, worrying about how we look, and you wanted us to feel good about ourselves.
There were several times when you told me that it looked like I’d lost weight (sometimes when I knew I hadn’t) and it always made me feel AWESOME.
Lisa and I are coming to see you on the 17th (lisa has to work on the 10th, so we couldn’t come then).
See you soon!
February 5th, 2007 at 1:12 pm
Joseph,
Do you know why you have always been one of my favorite people? It’s not just because you are extremely intelligent, or immensely talented with singing, writing, and acting. Those are the qualities that I have always appreciated about you.
It’s not because I baby sat you when you were little. (Although you guys were completely adorable.) Even though you did like that little plastic pool a little too much. It’s not even because we are related, although I am glad we are.
You have this innate way of making other people feel completely special and loved. Most people spend their time trying to convince the world that they are worthy of some type of admiration for what they contribute to everyone around them. Instead you give people the reasons why they are special and unique themselves.
There is a quote that I love from Mia Angelo… “It’s not what you do or say to other people that they will remember. What they’ll remember is the way that you make them feel.”
You have made so many people feel loved and important. That is a quality that some people never develop.
Now I want to say that on a lighter side, I have been looking for this book that I told you that you could borrow…I still haven’t found it. (I will though) But I did find that I have two of your books and I am holding them hostage. Really I am.
I would like to leave you with a funny story, well at least a story. It is not a story of cake batter or cookies. It is not the story about the time you were like three years old and streaked back to that little plastic pool after I had just gotten you dressed. It is not about you and Jenny convincing us to order pizza when you weren’t supposed to have it. It is a Christmas story.
I was decorating your “white Christmas tree”. Nothing was really where I could find it. You had some friends coming in from out of town and your mom was really trying to get everything in order. So we just stayed the night. Danny and the kids went on to bed as I was decorating and you stayed up talking to me. I kept asking you if you were tired but you denied it. We talked about all kinds of stuff. I had a great time talking to you. Then about 4:00 or maybe a little later, I finished up and it was too early to get my kids up. So, we said “goodnight”. Then later in the morning when we started to leave I asked Mona if you were still sleeping. She told me that you went to school and that you had a test!
I never found out if you passed that test or not. I hope so!
We love you Joseph,
Terina, Hannah, and Zion
February 5th, 2007 at 11:08 am
Hello and WELCOME BACK!
I absolutely praise the Lord that you are in your own room, that you are beginning your interactive journey back, and that you will soon know how much you are loved and how you have inspired so many.
My favorite memory…well, this is especially for your reading ’cause this memory will stay for me the rest of my days; you were the star!
First day of class for 434 - what a chore it was getting to HSS and I had been making the journey (by bus) for 45 minutes, running late, and feeling frustrated and helpless. I walked into the hallway outside the classroom and there you were, with several of the wonderful folks of a class of two past. But YOU were the lift of my spirits and joy of my night. You leapt up like you were doing a Toyota commercial and led everyone in a cheer and applause. You made me feel loved and appreciated in the middle of the stress of “one of those days.” You turned my day into one I could celebrate and I thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Now, to get you back to class…ok, don’t rush it; you will always have a seat in my class and a place in my heart! Thank you, Joseph!!!
TH
February 5th, 2007 at 10:34 am
Hey Joe!!
I am so glad to hear the news that your in your own room and doing so much better!! I’ve been looking through some old photos and came across some from Madisonville camp! We’ve had some AWESOME times there!! I can still see you in the front shouting!! We always have such a powerful move of God in those services! I also enjoyed going to the hotel on friday night and getting into trouble! lol Remember when the security guy got on to us for being in the hallways and being loud! And Jennifer went into the lobby of the hotel with a pair of nylons on her head! HAHA Ohhh good times!!! I can’t wait to get together again and make some more memories!! Missing you bunches JOE!
Love ya,
Melissa M.
February 5th, 2007 at 10:02 am
Hey there Joseph. Heard you got a private room. I’m sure you are happy about that. “Thank You Jesus for what you have done. You are worthy of all our praise. You are a compassionate, caring, loving God. You are a non-failing God, and we glorify you for that. Thank you Jesus for keeping your hands on Joseph, family and friends. We love you, in Jesus name, Amen.”
I have been scrolling through, reading all the beautiful things that people have written about you. You have touched soo many lives with your personality and heart. Don’t ever let that go Joseph. You have many people who love you for you. Who couldn’t pass up on that handsome smile right? Hear you’re quite a joker. Perhaps I can come around more often ( I love to laugh ). Stephan and Gavin love you and Jenn to no end! I wanna go to Pigeon Forge too! lol. I’ll hollar at ya later. Get some rest and I will talk with you soon. Love you bunches.
February 5th, 2007 at 8:04 am
Good Morning Joe
Praise the Lord for your progress! I am so happy you are making
such tremendous progress, you’ve came through so much what a miracle
and how fortunate we are to still have you with us. I know this is a hard time for you and you will have some hard times ahead, but look to where
you came from. You are so loved and having the support of all the people
who love you will get you through. What a testimony you are and think of how much you will have to talk about now. WE all can’t wait to hear to talk and laugh and see you smile again. You inspire me and so many others.
I go to see you as often as I can and I wish I could be with you more, but you are always in my heart, mind and prayers. I check your website constantly, I’ve probably hit it myself 1,000 times. Your truly a living answer to prayer, God isn’t finished with the work in you, your only starting in your young life. I hope we will get to have some fun soon together. Ashley is ever by your side, she loves you so much. Not only is she your cousin, she is your friend. I’ll see you soon. Love you, Joe
Your Aunt Rhonda
February 5th, 2007 at 7:50 am
Good Morning Joseph,
I have no clue who you are. I have never met you in person. But I do know you are a child of God. God has done so much for you and I know you are blessed. God is awesome! I was going to put your name on the Prayer board at our church and someone had already got there before me and I was like who did it and they told me my cousin Amanda Perry did I talked to her sister and Amanda knows you she went to IBC with you. That was cool to hear. I am so excited that you got moved to your very own private room. And your at least trying to write. I am sure it is frustrating to you but don’t give up, you have came a very long way and you have alot of people behind you 100 percent. I don’t even know you personally but through all this I have been encouraged checking in on your progress it’s amazing and I will keep praying for you and your family and maybe some day you will come to Indiana to the Church in New Castle and I will be able to shake your hand and say praise the Lord with you and you can tell your testimony. You will be a living testimony Joseph. Well I guess I will end this note now. I might leave another one for you later. God Bless You. Melissa Smith from New Castle Indiana
February 4th, 2007 at 11:37 pm
Hey Joe! I am so glad to hear that you are doing well. I often think about those few times that you were in Minden. Do you remember the cake tea??? I have yet to find it again. It was so funny watching you drink it. You were like it’s cake but it’s tea…..it’s cake tea! Brittany Jordan and I laugh about that to this day. Also when we were playing mafia and Victor and I were the mafia. I had you completely convinced that I was a towns person. You thought that I was all sweet and innocent!! I miss those times. I can’t wait to see you in Minden again. Now that I know the rules to godfather I really like it. You are such a fun person and everyone in Minden LOVES it when you come and visit!!! Do you remember google earth and 20 questions??? Have a great day Joe and get better! You have so many people praying for you!
February 4th, 2007 at 11:06 pm
We’re so glad to hear how well you’re doing! We were trying to think of favorite moments, and there were 2 themes that ran through them all: music and food. It seems whenever we were all together, it was either because of music (piano lessons) or food (like Stoney cooking hot & sour soup). So, as soon as you’re up and about again, we’ll have to get together and play the piano, and make Stoney cook again. We are so thankful to God for the miracle taking place in your life. Love and prayers, the Copelins
February 4th, 2007 at 10:11 pm
joe,
i’m so excited and thankful that God has brought you to where you are right now!!! i can’t wait to be talking with you and arguing the moral integrity of dr phil again
i’m sure that i’m not the only one who laughed a little when they read about you and the dry erase board. i pictured you standing around the pool table with your jaw wired shut, pointing furiously at your board going “mmm!! mmmmm!!!”
joe i miss you sooo much, i haven’t been up to see you since last wednesday i think, because i’ve been sick
but i know you’re fighting and i know that God is continuing to strengthen you!!
jen- i hope that you’re feeling better!! you’ve been so strong through all of this, i can’t image having to hold up through all this, but you have. youre an awesome friend and it’s incredible to see how strong you’ve stayed for joe and you parents. i love you!!!
-rini
February 4th, 2007 at 10:04 pm
JOSEPH
I HAVE BEEN SITTING HERE THINKING , ABOUT WHEN I FIRST CAME TO EBAC - YOU WERE VERY YOUNG - SO CUTE , WITH THE LITTLE DANCING BROWN EYES - YOU WERE A SWEET LITTLE JUNK EATER - REMEMBER? WHEN I TAUGHT SUNDAY SCHOOL YOU KNEW I ALWAYS HAD GOODIES FOR MY CLASS AND YOU WOULD COME TO ME FOR CANDY AND COOKIES -YOU REALLY LIKED YOUR SWEETS - THAT WAS THE DAYS ! I HAVE BEEN BLESSED IN THE WAY OF SEEING YOU AND MANY MORE GROW UP SPIRITUALLY AND PHYSICALLY - MENTALLY OH WELL !! HA!HA! - YOU ARE A FINE YOUNG MAN AND YOUR LOVE FOR OUR JESUS AND YOUR WORSHIP IS A REAL BLESSING TO ME - I MISS YOUR WORSHIP AND WILL BE GLAD WHEN YOURE BACK WITH US - LOVE &PRAYERS ,
JEANETTE SEXTON
February 4th, 2007 at 9:50 pm
Hey Joe its Amber,
I am so glad you finally got your own room. I was just thinking back about all the great times we have ALL had with you. Especially the night after mom’s graduation, and we stayed up till 3:00 in the morning talking about everything under the sun. We also talked about God and let me just tell you what an insperation and witness you have been to me. I would give anything to have some more time like that with ya. I cant wait till you are talking!!!! Its so hard to see you in the condition, you are such a strong person and to see you in your weakest is just tuff. I couldnt even write all the wonderful memories I have of us, so I will just keep them close to my heart. I cant wait for many more fun times. Love you buddy
Your Cousin
Amber Evans
February 4th, 2007 at 6:08 pm
Joseph,
I’m at church typing this before sunday night service.
I saw you yesterday and I am astounded at your recovery so far. Hannah colored a picture for you and you held it up the best you could to see it, and tried to speak to her. I know you were just trying to say thank you. I didn’t have to hear it. I knew.
It fills my heart with joy to be able to talk to you and have you hear me. There is so many good times ahead. I can’t hardly wait to see what god has in store for us next. Nothing but 100% recovery is what I expect.
THANK YOU JESUS! THANK YOU JESUS! THANK YOU JESUS! THANK YOU JESUS! I CAN’T SAY IT ENOUGH LORD. YOU ARE MIGHTY, WONDERFUL, MERCIFUL, KIND, AMAZING, GLORIOUS. You are the “I AM!!!!” And we are partakers of your bountiful blessings.
I love you,
Uncle Danny
February 4th, 2007 at 6:02 pm
Hi Joseph,
I am so glad that you are in a regular room. I wanted to talk about good times with you. I don’t have a favorite time, because everytime is too much fun and you stay up all night with me and play games, eat junk food and laugh the whole time. I can’t wait to get to do that again. And I know it will be soon. I love you very much and know that you will be talking in no time. I know that you will get a kick out of this. I have tried to tone it down and not be so loud . YEAH RIGHT! HAHA. People like you and I will never be able to do that. HAHAHA.
LOVE ,
YVONNE (Your adopted Aunt_)
February 4th, 2007 at 4:36 pm
Dear Brother Joseph: We are so glad to hear the good news. Ever since we heard about the accident we have been watching your web site for the daily updates. As with Michael Ledbedder……….I stand amazed! God uses broken things to bring the lost sheep into the fold. He no doubt will in this case use your miracle to touch the hearts of many who doubted before. One of my fondest memories of you was when you dedicated a piano solo to me that I believe you wrote. That was many years ago but in my mind I can still see you sitting at the piano, your feet dangling off the bench, playing like a maestro. You are blessed to have a mother and dad who know how to pray and trust God. Keep praying and playing and living your life for Jesus. He still has more for you to do!
February 4th, 2007 at 3:29 pm
SO Happy to read that you are getting better every day…I am sure it is frustrating because things are not happening fast enough for you, but God has a reason for it. Maybe there is someone there who needs to see God working in you. I hope Nicholle’s teddy is a source of comfort–it is one of her favorites and I can’t BELIEVE she is letting you have it! We are barely allowed to TOUCH it!!!! It may seen like short baby steps in progress, but six months from now when you will probably be walking and goofing off, you can look back and say, WOW! God did all that is such a short time! It just seems like eternity while you are going through it, though. Be cheered by all your friends and family who love you and want to be there for you. Hey—since you got your own room, can you decorate???? LOL
Love, Nicholle’s Mom, Kenni Stoller
February 4th, 2007 at 12:52 pm
Hey,
I don’t know you alot but I do know you are really funny and can think of great things playing Grandfather, like che che chepindales rescue rangers lol. Wonder if Melina or you remember that. It was fun and the mac n cheese was OK in a way everything but the milk (funny.) I hope to see you again and your in my prayers.
Hannah
February 3rd, 2007 at 10:49 pm
I wanted to extend my love and prayers to Joseph and the family. Today was a day of great news…..moved into his own room….God answers prayer…….I live in Newland and attend the Church of Jesus Christ, Pastor Dave Atkins. I just found out about the website today. God is a prayer answering God and my love and prayers are going your way.
February 3rd, 2007 at 10:30 pm
LOV U GET BETTER
February 3rd, 2007 at 9:20 pm
joseph,
what great news today. prayers can make all things happen!!! hang in there big guy. rhonda and stan
February 3rd, 2007 at 8:47 pm
Hi Joseph,we’re so glad to hear you are getting moved to your own room, that the doctors are happy w/your progress. I’m sure they know by all your family an friends, that this is God at work in an awesome and wonderful way! We pray for you every day, every time we think of you and your family, which is alot! We love and pray for you. Our God is an awesome God! Amen!
February 3rd, 2007 at 8:45 pm
What a blessing and answer to many prayers to read Joseph has been moved out of critical care and into a room! God is so good!
February 3rd, 2007 at 3:09 pm
Joseph,
It is amazing to see the response for you. I faithfully view the website multiple times daily. My wife, whom has not met you or your family, is guilty of the same. We’re pulling for you, Joseph. We are keeping you and your family in our prayers. God bless you!
February 3rd, 2007 at 2:09 pm
You are in our thoughts and prayers. I hope you make a speedy recovery.
God bless you.
February 3rd, 2007 at 12:17 pm
I just wanted to take a moment and send my thoughts and prayers. We answer a lot of emergency calls and try to not let them affect us on a personal level; however, no matter how hard we try, some calls do. My partner and I have called the hospital and tried to get information to see how Joseph was doing. He has been in our thoughts and prayers since his accident, and will continue to be until he recovers. God Bless you and your family in your time of need. Lieutenant Libby Hughes and Firefighter/Paramedic Jeff Clark. RMFD Engine 231 (Powell)
February 3rd, 2007 at 4:41 am
Hello, I have never met you but thanks to the wonders of Facebook I have been connected to you and this tragedy and I am deeply saddened to read about the events that took place and the circumstances. But I am even more moved by the outcome and the support and compassion by your friends and family. It is obvious God is at work and I will lift up my prayers for you and hope everything turns out for the best. God Bless You and God Bless your friends and family.
February 2nd, 2007 at 10:35 pm
i pray every night for u since i heard about the crash.sorry ill be praying 4 u hope to see u at missies chuch1c ya
February 2nd, 2007 at 8:50 pm
Hey man,
You are such a special memory of Lighthouse campmeeting for us!! We remember you worshipping and singing and your smile lit up our week! Over the years, we have witnessed so many of God’s great miracles right in our Super Church services. It is an easy thing for God to bring you out and lift you up to become an even greater testimony for His glory! On the other side of “through”, you can look back at what God can do. A grain of mustard seed is all that is required for a great miracle and instant healing, but it takes an even greater faith to go through hell and back to claim your healing. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We want your family to know that the Crouchs still remember your smiling face and are praying for your recovery. God is in control.
February 2nd, 2007 at 6:59 pm
Joseph, I am Scott Hall’s aunt, we (all of Scott’s family) are praying for you. We don’t know you, but you must be a truly wonderful person, you have come from a wonderful family. Your family has been a blessing for us…it is hard to put into words how much we appreciate them. I think about you and Scott all the time, I lift you both up to the Lord every time I think about you. I really believe the Lord has a special blessing and healing for both of you.
February 2nd, 2007 at 5:38 pm
My family and I are praying for you and your speedy recovery. God is able.
February 2nd, 2007 at 2:27 pm
My husband was the man who came upon the wreck on Bishop road that afternoon and called 911 to report the wreck, as he was the first on the scene. We have been so worried about Joseph. Shane thought that it was Joseph the day it happened, because we used to live down the street in Landon Park. For what seemed like a lifetime, but was just minutes, he stood outside Joseph’s car window praying and telling him that “Help was on the way and to just hold on!!” until the ambulance got there. He wanted so bad to open the door and just help and hold him, but knew that he couldn’t. He waited until the ambulance left to leave the scene, feeling totally helpless. Please know, Joseph and your family have constantly been a topic of prayer and conversation for our family. We will continue to pray for GOD’s Hand to hold Joseph’s hand during this time and give his peace and strength.
Joy Nicely
February 2nd, 2007 at 2:20 pm
Joseph,
I am saying a prayer for you that God will heal your broken body and that God will be with your friends and family and comfort them as they continue to support you and be by your side.
In Christ,
Tami
February 2nd, 2007 at 1:56 pm
Dear Joseph,
My sister(Jeanette Sexton),and my Mother(Etta Daugherty), both attend church with you. They have been keeping me posted on how you’re doing. I want you to know that they wish you all the best and that I too hope you are in top condition soon! We will continue to pray for you, because therein lies our power. God Bless You and your entire family! In God’s Love,A Catholic friend, Alma G.
February 2nd, 2007 at 12:38 pm
Hi Joseph,
I heard about you through a homeschool group and I have been praying for you every day! Our church Souls’ Harbor Apostolic Church in Walnut, MS has also been praying for you. We have a young man who shares your first name and he stood in prayer for you on sunday. Our Pastor Rev. Jesse Cutrer was out of town on sunday and he just found out about your accident today. He will post you a note probably later. I can tell by looking at your site that many people love and care about you and are also praying for God to do great things for you. May God continue to bless you everyday!
February 2nd, 2007 at 11:07 am
hey joe..i’m sorry i haven’t been up to visit you since monday. it feels like forever since i have seen ya. i have been feeling really bad in my neck & back. i already feel like an old lady. i have been keeping track of you online 24/7. i hate that you are having to go through so many surgeries. your body is so worn out i’m sure. but you have been so strong and i know you will continue to keep fighting. your family has been so awesome and tireless through it all. i’m so proud of you and just keep fightin joe!! i hope to see you soon….
February 2nd, 2007 at 10:19 am
Hey Joseph,
All of us in Sidney, Ohio are praying for you and your family. I always stay updated on how you are doing and it’s good to hear that your doing better:). I pray for you everyday. ~To Joseph’s family: Just keep up your faith and know that people all over are praying for you and Joseph.
God Bless You All,
Heather
February 2nd, 2007 at 10:02 am
Good morning Joe.
Nicholle just texted me that you are going in to surgery right now, so I wanted to let you know I will be praying for you while I sit at my desk and work.
I know God is doing great things, and He will use this trial to make you and your family pure gold in His eyes.
I’m praying we all let patience have its perfect work right now.
Love you all.
anita
February 2nd, 2007 at 9:32 am
Hi
Glad to hear Joe is still fighting. God is by his side always. The bible says
ask and you shall recive. We are all asking and waiting for Joe to come home God is going to bring him home. Always remenber this. I saw it on a sign where a man was building a bulding. GOD IS MY STRENGHT, VISION IS HIS GIFT, THERE IS NOTHING TO FEAR, THERE IS ONLY ONE WAY, GODS WAY, LET HIM LEAD THE WAY. I think of that with Jos. God bless you all
Barbara
February 2nd, 2007 at 8:54 am
I’ll never forget your speech at N.C.S.C. You and your family have always been a blessing and inspiration to our kids and school. We are praying for you daily and will have special prayer during your surgery today. May God do a miracle. We are separated by distance yet together in Spirit.
February 2nd, 2007 at 2:08 am
Hey Joe! I haven’t talked to you in forever. We used to work together at Ruby Tuesday. You were always such a great friend to me at work. I wish we hadn’t lost touch. I just heard about your accident yesterday when I heard Colleen on WIVK ask that everyone pray for your recovery. I figured out that you were the friend Nathan Millstead had mentioned was in the hospital, so tonight at work I asked Nathan about how you have been doing, and he told me about your website. I just want you to know that I have been praying for you. You are one of the strongest Christians that I have had the chance to get to know!
God Bless!
-Ashley-
February 1st, 2007 at 11:17 pm
Dear Joseph, David, Mona and Jennifer,
Jennifer we hope you are on the road to recovery! May God strengthen and rid your body of this virus because I can tell from all of your notes and the pictures that Joseph must be so strengthened by your presence.
“I tell you the truth, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, move from here to there and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.”
Matthew 17:20-21
Your faith Joseph and your families are so evident on this sight Joseph that I know those mountains are beginning to crumble. Move mountain!!! One day at a time. I know the God who can blanket the earth with the sense of pureness of snow (or not! ha!) can reach down and place the power of His healing hands upon you bringing you back to all He created you to be!
Our prayers continue!
Love,
Linda and Wes
February 1st, 2007 at 9:37 pm
Hey Joseph, I heard the infomation and I’m praying for your surgery tomorrow and I’m still praying for your recovery. David,Mona,and Jennifer I am still praying and have faith in Joe and alot of hope.
God Bless You,
Ashley Evans
February 1st, 2007 at 9:27 pm
I received the invite to join his group on the facebook, then I came here and read about it. I really hope he recovers well. He seems to be a nice kid and for his parents, me being a brand new daddy I know how much it hurts to see your own kid hurt…God bless you all and keep the prayers, he will answer it.
February 1st, 2007 at 9:07 pm
Joseph and family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
God Bless You.
February 1st, 2007 at 8:51 pm
Hey joes the night i got the phone call from mom i was in class. i immediatly left class and headed to the hospital. all i could think about was what would life be with out joe. it was hard to think about i started to cry. joe you have always been like a big brother to me. you were the one who begged my parents to let me go to madisonville and nyc and louisiana camp. you were the one who gave me the drive to want to play volleyball. i remember those days you would drag me out to the volleyball court to practice my spiking. lord you would make me so mad cause you would not stop until i got it right. lol we have had alot of goodtimes together. i will never forget you one of the very first person there when my dad died. and i will never forget our first big fight i was so mad at you but now that i think about it it was hilarious. well buddy i will be here until you get better. the first time i saw you i cried its hard to see such a spirited person layin up in a bed in that condition. but i now you will be ok. i have been here everyday to see you and you look so much better everytime i see you. well joes i love you and i miss you and im praying for you. ill see you tomorrow.
* Ambs *
February 1st, 2007 at 6:34 pm
Dear Joe, David, Mona, and Jennifer,
I praise God for your testimony during this amazingly difficult time. You seem to be pointing everyone around you to Jesus, our only hope and yet all the hope we need. Our family was in very similar circumstances one year ago when my brother, Jeff, was in a terrible accident. I read through every update on Joseph and was reminded of going through the same things with Jeff. Dr. Abel is a wonderful, compassionate doctor. I like that he doesn’t try to speak for God, who has the final say. There were other doctors who gave very grim reports about Jeff, but Dr. Abel always gave us hope. Jeff has had a long recovery, but is doing very well. My encouragement to you is to keep believing and never give up. Our God is faithful. He has taught me so much through Jeff’s situation and continues to overwhelm me with his grace and mercy. I know God is already using Joseph’s life to bring Him glory and I believe He will use your family in many ways. If I can be of any further help or encouragement to you, please contact me. Lifting you to the Father,
Christi McGinnis
February 1st, 2007 at 5:41 pm
Hey Joesph! A Couple Of People At Church Has Mentioned Your Name In Prayer And Have Told Us Of This And I Just Wanted To Let Yall Know That Everyone Here At Souls’ Harbor Apostolic Church In Walnut, Mississippi Is Praying For You And I Know That The Lord Will See You Through! Our Lord Is Awesome And Holy He Is Great And Greatly To Be Praised And He Is Going To See You Through! May God Continue To Bless You And Know That Our Church Is Praying For You.
~~Jennifer~~
February 1st, 2007 at 1:15 pm
hey Joe!! i just wanted you and your family to know that you are continuously in my prayers!! i wish i could have come to visit you with Megan, but i had to work. i hope i can come visit you soon! love ya!!
Danelle
February 1st, 2007 at 12:10 pm
Hey Joseph. Your Aunt Leah is an old friend of mine from a church I used to go to. I found out about your accident through a prayer request from another friend of hers. Just imagine the network of people that God has enabled on your behalf. How can you not succeed?!?!? I have asked the prayer team at my own church to pray for your complete recovery and they are keeping it up front so that people remember from day to day. I hope someday to be able to hear the entire story of how God delivered you and brought you to a place of blessing and ministry. My guess is that He will give you a platform to minister to many many people before Jesus returns. Many blessings and grace to your and your family.
February 1st, 2007 at 11:35 am
Joseph,
I met you and your family a long time ago when your dad first started building homes in Knoxville. I know at the time what a wonderful, loving family you were fortunate enough to be born to. When you get well enough to read all your E-Mail, you are going to know that you are one of the most loved and cared for young man in the world. We are all praying for you and pulling for your quick and total recovery.
Love in Christ,
Sylvia
February 1st, 2007 at 4:19 am
I have prayed for Joseph and the Lord will heal him and he will recover. In Jesus’ precious name! Amen!
be faithful and remember that your strength lies in the Lord and not yourselves!
God Bless
February 1st, 2007 at 12:54 am
At Edgefield United Methodist Church in Piney Flats, Tn. we had approx. 150 in attendance this past Sunday. I briefly explained Joseph’s condition and we prayed for his continued and full recovery. We know that prayer is without a doubt the most powerful tool available to us. God Bless all of you , Annette (Jamie and Jeremy’s Mom)
January 31st, 2007 at 11:31 pm
I was just reading all of the entries and I am amazed by the compassion that flows through each comment. Joseph you are loved and God has allowed you to touch so many lives-directly and indirectly. Everytime my heart goes to prayer, I call your name. Every small “step” you make is a great testimony to what God can/will do. Keep on keepin’ on:)
….”And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.”
Romans 8:28
January 31st, 2007 at 11:30 pm
Joje, I love you so much and wish I could just just talk to you. I want to keep my message light-hearted so I will recap one of our hospital visits for you. It was me that was in the hospital with toxemia before Olivia was born. You would come and see me every night and I would worry about how I looked and stuff b/c I had been on bed rest for quite some time. Full bed rest with only sponging off in the bed. I looked pretty ruff but you never seemed to notice. Now, it’s true that it could be said that you look pretty ruff. But now I understand. When you love someone, they’re beautiful regardless. Just getting to see you makes my heart skip a beat. You are one of the most beautiful human beings I know and God is confirming that with all of the outpouring of love from complete strangers. By the way, I felt horrible and your visits were rather long and included personality test after test…so guess what, it will soon be payback time. I love you baby boy, Miss Miss P.S. You are still my prince Joje and Jen is still my princess Jenn-Jenn. You take care too Jenny
January 31st, 2007 at 9:12 pm
Dear JOSEPH,
I want to tell you I’m still praying and each day I want to know the update. Mona,David,and Jennifer I want you to know I am so sorry about Joseph. Joseph I miss you so much your just so kind and caring. Thankyou for being so nice and caring..(I’m still praying and have you in my mind alot. It seems GOD reminds me through out the day to pray.
God Bless You,
Ashley Evans
January 31st, 2007 at 8:13 pm
Joey, I don’t really know you and you don’t know me, but I heard about your wreck and I just want you to know that I am praying for you. Our God is a MIGHTY GOD and able to do what the doctors don’t think can be done and is impossible. He is a Healer!. All it takes is FAITH. I hope that you have a speedy recovery. God Bless!
Love and Prayers,
April
January 31st, 2007 at 7:34 pm
For my little brother in Christ…. While we don’t know each other, I received a request for prayer on your behalf today. I promise to pray, God promises to answer. Joseph, I pray your days in the hospital bed are really your days resting in the palm of His hand. That either day or night, you are dwelling in the shadow of His wings. I pray for the gift of knowledge and wisdom for your care staff in the hospital. I pray for complete restoration and healing throughout your body, mind and spirit. I pray for abundant peace for you and your family during His time at work in you. I know what a faithful God we serve…nothing is impossible for Him! I will pray and check in on youO:) In Christ, Michelle
January 31st, 2007 at 6:16 pm
Joe keep up the good fight. I have worked in th ER for 7 yrs now and seen a lot of miracle so i know you can come out of this just fine.
Mark
January 31st, 2007 at 5:48 pm
Hey Joe! I saw you yesterday a little while after your surgery. It is so hard to be so close to you and still be so far away from you. I can touch you with my hands, but I miss being touched by you with your personality, your laugh, that little pat you used to give me on my shoulder and say “Now now, Elanor…” If your nurse hadn’t been looking, I would have grabbed you and given you the biggest hug ever and wouldn’t have let you go. I was thinking the other day that I would give anything and everything for you to get out of that bed and come and be with us again, but then I remembered–the Lord already did. And I believe with all my heart that He’s bringing you back to us, Joe–in His own time.
Jenn–if you read this, I love you and I’m so proud of how you’ve been holding up through all of this. I hope you and your mom feel better.
I love you, Joe! See you tomorrow!!
~Lainers~
Oh, a friend of mine from Santiago, Chile posted on Monday’s update, so here’s the translation…
“I would like to send a warm greeting to Joseph and his family on behalf of the Church of God Voice in the Desert of Chile. And although I don’t know you all personally, there is One that unites us, and that is our Lord Jesus. And it is that that moves me to pray for you, Joseph. All of us in the youth group are praying for you, and you will be a living testimony of how God can do great and marvilous things in someone like you. And I believe that in this moment, you are being an instrument in the hands of God for His purpose. Do not lose faith at any moment, or feel alone. Remember that here at the end of the world (Chile) you also have many brothers and sisters in the Faith pleading for your recuperation.”
BLESSINGS
January 31st, 2007 at 5:11 pm
Joe, I haven’t been able to see you yesterday or today because I’ve been really sick and I don’t want you to catch anything. It’s so hard to not be able see you. I want to be there for you and comfort you every minute of the day. I’m sorry that I haven’t been there, but I wanted you to know that I love you and I miss you. Everyday I think about different things we’ve talked about or done together. I miss those times with you so much. I just want to talk to you, it’s so hard to wait. I love you and I’m missing you every second.
Love,
Jenn
January 31st, 2007 at 3:54 pm
David and family, you are constantly in my thoughts and prayers. It is so awesome to see how many faithful people are praying for your family! I know the Lord will continue to bless you, Elizabeth McDaniel
January 31st, 2007 at 3:54 pm
Hey Joe! It’s me again. I have been out of town working for a week. I’ve been away from the internet so I have been anxiously waiting for today to come so I could check up on your condition!! I was hoping that you would have been 100% healed by now, but it looks like you still have a ways to go. You are such an awesome person and it just breaks my heart to know that you are still hurt. You are on my heart and mind continuously! I want so badly for you to just get up out of the bed and walk out of the hospital!! I have been praying for you and your family through out each day. I just wanted to leave you with my favorite verse, it’s one that has gotten me through so much in life and it is Isaiah 41:10 and 13 It says:
10: FEAR THOU NOT; FOR I AM WITH THEE: BE NOT DISMAYED; FOR I AM THY GOD: I WILL STRENGTHEN THEE; YEA, I WILL HELP THEE; YEA, I WILL UPHOLD THEE WITH THE RIGHT HAND OF MY RIGHTEOUSNESS.
13: FOR I THE LORD THY GOD WILL HOLD THY RIGHT HAND, SAYING UNTO THEE, FEAR NOT; I WILL HELP THEE.
So Joe, I am claiming that verse for you. I believe Jesus is there with you holding your right and saying I WILL HELP THEE! And you might not be able to believe that at this moment with the medication on board, but I will believe it for you!! I know that Jesus is going to bring you through this. I don’t have a single doubt about it!! Please know that the Minden UPC is praying for you! We are all believing together that you are going to be completely restored! I will be fasting and praying for you this week. And I really can’t wait to play mafia and godfather with you again!!! Take care bud. I will be checking for updates around the clock. I am expecting to hear great news from here on out! Get some rest and know that there are thousands upon thousands of people praying for you, even the churches in HOLLAND!!!!!! You are one popular fellow. I bet you never realized how much you are loved!
Brandi Wallace
Minden, LA
January 31st, 2007 at 2:44 pm
JUST A NOTE TO JOSEPH AND THE ENTIRE FAMILY: WE WAN YOU GUYS TO KNOW THAT WE ARE PRAYING AND FASTING AT THE LAFOLLETTE CHURCH FOR JOSEPH’S CONTINUED REVOVERY. GOD IS TRULY DOING THINGS BEYOND WHAT WE CAN SEE. WE HOPE YOU ALL KNOW THAT YOU ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS DAILY AND WE LOOK FORWARD TO HEARING OF MORE IMPROVEMENT AND GOOD NEWS.
GOD BLESS,
BRO AND SIS RITCHEY AND A.R.M.E.D. YOUTH OF LAFOLLETTE
January 31st, 2007 at 2:44 pm
Dear Trantanella Gang -
Prayers for each and every one of you! You are all constantly in mine and my families thoughts. We are praying and EXPECTING complete and total healing for Joseph!
Love and God Bless,
J.J.
January 31st, 2007 at 2:11 pm
Dear Mona, David and Jennifer,
Tommy and I have been keeping up with your nightmare each day. I am so glad that you have other arrangements other than chairs in the waiting room. I wish we could do more physically, but from this distance please know that you are all in our thoughts constantly and in our prayers daily.
Love
Sylvia
January 31st, 2007 at 1:43 pm
Joseph, We have been keeping up with your progress everyday. We were elated to know that you can communicate through body language. I often find myself thinking of your kindness and your thoughtful nature. You are always such a joy to talk to and you have such a compassionate heart. We pray for you each and everyday and wait for God to continue to heal your body. My heart has truly been touched my all the love that surrounds you.
David, Mona and Jennifer I haven’t seen you this week but know that you all are in our prayers continually. Joseph your a miracle in the making now we just have to take one day at a time. Ashley wants you to know that she has asked friends at her school to pray for you and she is thinking of you everyday.
Love and prayers,
Jesse, Darla, Daniel and Ashley
January 31st, 2007 at 12:46 pm
Hey Joseph!,I’m Jodi’s father and wanted to let you know my wife Karen & I have been praying & keeping up with the good progress our Good God has given you.We have every confidence in your full & complete recovery.The response of the family of God to your need is just overwhelming.Certainly,” God in us,revealed in us”is never more noticeably true than in times such as these.Grace and Peace,{with continued healing}be yours from The Lord Jesus.Amen,Amen,Amen!!!
January 31st, 2007 at 12:29 pm
Joe,
Wow what progress you’ve made over the weekend! I was so glad to read how far you’ve come! God is listening to our prayers Joe!
Like I said before, I hope you hear about all the wonderful people that have been praying for you, and I hope that your parents will tell you about me as you are getting better……just so you know that your story has touched many lives, like mine.
Well buddie, take care and I will visit with you in spirit again and continue to check on you almost everyday!
Your Friend,
~LJ
January 31st, 2007 at 11:34 am
Let the Trantanella family and their faith be a testimony and a reminder to all believers to stay strong in our own faith and to non believers that Joseph is the evidence you were looking for to prove that their is a miraculous GOD!
January 31st, 2007 at 11:34 am
I heard about your accident and conditon while listening to WIVK on Monday and curiousity caught me wondering over to this website. It is wonderful that you are making so muc progress. I wish you a speedy and full recovery. God Bless!
January 31st, 2007 at 11:23 am
I am so thankful that you are making such wonderful progress. Everyday I update my 2 kids and my husband of how you are doing. Last night I was telling my husband about you getting a new Ipod and he had a wonderful suggestion. He said that maybe your family can record messages to you on the Ipod that would play between songs since they can’t be with you continually. Nothing is sweeter than the voice of MOM.
Our love and prayers are with you and your family.
Robin
January 31st, 2007 at 10:29 am
Mona, David an Jennifer, I have been keeping up with this site every day to view Joseph’s progress. I have been reading all of the posts with a sense of heartfelt warm fuzzies and absolute awe at the way this accident has brought litterally thousands together. I have never seen such a large group of people across our nation and beyond acting with such unity. It is absolutely humbling to me. You have so much support and love and I want you to know I send mine also. Joseph will come out of this. With so much prayer and faith behind him… there is no other outcome I can imagine. I love you guys and my prayers are with you. Joseph, My prayers are with you most of all. God will bring you out of this with an extraordinary testimony that you can share with the world! Maria
January 31st, 2007 at 10:24 am
I Hope you get beter soon I wish there was something I could do I will be praying for you and you family I know that God will do grate things for you hang in there and get well soon.
your friend
Denver
January 31st, 2007 at 10:01 am
David and Family -
I heard about the accident earlier this week and have been keeping up with Joseph and his encouraging progress. I will continue to pray for a full and speedy recovery for Joseph. We know that the power of prayer is at work. May God Bless you all.
Sincerely,
Angie Sewell
(from the Halls/Powell Boys & Girls Club Advisory Board)
January 31st, 2007 at 9:59 am
Joseph,
We are inspired by your daily updates. May God continue to bless you and your family in your time of need.
We just wanted you to know all the girls at Dr. Howard’s office are praying for you! We can’t wait to see that good looking smile again
Love in Christ,
Dr. H, Kim, Heather, and Rachael
January 31st, 2007 at 9:41 am
Joseph-
You don’t know me and I have just in the last few moments learned of you. I accidently stumbled onto your site while searching for a story that was aired on WIVK. I hope you won’t mind me reading about your accident and recovery. In reality, we are not strangers because I too am a child of God. My prayers go out to you and your family as you recover. It is obvious by your family and friends that you are a special blessing. It is so heart warming to witness such an out pouring of God’s love through his people. God can do anything, keep your eyes on Him. I pray for your continued strenth and recovery. Karen Coburn, Whitesburg, TN
January 31st, 2007 at 8:19 am
Joseph: I know that yesterday was tough–having surgery isn’t easy on anybody. But, I’m sure you’re glad to have those tubes out of your mouth. I’m sure that once you start talking again, you’ll have a lot to say. And as your former voice teacher, I fully expect you to practice your vocal exercises a.s.a.p.!
And don’t forget I need your help with “Shall We Gather.” Anyway, we’re still praying for you and thinking of you often. Keep making progress! Love and prayers, the Copelins
January 31st, 2007 at 1:12 am
Hey Joe,
You have always been a great guy, and a absolute example of an Apostolic young person. I am praying and believing that God will bring you through.
love ya man,
Chuck
January 30th, 2007 at 11:58 pm
David and Family,
We have just heard of this accident and wanted you to know that we will be praying for continued improvement for Joseph … we serve a mighty GOD and he can do all things .. we will request prayer at our church for your son and for strength for you and your family .. we live in the area in Wrens Creek .. I will be watching this site for continued improvements in Joseph .. and remember God is all powerful !! God Bless !!
January 30th, 2007 at 10:36 pm
Hey Joe!!! We are so glad that u are improving day by day! Our family has really been praying for you all!!! We will keep praying for you to get well soon!! We cant wait until you get out of there!!
With Love,
Paula Kevin Tina Terry & Drake
January 30th, 2007 at 10:30 pm
Joseph,
Just to let you know that I know blinking means no to the nurse, but with us, blinking is yes, because that means you are making a face jesture and that is all about us, making faces and laughing.
love you so very much.
Get Well.
yvonne
January 30th, 2007 at 10:26 pm
Hi Joseph,
HALLELUAH!! Today is full of good news for you. I didn’t sleep well last night, thinking about you having surgery. I just prayed that God would bring you through . I knew he would. Our God is an AWESOME GOD!!
Everytime I play or sing that song, I think of you, because I know it is one of your favorites and we song it together. You blink once for me when your sister, Jennifer tells you that I love you very much, because you know I do. David, Mona, and Jennifer, I love you all very much and are praying for you daily. May the Joy of the Lord be YOUR STRENGTH.
Love ya,
YVONNE
January 30th, 2007 at 9:27 pm
Joseph-May the Lord Bless you and your family. I was in line @ Arby’s on my lunch break when I heard about your accident on WIVK-Colleen reported it. I am so sorry to hear about this horrible accident. I know that it will be a while before you are able to read any of this messages, but please know that I am praying with you along with everyone else. I know that God will work a miracle. Please know that we are all here for you-even if we don’t know you personally. I will check this website everyday to check your progress. To the rest of the family-May God be with you All during this time. I am very sorry that you have to go through this. Everything happens for a reason and God will bring him and all of you through this. Just trust in him. May God Bless You All! Good Luck Joe!!!!
January 30th, 2007 at 8:56 pm
Dear Mona, David and Jennifer…I’ve checked the website every day as soon as I get in from work and we think about you all the time, praying that every day Joseph gets stronger and that God’s love sustains all of you. Please know that He will never leave you and that the love of all your friends and family will never fade away. Our thoughts and love are with you. We know you have hundreds of friends and must be exhausted by everything, and so we are sensitive to coming by to see you…You need your rest and time with each other…We will see you very soon..We love you.
January 30th, 2007 at 8:41 pm
We live on Schroeder Road and can look out our back at your beautiful home. We also go to church with Janice and Gary Roberts who let us know about Joseph and requested prayer for him during our Sunday School class. We have read the encouraging updates and praise God with you for Joseph’s progress. We will continue to keep Joseph and your entire family in our prayers.
Love in Christ,
Keith & Brenda
January 30th, 2007 at 8:05 pm
I love you and am praying for you. You’re bound to get well because too many people are praying for you. The Bible tells us that prayers will save the sick. Love Louise
January 30th, 2007 at 8:02 pm
I don’t pray a lot but, I am certainly praying for you. I can’t wait to see you at church again. Patrick
January 30th, 2007 at 7:56 pm
Joseph, I love you and miss you. My prayers are with you. I bet you were too young to remember this but I can’t stop thinking about it. Once when Missie was watching you and Jennifer she brought you to the campground where I was camping. We roasted marshmallows and you and Jenny had them all over your face and hands. You were picking the burnt part off so you got sticky all over. I think it might have been your first marshmallow roast. You have always been so generous and kind. Another memory is when you were little and I was in the hospital. I had forgotten to bring a hairbrush and you gave me yours out of your backpack. I still have it. Love, JoAnn
January 30th, 2007 at 7:43 pm
Olivia won’t leave me alone while I am reading so I asked her if she wanted to leave you a message and she said yes. Remember, this is a 3 year old message!
Uncle Jofuss, feel better, be sick no more. lovin
January 30th, 2007 at 7:32 pm
Joe, we want you to know that we are praying for you and we have gotten you on the prayer chain in our church. You don’t know us, we rent a home from your grandfather, a very wonderful man. I am inspired by your spirit. God bless!
January 30th, 2007 at 7:27 pm
Joseph, my family is praying that all goes well for you and your family. I knew your dad when he was just a tot. I looked at your family picture and was like wow your dad is all grown up.lolol. Silly uh. We also pray for strength within your family. God can work miracles I know personally. To all of your family, our prayers are with you all. Will be reading every day to see how thing are going.
January 30th, 2007 at 7:24 pm
Joseph, my family is praying that all goes well for you and your family. I knew you dad when he was just a tot. I looked at your family picture and was like wow your dad is all grown up.lolol. Silly uh. We also pray for strength within your family. God can work miracles i know personally. To your family,Mel and to Gram Gillette our prayers are with you all. will be reading every day to see how thing are going. Eaves
January 30th, 2007 at 7:24 pm
Aunt Rhonda and I are happy to about your progress. You are still on our hearts and in our prayers. We love you. Keep fighting buddy.
Our sincere thanks again for posting information on this site, it’s nice to be able to check on Joe’s progress.
David, Mona, Jen, and family, we miss and love you all and hope to see you soon.
God be with you all,
Craig
January 30th, 2007 at 6:53 pm
JO JO,
HOPE YOUR DAY IS GOING GOOD. I AM ACTUALLY HERE AT THE HOSPITAL BUT THERES NO MORE VISITATION UNTIL 9:00. ANYWAY I MISS YOU ALOT, AND I CAN’T WAIT UNTIL YOU WAKE UP. I MISS YOU CALLING ME JUST TO CHIT CHAT, AND I WILL NOT TAKE THOSE CONVERSATIONS FOR GRANTED AGAIN. EVERYONE LOVES YOU AND IS PRAYING FOR YOU TO GET BETTER. I LOVE YOU HONEY AND I AM SO THANKFUL TO HAVE YOU IN MY LIFE.
JEN IS SICK TODAY SO SHE HAS NOT BE ABLE TO UPDATE THE WEBSITE, BUT YOUR DAD SAID YOUR SURGERIES WENT WELL, I HOPE THEY DON’T LEAVE THAT TRAEK TUBE IN TO LONG, I DON’T KNOW IF THERE ARE ENOUGH CHALKBOARDS FOR YOU TO SAY ALL THAT YOU’LL HAVE TO SAY. I LOVE YOU HONEY AND I WILL CHECK BACK WITH YOU TOMORROW.
AUNT CAROL
January 30th, 2007 at 6:36 pm
JOSEPH
GOD IS SO GOOD! I AM SO EXCITED ABOUT YOUR PROGRESS - BUT
GOD ISNT FINISHED YET - THIS GETS GOODER AND GOODER AND IM GOING TO STAY TUNED FOR WHATS NEXT -
JEANETTE SEXTON
January 30th, 2007 at 5:19 pm
Joseph,
I just heard about the accident a couple days ago. Know, that you are in our prayers. We think the world of your family, and we will continue to pray everyday.
God bless you Joe, your whole family, and Eagle Bend during this difficult trial. Rest assured that God will receive the glory from all of this. You just concentrate on getting better!
Love you all,
Jeremy & Salissa Carver
January 30th, 2007 at 5:01 pm
Joey, The day my mom called me and told me what had happened my heart dropped. The first time i got to visit you was so hard, im used to you never sitting down and always having something to say and seeing you not be able to do those things hurt me. i hope you will be the Joey we all know and love very soon. I love you with all my heart.
January 30th, 2007 at 2:02 pm
Trantanella Family-
I am a friend of Carol’s at work and wanted to let you know that myself, my family, and my Sunday school class has been, and will continue to pray for Joe and yourselves.
During a time like this, God can draw us all together as His children to support one another. I can see that happening in this guestbook. God bless you all.
Chuck Rodgers
January 30th, 2007 at 2:01 pm
Trantanella Family,
We are so sorry to hear about Joseph’s accident but delighted to hear about his progress. I pray that he keeps doing well and recovers fully. You’re all in my prayers!
God Bless,
Katie Allen
January 30th, 2007 at 1:47 pm
Trantanella Family-
I have followed the progress of Joseph via internet. I am a Youth Pastor in Indiana and my father pastors in Muncie. We have been praying for your son. I had a close friend go through the same thing and it was an emotional roller coaster, but he is fine now and doing great. I don’t know your family, but I know that God has everything in control. Your scriptures and faith inspire me!
God Bless,
Matt Perdue
January 30th, 2007 at 1:17 pm
Dear Joseph,
I am so glad to hear that you are doing better and responding to commands. I knew you could do it. You have been in mine and Shannons prayers this whole time. You have always been such a good friend to me and I miss seeing your smiling face and your enthusiastic additude toward everything that you do! Shannon and I miss you and you need to get better soon!!!!
I Love You and God Bless,
Erika Nelson
January 30th, 2007 at 1:09 pm
Hey Joe i just wanted you to know that you are a very strong person inside and out and there is no doubt in my mind that you will not over come this trial. Your a awsome person get well soon…love and prayers to you and your family.
Amanda Rutherford
January 30th, 2007 at 1:04 pm
Joseph,
I am glad to read that you are improving. I am still praying that God will touch you and your family with His wonderful love and comfort. I also have my family’s church, The Church of God of the Union Assembly, in Claxton, praying for you and your family as well. I know God is doing amazing things through this. It’s amazing just to see how many lives you have touched. You have definitely touched mine.
Charisma Mahan
January 30th, 2007 at 12:27 pm
Dear Joe:
I am friends with Gwen Vann. From your web-site, it looks as though many people and families have prayed for you. You are a blessed person to have that many friends and family that care deeply for you. Best of wishes to you for your recovery and to your family during your time of recovery. May God bless you and keep you in his healing hands.
January 30th, 2007 at 12:21 pm
Joe, you are in my prayers! All I can think of right now is how you came into your house after working at Steak and Shake and did not stop talking for about a half hour, and that was when we had to leave to go to the church. You were a wonderful host to us. I’m praying for a miracle for you.
God bless,
Jami
January 30th, 2007 at 12:16 pm
Bless your heart!!! …and everything else of course! We are missing you at school and look forward to our having a class field trip to come to see you! We will too, ya know?
…and I hope you know what a blessing you are to everyone, just by being in this part of God’s plan and purpose; we don’t have a clue what it is, but your heart and your spirit are a testimony to all that we could be as a part of the Divine. That you are, Joe, and we are inspired by your and your family’s faith and love…and the greatest of these is love!
Take good care!
Teresa
January 30th, 2007 at 11:37 am
Hi Joe,
Just wanted to let you know I’ve been praying all morning for you, that the procedures today will go well.
Everytime I visit this site, I’m overwhelmed by the love that is pouring forth for you and your family. There is strength and power in that love.
Many waters cannot quench love, neither can the floods drown it.
And we have known and believed the love that God hath to us. God is love; and he that dwelleth in love dwelleth in God, and God in him.
Keep yourselves in the love of God, looking for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ unto eternal life.
January 30th, 2007 at 10:08 am
Hey Joe,
We just came to visit on Saturday and are so happy to see that you are continually improving. We are praying for you as you go into surgery today. We pray that God gives you strength and comfort.
Lots of Love & Prayers,
Jeremy & Olivia
January 30th, 2007 at 9:56 am
Joe,
I haven’t been able to visit you in a few days, but I have been keeping track on your progress through the internet…we are all so excited about your improvements! I know you have surgery today, so I will be praying extra hard they are successful (of course I have been praying like crazy anyway!). Just wanted to stop by and remind you (in the slim chance that you have forgotten) that we all are praying for you and love you so much! By the way, the Bible Quizzing team has just started practicing, so you need to get better so you can come help me whip these kids into quizzers like you were! Love you!
January 30th, 2007 at 9:18 am
TO THE TRANTANELLA FAMILY.
WE ARE YOUR NEIGHBORS, MY HUSBAND JEFF IS THE MAN WHO CAME TO YOUR DOOR THE DAY OF THE ACCIDENT. WE HAVE BEEN CHECKING THE WEB SITE DAILY FOR PROGRESS REPORTS ON JOSEPH’S CONDITION. WE WILL CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR HIS RECOVERY. YOU ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.
YOUR NEIGHBORS,
JEFF MARIAN AND HANNAH POPP
January 30th, 2007 at 9:15 am
David,
It has been probably 45 years since we last met. I was so sorry to hear about Joseph. My prayers are with you and him.
God bless,
Ray
January 30th, 2007 at 9:02 am
Joseph,
You are on my heart so much and this morning I am praying for you as you go through the surgery. Your family is being so strong and of such great faith, I know you will be so proud when you see this site and see just how strong they are through all of this….your sister Jenn said something the other day about how even though she was anxious, her spirit was at peace…so beautiful and awesome. Your Uncle Danny and his open heart and honest words…you are just surrounded by so many awesome people and I know that you love each and everyone of them and they know it,
that makes my heart sing. God is using you Joseph to grow each and everyone of us in our faith…all the love, faith and prayers that flow through this website just completely amazes me. I praise God for all that he is doing and is about to do….I feel like you are just surrounded by angels rejoicing to God. David Mona and Jenn you are all so strong and the love in your lives is so beautiful, I pray that the uplifting moments begin to come more and more as Joseph progresses. It is so awesome to a family with such strong spirit. To God be the glory.
Love in Christ,
Gina
January 29th, 2007 at 10:38 pm
Hi Joe! I don’t know if you remember me (I met you at Piano Camp a few years ago with my brother Joe), but Sis. Hilderbrand told me about this site, so I wanted to leave you a message. We’ve been praying for you up in Wausau, and my family’s been praying for you as well. I hope that you not only recover fully, but that you do it faster than anyone expects you to. I’m praying for the best!
In Christ,
Anna
January 29th, 2007 at 10:35 pm
David, Mona, Jennifer & Joseph,
I have been checking the website regularly. Each time I am inspired by what God is doing through your situation. Consider yourselves blessed that God has chosen your family to do a wonderful and amazing thing to bring glory to Himself. Your family has been faithful to Him. He in turn will be faithful to you all the more! My family, church and I will continue to pray for your situation, and especially for the scheduled surgery in the morning. I came across a scripture this morning that was of encouragement to me. I hope it will be of encouragement to you as well. Deuteronomy 4:31 says, “For the Lord your God is a compassionate God; He will not fail you nor destroy you nor forget the covenant with your fathers which he swore to them.”
I love you all dearly,
Jerry Wonders
January 29th, 2007 at 10:26 pm
Hi Joseph,
I am praying for your recovery to be soon. When I come down, I expect to be able to talk to you and laugh together . I am so glad that you and jennifer came down and spent the night with me last summer. I miss coming to tennessee as much as I used to. Every night , I lay my hands on your picture on the website and just start praying in tongues. I know I am not where I should be with God, but I am on my way back.
I just think about all the good times and memories of being there with you in tennessee. I am looking forward to many more with you.
Mona,
My heart goes out to you from a mother’s view. I can’ t even imagine what you are going through, but I know that God is your strength. He will carry you. I am not there physically, but spiritually and mentally I am with you and David and Jennifer all the time.
I love you all very much and hope to see you soon.
I thank our parents for raising us on faith. Because Faith will take away the doubt. God Bless the whole family.
Amber and Amanda also send their prayers and love to all of you.
Love,
Yvonne, your cousin , but always felt like your sister.
January 29th, 2007 at 10:01 pm
I heard about the accident for the first time today. I just wanted to let you know there is another church praying for you in Troy, OH!! The few times I’ve had the privilege of being in church services with you, I’ve seen your worship! God has also seen the worshiping, praising, leaping, dancing - all for HIS glory!! The situation you and your family are facing right now will also bring Him glory! Hang in there! Keep the faith!!
God Bless,
Missy Waites (Formerly Coleman, daughter of Bro. & Sis. Coleman, Dayton, OH)
January 29th, 2007 at 9:37 pm
Praying for you in Atlanta!
Love in Christ, The Dixon family
January 29th, 2007 at 9:27 pm
Trantanella Family,
Just wanted to sign your guestbook to let you know we are praying for Joseph and your family. The updates you give is amazing and it helps
your faith to hear all the good news. I know you are claiming healing
for Joseph and that is what we have been taught to do. Thank God for
our heritage. I can tell by your updates that you still believe in the
mighty power of prayer. Thank God for his people that know how to pray.
The Pentecostal Apostolic Church, Dayton Ohio (Pastor John Roberts) is holding your family up in prayer. May God keep you and give you
peace that only he can give.
January 29th, 2007 at 9:18 pm
Hey Joe
I’m praying for you and hoping you will be recovered soon.
I miss you and love you.
Your Cousin Ben
January 29th, 2007 at 8:58 pm
joseph, david, mona, and jennifer,
we are so glad to hear the good news from this morning. we cried when
we heard he had responded. what a brave, sweet soul. please take
care of yourselfs. joseph is going to need you when he recovers soon.
our hearts go out to you. rhonda and stan.
January 29th, 2007 at 8:39 pm
Hi Joseph, We just got home from work, I have been praying for you all day that you would have a good day . You and your family are always on our minds and in our hearts we love you guys dearly, and as the song says I’ll praise you through this storm because we serve a God that will bring us through this . I m so thankful we have a God to turn to in times like this . I know God will bring you and your family through this ,so you get well rested, because your going to need it to catch up on all the reading you have in store for you {ha ha} all of love and prayers Glenn, Dawn & Alexandria
January 29th, 2007 at 8:25 pm
I heard about you Joseph from Colleen Addair on 107.7 WIVK. My heart and prayers go out to you and your family. I know God has you in the palm of his hand. A few times in my life I have been through things that I thought I would never survive. God kept me… May God’s richest blessings support and strengthen you and your family… Healing from the top of your head to the ends of your toes. I will inform others of you and we will hold you up during this time with our prayers…
Pam
January 29th, 2007 at 7:33 pm
Hey Joe, just checking on ya, I am praying for ya.
Love ya
January 29th, 2007 at 7:20 pm
Joseph,
Can’t wait to come down and fix you some chicken noodle soup, Your favorite! All our love and prayers or you and your family. We can’t wait to come down this summer to see you.
Where two or three are gathered together in HIS name, there He is in the midst of. Jesus is with you. He is your strength and power. He will never leave you nor forsake you. All our love!!!!
Phil & Shawn
January 29th, 2007 at 6:22 pm
I have been where you are! I had Chondrosarcoma of the jaw. The doctors at UT hospital removed my jaw and I have been cancer free for almost 4 years now. My father (Paul Cookenour) goes to your church. He has ask me to pray for you and your family. I will be more than happy to do that, because in my time of need people where there for me. I don’t know why this has happened to you but everything happens for a reason. Prayer does change things!
Thinking of you,
Becky Tarver
January 29th, 2007 at 5:54 pm
hey joe cant wait to c u skipping and prasing the lord agian.we miss ur smiling face.ur dad sister and mom loves u so much they are so strong.i could never imagine what they are going through.i work there at the hospital and i came in one morning and saw ur precious mother sleeping in the waiting room.and i thought that was so sweet and she and ur dad and sis love u alot i saw jenn sleeping on an air mat.shes the sweetiest sister.ur a lucky man u have alot of friends and family that love u.well ill let u get to the rest of ur reading.
January 29th, 2007 at 2:24 pm
Hey Joseph,
I have absolutely no idea who you are except to know that your God’s work and his hand will be on you! I was driving back to work from my lunch break and I heard Colleen on WIVK ask for prayer for you and your family. She told everyone to turn up the radios so they could hear what she had to say about you. I could feel her compassion for you and your family. She asked for everyone that heard her on the radio to send you a note to let you know that people were praying for you. I wanted to let you know that prayer is the best thing that anyone could ever do! I know what prayer has done for me and my family over and over again. My daughter was born at 1 pound and the devistation and shock of it all was overwhelming!! I had lots and lots of well wishers and prayers from everywhere and that was the best, peacefull feeling and I will never forget that. My little girl is now a prissy little, almost 3 years old now and is a firecracker to say the least. Praise God for his mercy and grace! Best wishes to you and the family and be encouraged! You can do ALL things through CHRIST who strengthens you!!
Prayers and Best Wishes to ALL
Shanna Rucker
Loudon, TN
January 29th, 2007 at 1:16 pm
Hey, Joe,
I just wanted to add with everyone else that you’ve been a great friend. Even as we all grew up and went off to school and moved away you were always interested in our lives and how we were doing. And now that friendship that you gave away so freely is coming back to you now from all over the place. We’re all praying for you and wishing you well.
I still remember when you, me, and Val hung out all the time. We had a lot of fun tmes back then, and I’ll always charish them.
your friend,
DeLena
January 29th, 2007 at 1:00 pm
A drive home home from school,
a turn around the bend.
Tragedy lies in wait for all of us,
Knowing not where, nor how, nor when.
Loss is a part of lifes woes,
wheather it be health, wealth or limb.
But it does not matter though,
for we must trust in him.
If we don’t then comes,
doubt, fear and worry.
Belief in him gets dim,
if he dosen’t act in a hurry.
Our joy can’t be constrained,
when faith works in our behalf.
But when it’s bleak, it dosen’t mean,
faith’s not Gods rod and staff.
For it’s our faith, our belief in God,
that should get us through.
Not if the situation turns out good,
for others, for me, for you.
It’s our knowledge that He’s able to,
I think that pleases God.
In turn He meets our wants and needs,
Wherever we may trod.
I hope this gives you some encouragement when you need some.
I love you,
Uncle Danny
January 29th, 2007 at 12:02 pm
Joseph and Family
We were so happy to open the site today and hear such encouraging news! Just want you to know our thoughts are with you all the time. We hope and pray that you will go through surgery tommorrow with flying colors.
Barb and Gerry Dinkins
January 29th, 2007 at 10:56 am
JOE!!! (yot-sef)
I’m so excited to hear that you are doing so much better today! I actually just got through telling someone that even though it was a rough weekend for you that we are confident that our God is still on the throne and in control…So now I get to tell them the good news for today! Keep it up and you MIGHT even be able to convince me to play a game of pit or mafia when you get home….maybe..we’ll see.
-Roger M.
January 29th, 2007 at 10:51 am
We as a church family at RAC are praying for Joseph and the family. Heavenly Father, in Jesus’ Holy Name we speak the Word of Faith to Josephs body. We pray that every internal organ perform a perfect work.We pray for strength and total healing. We pray for strength and inner peace for the family & friends. God bless you all
January 29th, 2007 at 10:24 am
hello, joe, Praise God in the highest!!!!! u woke up this morning.i come by to see how u were this morning before i go off to school.my heart is over whelmed ! all i can say is Thank You jesus thank u Jesus and ha ha devil
You are a Lier.. It’s a bright sunny day and the sky a bright blue it’s almost like i can see all the way to Heaven here in Savannah Ga. all i know is it’s darkest right before the bright morning Light… i check the news on here all through the day! and every time i do a small voice spreaks to me saying
God is still on the thrown and he’s still in control…and i’ve got joe in the palm of my Hands hold ing him tight. over 65,ooo people have come to see and pray for u joe!!!! wow all those crys to Jesus..just for u joe .If God be for us who can be agianst us. God’s people who are called by HIS NAME! go head jenn get your praise on sister. with love and prayers to u and your family. sheila from Sav’h Ga.
January 29th, 2007 at 10:16 am
Joseph: I thought of you this morning as I was writing a new song. The chorus says, “I don’t know how You’ll do it. I don’t know when You’ll see me through. All I know is that You’re able. So, I’m gonna put my trust in You.” We don’t know exactly what God has in store for you, but we trust Him that everything will be alright. Glad to hear you’ve had more improvements. Keep it up! Love and prayers, Sis. Nikki
January 29th, 2007 at 10:11 am
JOSEPH,DAVID, MONA,& JENNIFER you all are in my prayers. Im glad Joseph is doing better. God is surely by his side, in his time of need. I will continue to pray for your family and recovery of Joseph.
January 29th, 2007 at 9:06 am
Joseph,
Welcome back, or should I say good morning! These next few months will probably be like the stock market. Gradual improvment, but plenty of up and downs.
I read Jens post this morning to Hannah. She started doing a cheer for God. She was throwing up her hands ( HA! HA!) and kicking her legs cheering , “YEAH GOD! GO GOD!” Then she got on her knees and bowed to him like the muslims do to allah. I think she got her dramatic ways from either Terina or myself, HMMMMMM! I wonder which one.
I was going to say I’ll see you soon, but More appropriatley I should say, we’ll see each other soon.
I love you,
Uncle Danny
January 29th, 2007 at 8:49 am
Good Morning Joseph
I read the good news early this morning and wanted to say how
excited I am about it. Your becoming such a celebrity!
I’m thanking God for your progress and know you will recover fully.
I can’t wait to talk and laugh with you again. I love you.
Aunt Rhonda
January 29th, 2007 at 4:27 am
Hi Joe. I am still following your progress. We are praying for your recovery.
Today I am attending the funeral of an 18 year old apostolic boy who died last Thursday in a weather related accident here in Pennsylvania. He was very talented and love the apostolic message.
The church family at the Emanual Apostolic Church in Titusville, PA can really use the uplifting in prayer today as they bury one of their own. Pray for the Holy Ghost annointing on Pastor Earl Anthony that he can find the right words of comfort for the church and family. This church has was founded over thirty years ago by Rev. Larry Watson and this is the first untimely death.
January 29th, 2007 at 2:42 am
Trantanella family I don’t know you or Joe just a passing stranger wanting you to know that this story has touched my heart and my thoughts and prays are with you and Joe in this time of need…… May god hold Joe in his loving arms until he has made a full recovery and may he also be with the whole Trantanella family at this time
AMEN
WIKARD
Melbourne
Australia
January 29th, 2007 at 2:28 am
I love you Joe! You were kind of out of it today, but I know that you’re resting now and you need time to heal. I’m very anxious to talk to you again when you are responsive. Even though you are in a coma, I feel so bad that you are up there by yourself. I’m down in the waiting room right now, so I’m not too far away. I’m going to stay up and do my homework (for the first time!). I have to go to class at 8. Everything has been so crazy… this is the only time I’ve had to open a book! I am reminded of you right now because you have always been such a night owl! You’ve definitely pulled your share of all-nighters so I guess I can make it through a couple myself.
I want to spend my days here with you and our family; school certainly does not take priority over that. So, I wait until now when it is calm. I am tired, but I am strong. You give me strength and I know that we are going to make it through. I have peace about this situation (you know, the kind God gives… that the world can’t). My heart is heavy but my spirit is at peace. I’ll be up in a few hours at 5:30… until then, I love you.
~love your sis
January 28th, 2007 at 11:59 pm
I am the sister-in-law to the man who banged loudy on your door the day of the accident. I worked as a surgical nurse at UT for many years and can attest to the fact that you have some of the best providers this area has to offer. We’ll follow your progress here and wish you the best.
Carol
January 28th, 2007 at 10:14 pm
To the Trantanella Family; Know that we are Earnestly Praying
for Joseph as well as all of your Family concerning this mishap;
Our God remains to be the Ultimate in Power, Wisdom and
the Director of our Future. Our Greatest Prayer is that God will
Miraculously Raise and Restore Joseph Up for the Kingdom’s
Sake! We Love All of You Very Much and Hold You in our Prayers
for Nothing Less Than a Speedy Recovery!
January 28th, 2007 at 9:53 pm
David and family, know that we are all in prayer for Joe and all of you, and remember everything happens in “God’s Time” and he has a reason for everything. We Love You All, Susie (Aunt Wanda’s Daughter) and Eddie Fletcher (Dayton, Ohio)
January 28th, 2007 at 9:12 pm
Our Family is praying for you and your family through this difficult time. We are encouraged with the results seen so far and are hopeful of a speedy recovery. We will contunie to pray for Joesph. Thanks for the site so we may check on Joesph each day. Our Love is with you
Jerry, Melissa and Jonathan Tuggle
January 28th, 2007 at 8:53 pm
To Joseph, and the family, our prayers are with you. Our son Keith age 22, was also in an auto accident April 15, 2006. He was in a coma for six weeks. three weeks at UT also and three weeks at another facility in Knoxville. He also faced the high temperatures from the storming in his brain. He didn’t move his right side for over 3 months. Keep your faith, God lead us to Shepherds Center in Atlanta, Where we stayed from June 2, thru Nov. 3. 2006. WE are now home, Keith is walking, talking, and his great personality is back.If any of the family would like to talk, I’m in Knoxville three days a week for Keith to re-hab at Patrica Neil who are also an answer to prayer. Again look to God, his grace is there.
January 28th, 2007 at 8:47 pm
Joseph, Jennifer, Mona and David
Just wanted to leave you all a few words this evening, my thoughts are continually on all of you during this difficult time. My prayers, my heart and my mind are with you all. Joseph I know you are in God’s hands, Jennifer, Mona and David you are warriors in Christ. You have shown great faith and strength at one of the most hardest times of your life. You
show your love and sacrifice for Joseph at every moment. I pray for God’s strength and power to keep you lifted up in body and spirit. God is using this terrible time to do such a miraculous work in so many lives. I know your so tired and worn and your load is so heavy to bear, and I pray that God will give you His peace, and strength. What the enemy tries to do to hurt us, God will use it for good. My heart aches and continually prays for you as you fight this battle. You have so many people praying and loving and supporting you. Your so blessed and are so loved. There is strength in numbers and the multitudes are standing with you.
All my love and prayers are with you in this time of need, Joseph is so special and his life is touching so many. What a testimony he is.
Jennifer your a wonderful sister. I’m so proud of you. Anything I can do to help any of you just let me know.
Love Aunt Rhonda
January 28th, 2007 at 8:34 pm
Joseph, I just want you to know you are on my heart everyday. Iknow you thru my daughter I do not think I have ever met you but I may have. I have 5 children and my heart goes out to your parents at this time I pray that God will give them peace and rest. You and your family have touched a place in my heart I cry and pray for all of you every day. May you feel Gods presence with you everyday and know that he is there for all of you God Bless you all. Sister in Christ Karen Henry
January 28th, 2007 at 8:26 pm
David,Mona,Jennifer,
Since dad told me of the accident involving Joseph, you have all been in my thought & prayers.
With love,
Greg Potter
January 28th, 2007 at 8:10 pm
We are holding you up in prayer and love you so very much. Don’ forget that God’s able for all things.
January 28th, 2007 at 6:58 pm
Joseph, Jenny, Mona and David,
Tara, Zac and Garrett have been friends with Amber, Ben, Ashley, Brandon, Dustin, Heather, Josh and Zach for years….they are all like part of our family. I had the pleasure of meeting you all when the boys were going to a Y-teen formal and all met at your house for pictures. I remember Joseph played the piano beautifully and even then I saw something in him…obviously it was the reflection of God’s love. Your whole family is just so special and full of kindness. We were all devasted when we got the news and have been praying and checking the website constantly for updates. I talked to your Aunt Maria and Grandmother last night at Zach and Garrett’s game and told them just how awesome it is that God is using the situation to draw people to HIM. Your Aunt Maria was talking about how much you love the Lord and it is obvious that you have been a wonderful witness for him and continue to be. I know that right now all you need to do is rest…he truly does have you in the palm of his hand. I know that the waiting and the uncertainty is so hard for everyone…just keep in mind that we live by faith and not by sight…in Matthew it talks about Peter walking on the water - he never took his eyes off of Jesus, only when he perceived and felt the strong wind, he was frightened and began to sink…do not be afraid - don’t believe what you see and what you feel - keep your eyes on the Lord. In Joshua it talks about - every place for which the sole of your foot shall tread, that have I given unto you - I will not fail you or forsake you - be strong, confident and of good courage - keep the word in your mind - thoughts - meditate on the word day and night….speak as though you have no doubt how things will be in the future, God has something better for us if we believe…RELEASE YOUR FAITH. Faith believes what it can not see in the natural, but in the heart. Faith operates in the spirit…all of us here on earth are the body of Christ and we were put here to worship HIM…everything is all about HIM, not us. So many people are sharing in this experience and I know that we are all praying without ceasing for Joseph and all of his family and God is using this for HIS glory and will continue to. HIS love for us is so awesome! I pray that you all will continue to know the presence of God all around you….that we all continue to thank him for all that he is doing and to know that…….HE’S GOT THIS!
Love in Christ,
Gina
January 28th, 2007 at 6:40 pm
Hey, Joseph —
We continue to pray for you daily. We are to “thank God in all circumstances” … and so, we do thank God for having a reason to think of your sweet smile and effervescent spirit every day. May God continue to do His work, His way … and yes, by His stripes, we are HEALED. By your suffering, you have caused many to look to God. You have made many faces look to the Light for strength and have brought many people, through your own struggle, together. We would never, ever choose that task for you, but we do thank God for you. We, at Lighthouse Pentecostal Church, will continue to especially mention your name in prayer every time we gather together. While you are sleeping, may the strength of the Lord fill you, heal you and restore you.
We love you and your family,
Derrald and Barb Hilderbrand
Wausau, WI
January 28th, 2007 at 6:26 pm
I hope that God heals you and brings you out of your coma. You will be in my prayers.
January 28th, 2007 at 5:43 pm
Hey “Joe T,”
I hardly know you; your accident occured after only one class period of my CFS 320 class. But, you nonetheless made a very positive impression on me. You are clearly inquisitive, determined, and kind. What a wonderful combination of qualities. I will be thinking about and praying for you and your family throughout your recovery.
Dr. Stolz
January 28th, 2007 at 4:21 pm
Dear Joseph,
I thought about you all during church this morning. I barely know you, I only know you through Zac. Your name and face never left my mind though. Tears rolled down my cheek at the thought of what God is doing for you. Every second, every minute and every hour of every day he is bringing healing and restoration to your body. I know that because I know that by Jesus’s stripes and through the redemptive work of the cross you are healed. Zac and I are praying for you!!!!
Your Friends,
Zac and Crystal Gronda
January 28th, 2007 at 4:18 pm
Joseph,
I’m not sure if you know who we are, but we see you every year at Competition. You’ve always been so kind and friendly to our students. We just wanted to let you know that we are praying and believing for your full recovery. May God bless you and you’re family.
Terry and Amanda Lough of Saint Marys, WV
January 28th, 2007 at 3:56 pm
Dear Mona, David and Jennifer,
Our thoughts and prayers are with Joseph and your family at this sad time of pain and suffering. We are praying to God for a full recovery for him. We will be reading your web site everyday to keep up on Joseph recovery.
God bless,
Mitch & Bebe
January 28th, 2007 at 3:31 pm
To Joseph and family
What an amazing testimony your website has been. God is using you to reach a lot of people. I know that he is in the middle of this situation. Since he can count the very hairs on our head, he certainly can provide the healing power needed right now. Please know that you are being lifted up in prayer. God Bless all of you
Mona Davis
January 28th, 2007 at 1:45 pm
Joseph,
The alumni of NHS, Grandma Mel’s high school school, are praying for you full recovery.
January 28th, 2007 at 11:48 am
Joseph –
I don’t believe that we have ever met, but I consider your father a good friend and a good man. In viewing this site, I am so impressed by how much your friends and family care for you. You and your family will be in my prayers.
Preston Hawkins
January 28th, 2007 at 11:37 am
Joseph,
I am still praying for you. I am here for you and your family. If you guys need anything, please let me know. I did not know you well just from the short time we were in the hallway waiting to add Dr. Hutchens 434 class (we did it!) but seems like I have known you awhile just from that short meeting. I am sure God is watching over you. I will stop in to see you and the family on Monday.
Your new friend, Tonya
January 28th, 2007 at 9:10 am
Joe, I’m going to see you right now and then I’m going to church to pray for you! I love you buddy!
~your sis
January 28th, 2007 at 7:55 am
I was listening to Coleen’s Cross Country Songs of Faith this morning and heard your story and thought that I would let you know that you will be having prayers from my church, East Sweetwater Freewill Baptist Church. God can do anything for you as long as you look towards him with the faith that everything will be okay. I will contine praying for your Joe and will check his status everyday through this site.
May God Bless,
Candi Long
Sweetwater, TN
January 28th, 2007 at 4:09 am
Hey man, it’s Sunday Jan 28 2007 4AM. I came across this site on facebook just about 2 minutes ago. I’ve never met you before, but I will pray for you nonetheless. While growing up I’ve had to deal with a lot of deaths and struggles. Keep fighting Joe, because it IS possible to win. Everybody has faith in you. People die every day Joe, but you don’t have to be one of them. People recover every day and come back to live their lives in full swing and better than ever. That can be you Joe. Keep fighting. You, your family and loved ones are in my prayers. I wish you the best Joe!!!!
Josh Roberts
Northern Kentucky University
January 28th, 2007 at 3:25 am
joe, i got to see you again tonite, it was awesome. i know that you were sleeping, but you were moving your hands and arms. i held your right hand and, even though i’m pretty sure you were asleep, you moved your fingers and squeezed my hand. even though it was just random sleep movement, it made me so happy to see you moving. i miss you so much and i know that God is sitting up there with you right now. i love you joes, gnite
-rini
January 28th, 2007 at 2:30 am
Joseph,
Dad came in to see you today. He suprised everyone that he showed up on such short notice. He is concerned about you, but his faith is rock solid. Mine however sometimes wavers. It’s hard sometimes to look past today, and see the future. The unknown is a very daunting place. Unanswered questions, grasping at what information we recieve from the doctors. I have to admit it is hard not to get caught up in what we see, and base our judgments on your outcome. But then I come to my senses (or I should say come out of my senses.). And realize that God has alrady charted your course. Your outcome already IS. For faith IS the substance of things hoped for, and it IS the evidence of things not seen. So you have to be “sensless” to have faith. For just as much as it is true that God said “I AM”. Faith “IS”.
I love you,
Uncle Danny
January 28th, 2007 at 1:45 am
HI JOE WE ARE PRAYING FOR A FAST RECOVERY FR THE LORD MISS U ANDYOUR HUGS ALSO WANTED U TO KNOW I CHECK ON U EVERY DAY WITH YOUR DAD AND MOMU ARE SO LOVED I READ A FEW MESSAGESU HAVE SO MANY LOVED ONES AND FRIENDS PRAYING FOR U I CAN’T WAIT TO SEE U PRAISING THE LORD AGAIN ALL OUR LOVE TO U AND YOUR FAMILY BRO RICK/SIS JOSIE
January 28th, 2007 at 1:00 am
hey joe, this is my first time writing on your page. i figure i’ll spare you a little reading and just tell you in person how this whole situation has personally affected me. anywho, i’ll tell ya about it when you’re better. keep well, and God bless you and the whole family.
-jeremy
January 27th, 2007 at 11:17 pm
Joseph, You do not know me. I live in Western TN and received information about your accident from the Horner family from Parsons. I feel God’s power and grace on this site along with victory to come. I am also a nurse but my greatest physician is the LORD JESUS CHRIST! Also, to the family know that GOD is near and angels are around. My husband and my two children attend the Decaturville Pentecostal Church in Decaturville, TN. All things work together for the good of them that love the Lord! Prayers go out to you, Joseph and your loving family. Love in Christ
January 27th, 2007 at 10:46 pm
You do not know me, for I am just a drifter.
A friend of yours whom I have zero connection with told me to come here. I read about what happened…
Someone who doesn’t know you and will never know you is praying deeply for your recovery.
Mike
January 27th, 2007 at 10:24 pm
hey buddy u have been in my thoughts and prayers and i know that GOD has his hand on u. i am keeping up with ur condition and will continue to do so. Get well so u can come see us in the one and only tiger state.
January 27th, 2007 at 10:00 pm
Joe, it is hard to find the right thing to say… to express the feelings I have about this event. Seeing you in the trauma unit was a very moving experience. Suffice it to say it will stay with me for a VERY long time.
Enough negative.
Throughout this God has been so near… When I pray He is there and His spirit surrounds me like a blanket. I know that He is letting me know He has you in His arms through this valley. It is overwhelming how many are responding to the need of the hour.
Just the other night Gordon Bertram, a preacher friend, was at my house and I showed him this website. As I explained that you were now in the hospital he grabbed my hand and began to pray. God answered like a thunderclap in my kitchen and I have seldom felt such a move of God! Bro Gordon danced around and praised Jesus for your recovery! I Firmly believe that your healing is being performed right now. Some miracles Jesus performed were instant, others ‘recovered’.
While Jesus did not cause the accident He is able to use this to be a tool in changing lives around the world. I consider myself so blessed to be a witness to God performing a number of miracles in your life.
God bless you and keep you. God strengthen your family and sustain them while your healing is accomplished …
Bro. Clyde Hooks
January 27th, 2007 at 9:28 pm
I met your Dad when you were a very small toddler and I attend 6th Avenue Church of God in Lenoir City. We have added you to our prayer list and I will ask for special prayer on your behalf from the congregation in the morning. We have you and your family in our prayers as I cannot imagine the pain your family is feeling at this time As a mother of two boys, my heart and prayers are with you and your family. We will keep you close in our prayers and believe for a miracle.
January 27th, 2007 at 7:42 pm
It’s hard to believe it’s day 10 already. I’m so glad to hear you are responsive.
Again, I realize we don’t know each other, but I truly believe God is reminding me on a daily basis to check on you as if you were my own brother; and in a way, I guess we are in God’s eyes : )
It’s was so awesome to hear that you are going to be talked about on the radio Joe. I’m praying people like myself will hear your story and even more prayers will go out to you and your family.
I know you are going to probably read each and every entry when you get well….but I’m hoping as your family visits you, they are telling you about all the people that you haven’t even met before (like me) : ) are praying for you.
As I continue to keep you in every thought and prayer, I will also visit again tomorrow, and each and everyday until you are well.
From my heart and soul to yours: rest up, stay strong, and may God place his healing hand on you.
Maybe one day we can meet!
Your Friend,
~LJ
January 27th, 2007 at 6:49 pm
Joseph,
You and your family are in our prayers.
Mr & Mrs Bobby Ford
January 27th, 2007 at 6:35 pm
Joseph.
Sarah and I are praying for you..will keep checking your progress..
Pete Brannam
January 27th, 2007 at 5:29 pm
Dear David, Mona and Jennifer,
Joseph and your famuly our in our prayers and we are wishing for a speedy recovery for him. We can see the love for Joseph and your family and with all the prayers, God has to listen.
January 27th, 2007 at 4:34 pm
Joseph,
Sister Gray and I have had you on our hearts, in our thoughts and most importantly in our prayers since your accident. Lauren and Mamaw Sellers give us updates on your progress all the time. We have you on our prayer list at Soul’s Life Center and you are in our personal prayers every day. We are praying for your mother and father, sister and grandparents too.
Keep trusting in Jesus and resting upon His promises,
Bro. & Sis. Roger Gray
Soul’s Life Center
January 27th, 2007 at 4:02 pm
David, Mona, Joseph, and Jennifer,
We just wanted to let you know that we are praying for you. You have been on our minds constantly. Take care and God Bless.
Frank, Alison, and Aidan Campbell
January 27th, 2007 at 4:00 pm
joseph,
you and your family mean alot to ours. i think everyone at this time
feels so helpless and wished we could do more.
stan and i miss seeing you at the resturant. you always brightened our
day everytime we saw you.
your young and strong………..just keep hanging in there. god will
never leave or forsake you. rhonda and stan
January 27th, 2007 at 3:12 pm
Hey Joe,
Just wanted to write ya today to let you know you are still in our prayers. I am sorry you are having such a hard time right now but you will be back you your old self again. I am trusting in the Lord for that. I cant help but be overcome with tears everytime I check into the website. I hate that you are having such terrible pain, and wish I could take it away. Much love from the family, and cant wait to see your smiling face!!!
Love you,
Amber, Jeremy, Alexis & Braxton
January 27th, 2007 at 2:36 pm
To The David Trantanella Family,
So sorry to here about my friend Joseph, Please be sure that every church I preach at across the US will be having special prayer for Joeseph and the Trantanella Family
Your Friend Jeff McCool
January 27th, 2007 at 2:20 pm
i love u joejoe!!!! i hope that u get better!! i can not wate to be terrised with all the games u like to play!!! i can not wate till u can goto dollywood agin ether!! i love u joe and i can not wate for u to heel!!!
LOVE,
YOUR COSIN JESSICA
January 27th, 2007 at 2:16 pm
Joseph, Your Uncle Mark emailed us the heartbreaking news of your accident. We are praying for you. I sent the news along to others from this side of the family. You are in our hearts and prayers. God Bless.
January 27th, 2007 at 1:01 pm
David and Mona, our hearts ache for you at this time. Know that we are praying everytime we think of Joseph throughout the day. What a blessing to know he was praying and they couldn’t understand him in the ER. Thank you Jesus. And for all the hand squeezes and movements. God is good to give you those assurances and encouragements and to be able to “communicate” somewhat with your son. What a merciful and compassionate God we have. We love you guys, even though we don’t see each other.
We look forward to more fantastic reports.
We are praying for your strength.
Dear Joseph, you do not know us but I (Linda) know your mom and dad from when they lived in Ohio. Also your mom and I hung together whenever I came to Tennessee to visit my sister Cindy Lee. We are praying for you and having our church pray also. I am checking to see if you have been put on the World Network of Prayer (UPCI) yet. Which I know you probably have. It is something to read your daily progress. We believe God is able!
This is my prayer for you and your family.
Joseph, In Jesus Name let everything that is not right in your body receive the healing power of Jesus.
Dan 9:17-23
17 Now therefore, O my God, hear the prayer of thy servants, David and Mona, and their supplications, …
18 O my God, incline thine ear, and hear; open thine eyes, and behold their needs, … for David and Mona do not present their supplications before thee for their righteousnesses, but for thy great mercies.
19 O Lord, hear (I cried and He heard me); O Lord, forgive (cleanse me O God so you will hear my prayer); O Lord, hearken (hear us God, listen!)and do (Do it Lord!); defer not (don’t delay), for thine own sake, O my God: for thy city and thy people, David and Mona who are called by thy name! (Lord they have served you for years and bear your name!)
20 And whiles I was speaking, and praying, …and presenting my supplication before the LORD my God ….
21 Yea, whiles I was speaking in prayer, even the man Gabriel, …being caused to fly swiftly, touched me…. (Send forth your ministering spirits (your angels) to strengthen this family, Send reinforcements of minstering angels to Joseph’s bedside to bring healing and strength from God.
In Jesus Name
Ps 145
I will extol thee, my God, O king; and I will bless thy name for ever and ever.
2 Every day will I bless thee; and I will praise thy name for ever and ever.
3 Great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised; and his greatness is unsearchable.
4 One generation shall praise thy works to another, and shall declare thy mighty acts.
5 I will speak of the glorious honour of thy majesty, and of thy wondrous works.
6 …I will declare thy greatness.
8 The LORD is gracious, and full of compassion; slow to anger, and of great mercy.
9 The LORD is good to all: and his tender mercies are over all his works.
10 All thy works shall praise thee, O LORD; and thy saints shall bless thee.
13 Thy kingdom is an everlasting kingdom, and thy dominion endureth throughout all generations.
14 The LORD upholdeth all that fall, and raiseth up all those that be bowed down.
15 The eyes of all wait upon thee;
16 Thou openest thine hand, and satisfiest the desire of every living thing.
17 The LORD is righteous in all his ways, and holy in all his works.
18 The LORD is nigh unto all them that call upon him, to all that call upon him in truth.
19 He will fulfil the desire of them that fear him: he also will hear their cry, and will save them.
20 The LORD preserveth all them that love him:
21 My mouth shall speak the praise of the LORD: and let all flesh bless his holy name for ever and ever.
In Jesus Name!!!!!!!
January 27th, 2007 at 12:44 pm
MONA, DAVID & JENNIFER,
WE ARE THINKING OF YOU AND PRAYING FOR JOSEPH. WHEN AND IF YOU NEED US, WE’LL BE THERE.
January 27th, 2007 at 12:24 pm
We are Teresa Barnard’s grandaughters and just heard about your accident and hospital stay. We will be praying for you and know that God will take care of you. We hope you get better real soon. We saw your pictures on this site and even though we do not know you we are all sisters and brothers in Christ. You’re in our hearts and prayers, get well soon. Caitlyn and Hannah
January 27th, 2007 at 12:16 pm
We here at Ideal Image will be praying for you daily. Wishing you a speedy recovery. The staff at Ideal Image.
January 27th, 2007 at 10:47 am
wow joe!
you are becoming quite the celebrit!
i visit this site several times a day, expecting to hear more good news. it is wonderful all of the miraculous things the Lord has done so far. to God be the glory. i know you have had set backs the last few days, but God is not finished yet.
i have shared your story and this site with practically everyone that i know. your story has touched so many people. God is using this for His glory.
i am praying for you, and i know that you will make a full recovery. God is going to restore you completely. my lunch break at work has become my “joe time”. i check your site and go out to my car and spend that time praying for you and your family.
i miss seeing you at church; i love the way you worship. i can’t wait till i hear your laugh again! you are so unique, joe. so special. there is a board game out there somewhere begging to be played! it’s waiting for you, joe! and we’re waiting too. you are missed.
I pray God show His abundant mercies to you and your family. May He give you peace through this storm in your lives. May He keep you in the palm of his hand. May you trust in Him.
“I pray that God, the source of hope, will fill you completely with joy and peace because you trust in him. Then you will overflow with confident hope through the power of the Holy Spirit.”–Romans 15:13(NLT)
~~jodi
January 27th, 2007 at 9:02 am
Dear Friends,
I just heard about Joseph’s accident and wanted to tell you we were in a similar place one year ago with our son, Jeff. Dr. Abel (wonderful Dr.) was also Jeff’s Dr. But what we want to say is that Jeff and Joseph both have the Master Physcian taking care of them. There were rough days, but on one especially tough day, God spoke to me in a very real voice and said “Be still and know that I am God” (Ps. 46:10). Also, we know that for Joseph and Jeff that God “knows the plans he has for Joseph and Jeff”—[this is] the Lord’s declaration—plans for their welfare, not for disaster, to give them a future and a hope”. (Jer. 29:11) I and my family pray often for Joseph’s healing and for your comfort and peace through your valley.
Linda Sweet
January 27th, 2007 at 8:23 am
David & Mona,
Tammy and I have been keeping up with your son’s progress through this site since the accident. After reading all the comments from strangers and friends: Joseph has touched many lives and continues to do so…what a wonderful young man.
Your family remains in our thoughts and prayers.
Mike and Tammy Phillips
January 27th, 2007 at 4:23 am
Hello,
I do not know you or your family, but I was recently informed of you accident and wanted to let you and your family know that you will be in my daily prayers. I pray that God will give you and your family peace, and strength on a daily basis to face the obstacles that may come to you on a daily basis. Through God anything is possible even when we may not see the reason why. I hope that you have a speedy recovery and know that I am sure that a miracle is on the way.
God Bless,
Christian R. Schmelzer
January 27th, 2007 at 2:09 am
Hey Joe,
It is so werid not seeing you around your family. Buddy let me tell you how strong you are and how strong your family is! Joe, God is so GREAT! I am praying for you like I have never prayed before. I feel so gulity for not praying to God like I am now. I really hate that you had to go through this to wake so many of us up. I love ya and I KNOW that God is going to allow you to have a great message for the whole world when this test is over!!!!!! I can’t wait to have a shout down, worship service with you and the church as ONE! I love you and our whole church. Thanks for always being you no matter what.
I know that we have all heard this verse over and over again but you know what a wise man once told me to never under estimate the power of the word!
“I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me”. Philippians 4:13.
~love ya~
Tonya Berry
January 27th, 2007 at 1:40 am
Hey joe its me jonny i just got done talking to jennifer, she was just telling me how you were doing, and she said that you were not doing to well today, and she said that she was having a bad day today, as am I, I cant stop thinking about you and it hurts me so bad to look at you laying there, uno it seems like it should be me laying there not you, all the wreckless things that I have done in my life, and how good you have been compared to me, i wished it was me instead of you, but there is nothing I can do about it exept pray and ask God to heal you, but iam having faith that you are going to pull through this, and read this someday and think what a miracle God has brought me through.. I love you with all of my heart and soul, Ill be in town soon to visit you, hope you are awake so we can talk…
January 27th, 2007 at 1:09 am
Mona,
I’ve grown up knowing your family. You have the advantage of a long line of blood relatives and spiritual family that will stand by you & your family. Most importantly you have a Higher Power to carry you through this. I am so sorry to hear about your son. I am praying for you & yours. May you find a strength & peace to carry you through whatever may come. God bless
January 27th, 2007 at 1:07 am
Joe and family, I am sure that you wouldn’t know me by name, but I am the female manager at outback (the one with long hair), and was informed by one of your family members that ordered dinner to take to the hospital. She gave me information about your condition and told me about the site. She also did something else: She asked me to remember you and to say a prayer, so I did. I hope to see you bopping into Outback very soon. Also, Steven sends his prayers as well. Be strong, as personal will is the best medicine there is, and that goes for the whole family!
January 27th, 2007 at 12:32 am
joe, i got to see you tonight for the first time since last friday. i told you how you helped me find the only other pentecostal believer at farragut, and how we’re currently on project 11, but save joseph, instead of danny. haha, that was the most fun night ever! and i told you that i love you, because i really do. it sounded akward to say to you, because i’ve never really had to be serious with you before. but i really do love you, and i can’t wait to hear the good reports that i know are going to come soon
i love you joe, gnite
-rini
January 27th, 2007 at 12:06 am
Joe Im so sorry this happen to you. Your Such a sweet and loving person. I’ve been praying for you from the time I found out. I know your going to make it out of this as the same person you were before. We have really been missing you at work and praying for you. We all have been talking and keeping up with you. But Joe I love you and thank you for being such a sweet heart to everyone. Your such a great guy. I’ve never met such a great person. But I love you soo much and im praying for you and your family daily.
I love you Joe T.!
Love always,
Kelsey
January 26th, 2007 at 11:25 pm
Dear Joseph, David, Mona,and Jennifer,
My heart is so heavy for you all. The words are hard to come by. Wes and I long for Joseph’s healing and feel so helpless in this place. I am comforted by the truth that we are never helpless. The God that pitched a tent for the sun and set the stars in place has Joseph in the palm of his hand. Lift your sweet chin Joseph and bask in the warmth of His radiance. He knows your every hope and dream. He knows the plans He has for you. He is right there by your side. I pray you feel His presence in a mighty way and draw strength and comfort from His unfailing love for you. Truly, He is the Great Physician and the ultimate Healer. I pray His healing hands upon your head! Mona and David and Jennifer I pray that you too feel His incredible love for your sweet Joseph. He knows every hair on His head. He cries tears with you. May you feel His loving arms about each of you as I know you seek His face in this place. Nothing is impossible for Him. Know our prayers will be unceasing for your precious Joseph!
All our love and prayers,
Wes and Linda
January 26th, 2007 at 11:09 pm
Hi Joe,
You may not remember me, but i am from the Apostilic Church in Pontiac, Michigan. I have met you during my many trips to your church before. I am friends with many people at your church. I wanted to let you and your family know that i will pass the word up here about you and we will pray for a fast, speedy recovery for you. I pray that the Lord has his Hand on your doctors hands during every surgery. May God Bless you..
Daniel
January 26th, 2007 at 11:04 pm
David,
It is evident that your son has many great qualities. I want you to know that I have worked with head injured patients for the past three years and it is amazing what positive transformations occur. Many of the patients that were in the same condition as Joseph are now going to college, driving, dating, etc. I imagine that between your incredible drive and the great qualities you have described about Mona, plus she has to be special to put up with you, that Joseph will emege from this in ways you won’t believe.
Love,
Sid
January 26th, 2007 at 10:17 pm
hi Joseph you dont know me. Ijust wanted to let you know us here at FAC Maryville are praying for you .God bless you and youre family.
January 26th, 2007 at 9:58 pm
David and family. I believe that this set back with Joseph is a test of your faith. Believe in his healing. Hebrews 10.23 Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; (for he is faithful that promised;)
January 26th, 2007 at 8:27 pm
Joe,
I already left you one message today, but I cannot stop thinking about you. Tears are rolling down my face as I write this. All that I know to do is pray!! I read the message from the woman whose accident was much like yours. She has increased my faith. As I read, I see you smiling, laughing, having fun, playing volleyball. You can do everything that you have always loved and even things that you may hate. I have FAITH that you can do anything that you want. You are an incredibly strong person and an even stronger witness for the Lord!! Hang in there because so many of us have that FAITH that we will see you doing the things you love!!!
January 26th, 2007 at 8:21 pm
Joseph & Family, I am a friend of Wendy Cox. I have met you all on different occasions. I was just told the news of the accident today, and I am praying for you all. I am a Christian and know the power of the Living God first hand. I know that God can deliver and heal and revive at the last possible moment. I know that God’s grace is sufficient. His Strength is made perfect in our weakness. This is what I pray for you - That you draw from His Mighty, All Powerful Strengh in this time of weakness and know that He is still the Great Physician. Joseph, you are a great man of God and the sweetest person I have ever met.
With Love,
Charisma Mahan
January 26th, 2007 at 8:21 pm
Joseph,
We’ve never met, but your cousin Teri emailed me today about your site. It takes but a second to see how much you are truly loved. This Sunday morning on WIVK radio, in a show called Cross Country, I’m going to talk about you and encourage people to pray and to ask others to join us in believing that you will be fully restored. I’ll also tell your story and ask for prayer starting Monday during my regular show. You’ll be famous when you walk out of that hospital
) Then you can come on-air and tell everyone in person how prayer put your feet back on the ground and your nose back in those school books. To God be the glory! I’m already thanking HIM for your miraculous healing!
I look forward to a proper introduction soon :O)
Colleen
January 26th, 2007 at 7:47 pm
Dear Trantanella family,
I just found out today about the accident. I have submitted a prayer request at my church here in Montgomery, AL (Frazer United Methodist Church, www.frazerumc.org). We will be praying for you and believing God is in control.
“For nothing is impossible with God.” Luke 1:37
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.” Proverbs 3:5
January 26th, 2007 at 7:31 pm
I just want you to know that I have been praying for you, and for your family as well. God is working miracles in your life, and can’t wait to see your full recovery. Joseph you are a miracle already! There are so many people praying for you I think that it is beyond your imagination. You have made an impact in so many peoples lives, and through the reponse of people caring and praying for you it show what kind of person that you really are. Thank God for the testimony that you are already and what you are going to be. You are at the top of the Prayer List at FAC Maryville. Love Ya
Elijah Mayo
January 26th, 2007 at 7:21 pm
Joseph,I’m a very close friend of your uncle mark,or i should say we are best of friends, I was at your house a few thanksgivings ago.When mark called me and told me what happened i could feel the pain in his heart,and hear it in his voice.I know your family has faith in your recovery and i want you to know that i am praying for your strength to overcome this.and to your family i say,stay strong,keep the faith,and GOD bless you all. Mickey
January 26th, 2007 at 7:06 pm
Be strong Joseph, this BAD storm will pass, and sunshine will soon follow. Hang in there!!! We love you!
Jeremy, Amber, Alexis & Braxton
January 26th, 2007 at 6:25 pm
Just wanted to stop by and let you know that I have been praying for you, and thanking God for the recovery that has already taken place. Sometimes we want certian things to happen automaticly, but that is not how God always works. He has brought you a long way so quickly, Thank God! At FAC Maryville you are at the top of the prayer list, and we are all anticapating a quick full recovery. God Bless Elijah Mayo
January 26th, 2007 at 6:09 pm
hey joesph charles and i pray for the best for u and we know that GOD hears all our prays u are a big insperation to all young people your strong faith to GOD and your love to all people. so get well soon i will see u in church love u all charles and trudy
January 26th, 2007 at 4:54 pm
Joey, I knelt down by your hospital bed and I couldn’t help being overcome with tears as I held your hand. I love you so much. This hurts so bad that I actually feel physical pain. This has been the most overwhelming, traumatic experience of my life. It is so hard to look at you in this condition. You mean everything to me and I would give my life if it meant you could get up and walk out of this hospital. My heart is absolutely broken and there is nothing that anyone around me can do or say to put it back together. You are the only one that I want or need right now. Please get better soon. I love you.
~your sister
January 26th, 2007 at 4:54 pm
Hello.
My name is LJ Mossbarger and I am a friend of Teri Trantanella. When the accident happend, Teri sent me an email and asked to pray for you (Joe) and your family.
Everyday I come to this website and check on your progress. Even though I don’t know you or your family, I am praying for you everyday.
I’m only 29 and have two very small children of my own. I can’t imagine what this time is like for your family.
May God place his healing hand on you Joe.
I will continue to visit you on this website and continue praying for you.
From the pictures of you, your friends, and family, you seem like you are very awesome person.
God bless you and your family.
~LJ Mossbarger
January 26th, 2007 at 4:46 pm
Joseph:
Please know that you and your family are being prayed for by many, many people. I remember meeting you once when I attended Pellissippi with your Aunt Rhonda. You are a special young man with much to live for.
Best Wishes,
Deann
January 26th, 2007 at 4:44 pm
Joseph,
I have had you in my prayers since your Aunt Rhonda told me about your accident. I read the website everyday to keep up with your progress. Keep fighting hard - there are a lot of people praying for your recovery. I know God is watching over you. Cindy Andrews (friend of your Aunt Rhonda)
January 26th, 2007 at 4:29 pm
Joseph, may the peace of the Lord be with you.
Mechele (friend of your Aunt Rhonda)
January 26th, 2007 at 4:19 pm
i love u joejoe !!!! at the hospital ,
January 26th, 2007 at 4:17 pm
Dear Joseph,David,Mona and Jennifer,
Our love comes to you as Christian brothers and sisters and as dear friends. We pray constantly for your recovery and we know that God is all faithful and all powerful and we believe that He will heal you. We are at your service and would feel hurt if you did not call on us for anything you need. I have asked my church,Sharon Baptist,our chior and my Sunday school class to remember you in their prayers. It hurts so bad to know that Joseph is so badly hurt and that his family is suffering so much because of it. God bless in every way. Love,Homer,Shirley and Scott
01/26/07 4:15 pm
January 26th, 2007 at 4:02 pm
Joe,
We all are down here in the waiting room, looking at old pictures of you and Jenn. We are enjoying laughing at these fun, fun pictures! WE are unable to think clearly right now, so forgive us if we don’t make sense. love you joe! (and by the way this is sarah typing for the incapacitated rachel, ashley and aunt sharon.
January 26th, 2007 at 3:59 pm
Bro Dell&Sis.Carol Hall gave in a request for you at our church, Open Arms in Tipp City,OH. We want you to know we are praying and beleiving for a miracle! God is faithful! No weapon formed against us shall prosper!
Keep the faith,stand still and see the salvation of the Lord as Moses did.If theres anything further our church can do please call Pastor Bell at (937)339-9323.
January 26th, 2007 at 3:50 pm
Hello Joe
Just leaving you a few words today, I know things are getting a little difficult for you right now, but this will pass. You are a strong person and nothing will keep you down, this is just temporary. I know God will restore you. I love you and am praying for you constantly. You have touched my life in so many ways and now your life is touching thousands, but the best is yet to come. You will arise and go forth and show the world how the Lord has restored you and gave you a new song to sing, you will be trimuphant! Your testimony will bring others to the Lord and will cause many to believe and receive what the Lord has for them. I can’t wait to sit and talk and laugh with you once again. Thank you for all your support when I had difficult times to go through, your love kept me going.
today the voice of God I hear says “Be still and know that I am God”
Love and Hugs and Prayers for my favorite nephew.
Aunt Rhonda
January 26th, 2007 at 3:18 pm
Joseph,
We have been praying for you since the day of the accident and will continue in prayer, believing God for your total and complete recovery. I (Paula) was in Michigan on business when I received the news. Your cousin, Johnny Ward, is best friends with our nephew, John Ledbetter. Johnny called John and asked him to have his mom, Debbie, pray for you.
As with all urgent needs, the request quickly made its way through our family prayer chain. From the moment Debbie called me, I began to plead the blood of Jesus over you and believe God for your complete recovery. I write this email in faith believing that soon you will read this for yourself, thanking God for His healing powers.
To your family: Please know that you remain in our prayers. Even though we may not know you personally, we know who you are and that you are God’s children, our brothers and sisters in Christ. We hurt when you hurt. We rejoice when you rejoice, and we believe God as much for Joseph’s recovery as if it were our own child, brother or nephew.
Psalms 121:1-3 says, “I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills from whence cometh my help. My help cometh from the Lord, which made heaven and earth. He will not suffer thy foot to be moved; he that keepeth thee will not slumber.”
When your body grows weary, and your heart grows heavy, remember that our strength, our comfort, our help comes from the Lord. When you cannot hold your eyes open any longer for lack of sleep, please do not feel bad for gleening the rest you so greatly need. Remember that the Lord who watches over us (and Joseph) never sleeps. He has never left Joseph’s side. He has never left your side. He promised that He would never leave us or forsake us. He will go with us always, even unto the end of the world.
We love you and are praying for you.
Bro. Randy & Sis. Paula Asbury
January 26th, 2007 at 3:12 pm
Joseph,
Even though I did not know you, I am praying that you pull through this with a very, very heavy heart.
With the loss of my friend Channon Christian and her boyfriend… and attending her funeral, and memorial, I was pained to hear of another UT student fighting for his life. But, if anything has happened in my life this past month was that I know God has brought me to certain people for different reasons. I personally do not know you, but, spiritually, I am with you. I hope that once you get out of UTMC, that we can meet.
I will be adding you and your family to my church’s prayer list.
with much love for you and your family,
Anthony C.
January 26th, 2007 at 3:03 pm
I just heard about everything and I just wanted to say I am so sorry. Joe is one of the greatest people I ever met and he has such a big heart. I will pray for him. May the Lord be with him and his family.
January 26th, 2007 at 2:58 pm
Joseph and family,
I have just heard of the accident through a friend on Facebook. While I did not know Joseph, I do want to let you know I am praying for his recovery! Our God is an awesome God!! I pray that he deliver Joseph through this terrible ordeal! I pray also for your strength, and the strength of others to help you in this time.
May peace and love be with you now, and angels hold you tight through this storm,
Eileen Cutler
Palmdale, CA
January 26th, 2007 at 2:43 pm
Joseph and Family - My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Having been through a similar situation, I know the fears that surround you. Hold to your faith and trust that God is in control. Know that your UT family loves you all.
January 26th, 2007 at 1:59 pm
Hello David, Mona, Jennifer, and Joseph
I live in Northern Minnesota. I saw the prayer request for you, Joseph, on Everyon’s Connected. While I don’t know you and your family, or the friend who posted your story, I do know the mighty God that we serve.
Your family, your faith, and your God are strong!! I will be visiting this site to keep track of your progress as well as sending up prayers from Minnesota for all of you!
I want to leave you with a message I find inexplicably comforting during the trials of life. Hebrews 4:15-16 tells us that we have a high priest on our side who is moved by the feelings of our trials and that we are encouraged to come before His throne boldly, with our feelings, to receive mercy, grace, etc. to face the insurmountable task in front of us. My prayer today is that God will give you the strength, courage, and sustenance you need for the day!
With prayers for complete healing and love in Christ,
Andrea Penner
January 26th, 2007 at 1:53 pm
I am sorry to hear that you have had a set back. My heart is overwhelmed by the love that has been shared on this site. Tears flow as I read about the love and faith that people have posted and how you have touched so many lives. But most of all the tears flow for you and your family. I am praying for you and your family.
Robin Tindell
January 26th, 2007 at 12:36 pm
JOE, I hate that I cant make it ove to see you and your family.
I have been on here for the last hour reading all the comments. Its amazing how many lifes you have touched, I cant imagine how you will react when you read all of these. Its not even me and I am overwhelmed.
You will never have to worry about having enough friends..ha
January 26th, 2007 at 12:04 pm
Just wanted to write again to remind you that we love you and are praying for you. Our church, Promiseland church, here in Melbourne is praying and believing God on your behalf. Love and prayers, the Copelins
January 26th, 2007 at 10:40 am
On behalf of everyone at ACS, we would like to say we love you and we are praying for you. We just left the auditorium and felt the Holy Ghost so strong. We are believing God-the God whom you have served all of your life-to wrap his loving arms around you and for your complete healing.
Love,
Bro. Gino & Sis. Phyllis
& ACS
January 26th, 2007 at 10:19 am
Hey Joeseph,
I am from Pastor Robert L. Fries’ church in Sidney, Ohio. Sis. Gillette gave me this website and i wanted to leave you a message. I know i speak for all the young people in my church as well. I am praying for you and i know that God will heal you.
Like the Song that IBC sings, Hold on! I also pray for your family and loved one’s that they will stay strong and keep their faith high through this time. I hope to hear some good news!
January 26th, 2007 at 10:09 am
joseph,i found some conforting words i wanted to you! WITH GOD EVERY DAY IS A DAY TO BEGIN AGAIN-TO TRUST AND FEEL HIS LOVE FOR US,AND KNOW THAT IN ALL OF THE CONFUSION THERE IS A GIFT TO BE FOUND…WITH GOD EVERY DAY IS A DAY TO HOPE FOR THE VERY BEST -TO BELIEVE OUR PRAYERS ARE BEING HEARD,THAT GOOD NEWS IS ON THE WAY,THAT ANYTHING CAN HAPPEN BETWEEN YESTERDAY AND TOMORROW…WITH GOD EVERY DAY IS A DAY TO COUNT OUR BLESSINGS,TO REMEMBER WHOSE CHILDREN WE ARE,AND WHAT WE ARE CAPABLE OF THROUGH A FATHER WHO CARES SO MUCH ….WITH GOD EVERYDAY IS A DAY TO BE MADE NEW-TO FORGIVE AND HEAL,TO DO WITH WHAT WE CAN AND LEAVE THE REST TO GOD…KEEPING YOU CLOSE IN THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS JACKIE FRAKER WE WILL PRAY FOR YOU TOGETHER RIGHT NOW .LOVE
January 26th, 2007 at 9:00 am
Joe and family -
What a mighty God we serve! And how wonderful to know that He is an answerer of prayer. Although I do not personally know any of you, I am glad that your situation has been brought to my attention so I can pray for you. God bless you all; and remember that if God brought you to it: he’ll get you through it!
Your sister in Christ,
Rita
January 26th, 2007 at 8:39 am
Dear Joseph and family,
Although we live in the same neighborhood, we haven’t had the chance to meet. Thank you so much for the note on the mailbox. We had heard of the accident, and are glad to be able to follow your progress and offer you extra prayers. Our family will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Your neighbors on Chillingsworth Lane,
Patrick, Bevin, and kids
January 26th, 2007 at 8:02 am
We are praying for you and hope you recovery is quick.
Love,
Shannon Slover & Eddie Worthington
January 26th, 2007 at 7:21 am
Hi Joseph… I love you and am praying for you. I am the auntie of the ladies who started the Old HomeSchool House homeschooling magazine.. “Dear Lord, Please Bless Joseph and his family. Give them strength and healing. Praise You that we can come to You in our hour of most critical need, Thanks for hearing and answering our prayers”….grammagwen
January 26th, 2007 at 4:04 am
Our prayers are with you Joseph. Friends and family in New Zealand are praying for you. May God Bless you. Girvan Family
January 26th, 2007 at 1:00 am
“Yot-sef” -
I just wanted to tell you that I am so excited about the progress that you are making. I know there have been some set backs, but hey…thats alright. Jesus is still on the throne! Bottom line: “I…just feel like…something good is about to happen”…”over and over and over again”. Talk to you SOON Joe! Love ya bro!
-Roger
January 26th, 2007 at 12:19 am
Hi–Joseph–a friend of ours from “Iron Hill” pentecostal church in Parsons, Tennessee e-mailed us about your need. Our church family at the Bibleway Church in Linton, Indiana is praying for your needs and that God will give you peace and comfort at this time.
Sincerely, In Christain Love,
Ron & Robin Vandeventer
January 26th, 2007 at 12:02 am
Hello. You do not know me but I heard about this website through EC. I just wanted to let you know that you all will be in our prayers here in Missouri. God has brought him so far and will contine to do so. I got teary eyed when I saw how much God had brought him through and I don’t personally know you! God is an awesome God!!
God Bless You all,
Krista
January 25th, 2007 at 11:30 pm
Dear Joseph,
When we heard about the terrible news we were both devastated and immediately began to pray for your healing. We have wanted to come and visit but we heard that you have had so many visitors we thought we would wait. Instead we have been visiting your site daily to keep up with your recovery. We are not at all suprised that there have already been almost 50,000 hits on your website, or you have already made friends at the hospital or people that don’t even know you are praying ofr you, you never new a stranger and have friends everywhere. Your friends are praying for you and are going to help you pull through this. We love you and can’t wait to see the progress of your recovery. Get Well Soon!!!
Love,
Zac and Crystal Gronda
January 25th, 2007 at 11:25 pm
Joe,
I don’t know you really at all, but I do know your sister Jennifer pretty well. I also know what an amazing family you come from so I can only imagine how amazing you are. Keep fighting!!! You have all our love and support to get through this. God bless and I will keep praying.
Sincerely,
Jesyka O. Ferrin
January 25th, 2007 at 11:01 pm
Joe,
I am about to leave the hospital. I will be back tomorrow to see you. I love you. Rest up tonight, I know today was a hard day for you. Tomorrow will be a better day. I know God is going to fully restore you. I will see you tomorrow.
Love always, Ash
January 25th, 2007 at 10:55 pm
Joseph’s Family,
I just found out about Joseph’s accident. My sister, Jane Evans, loves Joseph. I am praying for him as well as the rest of the family. God is still in the miracle business.
Love and Prayers,
Aileen French
January 25th, 2007 at 10:41 pm
Joseph,
I just saw you a few minutes ago. The Lord has sure brought you through the thick of it already. You look so much better than you did Saturday. Your still as handsome to me as you ever were. You looked so peaceful. You had good color in your face.
I’m thankful to know that the Lord has his own schedule, and that he is in controll. It’s difficult to see a week, a month, a year from now. It’s gruelling having to wait. Time goes so slowly when you have to get somewhere fast. Kind of like when you are running late for church and hit evey red light, and get behind someone who thinks the sky that day is the prettiest shade of blue. Or trying not to bite into that tootsie pop when you know that it’ll taste so good when you get there. You dont want to ruin it by getting the chunks of candy in the chocolate. “For the race is not for the swift, Nor to the strong, but it is there for those who endureth to the end.”
I love you,
Uncle Danny
P.S. Good news Your neighbor Courtney Trent got to go to her own private room today. I believe she was blessed and benifited greatly due to the fact that you were there.
January 25th, 2007 at 10:18 pm
Hey Big Joe,
I want to tell you that you have always been an example to me. I know I don’t tell or show this much, but I love you man. And I have been praying for you. Remember all the years we went to Madisonville, we had so much fun together. You were the reason why so many of us got to go. I will forever cherish those memories. I remember when all of us were staying beside Bro.Stoneking, and we woke him up. The next night he came over to our hotel room and ate pizza with us. Those campmeetings in Madisonville were the best and I enjoyed going every year. Thanks for sharing those experiences with me. I got to see you tonight for the first time. It was hard seeing you like that. Get better man so we all can play games together, I promise I will play. (thats alot coming from me)
I love you and will continue to pray for your full recovery.
Brans
January 25th, 2007 at 9:53 pm
Greetings to Joe and family! As many have already said, you all have been in my thoughts and prayers. There is another sister who works with me and we were discussing you all when our co-workers began listening and asking questions. Not only do you have added prayers petitioning heaven on your behalf, but you have opened the door for us to share the miracles that are happening everyday for you and your family. God bless you and I pray his continual hand in this situation.
Love and Prayers,
Jen (Maryville)
January 25th, 2007 at 9:48 pm
Hey Joe! My family and I have all been praying for you. Keri has too. You have been in my prayers and have stayed on my mind. I have been on this website probrably 50 times since they have made it to check up on you. i hope you get better real soon!! I love you and miss you!!
love,
jenn bigg
January 25th, 2007 at 8:11 pm
Dear Joe,
We found out about the accident from my mother and having been praying for you each day every since. We have faith that God will bring you through this. I wish we were able to come by and visit and see your family. Your family has always been good to me throughout the years, and we will constantly keep you in our prayers.
God Bless
January 25th, 2007 at 8:06 pm
Joseph,
You don’t know me that well, but I work at Home Federal in Powell. I saw your papaw Joe and your aunt Maria yesterday. Instead of the smiles thats usually on their faces there were saddness. Your family is so close when one is hurting, everyone hurts. You and your family are in my heart and prayers.
Tammy Karnes
January 25th, 2007 at 7:47 pm
Hi Joseph and family,
We don’t know each other but some of your church family has asked us to pray for you. So that is what we are doing,we are praying for your recovery and for your family. I know this is going to be a very hard and long road for you all but faith and Gods love will help you through this. I just wanted to let you know that we will be praying.
God bless you!!!
Kristin
January 25th, 2007 at 7:44 pm
We are praying!!! We also believe God will bring him to complete health.
January 25th, 2007 at 7:02 pm
Proverbs 3:7-8 (The Message)
Trust God from the bottom of your heart;
don’t try to figure out everything on your own.
Listen for God’s voice in everything you do, everywhere you go;
he’s the one who will keep you on track.
Don’t assume that you know it all.
RUN TO GOD! RUN FROM EVIL!
YOUR BODY WILL GLOW WITH HEALTH,
YOUR VERY BONES WILL VIBRATE WITH LIFE!
(My emphasis)
Be well and be blessed by how much good has come from this tragedy. God’s message is being shared.
January 25th, 2007 at 7:01 pm
All of us at the chevron wish you well and will keep you in our prayers.
We did not hear of your accident untill today when your grand-dad Joe T. stopped in for gas.
Get well soon.
Joe Haynes
Buster Gallagher
Joe Roberts
January 25th, 2007 at 7:00 pm
Joseph,
As a Mom I am praying with a Mom’s heart for your recovery and I am praying for your family. You have a beautiful family your parents really love and adore you. How blessed you are Joseph, I have 3 sons I can only imagine going through what your Mother is going through right now. I can see her strength is in the Lord and just know there are prayers going out everywhere for you, young man. Blessings and can’t wait to see your pics when your all better.
January 25th, 2007 at 6:08 pm
I was a student of Nikki Copelin on behalf of Truth & Life Family Worship we extend our prayers to you that you are healed by the stripes of Jesus Christ. we pray for a speedy recovery and hope that you are continually encouraged to know that GOD is still in control. Continue to believe on HIM and your faith shalll make you whole.
January 25th, 2007 at 6:06 pm
Joe,
Miss seeing your smiling face @ IBC! Hope you get well soon…we’re all praying for you, buddy, and leaning on the promises of God-for He alone does all things well!!
January 25th, 2007 at 6:05 pm
I was a student of Nikki Copelin on behalf of Truth & Life Family Worship we extend our prayers to you that you are healed by the stripes of Jesus Christ. we pray for a speedy recovery and hope tht you are continually encouraged to know that GOD is still in control. For the enemy comes to kill, steal and destroy, but Jesus came so that you can have life and have it more abundantly.
January 25th, 2007 at 5:57 pm
Joseph and family,
You have been in our thoughts and prayers for over a week. Our prayer is for God to comfort and heal as the days go by.
God Bless
Donna & David
January 25th, 2007 at 5:56 pm
Joe,
Miss you at IBC….just not the same…You’re gonna have to visit again soon. If for no other reason than to play the, “This is the___” game. Fun times….
Praying for you. Can’t wait to see you again!
Love ya,
Erika H
January 25th, 2007 at 5:50 pm
I hear it has not been the best day, but better days will come. Sister Wanda Matthews and I have been up to visit with your parents a few times. You know we are praying for you all. Hang in there. God is faithful.
Johnny and Denna Loop
January 25th, 2007 at 5:29 pm
God bless you! You are obviously much-loved.
January 25th, 2007 at 5:24 pm
God be with you. You are in my prayers. May his will be done in healing you. I pray also for strength for your family in these tough times. God Bless, Darrahl Stanford
January 25th, 2007 at 5:03 pm
Hey Joe,
Even though I’m just downstairs, I’m missing you. When you opened your eyes for the first time for me I nearly cried right then and there. You are in my continual prayers. I know that God is in this, because nothing can come against his children without first going through him.
You rest now and get strong. My prayer joins those of people worldwide for your restoration.
January 25th, 2007 at 4:59 pm
Hello,
My friend, Nikki Copelin, Joseph’s former music teacher who now lives in FL., emailed asking I remember Joseph as I chant. Nikki knows I’m Buddhist, but I truly believe that all our prayer/chant offerings go to The One.
I have been doing so since receiving her email request earlier today.
Joseph, you are truly blessed to have such loving friends as Nikki and the many others who are wrapping their love around you as you struggle with your recovery.
Siincerely,
Sue Katz
January 25th, 2007 at 4:46 pm
Please know the United Pentecostal Churches in Holland are praying for you.
God bless you.
The Tuttles
Missionaries
January 25th, 2007 at 4:13 pm
Joe,
Just wanted to let you know that I am praying for your complete recovery. You are such a blessing to so many people inclduing me. Your faithfulness to the Lord is amazing to me. We were so blessed to hear about your progress yesterday. We have hope only in the Lord. Alan has been up to see you many times since your accident and we are both praying for you. I can’t wait for you to meet your new baby girl cousin……yes another Alayna. She is looking forward to meeting you too. We love you and see you soon.
Rita Lee
January 25th, 2007 at 4:10 pm
Joe T whats up buddy!!! I cant believe how many rumors are circulating around rubys. Man you are the talk of the town! I miss havin’ ya around so that we can joke about the mannerisms of everyone. I miss you dude! I’m praying for you and i keep waiting for the moment when i hear that you can FINALLY get out of that bed. It looks really uncomfortable. Oh yeah you better get used to lots and lots of love cause you are getting more than you can even imagine! I love you and im praying for you.
Richard L. Howard
Joseph,
I come to work hoping to see you everyday. Its so lonely without you around, everyone misses you so much. I’ve been praying for you and your family everyday. Everyone at Rubys says that they are thinking about you and you were in their prayers also. Well I was just gonna tell you how much I miss having you around, but everyone is praying for you and hoping for you to get better real soon!
Jessica Eckhardt
January 25th, 2007 at 3:37 pm
Joseph, Even though we have never met, I work for your Dad and I know your Dad is a man of God and also your mom. I justed wanted to let you know Wiley and I will pray for you and your family. Trust in God for he knows all and he has everything in his hands. We wish you the very best and will be watching for your recovery. God Bless!!!!
January 25th, 2007 at 3:25 pm
Hi Joseph…
Although I have never had the pleasure of knowing you persoally, one of my dearest friends Sophia goes to the Univeristy of Tenn. Once I heard what happened, I felt like God was telling me to reach out to you. I immediately found the website and wanted to show my support, love, and prayers. I believe God is with you at this very moment…carefully watching over you right beside your bed. I trust that God will bring you through this tough time, and I pray everything will soon be alright:-)
To the family I pray that you stay strong. All things are poosible through God who STREGTHENS us. I claim right now in the name of the Father, Joseph will pull through and his trust in God will take the pain away. God said…Ask, and yea shall receive.
My love, my heart, my best wishes, my prayers…
Nikki
January 25th, 2007 at 3:24 pm
Hi Joseph…
Although I have never had the pleasure of knowing you persoally, one of my dearest friednds Sophia goes to the Univeristy of Tenn. Once I heard what happened, I felt like God was telling me to reach out to you. I immediately found the website and wanted to show my support, love, and prayers. I believe God is with you at this very moment…carefully watching over you right beside your bed. I trust that God will bring you through this tough time, and I pray everything will soon be alright:-)
To the family I pray that you stay strong. All things are poosible through God who STREGTHENS us. I claim right now in the name of the Father, Joseph will pull through and his trust in God will take the pain away. God said…Ask, and yea shall receive.
My love, my heart, my best wishes, my prayers…
Nikki
January 25th, 2007 at 2:58 pm
Bro. Joe,
We just heard the news and wanted to let you know that you are in our prayers. We’re believing in the God of miracles for your recovery. You’re in our thoughts.
In Christ,
Joseph and Jessica (Oomens) Romero
January 25th, 2007 at 2:31 pm
Joseph,
Yesterday was such a good day. I left work to visit you and while I was visiting with you in the critical care unit Alayna finally took off walking on her own in the waiting room with Maw Maw and Paw Paw (after taking small steps for 3 months.) I found this to be a powerful metaphor for your upcoming recovery.
You responded with blinks from your eyes and hand gestures as we talked to you and prayed for you. You were taking some baby steps too and it was soo exciting to see looks of relief and happiness on your mom and dad’s faces. Joseph, we are waiting with you for as long as it takes for your complete healing. Today I have been tearful again and so sorrowful that you are experiencing pain. Keith closed my office door for us to have prayer together for you. Afterwards, I came to the website and my faith was uplifted as I read the posts for you. I know that when you are able to read again, these words of encouragement will be a strength for you as well. I will leave you with a quote I read on the wall in the Hospital Chappel - - - - -
We were to believe in spite of not believing
That was what faith was all about
There are times when I am sorrowful and times when I am hopeful, but what stands firm is that even in times of my own doubt and fear, God is still faithful. He is faithful when I believe and He is faithful when I doubt. God is faithful to bring you through this, and all of us who love you will be with you for every new step you will need to take.
With all my love sweetheart!
Aunt Leah
January 25th, 2007 at 2:28 pm
Hey Joe, Its my 5th time writing you now, but I just wanted you to know how much I love you and I KNOW you will make it through just fine! GOD LOVES YOU LITTLE BUDDY!!! And so does millions more……
love
Amber
January 25th, 2007 at 1:55 pm
Chuck,Kelly,Andrew,Hannah,Caroline Robinson,
Joseph,
You do not know me or my family but we are praying for you to experience a full recovery. Your father is a dear friend and we are praying for your entire family. The Lord is good and He will never forsake us. God bless you Joseph.
Forever in our prayers,
The Robinson’s
January 25th, 2007 at 1:17 pm
joe! this sounds almost bad, but i think seizures/other temporary complications like this were expected. i know know know that God is right there with you right now, and He is taking care of what is going on. i miss you so much, and i can’t wait until i get to come up and see you again. it’s been almost a week since i’ve got to go up, but i know that there is someone up there with you taking care of you. i love you joe, i know God is/will protect and heal you
-rini
January 25th, 2007 at 12:44 pm
joe, you are constantly in my thoughts and i wish nothing but the best for you and your family. i have only had the opportunity to have you in a couple classes, but you are such a great guy you left a lasting impression on me. we miss you in class, and i can’t wait to see you again. get well very soon.
love,
elaina
January 25th, 2007 at 12:43 pm
Dear joseph and family.
I just read the update and shot off into prayer. The first thing God said was, “SPEAK TO IT”. Speak to the situation and place it all in God’s hands. He also said, “I go to Joseph and I met him in a place that nobody else can go. I am with him and he is not alone. I am sealing him with my instructions as he sleeps”. God allowed you to encourage us for a short time. Now he has to take you away to do more work on the inside. So many times He has told me, not to be concerned with what is going on on the outside. Be concerned with the relationship that is working all things out, on the inside. It is difficult and confusing to watch through the fleshly eye. Ephesians 1:13 And you also were included in Christ when you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation. Having believed, you were marked in him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit, YOU ARE SEALED=FENCED IN AND PROTECTED BY GOD. THE ENEMY IS NOT ALLOWED TO TAKE YOU OVER WITHOUT GOD’S AUTHORITY. YOU ARE MARKED (SEALED) BY GOD, THROUGH THE BLOOD OF JESUS CHRIST. The enemy comes but he sees the stamp that says, STOP, OFF LIMITS, AND GENUINE. You are being sedated to draw your strength from the vine. I look forward to seeing your new strength. We will see his glory through you!
Love you all,
Love, Sunny
January 25th, 2007 at 12:18 pm
Joseph and Family,
Words cannot express how are hearts sank when we heard of your accident. There is no doubt that you have so many people that love and care for you and that God Himself will wrap you in His presence. With so many people praying our faith is lifted higher and higher knowing that the Creator of Heaven and Earth will no doubt walk you through this.
We will rejoice with you in your recovery and saturate Heaven with our prayers. Please know Oklahoma is praying for you!
January 25th, 2007 at 11:59 am
Hey Joe,
I want to start off by saying that you are one of a kind, no one else compares. You are so special to me. I have no other friend like you and I never will. You have always wanted the best for me and did everything in your power to make it happen. I might have not agreed with you at times, but that’s what made our friendship special. Oh, Joe like this summer in Louisiana, man we had our differences didnt we. lol
But, through all of that mess I loved you with all my heart. I promise to take a trip with you when you get better. You have always been strong Joe, so I know you are fighting with everything you have to get through this.
I have been at the hospital as much as I can. I have been lucky to see you everyday since the accident. Yesterday (Jan. 24) , was the first day you were able to hold my hand. I just cried and cried, because I was so excited you knew who I was. You are improving each and everyday. I can’t wait to talk to you. I love so much, its hurts me to see you like this. Joe, you would be so proud of your parents and Jenn they have been such troopers through all this. They are holding up and doing everything they can for you. Your mom, dad and Jenn have been taking turns staying up at the hospital with you thats how much they love and care for you. I also have been practically living there with them. I am there everyday and I only leave for my classes. You have so much support from all the family and all your friends.
Well Joe, you have grown up believing in God, who can heal sick and wounded. You have hear hundreds of people tell their testimonies of what God has done for them. Now Joe, it is YOU who will be able to tell others how God has made you be a miracle in itself. Keep getting better ok. So, others can hear you tell your story.
I love you with my whole heart and I will continue to pray for you until you get better.
Love always, (your favorite cousin) Ashley
January 25th, 2007 at 11:53 am
Joseph,
Tears came to my eyes when we got word of your accident knowing full well that your father and I have boys the same age. We immediately put
you and your family on the church’s prayer hotline.
We are keeping up with your progress because Adrian gave us your web-
site address, and we have been edified and encouraged by all of the responses to the site.
Continuing to pray for your strength and recovery!
January 25th, 2007 at 11:53 am
Hello joseph, and family you guy’s don’t know me , but you have been in our prayers last sunday at church “calahan rd. bapt.” Gary asked prayer as he described this terrible accident, and the love he expressed for the family then another co-worker asked prayer as well simply know that you are loved God is working he cares so much for you for joseph he is always there always loving always faithful lean on him lean on the fellowship of the brotherhood of christ jesus allow them to help lift you up I know from past experiance sometimes this road of life seems very rocky, and hard to walk you sometimes may feel all alone, but know deep inside there is a light at the end of the tunnel you are never alone there are a lot of folks who love you who go to the father in heaven daily on your behalf praying gods will in your life in hopes of a quick recovery for joseph we love you may God bless you love in Christ Jesus. Tim
January 25th, 2007 at 11:18 am
Dear Brother David, Sister Mona, and Jennifer
We had special prayer for Joseph last night and one of the brothers stood in proxy. We annointed him with oil and spoke to the mountain. We are persuaded that the Lord is still on the throne and that Joseph will be OK. This morning I read that he is having siezures. Not to worry. God is simply reprogaming the electrical impulses. The words I speak they are spirit and they are life. Believeth thou this !
January 25th, 2007 at 11:07 am
Joseph,
I want you to know that I am praying for you. I am fully expecting God to bring you out! You are in my prayers.
Paul
January 25th, 2007 at 11:06 am
Joseph,
We are praying for you and your family.
The Rodenbush Family
January 25th, 2007 at 10:52 am
Joe,
Where do I even start. I was very upset when I heard the news, but we know a GREAT GOD! His promise says…”In ALL things, whatsoever ye shall ask in prayer believing, ye shall receive.” Matt. 21:22. I am praying and believing for your complete healing. After all, who else will come in my office and play mastermind? We miss you at IBC. Please know that you are loved and in our prayers.
January 25th, 2007 at 10:40 am
Joseph,
Win, Kody and I have been praying for you. I just had to comment after reading your Aunt Brenda’s note. A few days ago, the devotional I am now using had the same scripture passage from Psalms 41 that she referenced. The theme of that day’s devotion was how there is no limit to the size of a miracle from God. I also thought of you and prayed that very same scripture for you. This is just confirmation of how God is working a miracle right before our very eyes. We are praising and thanking God for a full recovery for you. We love you!
The Ragons
January 25th, 2007 at 10:36 am
While I have never meet you Joseph, I “know” you through my knowing Dawn Widner. She told me about this terrific challenge you and your family are facing. From what I know of your family, God will sustain you and guide you through this. I will keep you and yours in my prayers for patience and recovery from this and guidance to all of us so that we may find and fullfill God’s purpose for us.
Thinking of you,
Lolita Kressin
January 25th, 2007 at 10:31 am
Joseph, Last night while I was praying and reading the Bible God gave me this scripture, found in Psalms 41: 1-3. “How blessed is he who considers the helpless; the Lord will deliver him in a day of trouble. The Lord will protect him, and keep him alive, and he shall be called blessed upon the earth; and do not give him over to the desires of his enemies. The Lord will sustain him upon his sickbed; in his illness, thou dost restore him to health.” (New American Standard). I called your mom and gave her this scripture before going to bed last night. I found out this morning that you were having seizures and I realized exactly why God gave me that scripture last night. Praise be to God! I’ve been praying HIS WORD for you this morning. I trust everything is going to be fine. I love you, Aunt Brenda.
January 25th, 2007 at 10:17 am
GOD OUR LORD HAS EVERYTHING UNDER HIS PERFECTLY TIMED CONTROL. LE’S HOPE IN HIM!
SARA TORRES
KOREA
January 25th, 2007 at 10:00 am
Joseph, Bro. David, Sis. Mona, and Jennifer
We want you and your family are in our prayers every day. Savannah has now picked up on it and always prays for “Mommy’s friend Joseph” every night before we go to bed. Know that we have lots and lots of people praying for you. Everywhere we go we have the church that we’re preaching at pray for you.
I can’t help but go back and remember the days that I used to “babysit” you and Jenn (even though you were like 12). I had so much fun with you guys! I remember the night that I was at your house, thinking that it was just going to be the 3 of us, and it ended up being the whole Triplett gang, too. Seems like we spent like $50 on pizza (which were like $5 each) just to feed the whole group. We had a blast!
We love you and can’t wait to hear of more AWESOME things that God’s doing in your recovery.
Love,
The Hosacks
(Andy, Rachel and Savannah)
January 25th, 2007 at 9:28 am
Hey Guys, I hope you guys got the rest you needed to get get through another day a the hospital. I was with the Trent Family last night and got to talk with you and your family for a few minutes until my friend finally fell asleep. Know that your family is in my prayers. Good luck and rest assured things are in muck larger hands than ours.
January 25th, 2007 at 9:20 am
Joseph, David, Mona & Jen,
We are so blessed to hear that your condition is improving. We check with Bryan Stewart everyday for updates of your condition. We found out last night about this website. We are praying for you and your family daily! We know that our GOD is faithful. We love you and your family. The Kukendall Family
January 25th, 2007 at 8:25 am
Hello Trantanella Family, (HEY TRANT)
I am praying for Joe and your family every minute of everday. Joe I know that you are probably just as strong as your sister, and you are going to pull through! The Lord will help you through this, remember your family and friends love you! Keep pushing and walking and remember when you look back and you only see one set of footsteps instead of two, that means the Lord is carrying you, let him carry you through this! I will continue praying for you! God Bless you and your family! (Love you Jen Trant, I am praying harder than I have ever prayed!)
January 25th, 2007 at 8:11 am
Good Morning Joe
I got to see you last night, I was so overcome by your progress toward
your recovery. I know you will be restored fully and completely.
Your a soldier in God’s army. I check your website very often and I have to tell you every time I hear that song, I will praise you in the storm, it makes me cry. It is so appropriate and sounds like the song in your heart.
Your such an inspiration and your life has touched hundreds and maybe thousands, God has a plan and your definitely in His hands, HE had your
operating room ready for you and your surgeon prepped and prepared to take care of you. This to shall pass!
You are in the shelter of His arms, I love you Joe and I know you will be back to the same Joe you have always been. My heart and my thoughts continue to pray for you all day long and I wake up during the night and pray for you, my heart is so broken for your pain and suffering but I know God will bring you through this.
I am so proud of you, and Jennifer. Jennifer is standing by your side and is the best sister she could ever be. I can’t hardly pry Ashley away, she loves you so much. All of your cousins and friends and family love and pray for you, what an outpouring of love and support you have.
Your one of God’s true treasures. We need you and will wait and pray for your speedy recovery. It is so hard to see you laying in the bed and can’t get up and laugh and talk and enjoy all the people who have come in droves to support and show there love for you. I know you knew I was there and I hope next time I see you, you will open your eyes and
not have any pain. I love you Joe, see you soon.
Love Your Aunt Rhonda
January 25th, 2007 at 8:07 am
TRANTANELLA FAMILY,
IT”S A BLESSING TO KNOW THAT JOSEPH IS GETTING BETTER. WE LOVE YOU GUYS & ARE STILL PRAYING. WE KEEP YOU IN OUR THOUGHTS ALL THE TIME. IT IS JUST A BLESSING HOW HIS RECOVERY IS COMING ALONG. IF YOU NEED ANYTHING DON”T HESITATE TO CALL. WILL BE BACK TONIGHT TO CHECK IN. LOVE, SAM, CANDICE, ANGEL, & TIFFANY
January 25th, 2007 at 12:42 am
Hey Joe,
I already signed this once, but as always i have more to say. I went up to the hospital to see you last night, well actually just to see your family. Can’t come back to see you yet, but I am sure we will all be back there with you having a big party soon. Neways as we were leaving last night I got to thinking about all the fun times we used to have at your house. I think we all practically lived there senior year. I was thinking about the time all of the girls came over after volleyball practice and you let us borrow your clothes and use your big hot tub. Not only did you do that, but you even went out and bought us a big chic-fil-a platter. You always go above and beyond to make sure everyone is having a blast at all times. How bout the time you let me and Steph use your tanning bed, and we burned ourselves up with some crazy tanning lotion you had…lol. You know I could go on and on. Can’t wait till you get completely better so we can do some major catching up! I love ya!!!! ~Ash
January 25th, 2007 at 12:31 am
Joseph, I hope that you are not lonely. I wish that you could know that we are with you even though we cannot be physically in the room with you. I am sleeping in the waiting room again tonight, and will be up to see you with dad at 5:30am. I hope that you are resting well. I know that you didn’t want us to leave today and it broke my heart to walk out. We can only come back to see you when they let us. If we were aloud to stay, then you know that we would never leave your side. I love you and we are right down stairs. You are doing well and I am happy for you but I am sorry that you are in such tremendous pain. I would trade places with you in a heartbeat if I could. It’s so hard to see you suffer. I know you are healing and I have faith that you will fully recover. I can’t wait until that day I walk you out of the hospital doors! I love you!
~your jenny
January 25th, 2007 at 12:09 am
Joseph,
You don’t know me, I am Debbie Bentons sister, and a “childhood” friend of your parents. I am so glad to hear you are doing so well. Praise be to God! You all have been in my thoughts and prayers from the moment I heard of your accident. May God continue to bless you and stengthen your whole family during this time. Love and prayers from Dayton, OH.
January 25th, 2007 at 12:01 am
Hey,
I don’t know Joe, but accidentally stumbled on to a Facebook group about him. I am sorry to the family, and I will keep Joe in my Prayers. Hold strong onto your Faith, for God is good, and will give you the strength to overcome any obstacle.
Nathan Brock
January 24th, 2007 at 11:12 pm
Joseph,
I’m sorry to hear your friend Amber is blind (January 24, 2007 12:10 am) I’ll be sure to pray for her. I know you would want that.
Terina and I can’t wait to see you. I promise I wont try to make you laugh, even though I will probably be tempted to.
This experience has brought me closer to everyone. I am paying more attention to the needs around me, realizing that one person can make a difference in the lives of others. “It is no secret. What I’ve done for others I can do for you”
When your down, down and out, Jesus he will bring you out. Lift you up, turn you round, place your feet on solid ground. He’s my help in the storm. He’ll give you strength to carry on. Allright He’ll make it allright. Allright He’ll make it allright. He will make it alllllllllllllllllllll, allllllllllllllllright He’ll make it alright.
I love you,
Uncle Danny
January 24th, 2007 at 11:06 pm
Hi Joseph, we are so delighted to see the mighty hand of God at work! We have many of our friends praying for you and your family. We’re praying that by the time we get back down to see you guys, you’ll be ready for some Marble Slab ice cream! The biggest size of course! We love and pray for you. Psalm 30:5 Weeping may endure for the night, but joy comes in the morning. In Christ name, Patty & Gil from Ohio.
January 24th, 2007 at 11:05 pm
Joseph and Family,
Just want all of you to know that we are praying for you. This is a wonderful website and I am checking on you regularly. Thank GOD for improvement and healing.
Bro. Paul Cookenour
January 24th, 2007 at 11:04 pm
Hey Joseph,
It has been a few days since I have written. I have been so busy reading and keeping up with your GREAT! progress. It’s the first conversatin of the day at school. Ain’t God Good? Even in this time of hurt and pain for you and a different kind of hurt and pain for many friends and family, you have helped thousands of people. Your Situation has brought others closer to God, increased the times of prayer, brought families closer together in realizing not to take our loved ones and those we love for granted. To cherish each moment we have together, and that a moment lost is never regained. I thank you for letting us into your “not so good” time of your life, but most of all I thank you for helping me to stay focused on the important things in life…..each other. Joseph, you are LOVED and remember God is always in the right place, at the right time. through the power of prayer of many people I know that you will continue to improve. So get well soon. You have alot of reading to do.
Love and Prayers,
Sis.Kathy and Bro. Mike
January 24th, 2007 at 10:57 pm
Joe,
My name is Antonia. I know that you don’t know me, but we have a mutual friend–Rachael Turner. Rachael sent me a message about you the other day, and she ask me to put you on our prayer list at church. I attend The Church of Jesus Christ in Kingsport, TN (Pastor Anthony Adinolfi). I just wanted you to know that our church will be praying for you and your family as you continue on to the road of recovery. As you know, prayer is powerful and God still answers prayers and performs miracles. You are a miracle already…God has brought you thus far, he’ll take you the rest of the way. He promised to never leave us nor forsake us, so hang in there. For hope, peace, and comfort, read Psalms 91. In this passage, the Lord says that he will give his angels charge over us to keep us in all our ways. I can testify to that, and I know that you can as well. So, just praise Him in this storm, for this too shall pass. May God Bless you all.
Love in Christ,
Antonia Adinolfi
January 24th, 2007 at 10:56 pm
Hey Joe,
My name is Paul Volan. My brother Jeff told me about your accident and this website. I wanted you to know that we’re praying for you at the Pentecostals of Cooper City in South Florida. I’m the youth pastor here and we had our youth group pray for you tonight at our youth service and we’ve had our ladies prayer team praying for you. I’m so happy to hear the great reports. We’re expecting and praying for more in the coming days!!!
God Bless!
January 24th, 2007 at 10:02 pm
Hi Joe. I don’t know you but I have 3 sons just a little older than you are. My prayers are with you and especially your mom and dad and sister. I pastor in Meadville, PA. Our church had special prayer for you tonight. We serve a great God
January 24th, 2007 at 9:56 pm
Hey JOE!!! I’m so glad you are doing really, really good!!! I heard you were responding!!!
I was Praying a whole lot and I was hoping you will heal very, very, very soon!!!
P.S.- Jenn will you try to call me again i lost ur # in my phone~~~
901-598-0405
mtaboy@midsouth.rr.com
January 24th, 2007 at 9:55 pm
Little Buddy,
It was so good to get the Great news today. I sure do miss you coming in the bank with that BIG SMILE on your face and you telling me the latest on Papa Joe.I want you to know we have been praying for you and God has answered our prayers. If anybody reads this and thinks there is know God they need to look at you. You are such a joy to be around and you are so full of life God has plans for you.Count your blessings day by day, and all your cares will fly away. Just rest know and take it day by day so you will heal good. May God be with you and Bless you.
Your Friend,
Shedelah Pepper
Home Federal Bank (Powell,- Gibbs)
January 24th, 2007 at 8:13 pm
Hey Joseph,
I havent had much time to alk to you but i thought your christmas skit was really funny.
I hope you get better soon and hope to see you at church sometime.
See ya around.
January 24th, 2007 at 8:05 pm
Joe,
We met you and your sister one night when we were out walking our dog. You stopped to introduce yourselves and let us know that you had just moved in. It was an honor to meet you! And we look forward to knowing you better. You are obvioulsy blessed with a family that loves you dearly. May you be strong and keep God in your heart through your trying times. You will be in our prayers!
God Bless,
Keith, Janie, and the little ones
January 24th, 2007 at 8:02 pm
well joe praise god for beening able to get the venitalier out today your showing such progress.we love you and your family, well come back tommorow for more details.well keep praying. sam,candice angel& tiffany
January 24th, 2007 at 7:58 pm
Dave -
Just wanted to let you know that all your friends here in Huber Heights pray that Joe (he looks like you so much) makes a full & godspeed recovery. Jerry Poland now works at our recruiting agency - and he tells me that your son is a super-good kid.
I know this is a tough time right now. So, If there’s any I can do to help or support you …please don’t hesitate to call me. (937) 277-9003 home#
Your Friend,
Dennis
January 24th, 2007 at 7:57 pm
I know your family may not remember me, but I go to Rev. R. M. Hendricks church in Madisonville, Ky. Joseph comes to Greater Lighthouse every year for camp meeting. When I heard of the accident my heart went out to you. It’s wonderful to hear of his progress. It’s truely a miracle what God has done. I can’t wait to see you worshipping with us at Greater Lighthouse this coming August, Joseph. May God Bless you and all of us in Madisonville love you!!
God Bless,
Bethany Crouch
January 24th, 2007 at 7:18 pm
My name is Cindy Rector. Neither Joseph or your family knows me, but I remember waiting on Joseph a few months ago when I worked at Office Max in Powell. He has a very unforgetable personality! I am so sorry to hear of his accident. I’m glad to hear he is improving and I just wanted you to know that Joseph and all your family will be in my prayers.
God Bless
January 24th, 2007 at 7:15 pm
In the whole world there are a lot of people that God has taken care of but if we could hope that he can take care of one more person the world would be be a better place. You !
January 24th, 2007 at 6:55 pm
hey Joe! i got to see you today…you looked alot better than you did on Saturday…you were so peacefully sleeping, and i didn’t want to disturb you.. i did talk to you a little bit, but i don’ t think that you were able to hear me…I’m sure that i will be up again soon to see you, but until then i love you!!!! and I’m praying for you always!!
love,
Rachel
(Rake)
January 24th, 2007 at 6:09 pm
Joe,
The greatest joy a parent can have is watching their children grow into wonderful men and women. Along with that comes the sometimes difficult challenge of reducing the gardianship that God has bestowed upon us and turning over our children more completely to him.
When you were in your accident you were in God’s hands and your family’s heart. Both are wonderful places to be. You are still in God’s hands as he cradles you with love while you sleep and grow strong.
You may have challenges as you heal, but you also have the rare gift of realizing the love and prayers that surround you daily - some you may not have even known existed.
You will also get to read the miracles God laid out before you in your healing journey through this site and the notes of your family. What a blessing to read and know the gift of life God has given you.
My family’s prayers continue for your healing; and comfort and strength for the family that God has blessed you with.
With love and prayers,
James and Shari Massengill
and family
January 24th, 2007 at 5:37 pm
You don’t know but my husband and I are friends with one of church members. I would like you to know we are praying for you. Rest In Christ Baptist is also praying for you.
January 24th, 2007 at 5:37 pm
Joseph,
We don’t know you but we know your grandfather Mr. Lee and your aunt Sharon. We work with Shedelah Pepper and when she got the news on Fri. morning we all started to praying for you. We check your web-site each morning and each afternoon before we leave. You are in our prayer each day.It was so good to hear the lastest news. Just rest because God is taking care of YOU. Faith is not believing that GOD can. It is knowing that HE will
May God Bless You
HFB Gibbs Girls
January 24th, 2007 at 5:18 pm
Joseph: Praise the Lord! We are thrilled to hear of your progress! I sat down at the piano today and tried to play “Shall We Gather at the River.” Notice I said “tried.” When you’re up and about, you’ll have to help me remember how to play it. We love you and pray for you every day. –Sis. Nikki C
January 24th, 2007 at 5:10 pm
Hi joe i just stop in to check in on your progess ! Praise God in the Highest!
the tubes Are out… i know this was awsome for jenny to hear u try to talk!
God always always keep his promises. Jenn a sweet young Lady.
And she loves her big brother sooo much.when u get better and read all
the heart given notes she has wrote to you on this site . my heart relly goes out to her.but i can see she is a strong in her faith and i know that what holding u guys up. your family is so awsome…
i just feel like leaping around room right . i feel the holy ghost!!! for what God is doing his amazing grace is all around u guys and right there in your room
with ya . see later! love and much intersesson to throne in JESUS Name!..
Savannah’s first united pentecostal church famil is standing in the gap>>
Sheila sava’h Ga.
January 24th, 2007 at 5:08 pm
Way to go, Joseph! You’re doing great and we’re all so proud of you. Sis. Philippia, Sis. Eve and I have classrooms across the hall from each other this year and we’re going to share all the funny “Joseph stories” we remember from your ACS years until you are able to visit us and defend yourself! We love you!
Sis. Donna
January 24th, 2007 at 4:39 pm
Hello, a note to let you know you and your family are in my prayers. God is faithful and is a prayer answering God.
I will be praying for you.
January 24th, 2007 at 4:36 pm
hey joesph,
God is so good, we have seen his mighty hand at work and all he is doing, every day to hear how God is moving and how wonderfully made we are. i know you’re in good hands and ‘’ for such a time as this'’ wow to see how good God relly is, i want you to know i will be praying for you, so get well soon, i pray God’s riches blessing, and this i bless you in the wonderful name of Jesus, look forward to seeing you soon, God bless.
dale and andrew’s dad bro. mcbroom
January 24th, 2007 at 4:31 pm
Joseph and family,
I am so sorry to hear of the accident, I can’t believe that it happened. I’m am going to be praying for all of you, and he will never be far from my thoughts.
January 24th, 2007 at 3:41 pm
Joe…
I just stopped by to say hi again… we have been having alot of prayer for you. Every service your name is mentioned… I was just thinking today about how you used to give the personality test… you made everyone take it and every time you would ask somebody i would crack up, b/c you wouldn’t give up on it. Power to the ENFP’s lol… we are pretty much the best! I’m still excited about the news we got the other day and we are holding on to the promise that what God started he will finish. I love you! ~ Meggie
January 24th, 2007 at 3:19 pm
Dear Joe,
We are your neighbors at 937 Annatole Lane. We have only seen you when passing by your home on the street. But I seem to recall always seeing you smiling and looking very happpy. I hope you are recovering well and we want the very best for you and your family. When you are able to come home and can eat whatever you want have your mom call me at 938-9191 and I will bring you guys some dinner. If your family needs anything at all please don’t hesitate to ask. We look forward to getting to know you all better once you return home. Take care and know that you are in our prayers.
Sincerely,
Craig, Melanie, Elena and Evan Sanders
937 Annatole Lane
938-9191
January 24th, 2007 at 3:03 pm
Dear Joseph and Family,
I was just informed of your tragic acccident by way of a little paper placed on my mailbox. I am so very sorry to hear of this horrible accident. However, although we refer to these things as accidents, God in his perfect wisdom has never allowed anything to happen by “accident”. For some reason God has chosen to allow you and your family to go through this very difficult time for reasons that we may never know. One thing we can always be sure of is that God is in control and He “will never leave us or forsake us”. As the mother of 6 myself, I know how difficult it is to trust God with our children, but we must never forget that He loves them even more than we do and He knows what is best for all of us. That road out there has frightened me from the day we bought our house on Chillingsworth. Everyday, I pray for my daughter and even us before we pull out of the driveway, knowing how dangerous these roads are. I make sure I get up in the morning when she leaves for college to say ” I love you and I’ll be praying for you, be careful driving.” May this be a reminder to all of us of how precious our loved ones are and how short life is and how important it is to show them our love while we still can. Joe, I want you to know that we as a family are lifting you up to the Lord and will continue to do so. Someday God will use your testimony to reach others in ways that only someone who has been through it could really understand. Mr. and Mrs. Trantanella, I would love to personally meet you and if there is anything at all i can do i want you to know i am just around the corner, please don’t hesitate to ask. I will ask my church, Temple Baptist, to begin praying for Joe if they aren’t already. Your faith in God is an inspiration to all of us!!! God Bless.
In His Love,
The Miljenovic Family
7813 Chillingsworth Ln
Psalm 56:3
January 24th, 2007 at 2:38 pm
I miss you Joey!
January 24th, 2007 at 2:21 pm
Hey Joe. Just wanted to let you know that I am praying for you. I remember all the fun times we had at school and I really missed you Junior year. I remember when me, you, Justina, and Caleb went to Red Eye Cafe and played games and we ended up being late for curfew, and the time when we went to Denny’s and you gave me that personality test. We had some good times and I will continue to pray for you.
January 24th, 2007 at 2:07 pm
Hey Joe,
I heard through Bro. Romine at IBC what happened to you. I just wanted to let you know the whole school is praying for you. At each chapel we open up with prayer and you are always at the top. We are all praying for your recovery. You are a great friend and I know God will heal you and bring you through this. I look forward to talking to you when your better.
January 24th, 2007 at 1:46 pm
I wanted to stop by and say that I am praying everyday! I dont know if you remember me but a year ago I think it was you made my day when you told me I looked pretty in an outfit that I absolutely hated! you have a way of making everyone feel good! You are great guy thank you SO much for making me feel special!!!
Im Praying,
Miranda(Maryville)
January 24th, 2007 at 1:41 pm
Joseph,
I am praying for you. I have asked my church and everyone I talk to to pray. You are in our prayers and hope you get well soon.
Angel
January 24th, 2007 at 1:14 pm
Hi Joe,
I am also on the Swimming and Diving team and was in the same Child and Family studies class with you and Misty. Please know that I am thinking of you and your family at this time. From the one class I spent with you, you showed an amazing spirit that will serve to help you through this. We are all with you.
Vicky
“We are all angels with only one wing, we fly only embracing oneanother”
January 24th, 2007 at 1:10 pm
We’ve been praying for you! We hope you get better soon!
Love,
Lindsey & Anna
January 24th, 2007 at 1:01 pm
Hey,
I dont know you but a girl on my team (misty) was in your class and told us your story. I’m praying for you!
Bryttany
January 24th, 2007 at 12:58 pm
Joe,
I know I don’t know you, however, I work with Steve Johnson. He told me your story today and showed me your site. I will continue to keep you and your family in my prayers. God works amazing wonders and I know that he will pull you through this. God Bless.
January 24th, 2007 at 12:55 pm
I just wanted you to know that you and your family are in our prayers and in the prayers of all the people at Pentecostal Worship Center in Spring City, Tn. Your dad came and helped build our church and your family has always been so faithful to God and so generous. Every time my Mom and Dad (Bro. and Sis. Grace) came to EBAC they always talked about how you worshipped. God rewards the faithful and we know that He will bring you through this. We are praying for the comfort and peace of God to envelop your family. We know that He will heal you and give you a complete restoration.
Love and Prayers,
Shayne and Leigha Benoit
Spring City, Tn
January 24th, 2007 at 12:45 pm
01-24-2007
Joe: Just wanted you to know you are in our daily thoughts and prayers. May our God watch over you as you are healed and recover. May God give strength to your Mom, Dad and Sister and let them feel the calm assurance that comes only from Him. May you have a restful day. In His Name, Homer and Shirley Smith
January 24th, 2007 at 12:35 pm
God is awesome. I know that through this the doctor’s have to be seeing something amazing. I am glad that Joe has awakened and had been responsive for you guys. I have alot of friends that are coming and visiting the site and praying for you and your family. God Bless you Joseph
January 24th, 2007 at 12:32 pm
Dear Trantenella Family,
We @ Thibodaux Christian Academy are praying for you.Please tell Joe that Stormi’s mom Sis Patti k loves him and is praying for him.To Joe’s mom you are in my prayers . From one mom to another my heart is fixed on praying for God’s strength to you at this time.I have a son 24 years old and I am praying for Joe as if he were my own.I met him this summer at Louisiana Youth Camp and I know why everyone has poured out their intercessions in his behalf.God knows him by name and can trust your family to go through this crisis for HIS Glory for in his glory is his goodnees and All Things shall work together for the good to them that love God and are THE called according to HIS purpose.I wanted so much to call a cell phone and pray in Joe’s ear . So I just pray that God give you all ears to hear the sound of abundance of rain as God’s people pour out intercession concerning the Trantenella’s. May God give you the Peace that passes ALL understanding that is so deperately needed right now.
His His Service,
PattiK @ Thibodaux Christian Academy/House of PrayerUPC
January 24th, 2007 at 11:54 am
Joseph,
Even though we have never met we live in the same subdivision. We will pray that you will have a full recovery. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless you!
Your neighbors on Chillingsworth Lane,
Rodney,Libbie, Brandon and Kyleigh
January 24th, 2007 at 11:44 am
Our family is keeping Joseph in our thoughts and prayers. The Powell High freshman basketball team is asking about him every time we get together for a game or practice. The circle of people pulling for Joseph is large and caring! Keep fighting, Joseph!
January 24th, 2007 at 11:33 am
The power of prayer is awsome! We will pray for you and your family. God has brought you this far. I know he has wonderful things yet for you to do in this world!
January 24th, 2007 at 11:30 am
I love you. I am sorry you are hurt, love Reagan (That’s Hannah’s new baby doll–you haven’t met yet.)
Uncle Joseph, we are praying for you everyday.
Love,
Hannah and Zion (and Baby Reagn too!)
January 24th, 2007 at 11:30 am
Dear David, Mona ,Joseph and Jennifer:
Our love and prayers are with you. If you need our help, please just let us know.
Love in Christ
Robin Tindell
January 24th, 2007 at 11:29 am
Hi Joe…. Nowhere in the Book does it say you have to be a family member or close personal friend in order to carry a burden for a brother in the Lord in need. Consider yourself lifted up in prayer by New Life Apostolic Church in Dacula, Georgia. My thin line of connection runs through Melissa Webster (a friend of Valerie), being friends with the French’s from IBC, and being an acquaintance with Brooke from years ago. You’re in no better hands than in the One who is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think!
January 24th, 2007 at 11:09 am
Dear Joseph, David, Mona and Jennifer,
We are believing with you and your family for a complete recovery. …So that we may boldly say, The Lord is My Helper… We pray that all of you will feel the Strength and Peace of the Lord. Fear thou not: for I am with thee:be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee;…. We love you guys and will be keeping all of you in our hearts and minds. We have many prayers going up for you and your family.
Your Georgia cousins,
Trina (Lee) Cox and Robby, Earl and Cindy Lee, Alena (Lee) Daigle and David ….. And many family and friends from Oh., Ky., Ga. and La.
January 24th, 2007 at 9:25 am
Joe,
You dont know me, but being a former IBC student, I have several friends that know and love you and they’ve kept me updated on your situation. I am praying for you and believing that God is going to completely restore you, in Jesus name!
January 24th, 2007 at 9:14 am
All of you are in my prayers - our God is such a wonderful God. He will not leave you.
January 24th, 2007 at 8:36 am
Hi! I am very sorry to hear about what happened. My dad had a car wreck when he was younger and a dump truch ran over the car and hit the side he was in. He was in acoma for 3 months and with God there beside his bed the whole time he woke back up in February of the following year. I will continue to keep you in my prayers. If he could bring my dad through his acoma he can bring you through all the things you are dealing with as well! sincerely Elizabeth Fortson
January 24th, 2007 at 8:15 am
We are praying for a speedy recovery here in Ohio. Hang in there, God will see you through, sounds like you have a lot of friends Joe.
January 24th, 2007 at 7:46 am
Our whole church is praying for your recovery. Your aunt Dedra Johnson, is keeping us aware of your improvement. God walks with you and your family through the valley of the shadow.
January 24th, 2007 at 7:12 am
GOOD MORNING JOSEPH,
WELL IT”S WEDENESDAY MORNING, THOUGHT I WOULD SEE HOW YOU ARE DOING. ALOT OF IMPROVMENT. HAVEN”T SEEN THE POST YET, I LIKE TO KEEP ANGEL & TIFFANY UPDATED BEFORE SCHOOL IN THE MORNING. WELL JUST COME BACK AND CHECK TONIGHT. WE KEEP PRAYING THAT YOU JUST KEEP HEALING FASTER AND FASTER DAY BY DAY. YOU ARE SUCH A WONDERFUL PERSON. THANKS FOR ALL THE GOOD THINGS YOU DO. YOU ARE SO FULL OF LIFE. SAM,CANDICE ANGEL&TIFFANY
January 24th, 2007 at 5:52 am
Joseph,
I was praying for you this morning thanking God for what he has done not just for you but for everyone who has been ministered to over the past few days.
You would be so proud of your Dad. What time he hasn’t spent with family and friends he has been comforting the families that has loved ones up there with you.
By the time people finish writing you on this website I believe the whole Bible will have been quoted. Forget our monthly bookmarks we can just read your letters and will have read through the Bible just by reading this page!
I believe the artist that sings this song on the first page needs to tell you how thankful he is for all the publicity he is getting because of you.
I love you,
Uncle Danny
P.S. By the way Wes might I remind you that I also have a couple songs recorded. I believe you were there actually when that was being done. Not to mention that I am your only brother-in-law!
January 24th, 2007 at 2:16 am
David, Mona, Jennifer, and Joseph
I can’t fathom what you’re going through right now having 5 children myself. I do however know that Jesus is our only hope and peace through terrible circumstances like this. What do people do without the Lord??
This may help:
{I live by this}
When Jesus was on the ship in the raging sea with his disciples, he spoke and commanded the sea to be calm when everyone else was full of fear. His perfect love and the power of his word caused the one of the most fearful human experiences to simply disappear. When we speak his name through the power of his word, no matter what the circumstance, it has to obey. Thank Jesus in advance for Joseph’s complete healing and command his body to be healed and a greater miracle will take place. I believe the people of the name of Jesus have the ability to speak his word through thankfulness and move mountains beyond our expectations. He will ALWAYS come through and he NEVER fails.
John Coleman
Dayton, Ohio
January 24th, 2007 at 1:57 am
I love you Joe and I am praying for you and your family. I will never forget the times when you, Carly and myself would talk like we were from England. Your name was Rupert! Fun times! I will never forget the Egg Drop Soup. You love that stuff. I never got a chance to go to your house with everyone but I am looking forward to being able to come visit you. Again you are in my prayers! Love ya!
Rachelle (aka Andrea Wellington)
January 24th, 2007 at 1:08 am
Joe,
I have no idea who you are or anything about you, but I found out on Facebook that you need prayer… Im 19 yrs old and from a little town called Floyd, in southwest Virginia. I just want you to know im praying for you and your family, and i know that god can do amazing things. May god have divine favor on you, and get well soon:)
Love and god bless,
Nathan
January 24th, 2007 at 12:32 am
JOE!!!! DON’T WAKE UP YET!!! HILLARY IS RUNNING FOR PRESIDENT!!!!
January 24th, 2007 at 12:27 am
I received word from a former member of our church here in Glen Burnie, Maryland. Sis. Nikki Copelin asked that we keep you and your family in prayer. I have read the posts and give God praise for all that is taking place. Please know that the members of Apostolic Lighthouse in Glen Burnie, Maryland are praying for you and are claiming in the Name of Jesus a complete recovery. A man that came to our church paralyized from the waist down was healed and left our church walking. Sis. Nikki and Bro. Stoney can attest to that miracle. And we know in faith and through prayer that God is going to continue to do the miraculous in your life. We have added you to our prayer list and also our International Prayer Chain. We prayer that a great awakening and revival will be ignited through this difficult tiime for you and your family. May God give your family peace and comfort. Lord bless you all.
In His Service,
Pastor Paul A. Murray
January 24th, 2007 at 12:26 am
Brother Joseph -
Though I have yet to meet you, I was touched when approached with your tragedy. Please know that you are in our prayers. Keep the faith Brother!
~ Matthew 18:20 For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.
This is a promise… we’re taking it to the bank!
God Bless and Keep you and your family!
~ Bro. David Young
January 24th, 2007 at 12:24 am
Dear Brother Joseph; When we were told about your accident I was reminded of Michael Ledbetter. I have complete confidence the Lord will raise you up just as he did Michael. Psalms 20:6,7
Brother David and Sister Mona,…..Have faith in God. Peace be with you.
January 24th, 2007 at 12:13 am
Aww Lainers, Even though that made me cry my eyes out, I loved reading those wonderful memories of our funny Joe Joe.
SEE how many people love you Joe, and we are all waiting on ya!!!!!
January 24th, 2007 at 12:10 am
AWW Lainers,
You are so sweet and even though that made be cry my eyes out, I loved reading that. There are so many wonderful memories of Joseph and many more to come.
Joe Joe, we all love you and cant wait to share many, many more memories with ya. And play lots, and lots and games!!!!!!
January 23rd, 2007 at 11:21 pm
Joe-
I KNOW that God is watching out for you and you are going to make a FULL recovery….but just for discussion’s sake, I’m going to remind you of some of the good times we all had during the 360 days of the year, every year of my life, that i spent at your house instead of mine…
You and I going down to the pond and getting in a mud fight right before church. (your mom beat the snot out of you….not me)
You didn’t want to stick your hand in the dirty dishwater to drain the kitchen sink, so you sucked up the water with the vacuum cleaner hose
Jenn pushed you and left an indention of your backside in the wall
You swore to me and Jenn that you weren’t eating sugar at 12:00 in the morning (while your face was covered in powdered sugar)
You running down the driveway EVERY MORNING because your dad had already pulled out and said he was leaving you.
roof volleyball
…..Joe, I miss you so much. I can’t wait for you to wake up so you can make Jenn, Ash and me laugh uncontrollably at the most inappropriate times (such as: prayer, funerals, moments of respectful silence, when we’re sitting on the front pew and Bro. Stoneking is reading the Scripture…..). You mean more to me than you’ll ever know, Joe. I used to think you were the nicest guy in the world. Of course, now that I’m older, wiser and have seen a lot more of the world–I know you are. You’re not just my family…you’re my friend; and I couldn’t have asked for better best friends growing up than Jenny and you. Nothing could ever make me forget the 1,674th time you baptized me in the pool (in Jesus’ Name). It was powerful! When you wake up, I promise I will bring you a HUGE bowl of yellow cake batter. I love you Joe!!! MUAHH!
“When I get my own apartment, I’m eating cake batter for every meal.”
-Joseph Trantanella, age 15-
January 23rd, 2007 at 11:14 pm
Joe,
I just wanted to let you know that my church is praying for you, along with countless others. We know that God is working a miracle in your life so that many others can be reached through the amazing testimony that you will have. “And we now that ALL things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to His purpose.” We look forward to hearing the good report, in Jesus name.
Jeff
January 23rd, 2007 at 11:04 pm
David, Mona, Jen & Joseph:
We were again so thankful to hear the latest update from this afternoon about your progress. I know God is giving you a true test of your faith and we can only imagine the anxiousness you feel as the minutes on the clock tick waiting for Joseph to awaken. We are praying for patience for all of you and a quick recovery for Joseph. Steve is going out of town tomorrow for the rest of the week on business but is trying to work it out to be back early Friday so we can hopefully make it down there. We will be praying for you tonight and will look forward to reading the updates tomorrow.
WE LOVE YOU ALL SO MUCH,
Steve, Sharon and Alec
January 23rd, 2007 at 11:03 pm
We are happy to hear the good news of Joseph responding to you. We want you to know we and our church in Medina Tn. are praying for Josrph and the whole family for healing and strength through this trying time.We also do missionary work in the Philippines and we called over there to have them to pray also.May God be with you all
Eugene and Norma Widner
January 23rd, 2007 at 11:03 pm
Dear Trantanellas,
I am praying for you to have great strength during this trial. All I can say is trials only make us stronger and people. I am sure you have already been told but as you know Gods way is perfect and He will never leave us nor forsake us.
With love and prayers,
Candi Harvey and family
January 23rd, 2007 at 10:49 pm
Dear Bro. Joe,
I know that we do not know each other but we know and serve the same God which means that you are my Brother in Christ. You will be in my thoughts and prayers knowing that Jesus will come through just in time. God Bless!
January 23rd, 2007 at 10:34 pm
JOSEPH, YOU ARE AN INSPIRATION TO MY FAMILY.YOUR FAITH,LOVE FOR GOD,AND THE LOVE OF YOUR FAMILY & FRIENDS.YOU & YOUR FAMILY ARE IN OUR HOPES & PRAYERS.HANG IN THERE HONEY YOU CAN MAKE IT ! THE LORD OUR GOD IS ON YOUR SIDE! ALWAYS THINKING OF YOU & YOUR RECOVERY.LOVE JACKIE, BRITTNEY, &TIFFANY FRAKER
January 23rd, 2007 at 10:26 pm
Praise God! Praise God! Today when I read the update Joseph I was at work. I told my co-workers what happened to you and then I was able to tell them how God is pulling you through. I was so excited! I think they think I am a kook! They are gonna be praying for you too. I can’t wait to hear good news tomorrow. Sheila
January 23rd, 2007 at 10:18 pm
We hope & pray that God gives you a miracle recovery! We serve a miracle working God. Our Father which art in heaven, Hollowed be thy name. Thy Kingdom come, thy WILL BE done, on earth as it is in Heaven!
January 23rd, 2007 at 10:15 pm
You are in my prayers. I look forward to the miracle of your healing as it unfolds on a daily basis. I have 3 grown sons and 4 grandchildren plus another on the way. I almost lost my oldest son in a automobile accident when he was a few years younger than you are now. He is now 25.
May the Lord bless you and keep you, may the Lord make his face shine upon you, and be gracious to you, and give you peace. I believe you will come through this! I look forward to meeting you someday too.
Dawna Sharp from Lexus of Knoxville
January 23rd, 2007 at 9:59 pm
Bro. David and family it has been a while since i have talked with you or your family and i apologize it took a situation like this to contact you.I however would like to say that God is and will always be in control.I believe that its times like this that God will show his great power to every one that has been around Joseph in the past,present and in the future. There was a scripture that my grandfather often quoted out of Ezekiel–And when I passed by thee, and i saw thee polluted in thine own blood, I said unto thee when thou wast in thy blood, live; yea I said unto thee when thou wast in thy blood, live i quote this scripture before i go to bed for Joe —We love and are fervantly praying for Joseph and your family,Love the Hills
January 23rd, 2007 at 9:48 pm
Hey Joe,
I want you to know that I love you! I along with the school, and many, many others have been praying for you like crazy!!!!! We are expecting a full recovery!! This is just going to be an awesome part of you testimony. Its in times like these when you look back on memories and really appreciate the times you’ve shared with someone!!! Like last year during competition practice week and we had that funeral for kermit!!Lol that was so funny!
I love you see ya soon,
~Laken
January 23rd, 2007 at 9:26 pm
Joseph,
We at Graveston Baptist Church have got you and your family in our prayers.I am the light of the world,he who follows me will not walk in darkness.John8:12. We all go to church with Phil & Shedelah Peper. Good friends are like angels, you don’t have to see them to know they are there.
May God Be With You
Graveston Baptist Church
January 23rd, 2007 at 9:16 pm
Dear Joseph, The last time your Granddad (Lyle Lee) visited here, we had
a discussion on a favorite scripture Psalm 91:14 Because he hath set his
love upon me, therefore will I deliver him. I will set him on high, because
he hath known my name. (His name is Jesus.) 15 He shall call upon me & I will answer him. I will be with him in trouble. I will deliver him & honour him. 16 With long life will I satisfy him & show him my salvation.
All these promises are for you, Joseph! What a Godly heritage you have!
What a mighty God we serve! Know that your extended family in Franklin,
N.C. is standing on these promises for you. The Lorraine Lee Reece family
January 23rd, 2007 at 9:15 pm
Dear, Joseph and family i just got this email from my pastor’s wife
here in savannah ga .sis.Hodge At savannah UPC. i will try through my tears
to leave you all this megg.that God has put on my heart .as u guys now have a place in .even tho we don’t know one another.these are not tears of sadness
But tears of joy! because God ’s got u under his wing.just like he had me a few weeks ago and still does to this day see me and my family know what yall guys are going through … because i was in icu for 6 days my lungs were in bad shape .with tubes and wire running every were. i went in praying too.
and God heard MY CRY !! Just as i know he heard yours .and every person every where that praying for u right at this very monment .see we as humans can not grasp how Big and Mighty Our God and King is and How Powerful he is. when the praises go up the Glory comes down…they told my family i was in bad shape and when and if i got better it might be a few
weeks before i’d go home .. I went home 9 days later to my 4 children.
praise be to God!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!. every where i go i tell people i.m a walking, talking,breathing MIRACLE and u are to joe.so here is what i have for u from God;s word..Psalm’s 91
1.He that dwelleth in the secret place of the Most High Shall Abide Under the shadow of the ALMIGHTY
2.I will say of the Lord, He is My Refuge and my fortress: My GOD, In him will I TRUST …
Put all your trust in him! love and prayers for u and your family we are holding u up to God! in Jesus name… amen p.s. joe just more thing god is going to use you for glory Sheila
savannah ga.
January 23rd, 2007 at 8:30 pm
Just want to add my prayers to all the others, you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Miracles do happen..just be patient and it will. Janet Hubbard
January 23rd, 2007 at 8:18 pm
Wow Joe! I wish you could talk….I bet you do too. Well I know that you do!
I can’t wait to see you and hear about you reading all of these comments.
Well Joe I wanted to let you know that people from all over are praying for you and the family. Even people from my work that don’t even know you are checking up on you.
One thing that I really want you to know is that I love you and MISS you bunches. I really miss you at church too, brother Triplett was even trying to worship like you. IT was so cool but it wasn’t you!
Also, I don’t know if you remember when I first started church how I actually got to come on a Wednesday night and you wanted me to stay and do the personality test and I couldn’t b/c I had to get home so I wouldn’t get in trouble. You looked over at me and said, “Tonya, Please don’t leave I don’t feel right”. I then looked at you and said, “Joe, I don’t want to do the personality test tonight you can do it another night”. Then you said no I really don’t feel right! I then said sure you don’t “FEEL Right” and then tried to go home…..Then low and behold I had my car wreck. Guess what you were right! Ok, I finally said it YOU WERE RIGHT! I will make sure that i say it to you when you wake up! You know what else you called me, prayed for me and it really touch my mom and ME!! I really appreciate you and your whole family. I love ya and can’t wait for you to be in a room and back to the old JOE!
Also, man you have the strongest Sister, MOM and DAD, in the world.
Love in Jesus,
Tonya
January 23rd, 2007 at 7:58 pm
Bro. Trantanella: Praying for the healing hand of the Lord in your life. God is a great God. We’re praying for strength for your family.
In Christ
Bro. & Sis. French
Indianapolis, Indiana
January 23rd, 2007 at 7:47 pm
David, Mona, Jennifer, and Joseph -
Dad (Ray Miller) told us over the weekend of Joseph’s terrible accident. Please know that your family (no matter how far reaching or far away) is here for you. For now, I believe the best we can offer is our continued prayers for Joseph’s full recovery and a prayer of thanks that he survived the crash - and that you all seem to be holding on to hope, faith, and God through this time of need. Please let us know if there is anything we can do. Otherwise, we’d look forward to seeing ALL of you in Ohio for the holidays at Mom & Dad’s sometime soon!
January 23rd, 2007 at 6:10 pm
David, Mona, and Jennifer,
We just heard about Joe last night from the Mike and Gwen Vann. We are so sorry for the terrible pain you must be going through, as well as the pain Joe is in. But we know that you fully rely on the Lord to pull you through, and He will. We are praying for a full recovery for Joe, and comfort for your family. We have contacted the West Virginia Network of Prayer and Joe is on WV’s prayer list. May God bless you and your family with a wonderful recovery for Joe.
We would also like to thank Bro. Comer for having this
website to allow people miles away to keep updated as to Joe’s progress.
Terry and Peggy Wallace
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January 23rd, 2007 at 6:07 pm
Joe,
I know that you won’t remember me, but I used to work for Robert’s Service Center and we did work on your dad’s house when you were building it. I am a friend of Wayne Ward’s - I heard about your accident from Wayne. I wanted you to know that our church (First Baptist Powell) is praying for your recovery. I am going to pass this website to all of our friends, so that they can check on your recovery.
God bless you and keep you strong.
In Christ,
Tim Munsey
January 23rd, 2007 at 6:07 pm
Joseph, your aunt Rhonda and I are pleased to hear about your situation when coming back from sedation, not that we were happy to hear you being agitated but that you responded so well when the time came. It is a positive sign about your recovery.
God bless you son and keep fighting.
To our loving family, I am sorry that we live so far apart, especialy in times like these. I know you are surrounded by others that care for you and love you tremendously.
We love you and are keeping you in our hearts and prayers. God bless you all.
Uncle Danny I see you have not changed, not even a little. Keep everybody smiling down there. Rhonda and I miss you all very much.
Your cousin,
Craig
January 23rd, 2007 at 6:04 pm
DEAR JOSEPH,
I JUST GOT TO SEE YOU AGAIN AND I CANNOT BELIEVE HOW FAR YOU HAVE COME SINCE SATURDAY. AT THIS RATE YOU SHOULD BE READY TO PLAY SPAIDS IN A WEEK. I LOVE YOU SO MUCH SWEETHEART, AND I CANNOT WAIT FOR YOU TO WAKE UP. I REMEMBER THE DAY YOU WERE BORN JUST LIKE IT WAS YESTERDAY, AND NOW YOU HAVE GROWN UP TO BE A YOUNG MAN THAT I AM SO PROUD OF. THIS MAY BE A LONG ROAD FOR YOU, BUT ONE THING IS SURE, YOU WILL HAVE PLENTY OF PEOPLE WHO LOVE YOU & SUPPORT YOU. I LOVE YOU HONEY AND WILL SEE YOU TOMORROW. AUNT CAROL
January 23rd, 2007 at 5:47 pm
I hope you are doing and feeling better everyday. My family and I will pray for your continued recovery. May God Bless you and keep you in his care. Love Mikiyah
January 23rd, 2007 at 5:14 pm
Our thoughts and prayers are with you everyday!
Your cousin in Dayton, OH
Tina (Miller) Wiley
Ray & Virginia’s daughter
January 23rd, 2007 at 4:31 pm
DAVID,MONA,JENNIFER&JOSEPH
WELL I”VE BEEN PRAYING FOR YOU SINCE SATURDAY.HOPE THINGS GET BETTER SOON. WE LOVE YOU. HEAR YOUR DOING BETTER JOE, IT WILL MAKE ANGEL,&TIFFANY FEEL BETTER TO KNOW THAT WHEN THEY GET HOME FROM SCHOOL. WELL CONTINUE TO PRAY,SO TRY TO GET STRONGER DAY BY DAY. MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
HOPE TO SEE YOUR SOON. WE MISS YOU. LOVE, CANDICE,SAM,ANGEL,& TIFFANY
January 23rd, 2007 at 3:49 pm
Hey joe,
Just wanted too tell you that I love ya man and that i am consistently praying for you. You and your family mean so much to me and i love all of you. You have always been one of my heros..seeing your worship and faithfullness has always been such an inspiration to me and my walk with God. All that you have done God has not forgotten and you are his child..and a father always take care of his children..were are praying and cant wait until your well again..
love ya !!
January 23rd, 2007 at 3:37 pm
Hey Joe,
I just wanted to let you know that everyone at my law firm (Hodges, Doughty, and Carson) are praying for you! I sent out a company wide e-mail with you as a special request and now the whole firm is concerned…they have been posting Bible verses and prayers all day. You know we all love you, and I really hope you get to feeling better soon! By the way, me and Amy dropped a basket off for you and your family with some good stuff in it…but I think Brandon Lee ate all the chocolate so you’ll have to get him when you wake up! Love you so much and get better soon!
~Meg
January 23rd, 2007 at 3:19 pm
I love you I am sorry your hurt love, Hannah
January 23rd, 2007 at 3:17 pm
hey joseph sorry we aren’t able to come down and see you, you’ve been in our prayers everyday. We were just talking about the last time we were down, and my friend tiffany was with me and you were painting her finger nails, your so halarious. I can’t wait till we get to come down and go bowling again like last time. We miss you so much, and have our church praying for you. Hope to see you soon. We love you.
Rijeana & Alexa
January 23rd, 2007 at 3:08 pm
Joseph and family, we are praying everyday for your recovery. We live in Wrens Creek and we know you indirectly. We are very good friends of David & Gina’s, in fact they built our house. I have a 16 year old daughter and I can’t even imagine how devastating this must be, but our thoughts and prayers are with you. If there is anything we can do please don’t hesitate to let us know. God Bless You! Jeannie Holt
January 23rd, 2007 at 2:15 pm
Good Afternoon Joseph!
We are continually praying for you. With awesome parents, a great sister, a strong church, and many people who love you and are standing in the gap with prayer your miracle is on the way.
We Love You!
“I kept my faith, even when I said, “I am greatly afflicted.” Psalms 116:10
January 23rd, 2007 at 2:13 pm
Good Afternoon Joseph!
We are continually praying for you. With awesome parents, a great sister, a strong church, and many people who love you and are standing in the gap with prayer you’re miracle is on the way.
“I kept my faith, even when I said, “I am greatly afflicted.” Psalms 116:10
January 23rd, 2007 at 1:58 pm
Joe…
We’re praying for you, with faith that God is using this for His glory. We all know how thrilled you’re going to be to use and share the testimony He is giving you.
Last night, I found that picture of us with the President Bush cut-out in Gatlinburg, taken election year…and remembered that conversation we had about God and our convictions driving home from Indy that night…you were such an inspiration.
Ryan is coming down this weekend to see about you.
I love you, and I’m praying for you.
Ashley
January 23rd, 2007 at 1:48 pm
Joseph,
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you a hope and a future.”
Jeremiah 29:11
(1)I love the LORD, for he heard my voice; he heard my cry for mercy. (2)Because he turned his ear to me, I wil call on him as long as I live.
(3)The cords of death entangled me, the anguish of the grave came upon me; I was overcome by trouble and sorrow.
(4)Then I called on the name of the LORD: “O LORD, save me!”
(5)The LORD is gracious and righteous; our God is full of compassion.
(6)The LORD protects the simplehearted; when I was in great need, he saved me.
(7)Be at rest once more, O my soul, for the LORD has been good to you.
(8)For you, O LORD, have delivered my soul from death, my eyes from tears, my feet from stumbling,
(9)That I may walk before the LORD in the land of the living.
(10)I believed; therefore I said, “I am greatly afflicted.”
(11)And in my dismay I said, “All men are liars.”
(12)How can I repay the LORD for all his goodness to me?
(13)I will lift up the cup of salvation and call on the name of the LORD.
(14)I will fulfill my vows to the LORD in the presence of all his people.
Psalm 116:1-14
(7)Where can I go from your Spirit? Where can I flee from your presence?
(8)If I go up to the heavens, you are there; if I make my bed in the depths, you are there.
(9)If I rise on the wings of the dawn, if I settle on the far side of the sea,
(10)even there your hand will hold me fast.
Psalm 139:7-10
(17)How precious to me are your thoughts, O God! How vast is the sum of them!
(18)Were I to count them, they would outnumber the grains of the sand. When I awake I am still with you.
Psalm 139:17-18
(1)Praise the LORD.
Praise God in his sanctuary; praise him in his mighty heavens.
(2)Praise him for his acts of power; praise him for his surpassing greatness.
(3)Praise him with the sounding of the trumpet, praise him with the harp and lyre,
(4)Praise him with tambourine and dancing, praise him with the strings and flute,
(5)Praise him with the clash of cymbals, praise him with resounding cymbals.
(6)Let everything that has breath praise the LORD.
Praise the LORD.
Psalm 150
“Rejoice in the LORD always. I will say it again: Rejoice!
Philippiams 4:4
Joseph:
Know that there is no place you can go where God’s hand is not upon you. Trust Him and believe that he is working ALL things together for your good. Praise Him for his mighty acts. Praise Him for his mercy that endureth to all generations. Know ye that the Lord, He is good.Remember always that you CAN overcome by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of your testimony. Bless the Lord, O My soul, and all that is within me.
I and my church family are praying for a full recovery, strength, and for this tragedy to rise as a testimony to be an avenue for God to minister and reach to souls in the Clinton area. Forevermore, let God’s mercy shine through you. Praise Him.
Brittany L. Saylor
Spirit and Truth Worship Center
Pastor Audie D. Miracle
January 23rd, 2007 at 1:41 pm
Praise the Lord for the good news! I just thought about something. Joe is very musical, and we as Pentecostals know what anointed music can do. If the hospital allows it, have some of his favorite music playing for him. Music has been proven to have theraputic and healing qualities. Besides, since we know Joe is aware–he would probably really enjoy it! All our love and prayers, the Copelins
January 23rd, 2007 at 1:38 pm
On behalf of the deacons at Seymour First Baptist Church, I want you to know that we are praying for you and your family. Thank you for taking the time to update the web site. Thank the Lord the news is becoming more positive.
In His Name,
Jerry Atchley
January 23rd, 2007 at 1:33 pm
Hi Joseph,
I am Sarah Spires’s stepmom, and also a friend of your cousin, Heather.I was so sorry to learn of your terrible car accident, but I am confident that with the continued prayers of all,and the healing grace of God, you will be whole and well again soon.
Our family will continue to keep you in our prayers, as well as praying for your family, the medical staff at UT Hospital and others who have your care in their hands.
Lynne
January 23rd, 2007 at 1:32 pm
Joseph..
Sarah and I remember all the times you helped
us as we served food at your home..and we will be
praying for your speedy recovery… we still have
lots of good food you haven’t tasted yet,so PLEASE
hurry and get well.
January 23rd, 2007 at 1:27 pm
Joseph,
You are in are thoughts and prayers. We know God is always in control.
You have so many sending up prayers for you and your family. God said ask and you shall receive. He will never let us down. Just to let you know who we are, Tony is Jeanette Sexton’s son. We are with Antioch Baptist Church in Clinton.
PAM
January 23rd, 2007 at 1:15 pm
We heard about your accident via another homeschool family (who live in Florida). Know that while you are in our prayers, you are in God’s plans. We’re praying for you in North Carolina!
Blessings,
The Johnsons
January 23rd, 2007 at 1:02 pm
JOSEPH, YOU ARE IN MY THOUGH AND PRAYERS. GOD IS GOING TO GET GLORY FOR THIS ACCIDENT ,BECAUSE WE ARE GOING TO SEE A MIRACLE, AND NON-BELIEVERS ARE GOING TO COME TO GOD BECAUSE OF THIS ACCIDENT. JOSEPH YOU ARE A ONE OF THE NICEST YOUNG MAN THAT I KNOW.
BRO AND SIS TRANTANELLA MAY GOD GIVE YOU GRACE THROUGH THIS TRIAL IN YOUR LIFE.
JANET SPRADLIN
January 23rd, 2007 at 12:53 pm
Hey Joe, I heard what happened from my brother-in-law Jeremy Kiner. Just wanted to say I am praying for you, and I can’t wait to hear the report that you have made a total recovery.
January 23rd, 2007 at 12:29 pm
Joe - God is good!!!!!! He never leaves His throne and you are absolutely in the palm of His mighty, loving hand. I am honored and blessed to lift you to Him, as well as your family. What a joy it is to be able to go to the Father on your behalf. I look so forward to hearing the wonderful news that He has healed you - completely. I will be praying for you Joe.
Robin Smith
January 23rd, 2007 at 12:29 pm
Joe,
I am so exicted to hear about the good news of your responses. I can’t wait to be able to speak with you and for everything to be okay with you. God will use you through this tragedy to do many great things in life. You will be a great therapist.
Love,
Keith
January 23rd, 2007 at 12:29 pm
Joseph, what a wonderful name! A friend in my office has asked us all to keep you in our prayers and I am passing this along to another group who will be praying for your full recovery.
Ann Phillips
January 23rd, 2007 at 12:20 pm
Dear Joe, Bro. and Sis. Trantanella, and Jennifer,
We are praying for all of you in this time. We fully believe that the God we serve is WELL ABLE to completely and marvelously heal Joe and restore him to health.
We carried Joe before the throne of God on the pallet of prayer in our Sunday evening service, and again this a.m. during our men’s prayer. God is god and God is good.
Your brothers and sisters in the north will continue to intercede until all is well. Then we will rejoice with you. Keep the faith.
Bro. Hilderbrand
Lighthouse Pentecostal Church
Wausau, Wisconsin
January 23rd, 2007 at 12:07 pm
Dear Joey,
We have read of your accident and your progress on your website and want you to know it will be our privilege to pray for your total recovery.
God is Good and hears and answeres the prayers of His Chosen. I know there will be some rough days ahead for you, but “Keep your eyes upon Jesus” and he will be your strength and comfort.
We live in California on a ranch and raise olives and make olive oil, we have bees and produce honey and we have horses and cows. Maybe when you are well you can come and visit.
Just know that people are praying for you from all over. The family of God is a big, loving family and we are happy to know you are surrounded by them.
God Bless and Heal You Speedily!
Bud and Peggy Chase
January 23rd, 2007 at 12:00 pm
First of all I would like to start out to say that I am a friend of a family that knows Joseph. And, they shared this story with me. When I was reading about his accident I was so scared for him and for the family as well. As I kept reading I was in awe of the depth of love your family has for the Lord. And, I too am a christian with faith that if we put all our trust in the Lord all things are possible. I just want you to know that my family and church is also praying for your beautiful son. As I read his story and your updates I was covered in chills and and I thought to myself what would I do if one of my children were in this situation? My faith is strong but your family and your faith is absolutely inspiring and a true testomony. I would love to meet your family, and I am praying for your little boy and your family. As I prayed I felt very strong that he is sourrounded by your love and God has him in his arms and that he’s going to be okay. I also want to say Thank you because your faith has made me realize that I need faith that strong and you are truely an inspiration to all mankind. I don’t know that I can honestly say that I could be as strong as you all have been. But, it has really made me do alot of thinking and alot of soul searching. you are a remarkable example of the love that God can give us. Your son is definetely a soldier of Christ. And I will continue to keep your family in my prayers and in my heart. Thank you for your time to keep everyone updated. We will continue to pray for Joseph and your family. Stay strong! Your little boy is going to make it!!!! Thank you Jesus for all your blessings.
January 23rd, 2007 at 11:32 am
Giving thanks to God for your wonderful news; the steps of a righteous man are ordered by the Lord. He is faithful and is merciful to the least of us; how much more mercy can be shown to one of His called. Joe you are truly a child of the King and He has great things in store for you. We ALL are continuing to pray for healing; after all HE is the Great Physician.
Amen and amen.
January 23rd, 2007 at 11:29 am
Joe,
We want you to know you are in our prayers even if you, Roger & Rusty did crash in on our IBC senior trip in Gatlingburg!!!
P.S. I’ll never forget how crazy you looked during spirit week at IBC… your a nut man!
Brian
January 23rd, 2007 at 11:17 am
We wanted you to know that we are praying for you and Love you and your family alot. While reading your entries Carl can’t help but go back to when he worked with your dad, you and Jennifer were just young kids and Tabitha would come over and babysit. He was also talking about your grandmother Martha and what a prayer warrior she was, and how she instilled that prayer into her kids. You are so blessed to have such a praying family. The church family is so awesome. Words cant even describe how awesome the Church is. Even though the love may not be expressed daily, in times like these it is revealed. You are so loved by so many, it is truly an inspiration to all who visit here. Stay strong and know that you are loved and in our prayers.
January 23rd, 2007 at 11:11 am
We are praying and believing for a full recovery. God is good and his healing power was given for this accident long before you were born. It may take a little time but through the answers of God our expectations are soaring.
January 23rd, 2007 at 10:49 am
Joseph,
I wanted you to know that I will keep you constantly in my prayers!
God Bless You
Brooke W.
January 23rd, 2007 at 10:48 am
Joseph
I hope you get better soon and i will be praying for you and i love you even know i am not there to see you man but i am there in sprit. i appriciate what you have do for me when i went to EBAC. Sorry about what happen to you.
January 23rd, 2007 at 10:42 am
I just wanted the family to know there is one more person praying for joe.
(No matter what,) You have to remember God is ALWAYS in control. We don’t know why things happen like this but God will take care of you all.
God Bless you
Leah Powers
January 23rd, 2007 at 10:29 am
Joe-
I’m so glad to read the good reports this morning.
Just wanted to let you know, Lisa and I are planning a trip down to visit you once you are strong enough for a good chat.
We’ll have to talk about the personality tests — maybe we can see if your new friends at the hospital want to take the test too!
January 23rd, 2007 at 10:24 am
Please know that Lindsey and I are praying for you Joseph, and your also for your family. God is Great and as we know, can do anything. We will continue to pray for your complete and total healing and give God all the glory. We will be up to see you later when you are feeling better. For now just know that we love you and we are trusting God for your speedy recovery. We will see you soon.
Love,
Dena & Lindsey
January 23rd, 2007 at 10:22 am
Joseph,
I was praising GOD when I read the message Jennifer put in early this morning about your responsivness. We have complete faith that GOD will restore you and renew your health. Sharon and I and Alec prayed last night and Alec whom I know you have not seen since he was an infant was asking GOD to take your injuries away to a dry and desolet land where they will no longer flourish and to make you better so he can meet this young man named Joseph that everyone love’s soo much. I thank GOD for his promises and want you to know that all of your family here in Elkhart are praying for you and David,Mona,Jen and Melvina and all of the family there in TN and everywhere else throughout the states. Sharon and I had a flashback memory of your mischeif back when we got married almost 13 years ago and you decided to hide in the back of our car as we left for our honeymoon. I remember your dad driving down the road beside us telling us to pull over because you were in the back! These wonderful memories of you will always be a part of our life and we will be thanking GOD again soon for more memorable moments as he restores your health and you get back to the your life of making everyone smile. We are going to try and come down there possibly this weekend if not then very soon!
WITH LOVE AND PRAYERS,
Steve, Sharon, and Alec
January 23rd, 2007 at 10:20 am
Joe, I miss you so much. I was so happy last night when you “told me that you love me” by squeezing my hand. This is great, but I am not feeling very patient right now. I’m ready for you to get through this so that we can go home and get back to normal. I guess nothing will ever really be the same after this, but it will be so nice to all be together again. Our family’s lives are forever changed and I believe that God has opened up our eyes to things that would not be possible to see before. I have always heard that God can take a bad situation and use it for His good. I have never doubted those words, however, now I can feel and see it happening before me. I hope that this is as speedy of a process that it can be. I cannot wait to talk to you, I have so much to say (and I have no doubt that you have alot to say yourself).
Well, I love you, I miss you, and I will try to be more patient. I know that this will be a long road. You are more than worth it for me to wait as long as this takes. I will take care of you for as long as you need me to be there for you. You are my brother, which gives us a special bond, but that is not why I love you. I love you because of the person that you are and I love you because you are my friend. I love you- my Joey, my brother, my inspiration, my friend.
Love, Jenn
January 23rd, 2007 at 10:08 am
Well Joe this is my fourth time writing you………..
If there is any one who wasnt a believer before they should be now!!!! God’s been busy at work on ya Joe. Wish I could be there with ya bud. I hope you know your not alone by any means. The room would be packed with people if they would let us. There is a prayer meeting for tonight, and you better believe I will be there. I cant wait to tell you what a wonderful family you have. Your sweet momma only leaves your side because they make her and she is on top of those doctors and nurses making sure you are getting plenty of attention. And your daddy is just trying to keep up his spirits and is trusting in the lord for your full recovery. Now little Jen Jen, shes been somthing else…..she is updating this website for you throughout the day everyday. You are loved so much, and so many are praying for you. I cant help but wonder if you feel alone, and it breaks my heart to think you are. But if you only knew………I love you and regret not getting together more often, and I promise I will be there for all the holidays for now on. Wake up little buddy so we can tell ya how much we love you and miss hearing you sweet voice.
Love
Amber
January 23rd, 2007 at 9:55 am
Joe,
Just wanted to let you know that all of the people at Pellissippi State and the Student Rec. Center are thinking of you and keeping you in our prayers.
Dan Jones, SRC Manager
January 23rd, 2007 at 9:50 am
Joe…
I am so excited to hear the recent news God is so good! We are still praying, God is gonna do everything he promised. We have been having special prayer here at school and they have been requesting prayer for you at Calvary and a ton of other churches here in the area. I can’t wait to see you! I love you!
~Meggie
January 23rd, 2007 at 9:48 am
You don’t know us but we are friends of Ryan Andrews from St. Louis. We have been praying for you and thanking God for the positive report! We pray that you have a quick and complete recovery.
January 23rd, 2007 at 9:44 am
Joseph,
I know that you may not remember me, but i met you while coming to your church with Roger May. I actually stayed at your house with a Children’s Ministry trip.
I just wanted to say that my church in Michigan is going to be praying for you. God hears and knows everything that we go through and loves you more than any person in the world.
I pray that one day I will again see you. God has great things coming your way. Just hold on.
Jeanette Fuller
Midland, MI
January 23rd, 2007 at 9:42 am
Joseph,
You wilkl never remember me more than likely, but my cousin Megan Malone and I came to visit you when we were quite younger. Then you obviously have stayed in contact with her through school….I ran into her mom who told me about your accident…I have been praying for you everyday for a total and complete recovery….and though i may not be in church right now, I’m pretty sure God’s powers still work! Hold onto him Joeseph, for he will carry you through this struggle…I know that there are so many people praying for you all over this country and world. I knwo that my friends and family and co-workers are praying for you! I think about you and your family all the time and pray that God would touch you and bring you through according to his perfect will. I pray that he comforts your family, giving the strength and encouragement and peace! Joespeh you are in my prayers and i know everyone in Indiana’s prayers as well! I will be checking in throughout the day’s to see the progress that you have made!
Love in Christ,
Sarah Morgan,
Bloomington IN
January 23rd, 2007 at 9:38 am
Dear Joe:
I am friends with your Aunt Rhonda and wanted to let you know she asked for prayers for your speedy recovery which I have done. From your web-site, it looks as though many people and families have prayed for you. You are a blessed person to have that many friends and family that care deeply for you. Best of wishes to you for your recovery and to your family during your time of recovery. May God bless you and keep you in his healing hands.
Phyllis
January 23rd, 2007 at 8:57 am
Joseph,
It is taking longer and longer to scroll down to the bottom of the page to write you. In another day I suppose it will take longer than a month to get to the bottom of the page.
I’ve been calling Dad letting him know how your progress is coming along. He can only check it at work though. He dosen’t have a computer yet (but believe me he soon will if I have anything to say about it)
When he goes back to his cave and lights his kerosene lanterns I’m sure he wishes he had one.
I thank the lord that we live in a time of such advanced technology. The lord has blessed man with so much wisdom. I’m glad that you have had such wonderful competent doctors who have allowed God to direct their hand and minds to help bring you through this trying time.
This experience has tested the faith of everyone and I believe God is very pleased with them for their faithfullness to him.
I love You,
Uncle Danny
January 23rd, 2007 at 8:34 am
I know you probably don’t know us, but we wanted to write and let you know that you are in our prayers. Bro. Ferguson and I are youth pastor of FAC of Maryville, Tennessee. Bro. and Sis. Lee attend our church. We have all joined them in prayer for a complete and speedy recovery. “…Fear ye not, stand still, and see the salvation of the Lord, which he will shew to you to day….”
Bro. & Sis. Ferguson
FAC Maryville, TN
January 23rd, 2007 at 8:24 am
Joseph,
My prayers are with you and your family. I am pleased to hear about the daily progess. I know that God has His hand on you, and it will be wonderful to look back and see the wonderful miracle that God has performed.
David, Mona and Jennifer,
This is a time for you to hang on to the promises of God and give Him the praise and worship He so deserves. Giving God praise will give you more strength and comfort than you will ever know.
Love,
Sister Gloria Gentry
January 23rd, 2007 at 7:51 am
Hi Joseph,
My cousin, Robin, attends the same church that you do. She sent me the website about you. I’m sure you can already see through all of the entries in your guestbook, but I just want you to see that people everywhere are praying for you. Through the website I can see that you have many family and friends who love you and are praying for you. That’s a wonderful gift. I look forward to seeing your full recovery and thanking God for that.
A sister in Christ,
Debbie
January 23rd, 2007 at 7:15 am
Joe,
Just want you to know that even in Orlando Florida we are aware of your accident that day a good friend of your family Kim West immediatley told me of the news and I sent a prayer out via the internet and sent your needs to as many websites as possible. We are praying for you at The Pentecostals of Apopka Pastor Mike Williams Church.
Yours in Christ,
Bro Dana Skipworth
January 23rd, 2007 at 6:18 am
Joseph & Family,
I am so glad to have this website to be able to check on your progress. I am praying for all of you and have sent out prayer requests for you and your family. I was so thankful to read that you were responding to Jennifers commands and am thanking God for your progress. My love to everyone! Yours in Christ!
The White Family…………….
January 23rd, 2007 at 5:55 am
Dear Joe, just want to let you know that I’m praying for you though I don’t know you. It is through the grace of God that we can have this bond for each other. Hurry up and get well!
January 23rd, 2007 at 1:47 am
Joe,
I heard about your mishap from your Grandma Mel late Saturday night (January 20). I learned of this website on Monday night (January 22). Meanwhile, my family and church have been praying for you. It is awesome to realize that people are praying for you and your family throughout the country and in other parts of the world.
I have called your grandma several times to get updates on your progress. In consideration of your parents and sister, I have not attempted to call them. I’m sure they have been talking to more people than they want to. Their heads must be spinning. I will attempt to talk to them at a better time or they can e-mail or call me when it is a good time for them. I regret not being there to give them all a hug. All of you have been like family to us and we love you dearly for that.
However, I am giving you fair warning. When I come to visit I will not feel the least bit sorry for you. I plan on whipping you and your family in Euchre. In the meantime, keep the faith as we all are and God’s speed in a complete and full recovery.
Love Ya,
Jerry Wonders
Huber Heights, Ohio
January 23rd, 2007 at 1:37 am
Hey Joe,
Just wanted you to know I’ve been praying for you ever since I heard about the accident, and will continue to do so until your full recovery comes! I know you’re going to pull through all of this with flying colors.
Can’t wait for the day we can talk about this and thank God for His awesome, restoring power…
Jeff
January 23rd, 2007 at 1:21 am
Hey Joe, It’s Brandi again. I just read the wonderful news that you are responding to requests! Reading that was like music to my ears!! I am so proud of you for being such a trooper! I know that Jesus is going to bring you through this storm! From the moment that I met you I knew that Jesus had great things in store for you. You will be able to use this storm to touch many souls. Jesus can always bring good from bad! Hang in there and keep getting better. We all miss you so much in Louisiana! I will continue to pray for you daily, actually several times a day!
Love and Miss you,
Brandi
January 23rd, 2007 at 12:44 am
Dear Joseph —
Brooke was on the phone telling us about your accident as soon as she heard about it — and we starting praying right then. We know that our God is good — and we are confident that He makes all things work together for good. What a testimony you’re going to have when you come through this!! In fact, your testimony as already begun, and God is getting all the glory!
We are praying for you — all of us at Lighthouse Pentecostal Church in Wausau, Wisconsin — and for your dear family that the presence of the Prince of Peace will be near to you all today, and in the days ahead. We are praying for your quick and complete recovery — and you are already showing that God is doing the work! We love you, Joseph, and David, Mona and Jennifer, too!
Hebrews 13:5 in the Amplified Bible says: “He (God) Himself has said, I will not in any way fail you nor give you up nor leave you without support. I will not, I will not, I will not in any degree leave you helpless nor forsake nor let you down or relax My hold on you! Assuredly not!” Hang on, hold on, press on, Joe! You’ll be smiling again soon!
Love,
<Derrald and Barb Hilderbrand
Wausau, Wisconsin