Dear David, Loren, Roxanne and Shirley,
It is with deep sorrow we learn of Joe’s passing. Despite the distance we felt very connected. The reunions with Joe were always very special to us, be it in Canada or during one of his visits in Switzerland. We are grateful, we were able to accompany Joe to Commugny two years ago to meet his childhood friends.
Spending a couple of days with Joe over 20 years ago, looking after the bees, having a go at his garden and him teaching us how to eat asparagus without cutlery are cherished memories that come to mind when thinking of Uncle Joe. But most of all he was a very generous friend and receiving one of his big hugs was a wonderful feeling.
Uncle Joe, you will be greatly missed and forever fondly remembered!
Our heart goes out to our family and Shirley in Canada, as well as Joe’s sisters.
Heartfelt sympathies,
Katrin, Rolf, Julia and Lukas of the Rüegg-Ginsig Family
