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My tribute to Joe21
Nov 3, 2021, 10:46 PM
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I met Joe21 one time.
I had sent him this note:
Hi Joe,
I just wanted to tell you how much I enjoy reading your stories. My Dad is a WWII veteran and he is still living in the upstate in Central, SC. I take him to lunch 3 times per week. We sit and talk. Sometimes he gets sad about missing my Mom and being lonely. Lately, after reading your stories it peeks my curiosity about his time in the service and I will ask him about it. He perks right up! Some of his stories are so funny like yours and we part ways after lunch on such a high note. Are you in the upstate? Maybe you could join us some time? Dad was a paratrooper in the 11th Airborne Division. He arrived late to WWII, coming from the Philippines, landing on Okinawa 3 days before the Treaty was signed with Japan.
ALLweatherfan
He responded and met my dad and we talked. Such a great guy and a big deal to my dad to meet a fellow WW2 vet that was still around.
I continued to show my dad some of Joe’s stories (because it would put him in a good mood) up until Dad passed away. We had a chuckle over some of them and Dad would tell of some of his own capers in the military.
If you never met Joe, here is a nice article about him.
https://theclemsoninsider.com/2019/07/03/the-cockes-loved-clemson-so-much-they-told-the-whole-world/ The Cockes loved Clemson so much they told the whole world Hanging over the door in Joe Cocke’s den is a picture of Memorial Stadium from October 23, 1999. What’s the significance of that game? It is still the largest crowd in Clemson to watch a football game, as 86,092 fans showed up and packed Death Valley.
Rest In Peace Joe21. You will be missed.
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Nov 3, 2021, 10:52 PM
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Thank you so much for sharing.
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Great video
Nov 4, 2021, 1:12 AM
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Thank You so much for posting this video. I had plans to
Nov 4, 2021, 8:52 AM
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meet Mr. Joe for the first time at his 100th birthday get together in Clemson. Sadly, that will never happen. But, this video is the next best thing. He had an amazingly sharp mind and vocalization for one his age. Or any age!
He will truly be sadly missed here on the TNets. We have lost a cornerstone.
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Re: My tribute to Joe21- It is people like Joe and Mary Lynn
Nov 3, 2021, 11:03 PM
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plus their dughters that have made Clemson- the University and the town the place it is today. And we are all blessed for that
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I was both stunned and saddened to read this news
Nov 4, 2021, 5:26 AM
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early this morning.
Sometimes, people pass through our lives who make a positive impact, and for many of us Joe's wriiten words became our bond. I know some met or knew him, and I envy you for it.
TigerNet was richer and brighter because of him, as were those of us who enjoyed his words.
May he rest in peace, and may the Almighty provide strength, comfort and His peace that passes all understanding to his family and friends.
Thank you, Joe.
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Re: My tribute to Joe21
Nov 4, 2021, 6:51 AM
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It was truly an honor reading his stories. Sad news to hear. But comforting to think about how great and extraordinary his time here on earth was. Never met the man in person, but my heart sank this morning upon reading the news of his passing. Prayers to his family. Prayers for this nation. We lost a great man and patriot.
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Re: My tribute to Joe21
Nov 4, 2021, 8:31 AM
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Thank you for passing this along.
Joe will be missed by many friends and family.
Rest in peace, and God bless you and your grieving family and friends.
Go Tigers!!!
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