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When a Thank You Becomes an Inspiration
Hello everyone! My name is Julia Byrne, Joel’s older sister. Although it has been a tough eight months, there has been lots of good given to the community. I know that many of you have taken time out of your day and money out of your pockets to help people in honor of my brother.…
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Friday Night Lights
I’ve been struggling quite a bit as of late. School starting. The football team taking the field. I knew it would be tough. Didn’t think it would be this tough. Last week I attended the Ram Rally and volunteered in the Booster tent to help with Spirit Wear sales. I didn’t give much thought to…
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Joel Byrne Lamb Center Donation Drive
My name is Julia Byrne and I am coordinating a drive for the Lamb Center in honor of my brother, Joel Byrne (January 10th, 2008- February 4th, 2023). Joel was a kind hearted, athletic kid who was devoted to serving his community. From donating to his church and the Lamb Center all the way to…
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A Birthday Wish Come True
I’m writing this on the morning of my 50th birthday and already my birthday wish has come true. Actually it came true in the weeks and months leading up to my birthday since Joel’s death. The wish is for others to keep Joel’s light shining. Last week was the icing on the cake. On Friday,…
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Byrne Family Updates
In the past five months, there has been many, many amazing things done in honor of Joel. Even strangers that have never met us or Joel have felt compelled to contribute to his spirit. Although I will be writing more about this in the near future, I wanted to at least say thank you now.…
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Thank you for Sharing!
Below is a picture my friend Karen Franca shared with me shortly after Joel’s death. Just the picture alone is enough to make me emotional. Add to it the fact that I knew EXACTLY what I was thinking when that picture was taken. This picture was taken at the memorial service of Karen’s son. Nick…
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Coach Hansen’s Legacy Lives On
Coach Hansen, It’s been a long while. With Joel’s sudden and unexplained death, I felt compelled to extend to you my family’s gratitude for the legacy you left behind. I wish I could have told you personally the impact you had on me and my family. Especially on Joel. In December of 2022, I stumbled…
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“What Would Joel Do” Week of Service Update
This email went out today to our organization at my employer, Check Point/Avanan, regarding their “What Would Joel Do” week of service efforts. I am eternally grateful to all my colleagues for keeping Joel’s Light shining. So many people doing so many amazing things helps bring light to our darkness. Thank you Gil and Kelly…
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“In the Stars” – Dedication to Joel
What a beautiful performance. Amazing job Antonella and thank you so much for keeping Joel’s light shining by honoring him. Thank you to Buffa’s Dance Studio. Glad we could attend.
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Joel Byrne CBA Academic Scholarship
I so wish I wasn’t in the position of posting about such wonderful gestures. But I am. Clifton Community/CBA, thank you so much for honoring Joel in your scholarship and everything you have done to support us during this time. And thank you for being a part of Joel’s wonderful life. 2023 JOEL BYRNE CBA…