News: Joe aka Back Alley

[Michael Markey]

Don`t know if this is an appropriate thread but older members may recall Joe ( Back Alley) . Just heard from him on Fb and I`m sure that everybody here would want to wish him the very best .
Please move if this is not the appropriate thread.

"I’m looking for my long lost sister…last seen in conn…i have been diagnosed with a form of dementia and I am hoping to make amends with her and a few others …that i was foolish enough to keep in touch with…as to me I am living in a hospital 24/7 while waiting for a move to an assisted living home..if this sounds wonky I have a less than capacity brain and have terrible typing skills on an iPhone…I have been here a bit over a month and hope that a more permanent safe place can be found…we grew up asMmary Ellen and Joey and i think now still use Maria …so any Wagners..Rizzuto’s Peloso is being asked to look at the person next to you and ask if she is my sister…as for old friends photo friends friends friends from around the world an old hello world would be appreciated".

 

[Rick Waldroup]

That is such sad, heartbreaking news. I have always wondered what happened to Joe. And, yes indeed, I wish the very best for him during these trying times. Thanks for the update, Michael.

 

[lynnb]

Joe, if you’re reading this - my warmest wishes to you. I hope you manage to reconnect with your sister.

Best,
Lynn

 

[telenous]

If memory serves, Joe as a moderator had a big star next to his rff handle. If anyone deserved to have one, it was him. I am sorry to read of his troubles.

 

[Zuiko-logist]

Don`t know if this is an appropriate thread but older members may recall Joe ( Back Ally) . Just heard from him on Fb and I`m sure that everybody here would want to wish him the very best .
Please move if this is not the appropriate thread.

"I’m looking for my long lost sister…last seen in conn…i have been diagnosed with a form of dementia and I am hoping to make amends with her and a few others …that i was foolish enough to keep in touch with…as to me I am living in a hospital 24/7 while waiting for a move to an assisted living home..if this sounds wonky I have a less than capacity brain and have terrible typing skills on an iPhone…I have been here a bit over a month and hope that a more permanent safe place can be found…we grew up asMmary Ellen and Joey and i think now still use Maria …so any Wagners..Rizzuto’s Peloso is being asked to look at the person next to you and ask if she is my sister…as for old friends photo friends friends friends from around the world an old hello world would be appreciated".

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Joe, if you’re reading this - my warmest wishes to you. I hope you manage to reconnect with your sister.

Best,
Lynn

I can only echo this. Wishing for a good outcome.

 

[Archiver]

That's really unexpected. Wishing Joe a speedy move to a safe and healthy place. 🙏❤️ @Michael Markey please convey to Joe that we all miss him and wish him well.

 

[Sonnar Brian]

Very sorry to hear about this, wish Joe the best. I remember when he reunited with his son years ago.

 

[raydm6]

Wishing you the best Joe (@back alley). I hope you find some peace. 🙏

 

[Keith]

Don`t know if this is an appropriate thread but older members may recall Joe ( Back Ally) . Just heard from him on Fb and I`m sure that everybody here would want to wish him the very best .
Please move if this is not the appropriate thread.

"I’m looking for my long lost sister…last seen in conn…i have been diagnosed with a form of dementia and I am hoping to make amends with her and a few others …that i was foolish enough to keep in touch with…as to me I am living in a hospital 24/7 while waiting for a move to an assisted living home..if this sounds wonky I have a less than capacity brain and have terrible typing skills on an iPhone…I have been here a bit over a month and hope that a more permanent safe place can be found…we grew up asMmary Ellen and Joey and i think now still use Maria …so any Wagners..Rizzuto’s Peloso is being asked to look at the person next to you and ask if she is my sister…as for old friends photo friends friends friends from around the world an old hello world would be appreciated".

That is such sad news. 🙁 I'm friends with Joe on Facebook but I haven't been there in over six months so wasn't aware of what has befallen him. I may have to reactivate my account and send him a message wishing him success in finding his sister. The man was an absolute institution here at RFF and I was sad when he moved on.

Thank you so much for letting us know about this Michael.

 

[wlewisiii]

Oh. Hell. Only last night I read a message on a computer rescue list I've been on even longer than here where a long time stalwart suddenly passed away. Now to hear this about Joe.

"In the bleak mid-winter
Frosty wind made moan
Earth stood hard as iron,
Water like a stone;"

 

[robert blu]

Thanks Michael for this update. It a sad news, we all remember Joe and his contribution to RFF. We can only wish all the best to Joe.

 

[Dogman]

This is distressing news. Only recently I recalled one of Joe's posts here on RFF. I've wondered what has been happening with him. Sad to discover he is dealing with so much.🙁

 

[Rob-F]

I still miss Joe's presence and his remarks and articles, especially his search for the perfect camera bag. I wish Joe the best possible outcome for himself, and best luck in finding his sister.

 

[Ko.Fe.]

Whish the best for our fellow Canadian!

 

[Timmyjoe]

Sending Joe ( Back Alley) prayers and positive energy. Sorry to hear this news.

 

[Rick Waldroup]

I still miss Joe's presence and his remarks and articles, especially his search for the perfect camera bag. I wish Joe the best possible outcome for himself, and best luck in finding his sister.

Joe's quest for the perfect camera bag makes for some great reading. He never gave up... 😎

 

[splitimageview]

This is sad news, I'll drop him a note on fb. He hasn't been here for a couple of years.

 

[BillBingham2]

Both Sad and Good. Sad with what has befallen him, Good that he has a safe place.

I miss him dearly, always good for an intelligent thought.

Please pass along B2 says Hi and I miss him, wishing him only the best.

B2 (;-<

 

[Pioneer]

Thanks for the update Michael. It is nice to know that Back Alley is doing well at this point and I truly wish him success with his search for family. I have missed reading his posts and hope he ends up in a good place.

 

[Shab]

A big hug Joe... and I wish you the best...