Service Information
(New) St. Michael Catholic Chu
3/12/08
11:00 a.m.
Visitation Information
Joseph Francis Joey Bongaarts, age 21, of Albertville died accidentally on Saturday, March 8, 2008 near Brainerd.
He was born on February 9, 1987 in Coon Rapids the son of Robert E. & Sandra M. Zachman Bongaarts.
Joey graduated from St. Michael-Albertville High School in 2005 and was currently a student at Hennepin Technical College.
He was also employed at the St. Michael-Albertville arena.
Joey was an active bowler, enjoyed playing softball and snow boarding.
He was a faithful member of The Church of St. Michael in St. Michael.
Survived by his loving parents: Robert E. & Sandra M. Bongaarts of Albertville; a sister: Jessica Bongaarts of Albertville; girlfriend: Ashley Myers; grandparents:Norbert & Verena Zachman of St. Michael and Gordy & Helen Bongaarts of Hanover; aunts, uncles, cousins, other realatives and friends.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Joseph Francis Joey Bongaarts was held on Wednesday, March 12th at 11:00 a.m. at The Church of St. Michael in St. Michael. Father Michael Becker was the celebrant and interment followed at The St. Michael Cemetery.
A visitation was held on Tuesday, March 10th from 4-9 P.M. at the church.
Honorary Casket Bearers were Tommy Kododo, Kelly Zachman, Megan Dingley, Tabatha Forness, Jessica Chopp and Beau Toutloff.
Bob, Sandy, Jessie, and Grandparents, Aunts, Uncles, Cousins of Joey as well as dear friends,
You are all on our hearts. We continue to pray for each of you – May you find Strength throughout this extremely difficult time. May you feel the Love of Joey around you always, especially right now. There are no words to describe how so extremely saddened we are to hear of your loss. Joey has always been such a joy to be around. He was always helpful to Aric and I and very sweet to our boys (and of course to our dogs who also so dearly loved him 🙂 I remember how awesome he was with Alex as his very first babysitter (so that we could attend the friendly city days events) and how he (and Jessie) used to bounce the kids on the trampoline, push them in the wheelbarrow, and always talk with us when we’d see him around town or at softball! He will be dearly missed. Our memories of him are awesome and we are so thankful for the opportunity to have known such a great kid.
We love you guys and we are so sorry.
God’s Blessings,
The Antils – Aric, Becky, Alex, Ashton, Emma, and Juby.
Bob and Sandy and Family,
Bob I don’t know if you and Sandy remember me or not but Iused to work with you at LSI in Plymouth and I just heard about your son. My heart goes out to you and your family. Your son looks just like you Bob. I’m sorry for your loss. Just hold on to the good memories and you will see your son in heaven again Bob and Sandy. Take care of yourselves and I will say a prayer for you and your family.
Connie Sheehan
Bob, Sandy & Jessica,
I am so sorry to hear of Joey’s accident. He was such a wonderful young man. I remember him so well while scorekeeping baseball games in the dugout and on the field being such a great mentor and role model to his teammates. He was a great role model for Jeremy and we were thrilled that Joey took him under his wing in high school and kept him going on the right path. Every time he ran in to Keith and I he took the time to chat with us. I will miss bumping into him every now and then. You are a wonderful family and I am deeply saddened by your loss.
Sara Kuhn
It shocked me when my son, Steve sent this to me. I remember meeting Joey at the bowling alley when I was there with my three grandaughters, he was so helpful. and kind and his smile that just made me smile. he will be missed. Sorry for your loss, my heart goes out to you.
Dear Bob, Sandy and Jessica.
Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family. May God give you and your family all the courage and strength to tide you over this extreme loss and grief. May Joey rest in peace.
Ron, Dee, Dan and Chris Filzen