Tribute to Joseph Treadway

1997-2013

Tyler's brother Joseph was his biggest fan and supporter. Tragically, his life was taken on his 16th birthday. Family member Vern Byrd said, "He had more friends than the average 16 year old."

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oh that smile....how i miss you with every breathe i take. such a wonderful son you are and i am so honored that God chose me to be your momma. everyday i have spent raising you has been the best times of my life....thats why it is uncomprehendable to me that i have to go on without you. i love you so much. i loved you the moment i knew i was going to have you. joseph you have been the most awesome brother for Tyler and he is missing you just as much as i am. our life wasnt suppose to go this way. you have made me the proudest momma ever with the handsome young gentleman you have grown up to be. our dear friend Zack came to see me and he said "if my son grows up to be 1/2 the man Joseph is...i will be a proud dad" that is a huge statement about you son. ive been looking at pictures from our time together and wow son...we sure have had some wonderful times through the years. the last 3 have been pretty tough and i couldnt have gotten thru without you to stand by me and your brother. thought that was the hardest thing we would ever have to do....Boy was i wrong....being without you is unbearable. i promise i will take care of him and with the help of these wonderful friends of ours....we will get Tyler that therapy.i know that is your dream and i will keep it alive for you...for all us. Son, i could go on and on about how much i miss you cause every second is another painful one without you here patting me on the head and saying now momma....i love you now always and forever with my whole heart. i have this huge emptiness i cant get rid of cause only you can fill it. You and Tyler will always be my #1's and always know i have your back. i love you sweet precious JOSEPH...