Brande Voss remembers her cousin Joey

Brande remembering my dear cousin Joey

Joey was and will always be my cousin. I’m 13 years older then Joey and live 300 miles away, so I haven’t been around to see the handsome, funny & loving man Joey had become till I came home for Adrianna’s wedding. When I first saw Joey and his amazing smile in March, I gave him a hug and told him how handsome he was, and his response was “I know, the girls love me” and we laughed together. Then he looked at my twin sons, Tyler & Trevor who are 5 years old and started talking “star wars” talk with them, at that point my boys made a new best friend. I remember a Joey, who loved to play baseball, loved to dirt bike ride, loved to swim and loved to just have fun. Joey and my husband Jeff would talk for hours about dirt bike riding; Joey loved to talk anything that revolved around sports. I remember a time about 4 years ago when the family came to Los Angeles for a family vacation, they stopped over night at my house and the first thing Joey wanted to do was go swimming and see how fast he could go down my slide, and sure enough he was flying down my slide having a blast, then uncle Joe wanted to see how fast he could go and who could make the biggest splash…I really enjoyed this time with my cousin. I only wish in my heart that I could have spent more time with Joey, seeing him at Adri’s wedding having the time of his life dancing, laughing, socializing with everyone is how I remember my cousin Joey. Leaving the wedding, saying my good-bye’s I never could have imagined that I would never see my cousin again, never see his amazing beautiful smile or his big brown eyes. I wake up every morning and think of Joey, what I think is this…When I told my little boys about what happened to mommy’s cousin, Trevor looked at me and said “mommy, god took Joey because when Joey went to heaven Cody (our dog who passed away a year ago) was there to meet him, and now the 2 of them are running and playing ball together on a big green field” I looked at my little boy and said “you are exactly right sweetie” so this is what I see when I see my cousin.

Joey was taken from our family much too soon. I pray every morning and every night for my Uncle Joe, Aunt Toni, my cousins Adrianna & John, Virginia and Michelle. Joey was loved so very much by his family & friends. I miss you and love you Joey…Justice for Joey

Lots of Love,
Jeff, Brande, Tyler & Trevor

Rob Corriea remembers Joey

I will never forget how I felt that day Joey was gone, I thought no way he was my pal, my buddy, my friend. A big part of my life right up ‘til the end. He talked of his family all the time. Always willing to help at the drop of a dime. He was respectful to everyone he met, a true country boy, what you see is what you get. That’s probably why I loved him so much. Because he always seemed to come through in the clutch. It must have been the way he was raised. For that his parents deserved to be praised. Joey came into my life as part of a plan and I thank you Joe and Toni for raising such a man. I couldn’t have asked for a better friend and I’ll think of him daily, ‘til I see him again.

Tiffany Ogilvie remembers Joey

I was lucky enough to have met Joey this year. Our neighbor, Blake, introduced my family to him.

I went back and forth trying to decide if I should write this. I didn't know Joey like most of you. I also do not have a lot of memories to share. Joey would come over with Blake sometimes and the rest of the boys. Of course, my husband and my 5 year old son were out either in my garage or on my driveway with everyone. I never wanted to be out with all the boys and cramp their style haha! I tried to stay inside and let them have their fun and their beers and talk and laugh at whatever it was they were laughing about. Every now and then, I would walk my daughter outside and we would come say hi, then make our way back in the house.

The reason why I decided to write this is because I just wanted to let Joey and his family know how much my little boy looked up to him. I remember getting ready to go to the gym and my son saying, "Mom, this is Joey P. like when you pee". I just laughed, we all did, and I said hi. He loved him, and I know he enjoyed the times when he was treated like one of the "big boys". I appreciate Joey, and all of the boys for always including my son, playing basketball with him, giving him high-five's, knuckles, and hugs.

About two weeks ago, my husband and I took the kids to lunch and my daughter got a balloon and my son didn't want one. When we were getting into our car, he said, "Mom, I should have gotten a balloon because then I could let it go into the sky so it can go all the way up to Joey P and my uncle Chris".
He will always be remembered in a young boy's heart.
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends during this difficult time. It's clear to see that
Joey P was easily loved... Justice for Joey.

Tiffany Ogilvie

Michelle Pires remembers Joey

I met Joey in May 2007. My friend Stephanie introduced us at a bullfight in Stevenson. We only said three words to each other, "Hi, I'm Michelle," and "Hi, I'm Joey." That was it for the night. The next day my friend Stephanie texted me and said that Joey wanted my number and wanted to see me again. We got each other's numbers and that's where our story begins. He told me the next day that he was watching me the whole night at the bullfights and thought to himself that I was going to be his next girlfriend :) We NEVER went more than two days without talking since.

He INSISTED that I go to park fete in 2007, so I did. That's where it all started. We clicked and had so much in common. We talked for hours. I remember I was so nervous on my way to see him. I had the butterflies. I was always honest with Joey and I told him I was so nervous. He told me, "Don't worry I'm nervous too but I have a feeling that things will go perfect!" and they did. Joey had a way to make me feel so special and important.

Our first date was also very nerve racking. He showed up to my house and I ran outside because my whole family was over, and you know how Portuguese people are, loud and at times embarrassing. Haha so I told him that he would meet them another day. We went to Red Robin for dinner and talked FOREVER! Then we watched Transformers and we laughed and talked through out the whole movie!

On August 24, 2007, my brother/best friend passed away. Joey stuck by my side throughout everything. He supported and comforted me every day from then on out. Joey had an amazing heart and wanted me to be happy. He would always say, "I'll do anything just to see you smile" (Tim Mcgraw-just to see you smile was one of our songs). He also texted me a few days after and told me to listen to Clay Walker-Fall. He said that song was his song to me and he wanted to be by my side no matter what. Joey put aside all of his friends because he willingly wanted to be there for me and help me through the loss of my brother. Joey was a very caring and loving guy and wanted nothing but to see the ones he loved happy.

We decided to go to Supercross 2008 at the ATT Park in San Fransico. He called me ALL morning, because of course, I was running a little late, haha. Once I showed up to his house, we got in his truck and drove off. On our drive, we talked and laughed the whole way. I kept asking, "Are we there yet?" and he would just laugh and smile his amazing smile at me and say "Not yet!" :) Once we got into the city, we rolled down the windows and turned up his birthday CD and just enjoyed the weather and ocean. We went into the pits and got to meet Carey Heart and meet up with his cousin. I'll never forget, I had to go to the bathroom and we were in the pits, so I had to go in the gross porto potties. I set my purse (that he bought me and would take better care of it then I would haha) on the floor next to him. When I walked out, he was holding my purse and had that cute little smile of his on face again and he just looked so cute! :) We went into the field to watch the races and the clouds started rolling in. We looked at each other and said no matter what were watching the races even if it pours down rain, and we did. It started to pour down rain but we had our rain jackets and enjoyed the races! Even though it started raining, it was still one of the best days I have ever had!

Joey's 21st birthday was also a very fun and memorable night. Of course I was nevrous because his whole family was going to be there but of course he reassured me and said, "Dont worry, they will love you. I do" :) He always had a way to make me feel better. Once I got there he introduced me to his family and we hung out with all his friends and family. By the end of the night, his WONDERFUL sister Adriana drove us to the V.I. Joey danced and sang the whole night away. He was so happy and having so much fun. Nothing could ruin his night. The smile on his face was priceless! The bar was closing and it was time to go home. By the time we got to his house, he was already snoring on my shoulder haha. I tried to get him out of his truck but he would not move. I sat outside with him for a good 45 minutes till I was able to get him out of his truck. Once he got up he ran to his room and and laid on his bed. I went in there to make sue he was ok and he looked up at me said, "Tonight was so much fun!' Joey always knew how to have a good time and make the best of every situation!

LAC 2008 was one of the best days of my life. We didnt go together, but of course, we ended up together. Once Blake Shelton came on, he called me and we met up. He made our way to the front of the concert and just started singing and dancing! Joey was twirling me around all over the place, I think I hit everyone around me haha. But he still continued to sing and dance with me. Blake Shelton started to play his song "Nobody but me." He stopped and put his arms around me and we just started dancing slowly. He sang that song at the top of his lungs right in my ear haha. After that day, that song became another one of our songs. Every time it would come on the radio, either one of us would text each other to listen to it.

I have so many more memories that would take up pages and pages. Times that I would eat dinner with his WONDERFUL family, the many and many dinner dates we would go on, the nights we would just lay around and talk, and nights out with his or my friends. Joey meant a lot to me and to many other people. He touched so many people in many different ways. He loved every minute of life and made the best out of every situation. I would always stress about school, work and my family and he would always tell me that everything was going to turn out okay. Joey was my best friend and he told me I was also his. We could talk about anything and not judge one another. Joey is the reason I am who I am today. He made me so much stronger and such a better person. We had our ups and downs but everyone does. We got through them and only made things stronger.

All in all, Joey Anthony Pinasco was a wonderful young man. He loved his family and friends so much. He would do anything for anyone. Joey will remain in my heart forever. I love him with all my heart and that will never change. I still don't understand why this had to happen to such and amazing and loving person. That question will haunt me forever but I know somehow, just like Joey has been doing in my dreams, he will help me understand one day. I miss him so much and I know so many people do as well. It's hard to wake up in the morning and knowing that I wont get a good morning text or phone call, and its so hard to get through the day without him, but I know that one day he will help everyone in one way or another get through the day.

Joey is my support and my motivation to do well in life. He always told me that the one thing that he loved about me the most was that I was my own person and I knew what I wanted out of life. He was so proud of me that I have done well in school and I will continue to for him. He is up there now with my brother and I could not ask for two better people to watch down upon me and guide me through my life. Not a minute goes by that I don't think about you!! I love you Joey and you will remain in my heart forever!

Love always,

Michelle

Carrie remembers Joey

Joey Pinasco was my cousin. There are so many memories of Joey. Growing up, I spent a lot of my time at the Pinasco house. I can remember the summers that Adri, Joey and I would go to Uncle Avie's house to go swimming. I can remember how much Joey loved to swim. He would get so excited about how he got to go swimming with his older sister. There is one story sticks out in my mind that I would like to share. When I came home for Adri's wedding I had not seen my cousin Joey in about 2 years. I was amazed by how much he had changed. Not only his look, but his personality. I approached Joey at the reception and I looked at him and I said, " Man Joey I haven't seen you in such a long time, look at you, you look so good" Joey replied with, "Yes Carrie I do don't I" and laughed and made a silly face at me. I remember we stood there laughing for a few minuets. That was the last time I had spoken with Joey. Joey you are loved by so many people. You are always going to be in my thoughts and prayers. We will find Justice for you and your family. Justice for Joey.

Peter remembers Joey

When remembering Joey I must acknowledge noticing his true appreciation of life. Always showing a high opinion of his own dignity. He was proud. Proud of his family, his friends, his heritage, and his namesake. Proud to follow in the footsteps of his father, anxiously anticipating the change of power for the next generation of Pinasco Mechanical. Joey was my cousin, my friend, that I loved like a brother. You were full of vigor and spirit and I only strive to become half the man you became. We will have retribution and the day will come for those responsible for inflicting such a brutal offense to bear their punishment. I will not rest soundly until we have achieved justice. Justice for Joey.

Sabrina Freitas remembers Joey

There is not a day that goes by where I don't think about you Joey. This is so unreal and unfair. Joey you were an amazing brother, son, friend and person. Every time I saw you, you always had a gleaming smile across your face. You always looked happy and excited for no reason and I loved that. You were excited to live your life everyday to the fullest and I admired that about you. Joey, I wish that I was more like you, and that I could live everyday to the fullest as you did. I have so many fond memories of you through all the years that I have known you. You were the star player at the Linden baseball games and the whole team would be relying on your home runs that you always scored every game. And of course we would converse after the game, about how you were the one who scored, and always were there to have a beer with me. How can we forget Adri's wedding and your "superman" moves and how you stole the show, and everyone loved it. Everyone loved you Joey, not just for your dance moves, but for your personality, your charisma, your humor, your work ethic, your admiration for you family and much more. Joey, you will always be remembered and never be forgotten. You are our guardian angel watching over everyone that loves you. I love you Joey, and you will always hold a special place in my heart forever.

Love, Sabrina Freitas

Mallory Rose remembers Joey

Even though our friendship didn’t just start this past summer, I will always remember you for summer 2008. Ever since my sophomore year of high school I can remember you being Mr. Funny and making our PIT class laugh along with all the other class clowns. On Sunday mornings, well most of them, your family would be in front and mine towards the back, and when we would have to go up to receive Holy Communion I would have to pass you on my way back to my seat. I would get nervous like a young little high school girl would because you were an upper classman who was good looking and popular. I would think to myself “do I make eye contact and smile or just act like I didn’t see you and maybe chat after church?” Most of the time I got the courage to smile and nod, and make small talk after church. It went like that on Sunday mornings until this past June when our conversation became more in-depth. I was no longer a little sophomore in high school but now a sophomore in college. You weren’t class clown of your senior class, but now a hardworking young man…but still very funny young man. I started to see you more often and loved the conversations we would have, about how life is now, how we couldn’t believe where time has gone because Michelle and Kyle were in high school now. Scary!

Like a lot of people do in our town, I had a little drama at park fete (lol) and can just remember you patting your shoulder and telling me “if you need a shoulder to cry on, cry on me”, you must have said it like 5 times and I'll never forget it because it really meant a lot to me. My summer school Anatomy class was consuming my life and stressing me out, but you were the one to remind me that I was always going to do fine and ace the tests. Your work ethic encouraged me to get through the class. If you could get up at 5am Mon-Fri, I could sure get that A I needed. I will never forget the memories of going to Lake McClure with you and friends (I think that trip beat my houseboat trips to Don Pedro for sure), hiking Pine Crest Lake and going to the San Francisco Baseball game. We couldn’t decide on driving into San Fran or taking Bart, but finally you made the call of driving because you said you loved to drive into the city across the bridge to see everything… so that’s what we did with the windows rolled down and the country music turned up. Hanging out with you this past summer definitely made it a memorable one for me.

It wasn’t meant to go this way, and I still don’t understand why God took you from us. He truly must have bigger plans for you up there. It is hard to move on with life down here and the only thing that is making it a little bit easier, is knowing you are watching all of us from up above. You are my guardian angel; you are my motivation to keep working hard at school and to live life to the fullest just like you did. Because “In a Blink of an eye that is when, I'll be closer to You than I've ever been. Time will fly, but until then I'll embrace every moment I'm given” – Mercy Me

Thank you for all the special memories you have given to me and everyone else. You have truly touched the lives of many people. You were a great son, brother, friend and much more. You will never be forgotten, not a day will go by that I won’t think about you and how you’re watching me, and everyone else down below.

XoXo, Mallory

Nancy Lewis remembers Joey

Adri,Toni,Joey & Girls,

I pray for you morning, noon & night. My heart is broken with yours.
What a courteous gentlemen Joey was. After my father Paul died suddenly last year. People would ask John, if you need anything just call. Well, Joey was one of those that did come out and drove tractor to help get the crops in.

Being around Joey watching him tease and play with his sisters, would just make you smile. What a handsome , polite kid. Joey's speech at Adri and John's wedding brought tears to my eyes. It was so much fun watching him dance at the wedding. All the children laughing and dancing with him , probably thinking they well grow up to be just like him. Joey was a great bother, brother-in-law and friend.
And thank Pinasco family for being the family my son John needs in his life.
And Adri my beautiful daughter-in-law. I love and pray for you.

Love Nancy

Kandace Halligan remebers Joey

Joey...
It wasn't until a few days ago, that I got out my stack of red and white St. Luke's year books and took a long stroll down memory lane. Even in Kindergarten you were a stud! That little hair-do of yours and that smirk that was as cute as it was mischievous. We grew up together. Not just you and I, but all of us. I spent the majority of my life at St. Luke's (from Pre-school and Eight grade) and even though you weren't there for all of it, I have so so many memories of you. Beyond the walls of Luke's is where my fondest memories lie. The old house with the white picket fence and the tree house. Trips to the pool by the mall in the big blue van. Trying so hard to hear what our sisters were gossiping about and then realizing that we really didn't care that much after all. Those were the days.

All those years went by and you and I never got the chance to be big kids together. I'm still friends with a few of the "originals" Amanda, Karin, Joseph and Chante. Looking back now I don't get how we never ran into each other... How our paths never crossed. I would have loved to have caught up and known you now. But in a way, I feel like I have gotten to know who you have become. This big JOEY P. Still a ladies man after what I heard Adri say, so I guess something’s never change. Still the funny one... jokes and one liners for days. Same ol' Joey. I'm beginning to think we haven't really grown up at all... Sure we've gotten bigger and taller and waaaaaay better looking :) but deep down inside, we're still the little ones running the yards in our red sweaters.

Not a day goes by now, that I don't think about you. And after what I saw at your service, I know I'm not alone. So so so many people loved you and knew how great you were! I really am honored to have shared part of your life with you, Joey. Until we meet again...

Kandace Halligan <3

Kellye Harper remembers Joey

Hi, My name is Kellye Harper and I am from Hughson. I have been friends with Joey for the last 4 or 5 years. We had a great time together and he meant a lot to my best friend Cassie and I. I could name MANY memories and MANY talks that Joey and I had, but I know your family is hearing those from everyone.One thing I wanted to share that I know you guys would be proud of is when my best friend Brenda Caton passed away Joey was there to talk to through it all... he was so supportive and I can remember one thing he said over and over, "I am not going to tell you it is going to get easier because I think it will get much harder before that happens." Those words meant a lot to me then, and mean a lot to me now. I am thinking of your family and I pray daily for you guys.

Love,
Kellye

Alicia Perez remembers Joey

Joey P was an amazing friend. Every time I had a problem, or complaint, or just needed someone to talk to, Joey was there for me.He would always tell me how I was beautiful, and young, and life is too short and I should just have fun.And, that's exactly what Joey did. I have way too many memories with him to even write down.

I moved to Escalon my 7th grade summer going into the 8th grade.Needless to say, the whole summer was ridiculously boring because I hadn't made friends yet. I went to Escalon's Annual Park Fete and I remember seeing Joey and thinking , "Who is that incredibly hot boy? I LOVE HIM." LOL.Remember, I was about 12 at the time.Well, the 8th grade school year started and I was the new girl in town so all the boys wanted to meet me.I was introduced to all of them but couldn't find Joey.After being introduced to all the boys, who are now all my best friends, I saw Joeys head peep out of the lunch line.I was in love.I said, "him right there," and pointed to Joey.We went out the first day of school. Honestly, probably even before we knew each others name, but that didn't matter.After that, he always would brag about how he was the first guy liked in town.

Well, 8th grade turned into high school and there we became even closer.We began to go to parties together, hang out, all the stuff high school kids do. Senior year a bunch of our friends decided to go camping up at Lake Don Pedro. That's where Joey asked me to our Senior prom. I remember it like it was yesterday. He said, " Alicia, we're such good friends and always have fun together I would love to go to prom with you at our last dance in high school." I was really honored that he asked me because he had been dating Laken for a few years.But he told me that they had talked about it and they had gone to pretty much all the other dances together so he wanted to go with one of his girl friends.We had an awesome time together.Took amazing pictures, which he even called us "Hottest Couple Senior Prom '05."

Joey was such a Ladies Man. Every girl that met him loved him.Even better, every girl that laid eyes on him loved him. This sometimes became a problem with the girls and I, being some of his closest girlfriends.There was always jealousy, I would always have to tell him , "Joey , don't talk to her!" LOL and just to make my day he would say how our friendship was more important then that.

Joey was so HONORED AND PROUD to be a Pinasco. He loved it, he would wear his shirt or hat around all the time. That's when Cassidy and I came up with his nickname (which may be a little inappropriate to some) PENIS. LOL.It rhymed with Pinasco, so we just changed his name to JOEY PENIS.haha.He loved it though it became his name to me it was no longer Joey.I would yell it every time I would see him.I miss that.I miss him so much.

Just last Thanksgiving Joey, Cassidy, and I decided to take a road trip, just the 3 of us, to Pismo beach where a few of our friends were camping. We had such great talks the whole way there. He was such a good guy, a great friend, had great advice, and knew the right things to say. The whole way there he said "Alicia, we're going to cuddle." To get him to finally shut up about it I said "ok, joey." So we get to Pismo had a few too many drinks to start out with and Joey decided to go to the tent and call it a night.5 hours later when I decided I was done, I go into the tent.I get in my spot and what do you know, Joey wakes up just to put his arm around me and cuddle.He was just one of those guys that I was completely comfortable with. I could look absolutely horrible and he would still say i was gorgeous.I could lay next to him and not have to worry about him trying to pull any moves on me because our friendship was way above and beyond and more important then that.Not to mention, his family taught him a great deal of respect.I will never forget that Pismo trip with Joey.

Those are some of the best memories that I have with Joey. I just want to say to the Pinasco's that I am so very sorry for what has happened.You lost a son, a brother, cousin, nephew, and I lost My Boy, one of my best friends.God must have other plans for Joey and we just have to remember that he is in heaven looking down on us.On behalf of myself, and all of his best friends we are here for your family ANY and EVERY time that you need us. I really look up to your family seeing how strong and how much faith you have to get through this. I've always looked up to your family. Thoughts and prayers are with you always and forever. And, we will get justice for Joey. LOVE you always and forever,friends forever<3 ALICIA

Katie Piazza remembers Joey

Joey P,
I have had the pleasure of creating and sharing so many memories with you and your family over the years since Adri & I became friends. As any brother and sister would, you and Adri would disagree about certain things, and I would find myself sticking up for you sometimes, as I couldn’t help but be drawn to your passionate and contagious character. We would talk about how we couldn’t believe what you could get away with, but Adri & I just knew it’s because you were Joey! And even though you always put up a good fight, I know how much you respected and loved your sisters.

I remember coming back home from college and seeing how much you had grown up…You weren’t the “little brother” I had known you as, but a stud with some facial hair! Soon after being home for a little while, I was downloading songs for your 21st birthday cd, thinking Joey, 21?? Whoa!! The night of your party I will never forget the flood of friends that came through the door and the sheer excitement of celebrating you that filled the Pinasco house. You truly were the life of the party, the life everyone was there to celebrate.

A few months later at Adri and John’s wedding, I was introduced to your amazing dancing skills! Everyone was talking about what a talented dancer you were and you sure did get down on that dance floor…again, infusing the room with your infectious Joey P style. Shortly after Adri’s wedding, we shared the dancing floor at Alyssa and Joe’s wedding…I remember you acting shy at first, then your ring tone song came on and it was party time-air guitar and all. Your entire family came to dance and sing with you and we all had so much fun with you, as it was impossible not to.

This last week has been the most confusing, unfair and real nightmare I have ever experienced. Although in obvious different circumstances, your house, again, has been flooded with your friends and family, celebrating your life. You may not physically be with us here, in this crazy world, but I know you are looking down on all of us, surrounding us with your incredible spirit. I promise Joey, that I will stick up for you forever. I will always be there for your family and I will keep you in my heart. Thank you for being you.

Love, Katie

Alyssa Ghilotti remembers Joey

I probably do not have as many or as funny of memories as those I have read and heard in the past few days but I still wanted to share my thoughts because Joey was such an amazing person. I still remember when I first met Joey, it was when I spent the night out at the Pinasco’s home, Joey was fifteen at the time. All I remember was how much he annoyed Adri, he would come into her room, taunt her, tease her, like any good brother would do. I spent many a phone calls listening to Adri telling me how much her brother was the favorite and that her brother could do know wrong, in her eyes. Somehow over the past few years Joey has gone form the annoying little brother to a confident man. Now when we talked about him we discussed his girlfriends and how much he was enjoying life.
We all got to witness this at Adriana’s wedding. It was such an amazing day, filled with so many smiles and laughter. It was so much fun to dance with Joey and to watch him dance with all the girls. I still smile as I stood back and watched him and my sister dance and he went to bend her back, and she went crashing to the floor. I smile because Joey could do something like that and it was adorable because he was adorable. I use the word vivacious to describe him because that is what his personality was. He went from the annoying little brother to the charming, respectable, man that everyone in the room wanted to be around.
One of the last times I was around Joey was at my wedding and my husband and I are so thankful he came, Joey added that extra something. He danced and smiled the entire night, my favorite picture from that night is of him playing the “air guitar”, Joey was awesome. When I think about my memories of Joey, I just keep thinking about how energetic he was, and of course how he was his mothers favorite. I just think that he must have been one of Gods’ favorites too and that is why he needed him so soon. I also think the family and the girls have the best guardian angel in the world watching over them.
People like Joey Pinasco should never be forgotten and will never be forgotten.