I MISS YOU DAD!!!!!
Joe Bertroche, Jr.
August 4, 2016
Time passes so quickly but the memories never fade. I worked for Joe for 11 years in Des Moines and which is when he turned a young farm boy into a tough negotiator. There is not enough room here to share what Joe did for me and how his training continues to help me today.
It did not matter what he was doing, there was always time to help his family. Joe was a great family man and took great pride in each of his sons. It was a pleasure to know him and my condolences to all of his loved ones.
John Williams
July 10, 2016
I wanna send my prayers to Joe's family, he was such a great guy. When I use to work at Hiawatha care center, I would go in the back and Joe always wanted a hug.
Geri
July 10, 2016
i used to work out to hiawatha care center and did laundry i met joe then very wonderful person i always loved talking to him prayers go out to the family
gail webster
July 9, 2016
It was my pleasure to have met Joe at the Hiawatha Care Center. I volunteer there on Sundays at the Catholic Mass that Joe always attended. He always made us all smile when he would enter the room with his "all rise, all rise"!! He greeted all the other residents with a cheerful wave in the hall. When he heard that I had just become a grandmother, he gave me one of his BINGO prizes (a stuffed animal) that he had recently won. He read our Scripture readings for us on Sunday June 26. He had such a strong clear voice. I will never forget him. I am so sorry for your loss.
Corinne Lyons
July 9, 2016
To the entire Bertroche family, my most sincere condolences go out to you. I will never forget the first time I met "dad". I was shaking in my boots, but his wonderful smile and his gregarious personality won me over in no time. I'm so thankful I never had to be on the opposing side of legal battle with him. It was so evident he loved his family and was so proud of all of you. "And the peace of God which surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts and your minds in Jesus Christ. Philippians 4:7. Rest in peace Joe.
Colleen Weber
July 8, 2016
I am so sorry to hear of Joe's passing. He was such a great guy and beloved by many. I have so many wonderful memories of Joe, especially great memories of time he spent with my father (his cousin) Ken Staton. Those two were the original tough guys with so many hysterical stories. Lovingly dubbed the midnight riders, I know Joe and Ken now reunited are already up to mad shenanigans. Loved that guy!
Janet (Staton) Clarke
July 7, 2016
No heart breaks alone for God is always near. When a prayer is whispered God is always there to hear. When sorrow's overwhelming, He comforts tenderly. A single tear never falls that he does not hear.(Psalms 65:2) Sorry for your loss.
Peggy Gienau
July 7, 2016
Joe and I became friends when I was rehabbing a broken hip at Hiawatha care center. We discovered we had both grown up in Ottumwa,IA at the same time in much the same way ...he on the south side and I on the north. I left after a couple weeks,but we stayed in touch. I visited Joe many times the past few years. We loved reminiscing about the good old days in Ottumwa. I was planning a visit when I saw his passing. Joe was a great buddy and I will miss him a lot. I am deeply saddened and will miss him a lot. He was a fine man and a good friend who loved his family deeply. My sympathy goes out to his family.
Ronald napier
July 7, 2016
I am sorry to hear of Joe's passing. He had so many interesting stories and thoughts that he shared with us. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Beth Fisher
July 7, 2016
I am sorry to hear of Joe's death. I first met Joe Jr. at Drake Law School in the summer of 1979. Somewhere along the way I met Mr. Bertroche. Joe Sr. was always kind and funny. He always had something funny to tell and I enjoyed my times of being in his presence. To all of the family, my sincere condolences.
Pat Wilson
July 7, 2016
Sorry to hear of Joe's passing. I will always remember him from the nursing home when I visited my Mom. My peace be with you all during this time. God bless you.
Barb Vajgrt
July 7, 2016
I am truly sorry to hear of your father's passing. Joe was both a mentor and a friend to me. I am a wiser, stronger, and happier person for having known him. The passion he held for the practice of law has and will continue to inspire me throughout my legal career. You have my sincere condolences.
Jill Kistler
July 6, 2016