Message from Nick Malencore

So sorry to hear this. Joel was an awesome person and great pastor. I still remember his dynamic serimons at Still Water Christian. Thank you Pastor Joel for the time spent with me as i struggler in my younger years. Pastor joel baptized me when i was 12. To his family sorry for your loss. I know he is with our Lord now and we will all meet again!!!

A candle was lit by Nick Malencore on June 15, 2017 12:38 AM

A candle was lit by Jolene Quinn (Yaple) on May 22, 2017 10:04 AM

A candle was lit by Paul Randell on May 16, 2017 7:18 AM

Message from Ed and Dorene Turner

Pam and family,
Our heartfelt sadness at losing your loved one! Heaven has gained another angel! Joel was a wonderful man.

A candle was lit by Edgar and Dorene Turner on May 15, 2017 4:13 PM

Message from Pat Rogers, Sweet Valley Church

Pam- Joel was a wonderful, spirit-filled man for which I had the honour of knowing and hearing his sermons. I will never forget the day he baptized me and I will forever be greatful. Your in my thoughts and prayers.

Message from Robert DeMauo

Hi my wife and attended Sweet Valley while pastorJoel preached at the church of Christ..He was very community orriented with many church functions esp campground gatherings...When pastor Joel left thr church no longer had these functions so we left...We really loved him he was a very precious Godly man

Message from Charlie and Martha Alligood

Dear Pam , you and your family have been in our thoughts and prayers since we heard the sad news of Joel's sudden death. We offer our deepest sympathy.

Message from Dave & B.J. Davidson

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family

Expression of Sympathy

A Traditional Funeral Basket was ordered on May 13, 2017

Message from Carl Burrough

Pam and family. I was heart broken when I heard of Joel's passing. He was one special friend to me . I had the great honor of him being my pastor and also being my police department chaplain. He was there for me on many difficult days and thru my illness. During my illness/surgery Joel came to my house with the elders of the church and anointed and prayed over me for healing. Even today I truly believe he played a part in God healing me. Joel was a special person in my life. He taught me a lot about God and what it means to be a Christian. I know God put him in my life for a reason. He was truly a blessing in my life and I will never forget him. Truly a servant of God.
Heaven just got a little sweeter.
God Bless each and everyone .

Carl Burrough

Message from Carolyn Fisher Gillenwater

Pam,
I was so sorry to hear of Joel's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God be with you, comfort you and give you strength.

Message from Bill & Rochelle (Deitttrick) Emory

Pam, we were so sorry to hear of Joel's passing unexpectedly. I can't imagine what you are going through right now. Just know that you are loved and our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. You both were always so special to me. He will be missed but you can rejoice knowing he is in heaven and you will see him again. We send our love, hugs and prayers.

Message from Janice and Dick Rishe

Pam: We were so sorry to hear of Joel's passing. Please know that you and your family are in our prayers. Jeff and Tara and boys: We know that this is a very difficult time for you all and we pray that the Holy Spirit will give you comfort and peace. May God Bless you all.

Expression of Sympathy

A Spathiphyllum was ordered on May 12, 2017

Expression of Sympathy

A Dish Garden with Fresh Flowers was ordered on May 12, 2017

A candle was lit by Debbie Shouse/Elizabethton Police Department, TN. on May 12, 2017 8:31 AM

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So very sorry to hear of Chaplain Stauffer's passing. We loved him here at EPD and we miss him. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Debbie

Message from joyce e keller

TO ALL THE STAUFFER FAMILY AND A SPECIAL PRAYER AND LOVE TO JEFF AND TARA. I ALSO HAVE GOOD MEMORIES OF JOEL INCLUDING WHEN HE PLAYED BASEBALL WITH THE STILLWATER CARDINALS. I LAST SAW JOEL WHEN I WAS AT BALANCED CARE AND HE CAME IN TO SEE HIS MOM WHO ALSO WAS THERE. BEST OF ALL, KEEP ALL THE GOOD MEMORIES CLOSE, I KNOW, THEY HELP EASE THE PAIN OF OUR LOSS UNTIL WE ALL MEET AGAIN.
joyce keller jek1@epix.net

Message from Teresa Treadway

I was so saddened to hear of his passing. He was a dear friend to many in our community and a faithful servant to our Elizabethton Police Department. He came to us in a great time of need and fulfilled his purpose 10 times over. Prayers with the family.

A candle was lit by joyce keller on May 12, 2017 7:54 AM

A candle was lit by Kathleen Bell on May 12, 2017 5:34 AM

A candle was lit by Michael and Kendra glodek on May 11, 2017 6:09 PM

Message from Barry Albertson

Dear Pam and familiy,
I heard just this morning of Joel's death. This is and well be for so many such a tragec and irreplacable loss, and, of course, for you his loving family. No words , especially from me, can come close to the heartache I know you feel, as do I.
I will, of course, be thinking of you all, and of Joel,....his grand smile &welcoming personality and spirit.
With thiscomes my deepest sympathy and condolences.
Barry

Message from Audrey Hower

Pam, Penny, Steve and Families,
Sorry to hear of Joel's passing. You will all be in my prayers.

Message from Roger Deal, Elizabethton, TN.

Pam and family, I am so shocked and heart broken to hear of Joel passing. I want you to know what he meant to me, not only as a Police Chaplin but as a special and dear friend. When I first made the rank of chief the department was in turmoil. There was a spirit of divide and almost hate between political factions among what use to be friends. I felt that the world was on my shoulders. So I began to pray that God would send someone to us that would help heal that divide and someone that I could talk to and help give me guidance. God sent Joel. I am so sure of that because he was what I was praying for. Joel would talk with me and pray with me and I would feel peace about what ever the problem was. I bent Joel's ears many a times. Joel also took it a step further when he began publishing a monthly news letter to all the members of the department called the "From the Preachers Pin". Soon the hateful spirit that was in the department was calm down and later gone. I credit all of that to God who sent Joel to the Elizabethton Police Department. I hope you will over look any type O s in this message as I have a hard time focusing on what I am typing threw my tears. I know that you will miss Joel, but remember that we will all see Joel again. Thank you for letting me know of this sad situation. You and your entire family are in my prayers. I wish I could be there to see you and celebrate Joel's live.
Heaven has just got another angel.
Love you all and thanks for sharing Joel with us.
In Christ Love
Roger Deal

Message from Ray and Judy Keeney

Such a nice man and always so friendly. Our love and sympathy go out to all his loved ones. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

A candle was lit by Joy Zeitler on May 11, 2017 12:13 PM

Message from Karen Jackson Hackney

I have many happy memories of Joel from my years attending Camp Epachiseca. I will remember Pam and their family in my prayers.
Karen Jackson Hackney

Message from Bill Garrison

I send my sincere condolences to the Stauffer family. Joel was a good man. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Message from Bill & Sandy Schamberger

We are so sorry for your loss of your Husband, Father and friend, Joel will be missed by many, he has made a great impact on many people, he has blessed myself and my family. God Bless you all...

A candle was lit by Bill & Sandy Schamberger on May 11, 2017 10:07 AM

Message from Judy DeRose

Pam and family,
Words cannot express my sorrow at Joel's passing. He always lit up the room he entered. I know you and your family will have many loving and happy memories to sustain you through this difficult time. He is walking with God in person now. We will miss him

Message from Mo Moss

Joel and Pam were very special friends to us. Their family , accepted us as family as well. Since moving away, none of them have been forgotten. Wish I could. be there and do something special for all of them. My heart goes out to Pam and the children. Lovingly, Mo

Message from Wade & Molly Gottstein

Our sympathy to you all. Joel's smile and gentle spirit will be missed by many. Hugs and prayers to you all!

A candle was lit by The Gottstein Family on May 11, 2017 6:37 AM

Message from Ruth McHenry

Pam, Kim, and boys,
Im so sorry to hear of Joel's passing. Ill always remember the way he accepted me into the community when I first moved to Benton with Dan. He was a wonderful man and friend. You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this time of sorrow.

A candle was lit by Tina lupini on May 11, 2017 5:23 AM

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My love and sympathy to my cousins family at this difficult time.

Message from Cathy and Rick Milligan

We are deeply saddened to hear of Joel's passing. Joel and your family hold a very special place in our hearts and we will cherish the memories we have. We feel truly blessed to have known such a Godly man. He was not only our friend but our brother in Christ. He will be greatly missed! Pam, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
We love you!
Cathy and Rick

A candle was lit by Eddie and Phyllis Taylor on May 10, 2017 11:08 PM

Message from Bill, Mary Ellen, Amanda & Christian Booth

With saddened hearts, Bill and I, Amanda, & Christian grieve with you and pray for you all at this most difficult time in your lives. Joel was so kind and a great friend and a great teacher. We loved him. We will surely miss him, but we'll meet again one day for certain.

Message from Bill and Sharon Madden

Dear Pam and Family,
We are very saddened about Joel's passing. He is happy
to be home with our Lord in heaven and that
knowledge is of great comfort to you and your family, we're sure.
Joel was a very good man. He was always kind, warm and loving. We shall miss him and his smile.
Our thoughts, prayers and love are with you all.
Sharon and Bill

Message from Frank & Linda Robbins

Sorry to hear my Christian Brother has gone home. I will sure miss him here on earth. We shall meet again Joel. My prayers for comforting to Pam and the family at this time.

Message from Ruthann Brink

Pam and Family,
I was saddened by the news of your loss. Please accept my heartfelt condolence. God bless you all!

A candle was lit by Ruthann Brink on May 10, 2017 9:09 PM

Message from Ralph & Andrea Tompkins

Dear Pam & family,
We are grieved to hear of Joel's passing.
Our sincere condolences and prayers are with you at this time.
Ralph & Andrea

Message from Joe & Mary Millard

Our most sincere condolences to the Stauffer family and Joel's congregation. I have grown with the Stauffer family from younger days living on Railroad Street in Bloomsburg and attending the Church of Christ on 4th and West street as a young man. Joel has left a legacy within the Church of Christ and the people whose lives he has touched and guided within his ministry that will never be duplicated or forgotten. Rest in peace my friend. I can only hope to see you again my friend.
Sincerely
Joe Millard, Calabash, NC

A candle was lit by Adam, Michelle, & Andrew Marshallsay on May 10, 2017 6:04 PM

Message from Marshallsay Family

Pam & Family,
We were so sorry to hear about Pastor Joel. He will be truly missed.
Michelle, Adam, & Andrew

Message from Bill and Annie Smith

Pam,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your entire family. Joel will be truly missed. He was a wonderful man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

A candle was lit by Romaine Grassley on May 10, 2017 5:46 PM