Your outlook on life has always inspired me and everyone around you. You were the most genuine, kind, courageous, brilliant and beautiful person. You were the best brother and the best friend I could ever ask for.

Joey lived with a sense of zest and brought an unmistakable vigor to each day. His passion for life created a gravitational pull, it drew people in and gifted them excitement and optimism. Life can sometimes be hectic and even overwhelming, but the Joey Peter Bartzis Foundation provides the world with an opportunity.

Joey was and continues to be more than a friend to me, he is family. He was always there for me, and he truly wanted to help. He cared so much about others well-being. He took time to listen and communicate with anyone, he was EVERYONE’S BEST friend.

oey had a special knack with people; he had a way about him that made you feel that he truly cared about what you were saying, what you were up too, how your family was doing. He was drawn to people much in the sense that people were drawn to him.

Your motivation was palpable, and that continues to inspire us today. Just as you were passionate about your work and family, we now are passionate about keeping your memory and purpose alive through the Amyloidosis Foundation.

Joey was the bright light in our family, he made everyone around him feel special, and he always made you believe you were capable of doing anything.

 Joey loved to ask questions, he loved adventure, and he really loved to dance, but most importantly, he loved life and lived every day to its fullest. He gave 100% in everything he accomplished during his short 26 years of life in this world.

Joey and I grew up as best friends, inseparable. We rode the waves up and down through adolescence and into high school. As we parted ways for our undergrad degrees we never lost touch and always made time to chat about the craziness of college.

Joey once said to me life was “all about the stories.” Although he left us much too soon, we can all take this message to heart – live your life to the fullest and uplift the people around you in the time that we do have. His story is also not over yet…..

I find comfort knowing the Joseph Peter Bartzis Foundation will spread awareness about Amyloidosis and encourage all, especially young adults, like Joey, to get annual physicals. Joey constantly helped others and through the foundation, he will continue to help others. Not a day goes by that our family does not feel Joey’s absence…