Loss of a 369 Mentor

[Joe Finkel]

With great sadness we would like to share with CD and FIRST community the passing of our Mentor Joseph Boffa. There are no words to describe the loss.
He was a great mentor and educator and a huge asset to our team. We know he will be smiling down on us this weekend at Long Island Regional, participation in which, was made possible by his fundraising efforts.
Thank you so much to the CD community for the outpouring support.

On behalf of Team 369 and Alumni

Team 369 Coach/Mentor

Joseph Finkel

[Vikesrock]

My sympathies go out to you, your team, and to Joseph's family and friends.

[Akash Rastogi]

What a terrible loss, I'm sure Joseph is one of the reasons why 369 is one of the best teams in the NYC area with some of the best designs.

Our sympathies go out to your team and Joseph's family in these tough times.

[HashemReza]

I cannot imagine the pain everyone involved is experiencing. I am incredibly sorry for the loss of a man who seems to have been a role model for many.

I hope that you feel the love and support of everyone here in this time of mourning, and I hope his life can continue to be an example of how we can all better ourselves.

[dipmeinaluminum]

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[Koko Ed]

On behalf of team 191 our sympathies to your team in this time of loss.

[JudyVandy]

Sincere condolences from Chuck 84.

[GaryVoshol]

My sympathies go out to your team and his family. Please do your best this weekend to honor his memory.

[IndySam]

How very sad. Joseph has been in our prayers and thoughts the last few days. Deepest sympathies to all of you from team 829.

I hope you all remember him fondly as you compete this weekend.

[Wayne Doenges]

Team 1501 sends it's condolences to the family and friends.

Rest in Peace Joseph. You will be missed.

[Chris is me]

I'm sorry for your team's loss of an inspirational figure. My sympathies go out to your entire team and Mr. Boffa's family. The fact that you guys still have the strength and will to compete despite such adversity is both admirable and something I just cannot comprehend.

[Al Skierkiewicz]

Please pass along our condolences for his family and friends from WildStang, 111.

[Cynette]

Rolling Thunder, Team 1511 sends it's condolences to the family and friends.

[JaneYoung]

I'm very sorry to hear this sad news.
Sending my condolences and prayers to all of you,

Jane

[MarkoRamius1086]

After so long waiting for news, it is comforting to know that he is finally at peace. 1086 and its members gives its condolences and hopes that Team 369 does well at Long Island, despite the tragic loss of your mentor.