Thursday, November 05, 2009

Joseph Juriga
Good Bye to a True Friend

The Fort Lauderdale Advertising Federation is very saddened to share the loss of our dear friend, respected colleague, selfless contributor and admired leader – Joe Juriga (2007-2008 Past President of The Advertising Federation of Greater Fort Lauderdale). Joe unexpectedly passed away in his home in Binghamton, New York on Monday, November 2, 2009.

A talented, intelligent, creative shining star and true friend, Joe positively touched the lives of everyone he met. During his presidency, Joe led with honor, enthusiasm, wit and integrity to bring the organization to new heights.

Joe’s humor, humility, honesty and good-nature were infectious. Friends and colleagues seem to all share many of the same adjectives when describing Joe: loyal, trustworthy, inspirational, creative, talented, intelligent, warm, compassionate, grace and style. Consistently smiling and making those around him feel warmly embraced whether at a formal conference, client meeting, AdFed board meeting or just lunch – everyone he met received the warmth, intelligence and humor that made us all feel so comfortable. For all the ways he touched our lives, we are better people.

Let’s join together to celebrate Joe’s life. Not only the immensely positive impact he made within the advertising community, but his warm, approachable and humble “old soul” persona that led to so many genuine friendships. His smile warmed hearts, his wit was beyond his years, his talent was inspiring and his genuine, humble nature was honorable. He was taken from us far too soon and will be sorely missed.

Please join us to reflect and celebrate Joe’s life filled with positive achievements, many contributions, creativity, passion, heart, soul, wit, charm and, most importantly, to appreciate his warmth and compassion for others.

Tribute-from a friend: http://www.myspace.com/jonathanjacey

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 7th in Hillcrest, New York. The family is asking for contributions to be made to American Cancer Society and/or the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society in lieu of flowers. Please visit the following link to read the obituary, make a contribution or leave a message in the guest book set up by the family.

http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/pressconnects/obituary.aspx?n=joseph-m-juriga&pid=135455065


Thank you.
A brief view of Joe’s successful diversity and talent through Education and Professional Portfolio is showcased below:

· Online Creative Director at Marriott International (Vacation Club Division)
· Online Creative Director at The Ritz-Carlton Club & Marriott Vacation Club
· Creative Director at 14 East Multimedia Group, Inc.
· Co- Founder at Majors Explored, Inc.
· Graphic Designer at NewCoLabs, Inc.
Joe completed his bachelor’s thesis in Graphic Design, co-founding an AIGA student chapter and graduating Magna Cum Laude from New Paltz, State University of New York. Joe generously and enthusiastically joined groups and organizations and gave tirelessly of his time and energy to: Fort Lauderdale Advertising Federation, American Advertising Federation, Orlando, Florida, State University of New York at New Paltz Alumni, Marriott, NO Amendment 5, Ritz-Carlton, The Gold Standards.

He also won several honors and awards: Addy Award, Silver – 2008, Horizon interactive Award, Bronze - 2003

http://www.myspace.com/jonathanjacey