Joe wasn't afraid to die. He admitted to himself that he was scared at first. He later realized that he lived a good and healthy life and accomplished several things. He didn't need his name in lights to be loved by many. He already inspired several of his band students; that was all he needed to be loved. He had several happy moments such as, going to baseball games,riding his bike,his mother Libba bathing him. He had everything he needed right in front of him. He was glad he finally realized that. He took his final breath as he entered The Great Beyond.