Joseph A. Christmas, age 19 of New Carlisle, passed away August 8, 2012. He was born December 8, 1992 in Dayton, Ohio to Jeff and Danese Christmas.
In addition to his parents, Joe is survived by his sister, Emma; grandparents: Geneva Christmas and Percy & Freddie Brown; many aunts, uncles, cousins and dear friends. He is also survived by his beloved youth group friends.
Joe graduated from Tecumseh High School, Class of 2011; he was a Dean's List Student at Sinclair Community College pursuing a degree in music. He was an accomplished guitarist and faithfully served in the worship band at FBC. Joe was on the staff at Wee Care Child Care Center where he was loved by staff and children alike.
Visitation will be held from 3-7 pm on Sunday, August 12, 2012 at First Baptist Church, 8870 State Route 571, New Carlisle, Ohio 45344, where the funeral service will be held at 10:30 am on Monday. Pastor Rick Shoemaker officiating. Burial to follow at New Carlisle Cemetery. Contributions may be made to the Joe Christmas Memorial Fund, c/o First Baptist Church. Arrangements by Newcomer Funeral Home, 4104 Needmore Road.