Joseph Patrick Kammerer

Roxanne My deepest sympathy to you and your darling daughters Cece

In the week before Joe's passing I had written a note and had hoped to get it to him. I'm not sure if it ever made it, so I provide it here to his family. May you find comfort in your memories of Joe and in knowing his great impact for good in the world. "Joe, I was recently reading an article that was outlining the author's top three life hacks that no one talks about. The first one was so simple, and yet so profound. She said, if you have a problem, ask everyone you encounter to give you their opinion. The basic point was that people love giving opinions, and you can discover solutions you never thought of by simply getting others to tell you their solutions. Need to plan a party for your wife but don't know what to do? Ask everyone's opinion. Need a vacation but don't know where to go? Ask everyone's opinion. Have an empty field you don't know what to do with? Ask everyone's opinion. The idea is so simple but it struck me as profound because I think most of us are afraid to engage others and so we often overlook our biggest source of information in those around us. I bring this up because I immediately thought of you, Joe. Not because you're opinionated ;-), but rather because I think you are such a good example of doing this on a regular basis. You are unafraid to engage others in finding solutions. And you do it in such a positive and empowering way. Our interactions over the years have been a highlight of my professional life. I really just wanted to say thank you for being so kind and helpful; and in offering up suggestions and asking my opinion. I have always felt valued working with you. No matter what the future holds, please know that I am thinking about you and rooting for you. You are an inspiration to me and I'm certain to many others. Thank you again, take care. Sincerely, Phil Ellsworth"

Dear Kammerer Family, I am very sorry for your loss. I was deeply saddened to hear of Joe's passing. Before he got moved out to work on the Mountain View Corridor, I worked with him on many projects when he was stationed at Region 2. I always looked forward to collaborating with him. He made working for UDOT fun. His quick wit and infectious laugh always put others at ease. His dedication to quality most definitely improved the State's infrastructure. He will be missed and is irreplaceable. Sincerely, Matt Rink