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JOSHUA, Ron Joseph Jr., 19, Army private first class, of Austin died July 17. Services 10 a.m. Thursday, Beck Funeral Home, Pflugerville. Burial Central Texas Veterans Cemetery, Killeen.

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Published by Austin American-Statesman on Jul. 24, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Ron Joshua

291 Entries

ursula joshua

December 25, 2016

Hello Ron its mom,just wanted to wish you a Merry Christmas.I sure do miss my baby boy.Loving you always. Love mom

J Bergman

May 23, 2015

Please know that today May 23, 2015 I walked in the annual event in our town of East Northport, NY called "I Did the Grid" to honor our fallen heroes - I was blessed to walk in honor of Ron. We will never forget your sacrifice so we may be free.

Ursula Joshua

April 26, 2014

Miss you baby boy.love and miss you so much.Love mom

Ursula Joshua

March 7, 2014

Happy 26th Birthday to my baby boy.It sure hurts like hell that you are not here with us.I think of you always and wonder how things would be if you were still here with us.One thing I know will never change and that is you will always be in my heart and on my mind.I love you my baby boy.Loving you always love your mom.

Williams

October 13, 2013

Rest in peace brother

September 13, 2013

There isn't a day that goes by that you don't cross my mind.. I love you and I miss you so much

Michelle Pilent

July 19, 2012

It's been 5 years and it still hurts like the day I found out I'd never get to spend the rest of my life with you. I always think of you and what our lives would have turned out like if you were still here..if we would of still got married like we planned, if we'd have kids running around..if we wld be just as happy as we were back then...it still breaks my heart seeing pictures of you and remembering things you said, & listening to our song! I know your here with me still,sometimes I honestly think I feel your presence and it warms my heart and makes me smile..i miss you like crazy & babe it hurts like hell! But I know someday we will be together again,I will carry you with me till then, always.... I love you completely Ronnie

danielle drew

March 31, 2012

ron,
i just wanted to come by and say i love you and miss you soo much.
i miss talking to you and clowin on people:)
i know your with me though,i see your signs.i love you and miss you so much cousin.rest in paradise<3

Peggy Childers

July 17, 2011

To the family and friends of Pfc. Ron J. Joshua:
Please accept my remembrance of Ron on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.

Brandi Banks

May 7, 2011

Hey Ron!
I came home to Pflugerville today and drove past that old Chevron gas station. I will never forget walking in there and you buying a $25 band sign from me because you felt bad that I hadn't sold any and then somehow I convinced you to join my "new to Hendrickson Club." Thanks for being a genuinely good guy.

Brandi

March 21, 2011

Texas Veterans Cemetary

March 21, 2011

Briannah, pregnant with twins Ajouiannah and Johnathon Ron Angel

Aunt Dawn

March 21, 2011

Today I walked into Briannah's room, she was laying there with her boyfriend crying. She is 33 wks pregnant with twins, a boy and a girl. I asked her baby whats wrong, she says nothing. I looked at Johnathon and I say, whats wrong he shrugged his shoulders and said " I asked her the same thing." I thought she was in pain and asked her if she was and she just shrugged. I kneeled down beside her and hugged her tight and said baby talk to me, are you ok. She started to cry and hold me tight, weeping so hard that it scared me. I said please talk to me, and she said " I was writing a letter to Ron, momma I need him here, I am scared."
Ron I know ur always with her and to make sure of that she is naming her son Johnathon Ron Angel so she can have a part of with her always.
Everyone loves and misses u soooo much baby boy!
SO do I!!

Jacyntha

March 8, 2011

Happy belated bday love...thought bout you today when I realized the date miss you...one sweet day!

November 29, 2010

I remember the day you were born and though I didn't get to experience your life, my heart is very heavy because I've held you in my hands; and I loved you as much as I loved your mom and dad. Josh and Drew, mine and my families' prayers are with you. I know I would have loved to watch him grow to be an awesome young man. Now I know for certain that he was just that: an awesome young man!!!

Love you all- Hardy Seawright, Atlanta, Ga

November 25, 2010

Happy Thanksgiving baby boy..Rest in peace..Momma will always love you..

jaclyn afalava

October 3, 2010

you are missed ron.
rest in love.

July 26, 2010

Today was the day we laid my baby boy to rest...Three yrs ago..You will never be forgotten...Rest in peace baby....love you always...your momma

ursula joshua

July 19, 2010

remembering you always

Peggy Childers

July 17, 2010

To the family and friends of Pfc. Ron J. Joshua:
Remembering Ron on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

July 17, 2010

Wow,its has been 3 yrs. since god took you away to be with him....Not a day goes by that I dont think of you...Loving you always baby boy...Love your momma.......

Anne Roberts

May 5, 2010

I'd like to send a photo of my bracelet in memory of Ron from http://www.herobracelets.org/. Is there an email address I can send it to? I thought y'all would like to see it. :)

Anne Roberts

April 25, 2010

Hi Joshua family, I did not have the pleasure of knowing Ron Jr. but I recently found out about Hero Bracelets (http://www.herobracelets.org/). I wanted a soldier from my city - Austin, TX. I picked Ron and have since learned about his amazing story which touched my heart deeply. I'm forever thankful for his service and deeply saddened that his precious life was cut so short. May God comfort you all. My Hero Bracelet will arrive soon and I will wear it proudly. If you'd like to contact me, please feel free - [email protected].

Anne Roberts

Ursula Joshua

March 7, 2010

Wow baby you would of been turning 22 today...It's been almost 3 yrs. since you left us..Not a day goes by that I don't think about you...It's pretty hard to watch your little sister grow up without her big brother around...You will always,always be forever in my heart...Happy Birthday baby.......love mom

Jacyntha Vaomu

March 7, 2010

Happy b-day Love....know you smiling down on us today....22 today huh!!! Miss you and you are always in my thoughts!!!

letia kellum

February 21, 2010

I went to middle school with ron at ft. campbell are parents were close and his little sister and my sister were friends. We were very close friends as I was going to basic he was going to iraq and I spoke with him and i told him I will see him there. Some months later I was deployed to the same place he was, we would of saw each other.

SPC Jessica Boice

November 7, 2009

I remember Joshua and Bob from OSUT at Bravo 787. I wasn't in their platoons during this but I got to know them both. When I got the news that they had both died I was at Ft. Dix, NJ getting ready to be in Iraq myself. When you spend 6 months with some one they become closer than family, they become blood. And when you loose people that are that close to you it's like you are missing a part of yourself. I bet every single person from basic/ait was thinking the same thing when they heard the news. Why couldn't it have been me instead of them. Why did two great individuals have their lives taken from them before they even got a chance to live them.

SPC (P) Scott Anderson

October 11, 2009

To the Joshua Family.....
Its been just over 2 yrs and I find myself remembering it like it was yesterday! I was deployed with Josh (as we called him) and Bobb in the 401st when it happened, and as irony would have it, im back at Camp Liberty, Iraq serving my country again. Please know that the memory of those two will never be forgotten and I wish your family the best! I hope that time has made it easier to cope with and would like you to know this... As long as I serve, I will never allow their memory to be forgotten and will always reguard them as the HEROS they are!

Peggy Childers

July 17, 2009

To the family of Pfc. Ron J. Joshua:
Ron gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all.
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Ursula Joshua

June 12, 2009

Ron it's been almost 2 yrs.,and I still can't believe that "my baby boy"is gone.....You actually will always be here with me,right here in my heart...I will always love you my baby boy.....Always your mother Ursula.

SPC Manis, Michael

May 2, 2009

ron i still remember the day b4 basic started nad we were all talkin about gettin a bravo 787 tattoo when we went on a pass...we had some good times in basic rest in peace big guy

Kari Adams

February 22, 2009

I still miss you every day

Teresa Bowman

January 29, 2009

Dear Family,
May God comfort you all during the days ahead. I am so thankful for all of our servicemen and women who fight for our freedoms.
I belong to a group that honors the families of our fallen heros with a prayer shawl that the members make. If you would like to read about the ministry here is a link.
http://webpages.charter.net/ps4fs/shawls/
I would like to knit a shawl in honor of Ron. If a member of the family is interested in receiving the shawl please contact me. God bless you all.

Kenna Larra

December 30, 2008

We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families at this time. This is a Nonprofit Organization to honor are Soldiers!
FREE OIL ON CANVAS PAINTING OF THIS HERO. COMPLETE FORM AT WWW.HEROPAINTINGS.COM
Please contact us! Contact us directly at [email protected] or go to www.heropaintings.com. If you have already had a portrait completed, we pray that you are enjoying the portrait and God Bless You.
Sincerely,
Kenna

danielle drew

November 12, 2008

ron i just wanted to tel lyou that i love you && miss you sooo much!
its been over a year and it still doesnt feel real.
i love you && always thinking of you

love your cousin danielle

TERRY BOBB

July 21, 2008

TO THE JOSHUA FAMILY. IT'S BEEN A YEAR NOW SINCE BOTH OF OUR LOSSES. PFC. RON J. JOSHUA AND PFC. BRANDON K. BOBB WERE TRUE FRIENDS AND TRUE SOLDIERS. THEY BOTH GAVE THE ULTIMATE SACRAFICE FOR THEIR COUNTRY. WE THE BOBB FAMILY WILL NEVER FORGET RON AS I KNOW BRANDON WILL FOREVER BE IN YOUR MINDS AND HEARTS ALSO. I PRAY FOR STRENGTH EVERY DAY THAT WE AS FAMILIES OF FALLEN SOLDIERS WILL CONTINUE TO BE STRONG.

In Memory of Ron ~ (Debra Estep)

July 17, 2008

Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.

The Wind on The Downs

“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”

(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )

Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….

“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”

I did not know Ron, but I am remembering
his service. He is my hero. !

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

The Other Side

i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.

can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.

i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side

the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)

“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008

The Other Side –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol

Sincerely,

Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB

Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55

Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b

Patsy/SGT James Fernandez

July 8, 2008

I can't believe it's been almost a year since we got your call telling us what had happened. Ron was such a wonderful young man and there is a void in our hearts since he was taken. I remember that little grin he used to give everytime we'd see him...asking for the chips and hot sauce. James-Austin looked up to him and respected him so much. Ron helped him get through that first deployment. Ursula my heart is aching for you, I can't even begin to imagine the pain you're still going through. We are ALWAYS here for you, Josh, and Brittany...you are part of our family and always will be. Anything you need, we're here for you. We Love Ya'll.
Ron~look after them and know that you will never be forgotten.
We Love You Ron!!

July 1, 2008

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Pfc Joshua!

Preston Walker

June 28, 2008

lil Ron, its Palani, i just want you to know i will never forget my god-brother that always came over and got butt woopins with me by our dads (mostly mine) lol, man we had good times in copperas cove....from riding our bikes around the block to even fighting with each other, or our dads trying to burn something on the grill, man i want to say sorry i havent been keeping in touch, i regret it little bro, to be honost i miss those old times....Youll never be forgotten lil brotha

Kirsten Crider

May 22, 2008

Ron, my best friend, it's been 10 months and I'm still not use to the fact that I will never be able to see you again. It hits me sometimes, it hits me hard. And then sometimes, not very often, I feel at ease. I will never be able to forget you. Every moment that we spent together will run through my mind each day. I love you Ron with all my heart. One day we may meat again, until that day, I will keep you in my thoughts.
Love always & forever, your cousin,
Kirsten

Drill Sergeant Ronje

April 18, 2008

The lose of a soldier is hard. I was one of Ron's Drill SGT's he was a great soldier and a great man.His lose has and always will be with me. I'm truely sorry for the lose of your son, brother,friend,and Soldier.

katherine

March 30, 2008

To Ron's family: My heartfelt sympathy. I am a member of Soldier's Angels a national non-profit organization that supports deployed soldiers and their families. While in the grocery store today at Randalls in Austin on William Cannon & Mopac I met a check out helper who noticed my Soldiers' Angel t-shirt. I told her my story of involvement and that I had a son in the Air Force who is on his 2nd deployment. She mentioned that she was related to Ron and I asked her his last name so I could find your guest book and express my sympathies. I am sorry for your loss and this fine young man's life cut short. God bless you all.

Terry Hicks

March 28, 2008

Ron J.,
Its me Terry Hicks we served together here in 426th FSB in 2000. I know its a lil late but I heard the news late. And seems like I'm the last to sign the gestbook. God has a purpose for everything and thats where we as humans make the mistake in questioning God. When the day come when we understand that we are God's children and we belong to him we will learn to deal with loss of love ones a lil better. Our job as parents is to raise a child in the way it should go that way when they do leave the nest egg we have no worries and i'm sure that you and Ursula did a heckuva a job with that young man he was a very wellmannered young man. God is good all the time even in times like these. Much love to you and your family when you get the time hit me up, 931-436-8417. Holla partner.

Krystle Collier

February 7, 2008

Hey Ron, Crazy how things happen, we were best friends growing up, and somehow we lost touch, but god brought us together again for basic training, and u promised me we would see each other at Hood...im so sorry that i dident just take time to see you before you deployed...I miss you....I do....please know that i am so happy that i got a chance to see you in life one last time before god asked you to come home....I love you like a brother.....Rest in peace Love Krystle

We love and miss you Ron, Love LaPeshaa

LaPeshaa Tate

November 30, 2007

Ron,
Im in shock right now, I just found out today, About 3 hours ago! Wow, its kind of like i dont/cant believe it. We were friends way back in the day and I wish we still were, you know catch up on the times we missed out on....Im praying for your family baby. I know your in a much better place. Rest In Peace Ron. I love you.

Steve Thomas

November 6, 2007

God Bless this HERO's soul.
May God bring comfort to this Hero's family.
Please know your Son will never be forgotten.

Most respectfully
Uncle of another Hero -
SPC Dane R Balcon
KIA 5 Sept 07 Balad Iraq

Pfc Starkey

October 24, 2007

Every now and then, i look at his myspace, or read the artical about him and bobb, and it never seems real, it seems like just the other day we were in basic gettin "smoked" or in the feild freezing, gettin yelled at, or just in the bay tryin to get a quick 5 minutes of sleep during a latrine break, counting down the days til christmas exodus, sharing stories of home, friends family, anything, man..... joshua was like a brother to me, he'd b at my rack everynight at lights out, and hope in like it was his, and then next thing you know im on the phone with him, a couple days before he flew out, i never would of thought this would happen, i just figured id call him when he got homeand ask him how it was, not this, i can only imagine what its like for the family that raised him, i was with him for 19 weeks and he was like family to me, miss u battle-

Vimbai Matsikidze

October 8, 2007

I work at the Austin Renaissance Hotel and i had the pleasure of meeting the Joshua Family during their stay. My sister passed away in a car accident four years ago at the age of 22. I felt and still feel your pain, but i will tell you this your beautiful son is in a much better place. I will forever cherish the beautiful verse and picture of your son.

Toni Blocker

October 2, 2007

I went to school with Ron from 8th grade to my 10th grade year. He was very different from anyone that I have ever met, he would always have you on your toes and smiling! Ron you will never be forgotten. My prayers go out to him and his family.

LUIS Jimenez

September 20, 2007

My son went to FT Campbell HS with Joshua.They play sport together. and my son is only few days to deploy to Iraq for first time.

alisha keedy

September 13, 2007

To the Joshua Family,
I was a soldier of your father but he left to do better things, my condolences go to you 1sg joshua i didn't know your son but i 'm pretty sure he past away as a man . Once again we are sorry for the lost within your family . His body may have left this earth but his spirit remains with you. God Bless You.
Alisha and David Keedy

JAMES WILLIAMS

August 25, 2007

ursula and josh my heart goes out to yall, please accept my deepest condolences i was apart of the joshua's life in nuerenberg germany
and remember when ursula gave birth to lil ron. I do and I don't know how yall feel, but i do know it is a great loss to the joshua family. be strong and may god bless your family. Ursula if you read this please give us a call
912-897-4647 (SGT Williams & Carolyn)

ursula joshua

August 23, 2007

Ron my baby boy,between you and your sister you two are my pride and joy....You might not be here with us,but you will always be in my heart....The many memories will be cherished forever..I love you baby.Always and forever your mother Ursula

Anna Dickerson

August 23, 2007

To Ron's family I want to extend my heartfelt condolences for your loss! I appreciate his serving his country for all of us. I know he must have been a proud young man and the family just as proud.
He will always be in your heart and with you always.
I lost my grandson, Sgt. Ryan Wood in Iraq this past month, so I definitely know your heartache and pain..along with your pride and the joy of such fine young men as they were and the joy they gave us.
God be with you and bless you..
Anna Dickerson

Dee Muth

August 21, 2007

To the Joshua Family, please accept my sincere sympathy for your loss. I was Ron's 2nd grade teacher at Mae Stevens Elementary School in Copperas Cove, TX. I was shocked when I heard Ron's name on a news cast. I can't believe he is gone. I remember Ron as a firecracker of a young man! He was full of fire and always kept me on my toes. I do remember this, he never left my classroon in the afternoon without telling me goodbye while looking me directly in the eye. He always made sure to tell me to have a good day before he left to head home for the day. I want his family to know that I have never forgotten Ron. He was one of the most respectful young men I have ever had the privilege of working with. Please know that your family is in my toughts and my daily prayers. Sincerely, Dee Muth

DENITA ANDERSON

August 21, 2007

hey baby boy, you know you are miss so much and i do know my life is not going to be the same without you. you where like my son! we miss you and always will! you know the kids can't stop talking about you they miss you so much to! LOVE YOUR CUZ DENITA

August 19, 2007

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Pfc Joshua and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!

Regina Harrison

August 13, 2007

The Joshua Family,

May you find strength in your faith, comfort in God's love and peace in knowing your family and friends are praying for you. There's no words or actions that can change the hands of time but, we know that he's in a better place called heaven, with our almighty God. Sorry for the lost of your son and my family send our deepest condolences to you and your loved ones, God Bless!

Nicole & Derrick Parker

August 12, 2007

1SG Joshua,

Expressing heartfelt sympathy
For the grief you're going through
During your time of sadness
My heart goes out to you

The heartbreak of losing a son
I know you must be asking why
His parting will leave a void
He was too young to die

By cherishing those moments
Of all the times spent together
He's gone but not forgotten
Memories will last forever

It's never easy saying goodbye
After all you had been through
Sending heartfelt condolences
I will always be here for you

MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY DURING THIS TIME OF SORROW. OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES ARE WITH YOU.

GOD BLESS,
The Parker Family

Shelly Charles

August 7, 2007

I am a former friend of Ron. We went to Wassom together in Ft. Campbell. I cant say I understand how you guys are feeling...But I can tell you guys, which you already know, that Ron is a great person from what I remember he was always smiling and bouncing his basketball. I can understand how you guys felt when he was deployed for my father was deployed to Irag, and everyday I was worried.I can understand the anxiety,but I cannot say I understand the hurt so I wish the you guys the best. I'm sure he smiling down on the his family and friends.

MAJ Kathy Naiman

August 7, 2007

As a parent too I can only imagine what you are feeling right now. My prayers will include you and your family, asking that God gives you strength and eases your grieving process.

Sharon Gibson Lang

August 6, 2007

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Ashley Turner

August 5, 2007

Hello friends and fellow family of this fallen hero, he was my younger cousin, but in a way I felt he was stronger and even sometimes wiser than I. And it turns out he was braver than I. Yes his bravery surpassed mines, and adults twice his age. He was more than a cousin, a family member, he was a great friend. And I among many others loved him and now I feel like it was a honor to be in his presence. I hope Uncle Charlie Bee, Ursla, and cousin Britt cope with their big loss in time. I love you all too.

Heather Saturday

August 4, 2007

Hello,
You don't know me but I went to middle school and high school with Ron in Ft. Campbell. I just found out the news from my sister who had kept in touch with him. I am currently in the Army and deployed in Baghdad myself. I wish I would have known Ron was with Ft. Hood because that's where I am out of also. I am so deeply sorry for what has happened. I wish I could say something that would ease the pain but I know I can't. All I can say is that Ron is a hero and I am proud to call him a fellow soldier. Take care.

August 4, 2007

I don't pretend to know what to say or do that would bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.

Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.

I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON (KIA on 07/06/07) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.

REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!

PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)

cheryl fontenot

August 4, 2007

i am so sorry for your loss. i did not know ron but i knew brandon
and any friend of brandon is a friend of mines. rest in peace and i will pray for you and your family.

SSG John Finsness

August 3, 2007

Sorry for your loss. There can be not greater anguish then the loss of a child. I can only tell you what I told my men; A soldiers death always has meaning. He didn't die falling off a latter, or getting hit by a drunk. He died on mission with his buddies. None of us can ask for more.

Patrick Martin

August 3, 2007

My name is Patrick Martin. I went to basic and AIT with Ron and i became really close friends with Ron. We always talked about how cool it was to be in the United States Army and how we wanted to go down range together. We could always relate to everything together and we understood each other. He was always there for me when i needed to laugh or just chill. I am so upset about losing such a good friend and a great soldier. His death makes me work twice as hard every day at work and i have one more reason now to serve my country and fullfill all of my duties as a military police officer. I think about him all the time and I know he is with me everyday through the rough times. This country lost a great soldier and an all around great person. I know he will never be forgotten and I will work harder everyday now to give back all the knowledge and good times Ron provided for me and my battle buddies. May he rest and peace and god bless his family for i know they are going through rough times. Sincerly, Patrick Martin 92 Military Police Company, 1st platoon Crusaders.

Jonathan Cantu

August 3, 2007

I sorry for the loss of PFC. Joshua, I served with him in Bravo 787 MP in basic and AIT we were really close, I'm sorry I couldn't send my condolences sooner,but we've been in the field training to go downrange. I'm really sorry for your loss, he was a great soldier and brother to me and the rest of Bravo 787.

Pat and Sandi Breckenridge

August 2, 2007

Dear Family of Ron Joshua -
He will always be remembered - for his love of country and willingness to serve. He was a true young warrior and we know he will be missed so very much by each of you.
THANK YOU RON JOSHUA for your service. We honor you.

Christine Cheneworth-Brinich

August 2, 2007

Dear Joshua Family,
What an incredible role model you are to us all. Thank you for your sacrifice for those of us can be free. You will be always be in our prayers. With Heartfelt Gratitude,

LTC Susan Hagmann

August 2, 2007

To the family of PFC Ron Joshua Jr. I wish to extend my personal sympathy for your family on the heroic death of your son. Serving his country for our freedom is the finest deed any man/woman can do and your son did his service above and beyond and we truly thank you. Keep him in your heart always.

Jon Cabeen

August 2, 2007

Dear Joshua family:

I never had the pleasure to meet this fine young man, or the Joshua family. But I feel compelled to offer my deepest heart felt condolences. I want to thank Ron for holding the line for us, so we may enjoy our precious freedom back here in America. When this fine young man passed, we lost a great American, and even a greater Texan. God bless Ron and your entire family.

Chris Casey

August 1, 2007

I am not one for words, but my prayers go out the families and friends who are going through this hard time. I was along side of PFC. Joshua in boot camp. He definitely took the job serious! When I heard the news, I didn't believe it. You will be missed!!! "Drive on Bulldogs, Bulldogs drivin' on"

badgett evelyn

July 31, 2007

Dear Ron,

I am so sorry that you are gone, and I hope you are with God and Jesus right now! I never knew of you until I heard about your ultimate sacrifice on the news. I am writing because my daughter attends your alma matar, Hendrickson High School. I know you graduated in 2006 as a member of HHS's very first graduating class. Like their motto, you were and are "first class".

Thank you and God bless your family,

Evelyn Badgett
Austin, Texas

Terri Isaac

July 31, 2007

I was sorry to hear of the death of your son. I know that you sadden, as well as, proud. May God forever be with you and your family in your time of bereavement. Earth has no sorrows that heaven cannot heal. God bless.

Anna Wasson

July 30, 2007

I have known Ron since grade school. He has always been a positive and free spirited person. He was always willing to lend a hand out to anyone. He has touched many of our lives the short time he was here and he will always be remembered for that.

Syreeta Nelson

July 30, 2007

I just wanted to say Thank You to Ron for his dedication to fighting for my family and I and that it was greatly appreciated,I also want to say "Congratulations" for your heavenly reward...I don't know you but you will forever be missed.."Sleep On Soldier See You In The Morning"

Syreeta Nelson

July 30, 2007

I just wanted to say Thank You to Ron for his dedication to fighting for my and I and that it was greatly appreciated,I also want to say "Congratulations" for your heavenly reward...I don't know you but you will forever be missed.."Sleep On Soldier See You In The Morning"

desiree reid

July 30, 2007

Ron and family,

I was so very saddened to hear of your loss and know that there are no words to express at this time in your life. I know that you must be so very proud of your son and have many beautiful memories of him growing up. He will remain in your hearts forever and always be with you. I pray for your strength at this time and in days to come. My thoughts and prayers are with you very much.

Randy Mcconnell

July 30, 2007

To the Family,
I just want to say our prayers are with you and I'm so sorry for your loss. If you need anything just contact me at [email protected] "God Speed"

DAPHNE RODRIGUEZ

July 29, 2007

THANK YOU YOUNG MAN FOR YOUR DEDICATION TO THIS COUNTRY.YOU ARE A TRUE "HEROE" YOUR HONOR WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED AND NEVER FORGOTTEN.MY HEART GOES OUT ESPECIALLY TO YOUR MOTHER AND FATHER.THEY HAVE RAISED A BEAUTIFUL FAMILY IT SEEMS, MY THANKS TO THEM ALSO FOR THEIR DEDICATION TO THE UNITED STATES AND ALL THE WORLD .YOU ARE A SPECIAL ANGEL IN OUR HEARTS AND IN HEAVEN "MIJO" WITH JESUS, AND I KNOW LIL MAN YOU ARE STILL WATCHING OVER OUR WORLD THANK YOU JOSHUA THANK YOU

Gary Allain

July 29, 2007

Pfc. Ron J. Joshua
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.

marco copeland

July 29, 2007

my name is marco copeland i was good friends with ron i met him my eight grade year played football together and did so much he left ft campbell my jr year of high school we kinda lost touch then we met again in basic training since then we kept in touch i was supposed to be down there with him in july but my date got pushed back. ron was a good friend of mine and i miss him my prayers go out to the joshua family. ron once again we spilt apart well meet again one day.

PV2 shawlee sudduth

July 28, 2007

you are with GOD and that is all that matters. Basic Training was so much fun with you. you will be truly missed.

love always and forever sudduth

Mark & Iman Jordan

July 28, 2007

Ron & Family, I was so glad to be able to come and be with you guys during this terrible time. We will always be there for you if you need anything, and we will never forget Ron Jr. and what he did for our Country.

Justin Williamson

July 27, 2007

Hey..my name is Airman Justin Williamson..I am a medic in the air force..im in tech school right now though..i grew up with Ron since we were little tikes in elementary school all the way to 10th grade year in high school..then he moved away and then i moved to fort campbell because my parents were in the army..but me and him were little partners in elementary school..seems like yesterday..then when i was at clarksville for a couple of years...ron moved right down the street from me and we caught up with each other and went to middle school with him and also high school..this guy was a great friend and always had my back..i played football with him at ft. campbell and weightlifted to... we pushed each other and he will always be friend that i will never forget...to the Joshua Family i give my sympathy and prayers. God Bless

Dr. J Fay

July 27, 2007

Dear Joshua Family: Our prayers go out to Ron and family. Thank God for a young man with courage, purpose, and conviction. As the saying goes: "He who stands for nothing will fall for anything!"

Harry Morton

July 27, 2007

My heartfelt condolences to the Joshua family. I pray you will find peace and comfort in your time of grief and that the memories of Ron will bring you strength.

Robin (Baylor) Wainwright

July 27, 2007

I knew Ron when he was just a young man. He and my children played together on Fort Hood and Ron was a loving child. He and my daughter Krystle met up again in Basic Training and she said it was as if they had never lost touch. Ron will be missed by many. I am so sorry for your loss and if ever there is anything I can do for your family please let me know. You can reach me at 254-535-6973. Take care and know that he is in God's hands now and will be taken care of for eternity.

Calynn Duffey

July 27, 2007

Joshua family,
i knew Ron back in high school, and we joined the army at the same time. i write this to express the deep sorrow that i feel for losing a freind and brother in arms, and to send my condolances to you. god bless.

Shelton & Sandra Davis

July 27, 2007

To the Joshua Family:
We are very sad for your lost, your family is in our prayer. I would like to said thank to Ron, Jr for keep us safe. Just remember God is always there to comfort you.
From a Retire military family
The Davis's

Gabriel and Sonya Jackman

July 26, 2007

We send prayers for strength for the Josuha Family during this time of sorrow and the days to follow. Ron protected as a soldier now he will protect as an angel. He will be remembered by those whom loved him. May the memories of Ron be remembered in your hearts.

REST IN PEACE
PFC RON JOSHUA
OUR HERO

Apryll Anderson

July 26, 2007

MEMORIES WILL GIVE YOU THE STRENGTH YOU WILL NEED TO PROCEDE!
GOD BLESS!

OUR FALLEN HERO!
SGT. JEREMY E. DEPOTTEY
KIA SEPT. 11, 2006

Angie Miller-Roberts

July 26, 2007

Your family is in our prayers. May the precious memories of Ron Jr. bring comfort to your family in the days ahead.
Jerome & Angie Roberts and children

Barbara & Michelle Rodney

July 26, 2007

We will continue to pray for your strenght in the Lord. You have our deepest sympathy for the loss of your son Ron Joshua Jr..

VanNote Family

July 26, 2007

Joshua Family
Thank you for defending me
and the land in which we live,
my freedom is protected by your families selfless service and ultimate sacrifises to our nation. This gives my children a chance for a future now. You are defenders of this nation and keepers of my rights
I bow my head and pray for you.
I cannot express my gratitude
or the pride inside of me
To know that I'm protected
by soldiers I can't see.

VanNote Family

July 26, 2007

Joshua Family
Thank you for defending me
and the land in which we live,
my freedom is protected by your families selfless service and ultimate sacrifises to our nation. This gives my chelfren a chance for a future now. You are defenders of this nation and keepers of my rights
I bow my head and pray for you.
I cannot express my gratitude
or the pride inside of me
To know that I'm protected
by soldiers I can't see.

Bobbi Cole (co-worker)

July 26, 2007

Ron Sr and Ron's Family,
I was shocked and very saddened when I heard about the loss of Ron Jr. One of the hardest things in life is losing someone you love, especially someone so young. My heart goes out to you. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May all the wonderful memories comfort you during this time.

Thank you Ron Jr for your service and for believing in serving your country and defending our freedoms. You are a true hero.

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