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Joshua Royer Obituary
Josh was born May 6, 1985, in Council Bluffs. He graduated from Underwood, Iowa High School in 2003 and earned an Associate's Degree in Business from IWCC. Josh was a stockbroker for TD Ameritrade for the past 3 years.
He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Shirley Ring.
Josh is survived by his mother, Christy Cross, of Council Bluffs; father, Jeff Royer and wife, Terry, of Neola; brother, Judd Nielsen, of Council Bluffs; sister, Jessi Royer; brother, Jake Royer, both of Neola; fiance, Carrie Stom, of Council Bluffs; grandfather, Richard Ring, of Council Bluffs; grandparents, Bert and Jane Royer, of Underwood; great grandfather, Joe Papst, of Council Bluffs; aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends.
Family receiving friends, Tuesday, 4 to 8 p.m., at Saint John Lutheran Church. Funeral service, Wednesday, 10 a.m., at the church with Rev. E. Jon Benson, Pastor officiating. Interment Fisher Cemetery, Underwood, with a lunch following at Saint John Lutheran Church. The family will direct memorials.
This obituary was originally published in The Daily Nonpareil.
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Michaela Bolamperti
October 21, 2010
Dear Carrie, although I don't know you and I only met you at Josh's visitation, I want to extend my deepest sympathy to you. I can't imagine what you are feeling right now. I am sure you feel a huge void in your life and what you had to look forward to with Josh. I will pray that God will help you through this loss as I am praying for Christy and Judd also. Bless you.
Michaela Bolamperti
Christy's friend
Sonja Wehrli
October 21, 2010
TO The Royer Family, and All Loved Ones of Josh.
There are no words to tell you how sorry I am for your loss. I can't imagine what it is like to lose a child, or a fiance, but I do know what it is like to lose a brother, a cousin and a friend, and I just want to say that you need to hold on to all the memories no matter how small. Talk about him and tell all the stories you can remember about him being funny, smart talented and loved. I realize that not many words are a comfort right now, but please know that you have people there for you that you never even thought gave you a second thought that really do care and will be there for all of you if you need anything at all. This may not be comforting right now, but time will be a healer to you, and prayer will make you all complete again. Josh will never really be gone from your hearts, and even though it is painful to not have him here in the flesh, just remember that he will always be a part of every one of you, and his spirit will be soaring in heaven, just waiting until he is re-united with all of you again. All of you take care, and don't hesitate to call if you need anything. You will all be in my prayers.
Sonja Wehrli
Ashley Kossow
October 20, 2010
My prayers are with family and loved ones of Josh. I only knew Josh through school, we had several classes together. He was a great guy, his smile could light up the room, or should I say his grin. He will be greatly missed!
Laurie Jones
October 20, 2010
To Josh's family...my deepest, deepest, heart felt sympathies.
To Carrie: Carrie we all know your grief isn't that of a mother or a father but it is equally painful. You have lost the most important person in your life. Your entire future seems to have been pulled out from under you. Please know that I have been where you are right now. I have felt such grief that it hurt me physically. Time is a healer. I know it sounds like that healing time is a long ways away right now but don't lose your faith Carrie. One day you will know that God put you in a very special place in Josh's life. You were the one he loved. You will one day feel thankful for having been gifted with being that special person as well as having had the gift of such a special person in your life. Your grief will one day ease but your memories will remain vivid and be with you your entire life. You won't forget. You won't quit loving Josh but you will quit hurting. Hang on to your friends, your family. You will make it through.
My prayers are with you Carrie. With you and Josh's family. God bless you all.
Jessie Ring's Mom
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Lewie & Julie Curtis
October 20, 2010
To Josh's Family and loved ones,
God Bless all of you in your time of sorrow. We are thankful to have been a small part of Josh's life.
Mark Perkins
October 20, 2010
Thoughts and Prayers go out to the family.
October 20, 2010
To Josh's entire family...my deepest, deepest sympathy.
To Carrie: Carrie, you have a loss different then a mother's or father's loss but equally painful in it's own way. Your future has been cut off. I know you don't know where to start again. Please believe me when I tell you that you will heal and be able to go on. I have been where you are now. The pain will fade with time. I know that sounds like a long time from now but time is a healer. The pain will fade... The memories will last your whole life long. You will one day feel blessed that God picked you to be that special person in Josh's life. Keep your faith Carrie. God knows that you suffer. God bless you and help you through this difficult time.
Jessie Ring's mom
Deborah (mello) Williams
October 20, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of saddness.
Cassie Schultz
October 20, 2010
My prayers are with your family. Josh was an amazing and kind person and will be greatly missed.
Kristi Whittington/Perrigo
October 20, 2010
Christy,Judd and Family. My thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family. Kristi ( Whittington) Perrigo
Tami Williams
October 20, 2010
Christy and Family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tami Williams and Family
Eric, Kate, Rachel and Lauren Rollins
October 20, 2010
To the Ring and Royer families,
Please take a small comfort in the family, faith, and fellowship of your community in your time of grief and loss.
Emily Bixler
October 19, 2010
The loss cannot be measured now,
The void cannot be filled--
And though someday the grief may fade,
His mark will live on still.
For even with my heavy heart,
I know that I've been blessed
To have been one who's life he touched
With warmth so infinite.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you now in your time of grief. Though I did not know Josh for a great length of time, I could tell right away he was an amazing soul. What a warm smile and welcoming spirit. I can only hope that knowing he touched so many, so warmly will help ease the pain you feel. God Bless
Suzanne Halterman
October 19, 2010
I had the pleasure of meeting Josh while working with him at Sears a few years ago. What a wonderful young man he was. Always very positive and fun to be around. Kind and caring. What a lucky mom you were to have such a wonderful son. I am so sorry for your loss. May God be with you through these hours.
Annette (Thomas) Stark
October 19, 2010
to the families of Josh Royer=there is no bond any greater than between a parent and a child. Remember the good times and be thankful that you raised such a wonderful child. Thinking of you at this time of your sorrow.
Paul & Cherry Hansen
October 19, 2010
God's blessings and peace
Zach Foley
October 19, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Troy Leonard
October 19, 2010
Sorry for the loss. He'll be greatly missed by many people. Josh was a great kid! Always remember the good times.
John Madsen
October 19, 2010
Christy and Judd,
I am very sorry about your loss. Josh was a great guy that would help anyone at any time. Be proud of who he was and and be strong for one another.
Our thoughts are with you.
Mike & Marsha Grandick
October 19, 2010
Please accept our sincere condolences. Josh was a good friend to our daughter, Kristin and our son-in-law Ricky Longmeyer.
October 19, 2010
Christie & family: Our thoughts & prayers are with you...we will always have fond memories of Josh...May God Bless you all. Tom & Peggy Leonard
doris ann Audas
October 19, 2010
my thoughts and love are with your family
Brenda Allen
October 19, 2010
Christy, Judd and Carrie,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May time and memories heal your pain.
Brenda (Niemann) Allen and family
Crystal Kermoade Cushman
October 19, 2010
There is hope for the helpless
Rest for the weary
Love for the broken heart
There is grace and forgiveness
Mercy and healing
He'll meet you wherever you are
Cry out to Jesus, Cry out to Jesus
My thougths and prayers are with you Christy, Judd, Carrie, family and friends. Josh will be missed but never forgotten. May the overwhelming outpour of love for Josh ease your heart ache and show you how much he was loved by soooo many.
Amanda Syndergaard
October 19, 2010
Christy & family,
Our hearts go out to you in this difficult time, may you find some comfort in the wonderful memories that you have with Josh. So very, very sorry for your loss.
Amanda Syndergaard & family
Stephanie Roberts
October 19, 2010
To Josh's family and beautiful fiancé,
I worked with Josh on my team for a little over a year. He was a buddy to everyone here at work. His big smile and infectious laugh is something that will never be forgotten. The world lost a great person. My sincerest sympathies to you and your family. We'll miss you, Josh!
Lori Ring-Cox
October 19, 2010
There are no words to describe how badly I feel for your loss of your son, and brother. Prayers for your family
Steve & Tammy Nelson
October 19, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Josh was such and nice person. Steve & Tammy Nelson
Nicole Hohn
October 19, 2010
Im sorry for your loss. Josh was a great guy that will be missed. Hopefully as the days pass your sarrow will too.
Gerry & Sue Schmidt
October 19, 2010
May the comfort of God's love and the wonderful memories you hold in your hearts forever help you through this most difficult time.
October 19, 2010
Christy & Judd, I'm so sorry about Josh, I know he was your world. My heart is hurting so bad for you. Please remember I am here if you need anything & I love you both very much. Your are in my prayers every second. Mandi
Sarah Stotts
October 19, 2010
I am very sorry for your loss. I went to school with Josh and you couldn't have met anyone nicer. He was friends with everyone and I will always hold fond memories of him. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
October 19, 2010
DEAR CHRISTY,YOUR IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.JOHN AND DEB HURD
Adria Robertson
October 19, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Adria, Alisha, Rhianna and Korey
Terry and Brenda Thomas
October 19, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Ardith & Randy Wellman
October 19, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Rhonda Bockenstedt
October 19, 2010
Josh and my son Brody have been very close friends for quite some time. Josh was such a wonderful kid, you should be proud. He had a smile that could brighten the worst of days. I know Brody will carry the loss of Josh for the rest of his life... God bless Carrie and his family. Our prayers are with all of you...
Cindy Fife
October 18, 2010
Carrie, We love you so very much and you are in our thoughts and prayers. We really liked Josh and thought the two of you were made for each other. Maybe some day this will make sence. Our prayers also go out to the Royer family. Uncle Dennis & Aunt Cindy
Amy (Coe) Sliefert
October 18, 2010
Christy, I don't know if you remember me, I babysat Josh when he was about 4 or 5 years old. Such a shy, quiet kid, it took so long for him to warm up to me. After we moved away, and through the years, I wondered how you and Josh were doing. I just thought of you a couple days ago, and when I read this news in the paper, it made my heart sick. I think I still have a photo from when he was little, and I see that smile in the photo here. I am so sorry.
Michaela Bolamperti
October 18, 2010
Dear Christy and Judd, I was deeply saddened with the news of Josh. I want to express my deepest sympathy and wish I could take some of your heart ache away.I know this is a difficult time for you. I want you to know you are in my thoughts and prayers. I know you miss him deeply but I also know his memory will live in your hearts forever.
Your friend,
Michaela
Sam and Laurie Warden
October 18, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family in this time of sorrow.
Mike and Dana Dose
October 18, 2010
Christy, Judd, and family,
Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family. May you find comfort in knowing all the friends and lives Josh touched.
Nate Watson
October 18, 2010
Christy and Judd,
I'm so sorry for your loss. I have many happy memories of living next door to Josh and you, when I was a kid. Josh was truly a wonderful person. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Craig & Lucy Hough
October 18, 2010
I believe there are angels amoung us
Sent down to us from somewhere up above
They come to you and me in our darkest hour
To show us how to live to teach us how to give
To guide us to the light of love
Josh will always be the angel among each of you.
God Bless
Josh Jennings
October 18, 2010
Josh was a great guy and friend, he will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Denine Scott
October 18, 2010
Dear Judd and Christy,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Josh was a great guy, i'm glad i got a chance to meet him. I know he meant a lot to the both of you. I will keep you both in my thoughts.
Nadine Scott
October 18, 2010
Dear Judd and Family,
sorry to hear about your loss, he was a great guy and will be missed my many of people. You all will be in my thoughts. Stay strong!
Ann Goldapp
October 18, 2010
Christy and Judd,
You will be in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May you find some comfort in your heart of the many great memories you shared with Josh.
Dale and Barb Robertson
October 18, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless!
Lezli (Schmidt) Griffen
October 18, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Josh was an awesome guy and will be missed greatly!
Amber Raes
October 18, 2010
Judd and Family,
You are all in my thoughts every second of the day. While I didnt know Josh I can only imagine what a great person he was. I consider Judd one of my dearest friends and I'm sure he took after Josh :-) My love goes out to all of you.
Love always,
Amber Raes
sharone clevenger
October 18, 2010
Christy and family My prayers are with you and your family.
October 18, 2010
Dear Christy and Judd and family
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you. Shari Larkin
Kristi Kennedy
October 18, 2010
Josh's Family
you are in my thoughts and prayers
Brianna Delph
October 18, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with Josh's family and fiancee. He was such a great guy and he will be missed.
Laura Logan
October 18, 2010
Christy and family, my deepest sympathies go out to you all. May the hands of God surround you with his ever comforting love.. My prayers and love I send your way..
October 18, 2010
Christy and Judd,
You along with Josh were great neighbors. He will be missed so much. I can still see him making sure Judd was where he was supposed to be.
Julie Handbury
Fred & Ellen Schmidt
October 18, 2010
Christy, Jeff and Terry and families - Thoughts and prayers to all of you during this difficult time.
"Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted." Matthew 5:4
Teresa Ring
October 18, 2010
Our deepest sympathy in your time of need. Keep his love alive in your hearts.
Allan and Teresa Ring
Bradley Christensen
Brittney Christensen
Sharon Porter
October 18, 2010
Sue and family
I am truly sorry for the loss of your nephew. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of sorrow.
LuAnn (Adams) Stukerjurgen
October 18, 2010
Christy,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. May you find peace in your heart and be filled with all of the wonderful memories you shared with Josh.
Stacy Louison
October 18, 2010
Christy, Judd and family....my heart is breaking for you....you are in my thoughts every second of the day.....Josh was such a great young man and will be missed.
Stacy (Syndergaard) Louison and family.
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