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Joshua Christensen Obituary
He is survived by his parents, Alan and Judy Christensen; brothers Alex and Danny; a sister, Casey and many aunts and uncles.
He was predeceased by a sister, Judy Lynn.
Joshua had attended high school in Honesdale and was registered to attend Luzerne College in the spring. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Nov. 19 at 2 p.m. at the Zacharias Funeral Home, 78 Second St. in Deposit, NY with Rev. Patricia Hanley, Pastor of the Shehawken UMC officiating.
Friends may call at the funeral home on Saturday from noon until 2 p.m., the time of service.
Memorial donations may be made to the Make a Wish Foundation.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Joshua Christensen
Audrey furgeson
November 26, 2011
Hey josh your the best person in the world you helped me with homework helped me stop crying when i was upset and tickle me when i was in a grumpy mood and you always gonna be my brother and you will always be here for everyone love always you lil sis
helane gordon
November 23, 2011
I am so so sorry..My heart breaks for you
Cindy Anderson-Hill
November 20, 2011
So sorry for your loss.
Linda Furgeson
November 19, 2011
To josh...thank you for picking us to have been part of your family..we will miss you..all our love..Linda,Alan,Michael and Audrey
November 19, 2011
Dear Al and Judy, We are so sorry to hear of Joshua's passing. We just were informed today and regret not being able to attend the funeral. God bless you both as you go thru this most difficult time.
Uncle Ron and Aunt Lillian
November 19, 2011
Al and Judy my prayers are with you both and all of your family. If I can help from a distance, please contact me.
Love to you both
Aunt Molly
Amanda Thompson
November 19, 2011
Al and Judy and family, again I'm so sorry to hear of your loss, thinking & praying for you in this time of sadness, may time bring peace to you all.
Michelle
November 18, 2011
"I'll lend you for a while a child of mine,"
He said.
"For you to love the while he lives and mourn for
when he's dead.
It may be six or seven years, or twenty-two or
three,
But will you, till I call him back, take care of
him for me?
He'll bring his charms to gladden you, and should
his stay be brief,
You'll have his lovely memories as solace for
your grief.
I cannot promise he will stay; since all from
earth return,
But there are lessons taught down there I
want this child to learn.
I've looked the wide world over in My search
for teachers true
And from the throngs that crowd life's lanes
I have selected you.
Now will you give him all your love, not think
the labor vain, Nor hate Me when I come to call to take him back again?"
I fancied that I that I heard them say, "Dear Lord,
Thy will be done!
For all the joy Thy child shall bring, the
risk of grief we run.
We'll shelter him with tenderness, we'll
love him while we may,
And for the happiness we've known, forever
grateful stay;
But should the angels call for him much sooner
than we've planned,
We'll brave the bitter grief that comes and
try to understand."
I am so sorry for your loss.
james snashall
November 18, 2011
sorry to hear of your loss. i pray that your pain subsides and your memories endure. jim snashall
Gladys
November 18, 2011
As I too have lost a young man,my prayers and sympathy goes out to you and your loved ones. I know you don't know me, but I feel what are you are feeling. May these young men rest in peace and walk with God on golden roads.
Valerie Cornell
November 18, 2011
Judy and Al I pray that God's comforting arms embrace you at this time.
Shelly Stanton
November 18, 2011
Al and Judy, So sorry for your loss. Josh was very special and will always be in our thoughts. Judy Lynn and Josh are probably having a great time in heaven together. We are always here for you. Love you dearly! Shelly, Melissa, Melinda, and Alexander Stanton
Jim Hine
November 18, 2011
To all the family and friends of Josh Christensen, So young to leave us, but I am in a place in heaven with my guitar in my hands playing away, with the sound of the birds chirping in the back ground and with the wind blowing my hair as the ocean is calm. Mom and Dad I want you to know that I am not in any pain and for sure not suffering for I am in the good lords arms and they are tightly around me with so much love like you gave to me. Judy, Alan, Casey, Alex, Danny, the many Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins. I am sorry for your tragic loss. May God be with you all through out the days to come as well as the years that follow. Wayne county will never be the same with out Josh's presence. God Bless you all. My many thoughts and prayers are with you. Rest in peace! Josh
November 18, 2011
From the day I got to know you,
I thought it through again that maybe,
you could be my very best friend
I mean we got along quite well,
and helped each other through the bad that happened to me,
and the bad that happened to you
You cry when i cry because you really care
and stuff like that has contributed to the friendship
that we've shared
I've been there for you and you've been there for me,
me and you understand stuff that no-one else would see
You're like the moon and I'm like a star,
we back each other up if we're close or if we're far
So we'll always be friends no matter what the case,
no matter if we go separate ways no matter what we face
Kim Palmer
November 18, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jake Ragnacci
November 18, 2011
what i would say to Josh " Hey Josh, its me Jake. Dominiques friend, we hung out a few times and the last was a week ago today. you hung the bandanna in my room remember? where we sat and listened to my cheap trick album. flipping coins, having conversations. a real nice night and even when you walked into my house i pointed at the crusifix on my wall and said, say hello to jesus!, im in shock about this, i wanted so much to be able to hang out with you again, you were one of the nicest people that came to scranton , you baught me mcdonalds, you gave me your last cigarette, you thought of others before you thought of yourself. thank you so much, we will all, miss you so much,goodbye"
November 18, 2011
Al and Judy, our thoughts are with you at this time. So sorry for your loss. Melody, Chris, Rayn and Roger
carla thomas
November 18, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with your family, may The Lord wrap his comforting arms around you all in this time of need.
Linda Wunders
November 18, 2011
Stacy, Our prayers and thoughts go out to you and your family. Just remember God had a better plan.
Bob McNamara
November 18, 2011
Carol and I would like to offer our condolences for your loss.
Sincerely,
November 18, 2011
Your Shehawken Church Family is praying for you and your family. We are all so sorry for your tragic loss.
November 18, 2011
Your Shehawken Church family has you in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry for your very tragic loss.
Paul Deserto
November 18, 2011
Rest in peace!
Scott and Madeline Hawley
November 18, 2011
Al and Judy and families; there was some people gathered around inside the gates of heaven. Someone's "Knocking On Heavens Door". As the boy asked; will they know my name when they see me in heaven? Mr. Harrison kindly replied; of course they will and your guitar will not gently weep no more. Because Mr. Paul and Mr. Hendrix are over there fixing it. There is a place where only love and beauty exist. There is no pain or suffering. We all long to get there on our journey. May the love of Christ stay strong in your hearts during this most difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Al and Judy. God Bless both of you.
Sharyn Brown
November 17, 2011
Josh had everything to live for. It is a tragic loss for his friends and family. He will be sorely missed. He will be remembered as a good friend to many and, as a very congenial student to me. My prayers go out to all of his many friends and loved ones.
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