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Joshua Kalina Obituary

Joshua Josh Lee Kalina, 20, of Topeka, KS, went home to God, Tuesday, April 24, 2007. He was born July 18, 1986, in Topeka the son of Ronald and Judi Eichinger Kalina. Josh was raised in the Seaman School District and graduated from Hope Street Academy. For the past two years he had resided in San Antonio, TX with his grandparents. He returned to Topeka in November, 2006, to be with his family. Josh had worked for Wright Tree Service. Survivors include his mother, Judi Kalina and her companion Ron Bergquist; his father, Ronald Kalina; his brother, Jason Dale; his sister, Jamie Kalina and her companion Kurt Stockman; his nephew, Jeremiah Kalina; all of Topeka; his grandparents, Jack and Virginia Prindible; San Antonio, TX; Jimmie and Marilyn Eichinger; Vassar, KS; Sheryl Hopkins; Fairbury, NE; his dog, Bleu; and several Uncles, Aunts and Cousins. Josh will lie in state after 3:00 p.m. Sunday at the Penwell-Gabel Parker Price Chapel, 245 NW Independence, where the family will greet friends from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. that evening. Funeral services will be held 11:00a.m., Monday, April 30, 2007, at the funeral chapel. Burial will follow at Rochester Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to the Leukemia Foundation, 555 N. Woodlawn, Suite 113, Wichita, KS 67208. To leave a message for the family online, please visit www.PenwellGabel.com. Joshua L. Kalina

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Published by Topeka Capital-Journal on Apr. 27, 2007.

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Mom

May 24, 2007

To my dearest one: I miss you sooooo much. You are my heart. I will see you someday soon. So keep all those hugs and I love you mom's til I see you again. You have always been my special one. Til that day just remember I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU WITH ALL MY HEART ALWAYS AND FOREVER. Mom XOXOXOXOXOXO

Rickey flanagan

May 21, 2007

josh was a good friend of mine we had some good times together i will miss him.

Jamie Kalina

May 5, 2007

Josh was my big brother and i love him with all my heart we are all going to miss him soooo much... me and josh got really close and he left way to fast we all love u josh R.I.P big bro

Brianna Bullard

May 5, 2007

ive known josh and his family my whole life his mom used to baby sit me when i was born and ever since weve been like a big family all i rlly got to say is i love josh like i love my own brothers because thats what he was to me just like jamie is like my big sister and his family is like my family, im gonna miss him and i kno that he is all around his family rite now, R.I.P Josh love you!

Kendra Craig

May 4, 2007

I am so sorry for your loss. I went to Hope Street with Josh, and he was always a laid back didnt say much type of person. It breaks my heart to hear that somebody I went to school with has pass on. But my prayers are with you.

icel

May 2, 2007

Josh was very kind and respectful. I would like give my condolence and prayers to the family of Josh on behalf of my Husband Daniel.

Jennifer Eichinger

May 2, 2007

Josh had the kindest, warmest smile once you got him to show it. Aunt Judie, Jason, Jamie, I love you so much and will be here for anything you may need now, or later.

Delores Johnston

April 30, 2007

I am sorry to learn of your son's passing.

Delores Johnston

Dani Good

April 30, 2007

Judie, Ron, Jason, Jamie & family-
I was heartbroken when I heard of your loss. My thoughts & prayers are with you all. Please let me know if you need anything. You have ALWAYS been there for me Judi. I love you.

Raymond & Georgianna Bergquist

April 30, 2007

Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Mary K. Mulanax

April 29, 2007

Judy:
I was sorry to hear of your son's death. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

Mark Huxman

April 29, 2007

Jason-
We are so sorry for your loss. If you need anything don't hesitate to call. Thinking of you and your family in this time of need. Our prayers are with you.

Dustin and Kathy Porter

April 28, 2007

Knowing there are no words to comfort you, may all the angels in heaven bring all the comfort you need. God Bless!

Mary Jack

April 28, 2007

Judy and family it has been along time. But it finally dawned on me once i read the obituary..i am so sorry I could never imagine loosing one of my children. Jim and Virginia I am so sorry about you loosing one of your grandkids I know it is a tremendous lost. My God be with you and my prayers are with you also...

Michael Sollars

April 28, 2007

Judi,
I am so saddened to hear about losing Josh. Ever since I heard about his death I have been remembering the good times we had, we were close friends. We were a team for several years throughout high school. We had the kind of friendship after high school that we didn't need to talk much to know we were still a team. Its so upsetting to know he is not going to be around anymore. You guys were there for me when I needed anything, and now I am here for you. I will keep our memories close to my heart, and remember how much fun we had as friends. I give you, Jason Dale, Jamie, and the rest of Josh's family my deepest sympathy and condolences. Please let me know if I can be of any help to you during this difficult time.
Mike

Dee Reser

April 27, 2007

Dear Judie, Jason, Jamie and family,

I'm so sorry for your loss. I can't imagine what it must feel like to have lost Josh. Judie, my heart breaks to think of what you must be going through as a mother, and Jason and Jamie, I can't imagine what it must be like to lose a brother. In some way, we all have a bond through our children, and to lose someone so precious as a child is almost unbearable to think about. I hope you'll all find the stength you need through faith and those around who love and care for you. It's been a long time, but if any of you need anything, I'm just a phone call away.

Love,
Dee Reser

Cynthia Calderwood

April 27, 2007

Judie and family ---

Thinking of you in these tough times. Keep strong and welcome the memories of a son well loved.

Dwight and Cindy Calderwood

Michael Whittington

April 27, 2007

Judi,
No words can take away the grief, sadness, and pain you are feeling. Take the memories of Josh and hold them close to your heart, for, in time, they will comfort you. You are in my thoughts.

Charla Reisdorph

April 27, 2007

The Kalina family is in my thoughts, and I am so sorry that this has happened. Josh was always so polite, such a gentleman to his friends. I have many memories of Josh from high school at Washburn Rural and Hope Street, and I am so sad this has happened to Josh and his family. Judie, you are a strong person and mother, you made his friends always feel welcome in your home. I am happy to have known Josh, but saddened by this loss. I will keep Josh and his family in my thoughts through this hard time as we remember his life.
Charla

Krystal H.

April 27, 2007

Judy iam so sorry about your lose, i'll keep you in our prayers and may god ease your pain with every passing day.

Alicia & Caleb Bergquist

April 27, 2007

Judie and family,
Wishing you days of special moments in this time of sorrow and that treasured memories of Joshua will help to lift you up. May the concern and sympathy of those who care help you through this difficult time. Let God be your rock to help you be stong.

With heartfelt sympathy,

Ginny Gifford-Prindible

April 27, 2007

Some people come into our lives and quickly go.
Others stay awhile, leave footprints on our hearts and we are never quite the same.
Josh was one of the special people that leave footprints on your heart.
Grandma

Ginny & Jack Prindible

April 27, 2007

Josh, You were a special person sent to us for such a short time, but you will live on in our hearts forever. you had so much love to give and asked nothing in return. You lived with us such a short time and I am thankful for each precious minute we shared as a Family. You will be missed by Family and friends and especially by your faithful dog Bleu. We love you always, Grandma & Grandpa

Don Bergquist

April 27, 2007

Thinking of you at this difficult time. You are in our prayers.

Michelle Simpson

April 27, 2007

Judie and Jamie, I am so very sorry. I can't even imagine what you must be going through. May God ease your sorrow and give you strength at this difficult time. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help. No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you both as you grieve. Take comfort in knowing that now you have a "special guardian angel" to watch over you. Remember we love you and are here if you need us.

Michelle Simpson

Stephanie & Jennifer

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