JOSIAH EPPS Obituary
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William Mansfield
Yesterday
Josiah Epps was a great guy and will always be well remembered
Kathleen Kristiansen
November 29, 2024
In 2001, when we were housemates in Chestnut Hill, Josiah thoughtfully gave me my first Christmas tree as an adult. It´s a cherished memory I hold close, especially as my family puts up our tree this holiday season and I am telling them about Josiah. He had a truly wonderful soul, and my thoughts are with his loving family this season as we remember him from London, one of his favourite cities. -Kathleen
Phoebe Lambert
October 16, 2022
Remembering Josiah´s warmth and his infectious chuckle, Phoebe, Thomas and Anna
William Mansfield
October 16, 2020
He was a great man with wonderful values and he will always be treasured in the hearts of his friends.
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The Rev. W. Douglas Bond
December 30, 2016
Josiah - what a lovely and sweet fellow - who always cheered me with his smile when we ran into one another at Barker or elsewhere. I was especially glad for someone to reminisce with about my old friend and mentor Archie, a frequent happy sight at lunch at the Faculty club's Long Table. Josiah carried his father's spirit in his warm presence.
william mansfield
December 24, 2016
He was a great guy. So sorry to hear of his passing. He touched many lives and embodied the highest values and ideals.
Amy Costello
November 7, 2016
Dear Alexis,
My deepest sympathies for your loss of Josiah. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Sending you lots of hugs to you and Amelia.
Janine LaFauci
November 7, 2016
So very sorry for your tremendous loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Caty James Everett
November 4, 2016
Josiah - you are missed. Though we hadn't spoken in years, I now think of you daily. Sending much love to those around you who are experiencing this loss even more acutely and viscerally. I am so, so sorry for your pain.
- Caty James Everett '99
Cynthia Lichtenstein
October 29, 2016
Valerie, our mutual friend Mel just called and told me of your loss. My heart goes out to you (and to Josiah's family whom I have not known). The loss of a child seems to me a most terrible thing and I send you my wishes for your strength in your grief. With love, Cynthia Lichtenstein
Sophia Chaknis
October 28, 2016
I am so very sorry. I can not imagine the hole that has been left in your lives.
I knew Josiah from Harvard as a classmate (HUGSE), as a colleague, and as a friend. His smile, humor, and kindness- all of which were readily shared- will be sorely missed.
Arlene Karsh
October 26, 2016
I have fond memories of Josiah, Alexis and Amelia who were my neighbors for a while in Belmont. I am shocked and saddened by Josiah's passing and extend my heartfelt sympathy to Alexis and Amelia. May his memory be a blessing.
Krystle Petrie
October 25, 2016
Josiah was my colleague many years ago and I always appreciated his kind demeanor when handling some of our more aggressive students. My condolences to his entire family.
Josiah Epps
October 25, 2016
Dear Josiah
May you rest in peace. You will be missed by so many
'The eternal God is thy refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms'
Deuteronomy 33:27
Love from your cousin Julie in Bath, UK
Claudia Hughes
October 24, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sean O'Connell
October 24, 2016
I'd spent some time with Josiah ("Epps") through our mutual friend, Steve Boyle, and he was always a genuinely sweet, good-natured guy. My condolences to Alexis, Amelia, his extended family, and circle of friends. I'm so sorry for your loss.
-Sean ("Okie") O'Connell
Alyssa Arnheim
October 24, 2016
My deepest condolences to your family. Josiah was an incredible person full of love and care for those around him. He will be sorely missed. Sending warm thoughts
Gisele Jackson
October 24, 2016
We lost a wonderful person and loyal friend. God must have needed him for a bigger plan. I consider myself extremely lucky to have known Josiah. Alexis, Caleb and Josiah's mother, Valerie: Thank you for sharing this beautiful soul with us. Wishing Josiah's family strength during this time of sorrow.
Mai Huynh
October 24, 2016
Alexis and family,
I would like to express my deepest sympathy for your loss. Josiah was a gift to all of us. My heart goes out to you at this time of sorrow.
Gisele Jackson
October 24, 2016
We lost a wonderful person and loyal friend. God must have needed him for a bigger plan. I consider myself extremely lucky to have known Josiah. Alexis, Caleb and Josiah's mother, Valerie: Thank you for sharing this beautiful soul with us. Wishing Josiah's family strength during this time of sorrow.
October 24, 2016
To dear Val and to Alexis and Amelia and Caleb and family.
We remember Josiah with the greatest affection, as a baby, as a boy and as a young adult. I first met Josiah when his proud mother steered him, just a few months old, in a pushchair along Belsize Avenue in London. She was beaming with joy and Josiah was laughing, eager to be unstrapped, ready for the next new life experience. We think too of Archie, such a proud father who so loved his boys, and whose rich, warm voice and laughter echoes on. This is the hardest of times, but we send our fondest love to you all. Phoebe, Thomas and Anna.
Carlie Dugan
October 24, 2016
Alexis, Amelia and family,
I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved Josiah. Cherish the love you shared and his gift of Amelia into your lives.
Shawn Bowen
October 24, 2016
Alexis,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. May the memories you have last a lifetime and bring you comfort.
Shawn and Laura Bowen
Carla Leone
October 23, 2016
Alexis and Amelia,
There are no words for this, for the wrenching loss of someone greatly loved, so please, be gentle with yourself, there is no right or wrong way to grieve, and to continue to live. Just know that you are greatly loved and appreciated by all who know you.
All my best,
Carla Leone
Todd
October 23, 2016
May God hold you in his care. There is no sadness that God cannot heal.
Todd
Eileen Perry
October 23, 2016
Dear Alexis, Amelia, and family, Please accept my sincerest prayers for you all. I am so sorry that you have to endure this heartbreak. May all the love from your family and friends bring you comfort.
Kay Doughty Phillips
October 22, 2016
Alexis, I am so terribly sorry to hear about your loss. Though I never met Josiah, I could see from your FB posts and photos that he was a dear, sweet husband to you and a wonderful father to Amelia. I so wish I could be there to hug your neck. Just know that you and Amelia are in my prayers.
Allison Keel
October 22, 2016
I am truly heartbroken by this news and so sorry for your loss. Josiah was such a sweet and caring person. A gentle soul. He was loved by many and will be missed by many. I am so happy to have known him. Thinking of all of his family during this very difficult time. Ali (Goldkamp) Keel, Harvard '98
Allison Patenaude
October 22, 2016
Josiah was one of my favorite people. He was such an amazing husband and father and a truly amazing friend. I had the pleasure of knowing him as one of my best friends husband but also as a colleague and my own friend. I will miss our walks on the Charles, cofffee breaks and many talks. Rest In Peace my friend, we will all take care of your girls. Xoxo Love,Allie Patenaude
Eileen Blake
October 22, 2016
Please know that your entire family is in our hearts and thoughts as you navigate the days ahead. Our deepest condolences, Eileen, Lon and the entire Blake Family.
Linda and Steve Haesche
October 22, 2016
Our arms are around you, Alexis, and your beautiful daughter and whole family. We will be with you in spirit on Tuesday and going forward. xo, Linda and Steve
Denise Federer
October 22, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love the entire Federer family
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