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Joshua Shintani Obituary
Shintani died of pneumonia on the Hawaiian island of Kauai. TMZ reported that Shintani's mother escorted her son to a hospital emergency room early last week, and doctors diagnosed the advanced case of pneumonia.
Shintani was a senior in high school when the film director Peter Farrelly, on vacation at the time, discovered the young man's charming ukulele-playing and singing skills. He gave Shintani a cameo appearance in "Shallow Hal," performing "Never Forget Where I'm From." It was a scene with the comic actor Jack Black.
It was the young man's only film, but TMZ said Shintani became a local legend after appearing in the motion picture.
"This red rental car comes by," Shintani once said, "and the man driving passed me and stared at me and gave me this look; his mouth was open. He stops at the corner where I was at, and he asked me to come over, and asked me if I want to be in a movie. An' I was like, 'what?'"
He once commented on the subject of making movies.
"You don't work hard," he said, "you just wait hard."
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Michael Saavedra
May 22, 2018
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Dave L
January 3, 2016
I did not know him personally, but I could tell Joshua was a beautiful person with a beautiful voice. I found out about his passing while looking to see if he did more music other than his great song with his Uke from the movie Shallow Hal. I wish he had done more music, as I would have bought his albums. RIP Joshua.
A Mother Who Knows
December 11, 2015
For a mother, the death of a son can cause much sadness. May your heart be filled with fond memories and your pain pass quickly. The comfort lovingly offered by family and friends can be of help, but the comfort God gives is everlasting. May Joshua rest in Paradise!
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December 11, 2015
My deepest condolences. May God provide you with the strength and comfort you need as you cope with your loss. (Psalms 9:9 NWT)
~Angela Flores
Las Vegas, NV
December 7, 2015
My condolences to Mr. Shintani's family. May you receive comfort from our wonderful Creator.
December 5, 2015
RIP
December 4, 2015
I enjoyed him sooo much. May the God of comfort be with you.
Wilson
December 4, 2015
My condolences to the family on the loss of one so young and dear. May God comfort you in this time of sorrow.
December 4, 2015
My deepest condolences to the family. No one can prepare us for this kind of loss; it comes like a swift wind. However, take comfort in the knowledge that he is now resting without pain.
Sam N
December 3, 2015
You have my deepest sympathy. May good memories provide solace for you and your family during this challenging time and may God provide you with the assurance that you will see Joshua again. (John 17:3)
marva
December 3, 2015
Deepest sympathy to the family May God comfort and strengthen you all during this difficult time.Revelation21:3,4
JF
December 3, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jeneva Thomas
December 3, 2015
sorry for your loss
Renee Dias
December 2, 2015
Rest in peace Joshua. May you be in hands of Lord now and keep watch over your family. My deepest condolences to the family.
December 2, 2015
Rest peacefully Joshua.
Emma Curry
December 2, 2015
Family I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May the God of Comfort and peace help you at this most difficult time.
Jane Dowling
December 2, 2015
God bless you and your loved ones ~
R. W.
December 2, 2015
To the family ,friends and fans of Joshua , My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.(1Thess.4:14). Can bring you some comfort. Knowing that there is a future for the ones we have lost on death can be so reassuring . May the God of peace and comfort be with you. R.W. Ohio
Melinda Armstrong
December 2, 2015
Words can't express how sorry I am to hear of the death of such a talented young one. He was a natural. I loved his part in the movie. Continue to throw your burden on God because he cares for you and your dear loved one.
BONNIE JACKSON
December 2, 2015
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS
I WATCHED SHALLOW HAL SO I AM SO GLAD THAT I CAN SEND YOU MY SYMPATHY MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS YOUR FAMILY
Judi Sackett
December 2, 2015
Love you Li Boy and will miss you Josh. Forever in our thoughts and prayers. Our condolences go out to your family. God Bless you all.
McGhee
December 2, 2015
May you be continually comforted by pleasant thoughts of happier times together. May the "peace of a God that excels all thought, guard your hearts."
December 2, 2015
My condolences for your loss."May the Lord of peace himself give you peace constantly in every way.." (2 Thessalonians 3:16)
E.W, ILLINOIS
Sara S
December 2, 2015
I want to send my condolences to the family of joshua, it is never easy coping with losing a loved one put God can help is by giving us the promise in 5:28,29
Ana i Rodriguez
December 2, 2015
May he rest in peace as he stands next to Our Lord.
Sheila
December 2, 2015
In Gods care.
Chad Holcomb
December 1, 2015
Praying for his family and everyone in Hawaii.
Everette Keeney
December 1, 2015
Sorry to hear this news.A nice person leaving too soon.RIP. Aloha......
December 1, 2015
A life taken far to soon. May he rest in peace. Condolences to the family.
December 1, 2015
I am sorry for your loss. May the hope of seeing your dear loved one again in paradise ease the sorrow of your hearts.
December 1, 2015
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Paul & Donna Eons
December 1, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Pat Harding
December 1, 2015
My sincere condolences to family and friends. Josh seemed like a sweet soul. He brought a smile to my face wherever I heard one of his songs start playing.
cynthia puente
December 1, 2015
Sending my condolences out to the family. May the beautiful memories shared and made bring in rays of sunshine in your lives. May he rest in peace.
Harry Simpson
December 1, 2015
Thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.
Jerry
December 1, 2015
I am very sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. My heartfelt condolences to the family during this time of sorrow. (1Corinthains 15:26) (Isaiah 61:1,2) Please find peace in knowing that He understands your grief and He cares. 1 Peter 5:6, 7
December 1, 2015
It was truly heartbreaking when we learned about this terrible new. Joshua was a young, good person and actor, who stole our hearts in the movie (Shallow Hal). We join others in expressing our sincere condolences to Joshua's mother, his family, and friends, in loosing their dear beloved son and friend. May the God of all comfort strengthen them to endure these difficult moments, and may He become their strong-tower.
December 1, 2015
GOD BE WITH THE FAMILY,
UNTIL THEY
MEET AGAIN IN HEAVEN.
Aulanda
December 1, 2015
To The Family of this Talented Young Man: May he rest in peace and may you find comfort in knowing that. I will extend my prayers to you for God's guidance and strength during your time of grief. And by the way Shallow Hal is one of my favorite all time movies. He did a fantastic job.
December 1, 2015
Offering my sincere condolence to the family during this difficult time. I absolutely loved his character in Shallow Hal, one of my favorite movies. May God provide you with comfort and hope. Jeremiah 29:11.
Barbara Kuzminski
December 1, 2015
Prayers to his family. I loved him in that movie. So young, my kid's age. RIP young man.
Oklahoma Girl
December 1, 2015
I loved him on 50 First Dates. RIP
Adrian Barnette
December 1, 2015
We'll miss you !
Elliott Mednick
December 1, 2015
To the Family of Joshua Shintani, Such a Great Loss, His Version of "Over the Rainbow" was Absolutely Beautiful. One of my Favorites, He left us way too soon, Our Thoughts and Prayers are with his Family
The Wright's
December 1, 2015
We are so very sorry for your loss. You all are in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.
Tyeka Mcguire
November 30, 2015
May the outpouring of love that surrounds you provide you with the comfort you need during this time.
Mrs smith
November 30, 2015
Rest in peace
NH
November 30, 2015
To the family and friends of Joshua . Please accept my condolences at this time . Death is one of the hardest thing for us to deal with. Even though it may be difficult to read anything at this time,take comfort in knowing you are never alone. It may be hard to express yourself, your concerns , your fears. But take time to rely on Jah for the needed strength and comfort he will continue to sustain you, while continuing to give you the needed push to get through.
Laura Sides
November 30, 2015
Something very sweet about him.
The Hudgins Family
November 30, 2015
Our prayers and condolences are with the Family and Friends of Joshua Shintani. Our family really enjoyed him in the movie he was in. May the many memories that you all shared with him bring you a smile. And May God Almighty continue to give all of you the strength, courage and peace to face the days ahead. Isa. 41: 10, 13
November 30, 2015
Our deep sympathy to Joshua's family and friends. Loved him in Shallow Hal, love his Kauai. RIP, gentle soul.
Judy Sink
November 30, 2015
So sorry to the family and friends of Joshua. He was a beautiful person with a good heart and beautiful voice.....
Scott Chamberland
November 30, 2015
Please accept my Deepest Sympathies
Wright
November 30, 2015
Our heartfelt condolences to the family. May your fond memories of your dear loved one be a source of healing and joy of heart.
Grace Becerra
November 30, 2015
Feels like longer than forever yeah,
My home is now a distant land
If I had one wish, I wish I could be
Back on that rock in the middle of the sea.
REST IN PEACE Lil Boy! You will always remain in our hearts.
Peter
November 30, 2015
Josh will be missed, may he R.I.P and may God bless and comfort grieving ones
November 30, 2015
Please accept my deepest condolences on the death of your dear loved one...1 Corinthian 15:26 A.E.
gail catchings
November 30, 2015
So sorry for your lost. I pray for the family, friends right now.
Mary A Leon
November 30, 2015
So young to leave us for Heaven, Joshua. May the Lord comfort your family and friends. Rest in Peace. See you in eternity.
Kaibah Dannison
November 30, 2015
My sincere condolences to his family, friends, and fellow fans. He just had the most beautiful smile. Rest in Peace dear Joshua.
Angelica Santos
November 30, 2015
So young... :(
RIP
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