Joshua Daniel Lee
1995 - 2015
Salinas, CA
Josh left us too soon on January 17, 2015. He was born and raised in Salinas, and was a 2013 graduate of the Stevenson School. Josh played lacrosse for Stevenson, and was involved in the school's KSPB radio station as a broadcaster and staff member. He was pursuing a business degree and an EMT certification at Sierra Nevada College in Incline Village, and more recently Monterey Peninsula College.
His keen interest in cars made Josh a frequent participant and volunteer with the Sports Car Racing Association of the Monterey Peninsula (SCRAMP). Josh had a natural talent for math, science, and history, and provided tutoring for high school and college students. Watersports were a favorite activity – Josh had many happy times sea kayaking on Monterey Bay and paddle boarding on Lake Tahoe.
Josh is survived by his immediate family – parents Dan and Donna, and sisters Annie and Jackie. He also leaves an extended family of aunts, uncle, cousins, and friends. He will be dearly missed, but wonderfully remembered by all.
A celebration of Josh's life is being planned for a later date. Memorial donations may be directed to the donor's choice.

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Published by Monterey Herald Obits on Jan. 22, 2015.

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63 Entries

Beau Gillott

February 8, 2021

I remember growing up with Josh through Toro Park, Washington Union, & San Benancio. We crossed paths again at Stevenson. He always had a smile on his face. He was such a happy go lucky kid.

Scott and Robin Domnie

March 22, 2015

Josh, the girls, your family, will always hold a special place in our hearts. So sorry to hear about Josh's passing. Thoughts and prayers.

Kayla Meltzer

March 2, 2015

So sad to hear the news of your passing. You have been and will be missed greatly around here. I will always remember when you first visited SNC and sat in on my ENTP 200 class. I was extremely impressed by you then, and felt very fortunate to call you my friend when you started school the following Fall. Rest Easy, Bud.

Julie Hernande

March 2, 2015

I remember his beautiful smile, he will be missed.

Morgan Burke

March 2, 2015

I was an RA while Josh was a first year student at snc. He made lasting friendships quickly & brought a refreshing light to the school. It was so cool to see a first year student enter the mangeant with such confidence & gusto. He will be greatly missed & remembered.

Shared a lot of memories with josh durning wilderness orientation freshman year

Taylor Steele

March 2, 2015

Josh will be deeply missed. I loved his positive attitude and remember sharing many laughs. Josh was one of my first friends here at Sierra Nevada College after going on a four day backpacking trip called wilderness orientation. The campus wasn't the same last fall when josh did not return. Everyone is deeply saddened and Josh will be truly missed.

Holly Atkins

March 2, 2015

Dear Family and Friends,
Josh attended SNC for the academic year of 2013-2014. I work here at the college and had the honor of meeting Josh and seeing him almost every day. He was such a genuine, kind, bright, and goofy person. He was always dancing to his own beat, literally, and I admired his cheerful attitude and overall openness towards life, experiences, and his fellow students. Josh was a go-getter and I will never forget the evening when he participated in the Mangeant (a pageant that we put on for men only) and his goofy self really came out. He came in second place and he donated his winnings to a foundation that supported autism, which was very honorable. Josh was a student who would never go unnoticed because of his smile and friendliness. I want his family and friends to know that we all remember Josh here and I was sad when he did not return this past fall. We are sending our love and support from Sierra Nevada College and Josh will be deeply missed.

February 18, 2015

Dear Donna, Dan, Jackie and Annie, You are and have been in our thoughts and prayers since we heard of your beautiful Josh's passing. We just adored his sweet, smart spirit as a child and wish that our paths had stayed closer as he became a young adult. I cannot think of a more loving, supportive family than yours and
pray that faith and that love somehow help sustain you through this unbelievably difficult time. With love from the Scandrett Family

February 2, 2015

Dear Dan, Donna, Annie and Jackie; We were so sorry to hear of Joshua's passing. Please accept our sincere condolences and know that we are praying that you find peace in the days ahead. With Warmest Regards, Andrew, Kay, Jake, Marisa and Samantha Fernandez

Seth and Chrissy Williams

February 2, 2015

Dan and Donna,
Our deepest sympathy for the loss of Josh. We pray that God will give you strength during this time of sorrow.

January 31, 2015

Dan & Donna,

We are very sorry for your loss. Our prayers to you and your family.

John & Jeanie Spano

January 30, 2015

Dear Don and Donna,
We are so sad to hear the news about Josh. He has a very special place in our hearts and we will be forever grateful for his kindness to Grant and our family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Gregg,Michelle,Grant and Brianna Brady

January 29, 2015

Dear Donna and Dan, I was so saddened to hear of Josh's passing. I remember with fondness his knowledge of Dinosaurs which truely amazed us at Good Shepherd. Such an incredible mind! May God's presence bless you during this time and always, Love and Light, Kathy Lapsys

Gabriella Clifton

January 28, 2015

My deepest condolences to Dan and his family.

Tom & Nancy Pesce

January 28, 2015

Dear Dan & Donna,

You have our heartfelt sympathy for the loss of Joshua. May you find peace and strength through your family, friends, and by taking hold of the many precious memories you made together and keeping them close.

Purea Koenig

January 27, 2015

Praying for you and sending love. We hold a special place in our hearts for the Lee Family.

January 27, 2015

Dear Donna and Dan,
Debra and I were deeply saddened to hear of Josh's passing. We send our love and prayers to you and your family.

Rich and Debra Olsson
Fresno

John Martinelli

January 26, 2015

Oh Donna...we are so saddened by this news. It has been such a long time since we have been in touch. Please accept our condolences.

Ellen Servatius

January 26, 2015

Josh was my first best friend! He was so much fun to be with and I am so grateful that I became best friends with him. I will never forget all of the fun times we had together, like sleepovers, play dates, trick-or-treating, and going to places like the beach. He was a sweet, nice, caring, thoughtful, and a fun boy to be with and he was always there for me. Also, thank you Dan, Donna, Annie, and Jackie for all of the wonderful times that we had together.

Mark and Laura Lasnik

January 26, 2015

There is no pain like that felt by a parent. Our thoughts are with you.

Paul Koenig

January 26, 2015

Josh taught me a lot in the brief encounters we had. He seemed to have so much charisma beneath his calm demeanor, and it was always a treat when he would let that out. I remember telling him how awesome he was at the Stevenson Summer Camp, and wish I could have done that much more often. There are no words to describe how sorry I am at his loss, but I can see the light that burned in him within the entire Lee family, and in that sense, he still remains.

Carol THayer

January 25, 2015

So sorry for your loss.I remember Josh as being extremely bright and helpful to other students while attending San Benancio Middle School

Kieran Scandrett

January 25, 2015

Even though we hadn't talked for a long time I will always hold on to the memories that we made playing as little kids. You were one of my best friends. You were an amazing person and I will miss you so much.

Kimi Villalobos

January 25, 2015

I am so saddened and sorry for your loss. I remember Joshua as the cutest little blonde 2 year old who amazed us everyday. He has always held a special place in my heart. wishing your family peace and love during this difficult time.

January 25, 2015

Dear Dan and Donna.

We are very sad to her about Joshua. This must be the worst thing that can happen to a mother and father. We think about you in this difficult time.

Johan and Lena Carlman

January 24, 2015

We are sorry to hear of the passing of your son, and you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
John and Esther Pedevilla
Susan Pedevilla Neal

Laura Ness

January 24, 2015

Dear Dan and Donna,
What a heartbreak. I ache for you and all your family. May you find the strength to guide you through this sad time.
You are not alone.
With love,
Laura

Lulu Brigham

January 24, 2015

Dear Lee Family
I am saddened to hear of Josh's passing. Although Josh was not one of my students, I remember him walking the halls in San Benancio with a ready smile and easy going manner. Our prayers and thoughts are with your family
The Brigham family

Gabe Rasmussen

January 24, 2015

.. To dan, donna and family - Very saddened .. very, very saddened. find hope and joy in the happiness he offered to everyone. rest in paradise my friend.

Mark & Marjie Morgenthaler

January 24, 2015

Dear Dan and Donna:

Marjie and I were saddened to hear of Josh's passing. May time heal your hearts.

January 24, 2015

Every day you could see Josh running somewhere on campus, and whenever I had a bad day and saw him running to point A or B it was always a comforting reassurance to me knowing that he was always going somewhere fast with what seemed like not another care or concern in the world, and I hope we can all contribute a similar energy throughout our lives.

Per & Helena Jonasson

January 24, 2015

Dear Dan, Donna and Family,
We heard the shocking news from Matilda this morning. Josh was a great support to Matilda during her stay with you and for that we are deeply grateful. We are glad that we got the chance to meet Josh and will remember him as a happy young man with a smile on his face.
Our thoughts are with you during these times of deepest sorrow.

January 24, 2015

- Ben Lomond, CA

Moris Senegor M.D.

January 24, 2015

I am very sorry to hear about your loss. Having lost one of my own at age 17, I know what a deep gash it opens in one's life. We are not supposed to outlive our children, but unfortunately many do. He was my son's Richie's classmate and I met you a few times during the Stevenson years. My sincere condolences.

Julie Clarke-Servatius

January 23, 2015

My two daughters and I have so many happy memories of the Lee family. Hilary and Annie and Jackie, Ellen and Josh, were inseparable friends during their elementary school years. ..... Josh typically chose the play-date activity theme for Ellen ---Star Wars was always exciting. Running back and forth on his front lawn was great fun, too. Ellen loved the special attention that she received from Josh because he was so cute and smart. He helped her with math homework in 3rd grade, and taught her some unique dance moves the next year!
...We will all always love Josh and his remarkable family, and cherish our wonderful memories.

Nancy Allison

January 23, 2015

Dear Dan and Donna, It was devastating to hear of Josh's passing. You as a family were so amazing to host Matilde for a year at school and Josh couldn't have been a better host brother. Our hearts are all broken at Stevenson and we all wish you peace at this terribly difficult time.

January 23, 2015

My heart and prayers go out this family. Josh was an amazing young man when I knew him at San Benancio Middle School along with his sisters. We will miss his smile and laughter. Gini Mill (Mrs. Mill)

WAR Alumni

January 23, 2015

The WARriors from the West Point Classes of 2003 thru 2007 offer our deepest condolences. To the Lee family, we stand with you in this time of mourning.

Abigail d'Autremont '05
Janaia (Nash) DeShields '03
Tania (Moreno) Donovan '06
Larissa (Seward) Emory '05
Kafi Joseph '03
Dianna Le '07
Nathaina Smith '04
Megan (Williams) Spangler '05
Tia Terry '04

Debra Volk

January 23, 2015

So,so very sorry! Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. No words can express the sorrow felt for you, Joshua and your family. May peace be with you.

January 23, 2015

So, so very sorry! So many young people leaving us these days, it is so incredibly devastating. My heart breaks for you. May peace find you some day. Don and Debra Volk

Mike and Lydia Stanhope

January 23, 2015

Dan and Donna and Family. We were sadden to hear about Josh's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dorothy Maras

January 23, 2015

Dear Dan, Donna, Annie & Jackie,
Hold Joshua in your hearts forever. It is impossible to fathom your pain and anguish at this time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your extended family.

January 23, 2015

Dan and Donna, our thoughts are with you and the girls during this horrible time. Be strong and know thoughts coming from back East. Rob and Beth Walsh

January 22, 2015

Dear Lee family,
Josh was so loved here at Stevenson, and I still see where he sat in biology class, and remember him hoisting his backpack on for the expedition. I am so very sorry and hold you all so tenderly in my heart.
With love and great sadness,
Sue Denny

Tom and Mary (Ostlund) Bohnen

January 22, 2015

We can only imagine the depth of your pain and grief. Our prayers are with you today and in the weeks to come as you struggle to find peace through the shared memories of precious smiles, silly jokes and wonderful stories.

Lori Abram

January 22, 2015

Dearest Lee Family, We are so very sad to hear of Josh's passing. Halley & I will never forget Josh's playful and fun spirit during their time at Church of the Good Shepard. Embracing warmth, love, kindness and peace we send your way, The Abram Family

Pam Singley

January 22, 2015

Dear Lee family,
I was so sad to hear that Josh had passed away. It was a delight teaching all of the wonderful Lee children. I will always remember Josh's sweet smile and him playing the old man in our Tikki Tikki Tembo play. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

January 22, 2015

Dear Dan & Donna, Jackie and Annie
Our hearts ache for you in the loss of your son and brother. We have never experienced a loss so tragic as this, so we can only imagine what you must be feeling. What a horrible time for you; we wish we could take away the pain! We have no words to make you feel any better or to offer any real relief from your pain. All we can say is that we are so terribly sorry. Maryam, Bahram, Shayan and Donya Yassami

Jil and Bob Danneskiold

January 22, 2015

Dan, Donna, Annie and Jackie,
Bob and I are saddened to hear about Josh. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

January 22, 2015

Dear Dan, Donna, Annie and Jackie,

We were all so shocked to hear of Josh's passing today. I will forever remember the smile on his face and his goofy laugh when some idiosyncracy tickled his funny bone. He was such a gentle spirit and he will be greatly missed. My thoughts are with you in this difficult time.

-Ron Provost

January 22, 2015

Dear Dan and Donna,
Ted and I are heartbroken for you and the girls to learn about Josh's death. We send so much love to you and hope that the love of your family and friends will carry you through your grief.
Cindy & Ted Walter

January 22, 2015

Michael, in great sorrow, just called to share the news of Josh's passing. We are so sorry! Josh was his friend from 4th grade through high school, and was the most easy-going kid we knew; we will never forget his smile. We share your grief, and will keep Josh and the Lee family in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.
Gracefully,
The Blackburn Family

Kevin Chang

January 22, 2015

Josh and I graduated the same year from Stevenson in 2013, had classes together, and played on the same Lacrosse team as well. I will never forget his charismatic persona towards his peers nor his relentless and preserving attitude in Lacrosse. He will truly be missed and my thoughts and prayers goes to the Lee Family.

January 22, 2015

Josh,
Although I know that you are up in heaven, I can't help but feel like this planet is a little bit darker and colder without you. You helped me through the most difficult year of my life, and you made me smile when no one else could. Your kindness and selflessness was evident through the way you lent your strength to those who needed it. Josh, you are so loved and so missed.
Lani Augustine

Warren Anderson

January 22, 2015

Dan and Donna,
I think of you so many times each day. Josh's memory is still alive here at Stevenson. My love to you both.
Warren Anderson

Sandy Reid-Giovanetti

January 22, 2015

Dear Lee Family- My condolences go out to your family. My hope is that you will be comforted by beautiful memories of your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you all

Liz O'Hara

January 22, 2015

I work at Stevenson, and while I didn't teach Josh, he taught me to play Minecraft. I am sad to hear this news. We at Stevenson are thinking of you at this terrible time. --Liz O'Hara

Liz O'Hara

January 22, 2015

I work at Stevenson, and while I never taught Josh, he taught me how to play Minecraft. I am so sad to hear this news. We at Stevenson are thinking of your family at this terrible time.

January 22, 2015

Dear Lee family,
My heart is broken to hear of Josh's death. I am so very sorry. I can still see where he sat in biology, and see him hoisting his pack on for the expedition.
With love,
Sue Denny

Karen Isaac

January 22, 2015

We are so sorry to here of your beloved son passing. Our warmest thoughts are with you all. Karen and David Isaac

Susan Young

January 22, 2015

Dear Lee Family,
My heart is aching after learning of Josh's passing. I have such fond memories of his fourth grade year, especially his perseverance in completing his report on Mission San Jose. I wish your family peace and sweet memories of Josh.

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