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Joshua WEEKES Obituary

WEEKES, Joshua Roscoe "If love could have saved you, you would have lived for forever." Our darling 7 year old son, Joshua Roscoe Weekes, born November 5, 2009, took his final breaths on January 12, 2017. Joshua was diagnosed with leukemia in February of 2016 and spent the next 11 months fighting for his life with his parents at his side every step of the way. The disease and its treatments stole much from our little one, but his strength was immeasurable and his smile kept us believing that each day was truly a blessing despite the nightmare we were living this past year. Joshua will be forever loved and missed by so many, especially his Mommy, Lia; his Daddy, Dagan; his maternal grandparents, Bambi and Peter Stables; paternal grandparents, Karen Jordan and Grantley Weekes; great grandmother, Joan Faraday; godparents, Tania and Bruce Silva; 'brother', Cristian Silva and all of his aunts, uncles and cousins especially his favourite Auntie Kelly. An open funeral service for those that knew our Joshua will be held on January 19, 2017 at 2pm at Forest Lawn Funeral Home located at 3789 Royal Oak Ave in Burnaby with reception immediately following. In the brief 5 years of his life before he got sick, Joshua's light and loving personality touched so many lives. This loss is unfathomable and we will never be the same. The family would like to thank everyone in our community near and far who rallied together to donate blood, to register as a possible bone marrow match and who demonstrated such care and kindness to our family during our darkest time. The family would like to extend our gratitude to the staff at BC Children's hospital who cared for our Joshua medically and emotionally and tried to put a smile on his face every chance they could, especially Juliana. The family will be forever grateful to Canuck Place, especially Dr. Amy, Nadine and Camara for understanding and hounouring Joshua's quiet plan for himself and his plan to take care of his parents when it was time to leave us behind. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Canuck Place in Joshua's honour. Thank you so much. Forest Lawn Funeral Home 604-299-7720 www.ForestLawn-Burnaby.com

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Published by Richmond News from Jan. 18 to Jan. 20, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
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Alex L

June 29, 2019

If love gave life you would've lived forever. Rarely does a day go by that you are not thought of. A life cannot be measured by time but considering all of the people you touched you lived a life times worth and then some.

Denis Gauvin

January 25, 2017

If one day they could compile all my photos they would see the physical me but if they could see into my soul they would see celestial beings and endless energy. Peace be with you Mommy and Daddy. To the spirit of Joshua, may you rest in peace. Your suffering on earth is no longer. You may have left us but the memory of you still lives on. We shall meet again in the field were life lives forever in different matter.

Liz & Dorian Landale

January 23, 2017

Dear Dagan and Lia, words cannot express our sadness at the passing of Joshua. Our hearts are always with you both and your families. Liz and Dorian Landale. When love becomes a memory. That memory, becomes a treasure.

January 22, 2017

Lia, Dagan and family,

It is hard to figure out what to say. This has brought tears to my eyes everyday. I was one of the lucky ones that had the privilege of meeting Joshua. His infectious smile and charm made everyone he met happy.... I will cherish that.
Cherish every moment that you had together and know that he has made a difference in many lives.
Wishing you never had to experience such a loss.
None of us can even imagine what you are going thru.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sheila Prostler

January 20, 2017

You are in my thought and prayers.

Stella Wong

January 20, 2017

Lia, I was saddened to read about the passing of your little boy Joshua. I've never had the opportunity to meet him but I do remember hearing the love in your voice when you talked about him. My sincere condolences to you and your family during this sad and difficult time.

Cordero Family

January 20, 2017

My deepest condolences to the Weekes family. I pray that God's love, comfort & presence be with you.

January 19, 2017

Dear Lia and Dagan, Can't even begin to imagine your pain and heartbreak. Your happy adorable sweet child left this world far too soon - heaven has gained a bright shining star, only wish it could have been when he turned 107. RIP Joshua - a cherub soaring high amongst other angels.

DIANNE DIOTTE

January 19, 2017

SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, CHERISH ALL YOUR WONDERFUL TIMES TOGETHER, REST IN PEACE BEAUTIFUL JOSHUA

Keely Dennis

January 19, 2017

Auntie Keely loves you so very much and always will. You were loved by so many, and touched so many hearts. You were definitely a boy beyond your years. Uncle Mickey, Orion and Lucas miss you so much already, we will always smile for you
Surrounding my family with love and light.

January 19, 2017

To the weekes family
As I read this little man's journey, my heart felt your pain as our family knows this cancer world and loosing our Benny in 2015 at a young 21 years.......your family will be in our prayers as you embark on this life without your Joshua ...... RIP Joshua

January 19, 2017

To the Weekes family,
I read your son's obituary as it was published on the same day as my mother, Tina Busse. I felt I had to reach out to you. As much as we are grieving the loss of our dear mother, I cannot imagine what you are going through to loose such a young sweet boy. Our mother had a long and wonderful life and to me it seems so wrong to loose one so young. The only thing I can say is that God must have needed his angel back to guide and help Him. It also helped me to put into perspective this unimaginable loss that we are feeling.
My mother was an incredible, caring grandmother and I feel that if she sees your son she will take him by the hand and guide him where he will need to go.
I am so sorry for your loss.
Sincerely, Teresa Clarke

Lisa Kamerling

January 18, 2017

I didn't know Joshua, nor your family, but I was so moved (to tears, actually) by your loving obituary, that I just wanted to send you the love & kindness of a stranger. Think of Joshua every day, as often you as like, and that way he will stay close to you. Hugs to you all at this sorrowful time. Lisa in Coquitlam

Bailey K.T.

January 18, 2017

My heart felt condolences to Dagan, Lia and family. I was so saddened to hear that Joshua passed away. Such strength and love you have. May peace be with you all. In lieu of flowers, I will make a donation to Canuck Place. - Bailey (Grampa Grantley's friend)

Karen Lomnes

January 18, 2017

With profound sadness I send my condolences to the Weekes family. I am sure that the angels sang the day that wee Joshua was born, just as I am sure that they have now taken him in their arms.

Karen Lomnes (friend of Grandma Jordan)

Jennifer Nelson

January 18, 2017

I read this sad posting today and I literally started to cry. As a mother, I cannot imagine the pain you are in. I don't know you or your beautiful son, but I felt compelled to reach out and send you support. I can feel the love and so does he. He will be forever held within a circle of love by the many people he touched in his short life. I am so very sorry for your loss. No words can can do justice to what you are feeling or what others can say to support you.

Aliza Canjura

January 18, 2017

My heart goes out to the Weekes Family, I know you just lost someone very special... he was a beautiful little boy who fought so hard. Rest in Peace Joshua we will be missing but never forgetting your warm smile, you kind heart, your beautiful soul. You were a very smart little boy.

liz canjura

January 18, 2017

joshua... You are now in the kingdom of god, as one of his angels. our deepest condololences to daegan and his wife.. from the canjura family

Inder S

January 18, 2017

To the parents of Joshua, family & friends,
With HEARTFELT thoughts and deepest sympathy. WISHING YOU PEACE AND COMFORT DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME. So sorry for you loss.

Karen Jordan

January 18, 2017

Joshua, I prayed fervently to every Saint, to Father God, Mother Mary and the Lord Jesus that you would receive a healing miracle for you to be able stay here on earth with us. Amma Karen could not fathom how this terrible disease could strike my someone so precious, smart, wonderful and handsome as you, my beloved grandson. I didn't handle it well and am sorry. You are forever in my broken heart. I love you forever. Our dog, Angel, misses you more than you will ever know. Please check on all us from on High and be comforted by the arms of all of ours who have gone on before us.

Tamara Leung

January 16, 2017

I am sad that this little man is gone. I remember the first day I saw the chubby cheeks on the baby Joshua Roscoe in my office. I will always think of him as 'Roscoe', a name I thought fit him well.

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