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David Middents
December 4, 2004
We miss you Son. Love, Dad
Tara Cullon
December 3, 2004
I had heard of a recent passing at my old school, but when i heard the name it was a complete shock! I am truly sorry for your loss...Josh was a great guy! He is a face you will never forget and I'm sure he wanted it that way. My prayers are with you
Ron Borg, M.D.
November 17, 2004
Josh was a pretty special young man. I took care of him for alot of years. I always looked forward to seeing him when he came to the office, whether for illness or for a sports physical. I never heard a complaint or a harsh word from him. Never. I'll miss his upbeat attitude and demeaner. Pray for Josh and for his wonderful parents, David and Diane.
Matt Barker
November 17, 2004
I had the honor and privilege of playing volleyball with Josh for AZ Primative and I never forgot his name. He was an inspiration to all. May he rest in peace. God Bless.
Wayne D Gray
November 17, 2004
David & Dianne
I am so sorry to hear about your great loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you, your son and your entire family.
Love
Wayne D
Paula Jensen
November 17, 2004
Dear Dave, Diane, Michael, Matthew, and Danielle,
Our hearts go out to you during this most difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you, and with your precious Joshua. If only we could turn back time and prevent the tragedies our families have endured, we would do it in a heartbeat. May our memories of Josh and Erik make us smile and somehow sustain us all.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Craig, Paula and Whitney Jensen
Andy Bingham
November 16, 2004
Josh had the amazing ability to bring a smile to my face. I remember many times when he was a little guy feeling a tug at my pant leg and turning around and see my friend. He would always ask me confidently how I was doing? We would chat and I would usually hear about he and Dan Jones latest adventure.
The Middents are as good as they get, and I am grateful for the memories I have of each of them. Mom & Dave being so nice to us when we were newly married and had just moved to Phoenix. Matt & Mike scouts. Teasing Dan was almost a hobby of mine. I will miss my buddy Josh and it brings me comfort that his memory still brings a smile to my face.
This is a tragic loss to the Ahwatukee and extended family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always.
Andy & Pilvi Bingham family
Craig Brown
November 16, 2004
Dave and Diane
Your son is a wonderful example of spirit and energy. I loved working with him and learning happiness from him. His funeral was wonderful. Your family spoke their heart, a strong testament to your life and examples as wonderful parents. We will all miss Josh.
Craig and Tomie
Austin Williams
November 14, 2004
i knew josh through grade school all the way up to high school. my sister introduced me to him. we found out that he lived in our neighbor hood and we would always go out and play baseball or just to hang out. althogh we kind of lost touch in high school i am going to miss him a lot.
Dennis & Jeanene Flake
November 14, 2004
Dear Dave & Diane,
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. We lived in Ahwatukee in your ward many years ago, probably about when Josh was a baby. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Robin Myers
November 14, 2004
I first met Josh through volleyball, he was on junior varsity that year and it was my year of training (sports med), traveling with the team was always so much fun. Josh was always making me laugh. He would sit next to me on the bench so that I would not be sitting alone. He was such a good guy and he is dearly missed. My prayers go out to his family and friends. Josh you were so kind to me and I will never forget you.
Love, Robin
(mama robin!)
Samantha Almgren
November 13, 2004
Dear Middent Family:
I gradtuated in 04',and I had the great honor of knowing josh my senior year of high school. we had cerdamics together, he had a great gift at it. No matter how sad or mad i was, all he had to do was smile and laugh, and it made me happy. He will always be in my heart, and ill never forget him. my thoughts and prayers will always be with the Middent family. God Bless.
Aaron Dvoretzky
November 12, 2004
Words cannot express the sorrow I feel. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Janet Rodriguez
November 12, 2004
Dave and Diane,
Our prayers are joined with others to help you through this most difficult time.
With Sincere Sympathy and Love
Janet, Manuel, Rod, Thomas ,and Eleanor (Rodriguez Family)
Cameron Adler
November 11, 2004
I first met Josh when I was in 7th Grade at volleyball camp. I didn't know anyone there and he was the first person to talk to me, despite being two years older than me. Ever since then, I have always had a great respect for him. He was nice to everybody no matter what. In every memory I have of him, he is making somebody laugh. He was truly a great friend, and I wish we could all be as loving as Josh was.
kelsy reeves
November 11, 2004
Dear the middents family....i met Josh over the mountain pointe swim team just this year and he has taught me so much, he was the only guy i could show my emotions too and i wasnt afraid....he always made me smile whether i wanted to or not...i now use his advice that he told me and i use it on my friends and family and it has helped SO much!i rememebr when i was sad or crying he would be there to always confort me....it was VERY hard for me to know that he was not here to do that anymore....but i will always remember him for i dont know how anybody can not....he was a great, wonderful guy that made everyones day better. I am very sorry for this and i hope your family is holding up...it is harder for me too but i am getting there... i went to both the funeral and the viewing and i touched his hand and his face and it made me feel so much btter knowing that it was the last time i got to see him but atleast i touched him and said my goodbye... even though it is not really goodbye...and Mrs.Middents thankyou for your hug that you gave me it made me feel so good!! You are so strong and he was so lucky to have a mom like you. Thankyou so much and all my love goes to Josh and his amazing family.
<3always,
Kelsy Reeves
Chelsea Ryan
November 11, 2004
Josh was such an amazing person. He added so much to life.His smile that could just light up the room. i had hung out with josh b4 and i knew him around the halls. i just recently moved so im sorry i could not be there today. My thoughts and prayers are with His family. RIP JOSH!!!!! I WILL MISS YOU....Along with many many others
God bless
Rachel Scheinkopf
November 11, 2004
Each and every time i saw Josh, he was always surrounded by people and smiling. He was a wonderful person and knew how to make you feel special. Even tho I did'nt get to talk to him that often, each time I did, he would make me laugh. I know he is in happier place now. My thought and prayers go out to the whole Middents family. Josh- you will be missed greatly. God Bless.
Katie Ferrin
November 11, 2004
Dear Josh,
I have known you and your family all my life, and I cannot recall one time seeing you in any way besides happy, cheerful, optimistic and very positive. You have touched many lives and you will be remembered for your uplifting smile and bright personality. We all love you so much.
Dear middents family,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you, and I want to let you know that Josh's spirit will never be gone, that there will be a day when you will see him again. I love your family and Josh so much. God be with you.
Brenda Shelton
November 11, 2004
I am so sorry on your loss. I have known Josh since the 6th grade, and I have many pictures of him along with some great memories. I wish I could be there to be able to say a real goodbye, but I moved away from Phoenix after my sophmore year at Mountain Pointe. Josh was such an amazing friend, and such a fun person to be with. We had so many good times during swim team. He was good at almost everything he tried. And he always made everyone smile. He will be missed by so many! God bless you, and you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kelsie Barker
November 11, 2004
I am so sorry about the loss
of Joshua David Middents! He was
always so happy, friendly, energetic, loving, and caring towards me and others! I had the chance to go to the Pioneer Trek with him! I was not in his group but we still knew each other! I am in Mountain Park Ward! I have known Josh for about 9 years! I love him so much! He's so funny! Diane you always made me laugh and feel special whenever I saw you! You always had a flower in your hair! And I remember when you told me that you had a son my age! I was so eggcited! I couldn't wait any longer to meet him! Thanks and God bless you and everyone!
Love ya always and foreva
Kelsie Barker
Jason Cerecedes
November 11, 2004
I was lucky enough to meet Josh during summer school 2003 at Desert Vista High School. We both had geometry in Mr. Wanta's class and let me say that Josh was the main reason why that class was so much fun. He made things that were boring and turn it into something funny (fity-two-eighty). Even though we weren't that close of friends, we would always say hi to one another in the hallways or in the PE locker room. But now that he is gone there will always be a missing feeling in my heart when I walk into the locker room and I dont see him there with his big smile telling me hi. Where ever you are right now Josh, I would just like to say thank you. We will never forget about you.
Kenny Wong
November 10, 2004
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Middents family as they, along with the Class of 2005 at Mountain Pointe High School, is currently dealing with such a tragic loss. Josh is a wonderful human being. His smiles, his jokes, and his memories shall never be forgotten.
Being a friend of Josh, I am deeply saddened by this tragic loss. As we move on with our lives, we will never forget the joys Josh brought us during his time with us. We will remember.
sara waddell
November 10, 2004
God bless Josh and his family. Josh had a vibrant personality that made a difference to everyone he came in contact with. He was loved by many and will always be in our hearts. I pray for his family and I pray for Josh in heaven.
Shellie Davis
November 10, 2004
It wasn’t until my senior year that I met a friendly, bubbly, smiley, junior, Josh. I don’t think I’ve ever laughed so much at lunch, before that year, because of him. He and I quickly became friends that year. He once mentioned that I reminded him of his sister, so from that day on, I called him my little brother and he attacked me with a big hug every time he saw me. Josh was a very personable guy; he could turn anything into a joke or a rhyme. I remember one day passing him in the hall and he put his hand straight into the air and waved by quickly shaking his wrist. It became a ritual for me and my “little brother” to jokingly wave to each other upon passing. He soon created a slogan for our wave that I will never forget, “When you wave to say hi, reach that hand up into the sky.” I pray for all those that new Josh, that they will remember what a great blessing he was to everyone he knew, and especially for his family during this difficult time.
stephanie wall
November 10, 2004
i got to know josh through my first year at Mountain Pointe High School as a freshman, i visted him all the time at his job. i will miss josh deeply. Im praying for josh and the whole Middents family. I hope all who knew Josh can overcome the pain of Josh's passing. In loving memory of Josh Middents a helpful and caring friend that i will never forget.
Kelly Henning
November 10, 2004
Right now, I feel so blessed to have had the opportunity to know Josh. Having class with him was one of the best things I could have asked for in school. He would always make me smile no matter what day it was and would always think of something funny to do when the class was getting dull. I remember that he was the same way when we swam together when we were younger. I feel so lucky to have so many memories of him in my life to where I can think of him and smile my biggest smile. My prayers are with him, his family, and his friends and may his wonderful memories last forever.
Riley Graves
November 10, 2004
Josh was seriously one of the greatest kids I knew. He was always there to hug me and give me a big smile. I can just remember helping him out with scoring at one of the volleyball games and it was a blast. Everywhere Josh was, there was a good time. The deepest blessing for Josh's family. You are in my thoughts!
Tasha Hagert
November 10, 2004
I was on the swim team with Josh and I didn't really get to talk to him that much. I know that so many people loved him and I am so sad that he is gone. I wish that there was something that I could do to help out the family but all I can do is pray. The times that I did talk to Josh he was always ready to help out. I remember that for Regionals he shaved his head and i thought that he looked so funny. Deepest sympathy for the family.
~Tasha
Korina Stalman
November 10, 2004
I first heard of Josh my Sophomore year of High School. Mrs. Platt was my teacher. Ever since that day I always wanted to know who he was because he sounded like he would be an awesome person to talk to. The years of high school past and I saw him in the halls everyday, Always with a smile on his face and friends around him. The school seems so empty with out him, and I miss him deeply.
To the family, You are all in my prayers, God bless
Sincerely,
Allison Teri
November 10, 2004
My family had occassion to be at your church for a baby blessing when an announcement was made that a member of the congregation had lost their son. I grieved for the family and upon hearing your name, realized that you were not strangers to us and that a family we knew had lost their beloved son and brother. My husband David Parnell and I both attended high school with Danielle and knew both her and her wonderful mother. We did not know Josh, but from reading all these entries it looks like we missed out on knowing a wonderful human being who brought light to so many lives! The most beautiful words, full of love and rememberance, were spoken of him last Sunday. Danielle, Diane and family, you are in our thoughts and prayers. May you find peace in your friends and family during these times. Lots of Love, Allison and David Parnell
Coach Debi Agnew-Rothstein
November 10, 2004
Diana, Michael, Matthew and Family,
I have been thinking about all the wonderful memories I have of coaching the "Middent's Boys". I find it amazing how some events make you look back and realize just how short life is. I remember the days of trying not to laugh at the crazy things Josh would do or say at the most inappropriate times...or jumping out of the pool to run a few laps around the pool just because... Josh was an incredible young man that could put a smile on the face of anyone.
Please accept my deepest sympathy and prayers for your entire family during this tragic time. May the strength of God comfort you all and give you peace.
--Josh, may you be resting in peace now. You will be missed by many, more than you will ever know.
Paul Harris & Family
November 10, 2004
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Elizabeth Jarvie
November 10, 2004
To the Middents Family,
My deepest sympathy and prayers for your family. Although it has been some years since I have scene Danielle and the family, I think about you often and all the wonderful memories I have of Jaime and Danielle and her time spent in the Middents home. A loving and close family that provided that for my daughter in a time of uncertainty in her family life. Draw on your faith. The love of God will see you through this journey.
Elizabeth Jarvie & Family
Michele Benson
November 10, 2004
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Take comfort in eachother.
God Bless.
Shelley Hughes
November 10, 2004
I use to work with Josh at Safeway, and if I was ever upset for any reason, Josh would always put a smile on my face and make me laugh. He was such a good person, with such a good heart. You will be greatly missed Josh. -Shelley
ashley stewart
November 9, 2004
who can forget good old josh bouncing down the hallways at school with the big smile on his face or randomly poping in on mrs. platt during class you will truley be missed, now you will be bouncing down the hallways of heaven bringing smiles to so many more face
Terry Price
November 9, 2004
My thoughts and Prayers for the Family of Joshua David Middents.
Holly Kilpatrick
November 9, 2004
To the Middents family: I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. I was a friend of Matt in high school but can remember you boys since elementary school. You have such a wonderful family and I hope you can find the strength to stick together when family is needed most during this tragic time. Josh was a great kid with a charming smile, and he will always be remembered. My thought and prayers are with your family as you deal with this tragedy. Sincerely, Holly Kilpatrick
Rupper Family
November 9, 2004
Dave and Diane, We will never forget Josh and his one and only personality. Our family is sadden by your loss but we know that our Heavenly Father will comfort you in this time of need. We will never forget the smile that was always present on Diane's face whenever she mentioned Josh's name. He will be in our hearts forever. Josh touched many lives and will always be remembered.
Joe Habeeb
November 9, 2004
The Candle that burns twice as bright, burns half as long.
God Bless
Nancy Vickers
November 9, 2004
Josh touched alot of people's hearts in so many ways... We got to know Josh about 2 years ago from our daughter, Kelli...Let me tell you he kept us entertained... Josh was a great kid and will be missed by so many!!! Our thoughts and prayers are with the Middents family...
Molly
November 9, 2004
Even though it has been a couple of years since i have seen you, i will never forget your smiling face day after day. I will always cherish the times you made me and everyone else laugh! I know you are in a place now where all of your dreams can be fullfilled. You will be missed always
Alison Shiembob
November 9, 2004
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Middents family. RIP Josh, we love you and are thinking of you.
Rose Warren
November 9, 2004
With the tragic event the entire school and my friends and I have come a lot closer and caring toward one another. This tragedy has really made us value and appreciate the meaning of life. I am truley sorry for your loss and you are in our prayers.
Christina Slocum and Family
November 9, 2004
To the Middents Family>
The Lord will hold you,carry you and comfort you in His arms, during this time of pain and hardship.
I cannot fathom what you are enduring, but I can say with complete Faith, that God will not leave you in your hour of need.
Allow Him to wrap His arms around you and assure you that your son will reside in Heaven and shine his love on you for eternity.
Joshua's spirit will reside, along with The Lord, in your heart until you are reunited.
With all our prayers and compassion,
The Slocums
Victor Aguilar
November 9, 2004
Though we did not have the opportunity to meet him, we want you to know our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. The Aguilar's and the everyone at Bicycles West.
Leslie & Tim Keating
November 9, 2004
We have known Josh for several years through our son Stefan. Our thoughts & prayers are with your family. Know that Josh will live in our hearts and the hearts of the many his warmth has touched. May he be at peace.
Daniel Fischer
November 9, 2004
You and your family are in our prayers!
Becky Banning
November 9, 2004
I never knew Josh persoanlly. I remember his face in seeing him through the halls. But I saw the impact his death had on so many of my close friends and it was heart wrenching. I hope wherever Josh is now, he is happy and that everything is now alright. He is in all of our hearts.
Andrew Anderson
November 9, 2004
Josh was one of the greatest guys I have ever known. He made otherwise boring science, history, and english classes fun and entertaining. He always had a way to put a smile on your face. He will be deeply missed by everyone that knew him. We truly lost a great person.
lisa dequiroz
November 9, 2004
My prayers are with the family and friends of Joshua. I did not know him but i have a teenage son of my own. May god comfort you all and give you peace.
Lisa DeQuiroz
Krista Soper
November 9, 2004
You must know Josh was a wonderful person with a smile that touched the ends of the earth. I will miss him dearly. With Love, Krista Soper
Alicia Miller
November 9, 2004
Josh,
Thank you for your wonderful spirit and the laughter you brought to your family and friends. We all will miss you so very much, but you will live on forever in all of our hearts and souls. I hope you have finally found your comfort and peace. I love you Josh! Goddbye little bro :)
jessica colombo
November 9, 2004
I personally did not know him but I have plenty of friends who did. I am sorry I did not get a chance to get to know him. I am very sorry for the parents loss.
Ashley Cox
November 9, 2004
I was lucky to know Josh for many years. His smile and laughter was very contagious!! I miss him greatly and know that god is taking good care of him now. He and is family will always be in my prayers.
R.I.P. Josh!! Love you always!!!
Michelle McCloskey
November 9, 2004
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. We can't even imagine the pain and sorrow your family must feel. Please know that we are thinking of you.
Jaime Montanez
November 9, 2004
God Bless the Middents family
Ruth & Natasha Fletcher
November 9, 2004
In ways big and small Josh's life changed our world and left it a better place and touched too many hearts to ever be forgotten.
may you find comfort in knowing how many people share your sadness.
Cheryl Vanlandingham
November 9, 2004
I was fortunate enough to meet Josh this summer through my daughter Makaella. His laughter and smile were contagious! My prayers to your family as you mourn his loss. Sincerely,
Cheryl Vanlandingham
Sue, Mike, and Matt Wintz
November 9, 2004
Our thoughts and prayers are with you today and always. May you be surrounded by comfort and hope, knowing that Joshua's love continues to surround you. We know that he is lighting up heaven with his smile.
Sarah Elizabeth Wintz
March 28, 1986 - December 2, 2003
"The Celebration of a Passionate Life"
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