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Joshua Morales Obituary
graduate of Brophy College Preparatory in 2003, Josh worked for GoDaddy.com in Gilbert for the past year and a half as sales coordinator. "Sunshine" a nickname from his mom,
with his beeming personality, Josh was a great mentor to his brother Tim. They often spoke of becoming pilots. Josh also wanted to be a guitarist and a music producer. He was in a band called Georgia Drive where he played guitar. Josh's life was about his love of music, family, and friends. His laugh was contagious, his deep voice was resounding, his dry cynical sense of humor was always on key. Josh spoke about the strength and love of his very special mother Tangie. Also nicknamed "Linus" from his favorite Peanut's character, like Linus to Charlie Brown, Josh was a best friend to all who knew him. As in life Josh towered over all of us and shall now be our tower of strength and hope. For all he left behind, Josh we will all remember your guitar gently weeping. Joshua is survived by his loving mother Tangie Hernandez and father Bill Morales, his brother Tim and sister Cyndi, his grandparents Robert and Yolanda, and William and Juanita. And to all who knew and loved him. God bless you, Josh. Funeral Services will be held Monday, November 5th, at Brophy Chapel, 4701 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85012. Visitation will be from 5:00 – 7:00 P.M. with Funeral Mass following at 7:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Joshua Erin Morales Donation Fund at any Wells Fargo branch.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joshua Morales
Sponsored by Joshua's Loving Mother Tangie Hernandez and Loving Brother Timothy Morales.
Jay
September 17, 2008
miss you Red.
Shumaker-Wolfe Family
November 16, 2007
We are all so sorry for your loss. I've heard nothing but nice things about Joshua.Your family is in our prayers.
Emily Jones
November 15, 2007
Josh was truly the most amazing human being Ive ever met. No one could brighten a room quite like Josh. He's been my best friend for years now and I will never forget how much he affected my life. Josh knew what it was to be a good friend and he would go to any lengths to help someone out. Josh changed me as a person by showing me to enjoy the simple things in life and the true defnition of friendship. I loved him with all my heart and I can only pray that all of us that are affected by this can lean on eachother for support. My heart goes out to his mom and brother Tim. We'll all miss you Josh..you meant more to me than I ever really got the chance to tell you.
Megan Knoth
November 13, 2007
My family has known Josh for several years. He dated my daughter Brittony and became the best friend of my daughter Emily.Josh was one of the sweetest guys I know. He was so supportive of my daughter at a time when she really needed a friend. He was truly an amazing, intelligent, interesting person. I feel like a little of the light has gone out in this world.
I can't imagine what you are going through.My heart goes out to your family right now.
Rose Ramirez
November 7, 2007
If Tears Could Build a Stairway
If tears could build a stairway
and memories a lane
I would walk right up to Heaven
and bring you back again.
No farewell words were spoken
No time to say "Goodbye"
You were gone before I knew it
and only God knows why.
My heart still aches with sadness
and secret tears still flow
What it meant to love you
No one can ever know.
But now I know you want me
to mourn for you no more
To remember all the happy times
life still has much in store.
Since you'll never be forgotten
I pledge to you today-
A hallowed place within my heart
is where you'll always stay!
Rose Ramirez
November 7, 2007
To the Morales family, I would like to offer my deepest condolences on your loss. I worked with Josh at the Scottsdale Center at GoDaddy, and I remember always wanting to tap him on the shoulder and tell him he looked just like the actress Kate Hudson's husband, Chris Robinson, from the band Black Crowes. I never did, I thought he would think I was weird. A friend of mine finally called today to tell me it was him, and it broke my heart. I lost my 26 year old daughter in March this year, she passed in her sleep, no cause of death. If anyone wants to communicate regarding this, I'm always available. I understand your great sorrow at the sudden loss of your son, sibling, nephew, grandson, etc... My other 3 children understand this type of loss as well, I guess as much as any of us could. I begin and end each of my days right now by trying to be grateful she did not suffer. My prayers are with you, I have been on this 7 month journey in search of answers, and have found support groups/websites and would gladly share them with you. Please take care of yourselves through this journey. Sincerely, Rose Ramirez
Sabrina Morales
November 7, 2007
Josh was my nephew and he will be greatly missed by all. Josh and his family will be in my prayers God bless!
Shane Hannah
November 6, 2007
I had the great pleasure of working with Josh for over 1yr at U-Haul. I got to spend 40+hrs a week with him. At many time I felt like a older brother giving Josh advice weekly. We would share stories of our woman problems back & forth weekly. I used to buy Josh lunch like almost ever other day, he loved his Philly Cheese Steak Sub. Josh never went a day without laughing or making me laugh. He was a remarkable young man & I will miss him deaply. I know Josh is in a better place & playing his guitar 24/7! God Bless.
Lisa Albright
November 5, 2007
Tangie and family, I can not begin to express to you my deepest sympathies on the loss of Joshua. I know, Tangie, he as well as Timothy mean the world to you. I remember both boys when they were very young and how devoted to them you are. I know you and your family have always been very close and that during this time of deep sorrow you will have each other to lean on. I pray you and your family will find rest and peace in God's arms and let Him carry you through this time. I love you and have the fondest of memories of our friendship.
Neil & DeLois Gum
November 5, 2007
Our love and prayers to Josh's family.
Whitney Kellis
November 5, 2007
From the few months we were on a team together, I am glad I was able to meet such a great person. Josh always had a smile on his face and having a good time. He will be greatly missed by so many, but we all know he is in a better place now. Josh, I know you will be watching over all your family and friends, and we will all remember the good times and memories. I am glad to say I had the pleasure of knowing you and will miss not seeing you around godaddy. My prayers are with all who loved you..
Grace Montiel
November 5, 2007
Where to start...Josh definitely made our working environment so much better. I really looked forward to what would happen everyday with him here in our department. We begged him to stay here at U-haul because we didn't want to lose him. I was in complete and utter shock when I heard the news. I laughed and cried when I thought of our memories. He came up with some stuff that still lives on with us here and we would talk of him often and how much he just brightened our lives. We loved him and are sorry to hear of him passing. xoxo Josh.
Matt P.
November 5, 2007
I went to school with Josh at Brophy- so sorry to hear of your loss.
November 5, 2007
My condolences to the family. I had the priviledge to work with Josh at U-Haul. My prayers go out to the family. Alicia Galaviz
Marna Sample
November 5, 2007
Hi Tangie,
I was so shocked to hear of your loss...I am so sorry...If you need someone to call and cry with please do so...I experienced the same loss with my oldest son almost the same way..I know your pain and I will help any way I can.
My prayers are with you and the family today as you send Josh to heaven...his spirit with be with you always...623-210-0870 Marna
Rhonda Randle
November 5, 2007
my deepest sympathy goes out to his family. he brightened up a busy day .. he will be missed by all of us that worked with him
Felix Moreno
November 4, 2007
To Bill & Tangie,
It's been too many years since we visted each other. And I will not be attending the services, I now live out of town.
It is not right for a parent to out live their children. I did not know Joshua except for his young childhood. I do know that he was the most important part of your lives. Even through your own difficulties he remained the focus of both of you.
I give my prayers to the two of you and to your families. I was fortunet to have known Bills family well and know they were close family who cared for each others kids as if they were there own. Today I called my son to tell him I love him. He is across the country from me or I would have grab him and held him tight.
I see Joshua loved music how could he not. Bill I'm not sure if I ever thanked you for helping me with my DJ business. But it has brought me needed income to support my family & joy I can not explain.
Bill & Tangie even though we haven't been close for awhile now believe me I never forgot you.
All my prayers
Felix Moreno
Rita Morales
November 4, 2007
To the Morales Family, I'm so sorry to hear about Josh. We will never forget his million dollar smile. If there is anything that we can do, please let us know. May you all find comfort in Gods faith.
With deepest sympathy.
Rita Morales and Family
Tonimarie Cavazos (Waters)
November 4, 2007
Tangie & family:
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I know it's been so long since we've seen all of you, including Josh, but to this day, I have the memory of a happy, thoughtful, intelligent young boy when I think of Josh. Please know that Josh and all of you are in our thoughts & prayers.
God bless,
Tonimarie, Dustin & Nicholas Waters
Cindy Saint
November 4, 2007
Tangie - my love and prayers are with you, Timothy and family.
Carol and Bill o'connor
November 4, 2007
Our prayers and deep sadness go out to you and your family.
Kimberly Johnson
November 4, 2007
To Hope and Family.....sorry to hear about the news of your nephew, I didnt know him, but I'm sure he touched you and your family and will be greatly missed,sounds like he shared a love of the guitar with your boys, I pray God will comfort you and the family in your time of bereavement.
Josh the man
November 4, 2007
Rockin with his guitar
November 4, 2007
14 years old
November 4, 2007
Lil Josh
November 4, 2007
2 months
November 4, 2007
Casey O'Connor
November 4, 2007
Meeting and knowing Joshua was an honor and a blessing. He knew better than most the value of a smile and the strength of laughter and was always keen and quick to remind anyone that may have seemed to forgot that. He knew the priority of joy for ones heart and kept his full of it. He often spoke of his friends and how happy he was to have them in his life and he had many friends so I know he was truly a happy soul. I am a better person for having known him, and am proud that I had something in me that recognized his love of life and passion for joy, laughter, friends, and music. We are all better people for having known him.
I'll miss you friend...
Theresa, Chuck,Vincent & Allen (Ruiz) Thorn
November 3, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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