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Joshua Eric Richards

1985 - 2020

Joshua Eric Richards obituary, 1985-2020, Schenectady, NY

BORN

1985

DIED

2020

Joshua Richards Obituary

Joshua Eric Richards, 34, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly in Phoenix, Arizona on December 27, 2019. Joshua was born in Schenectady, NY on September 16, 1985. Joshua attended Mohonasen schools, graduating in 2003. In 2007, he earned a Bachelor of Arts from SUNY Cobleskill in Plant Science. Joshua held many positions throughout the years. He was currently employed as a crew leader for Diamond Back Billiards and Entertainment in Arizona. Joshua loved the outdoors and enjoyed camping, snowboarding, and hiking. He also loved attending concerts, especially the Phish and Moe Concerts. Joshua was instrumental in rescuing dogs off the streets of Phoenix. Joshua is survived by his maternal parents, Philip and Sharon DiVietro, father, David Anderson, a sister, Jacqueline DiVietro, his grandmothers, Roselyn Richards and Marilyn DiVietro. Joshua was also survived by his beloved aunts and uncles, Sandi King, Walter Richards, Brian & Pam Richards, Teri & Peter Muscanelli, Lisa & Steve Karandy, and many cousins. He was predeceased by his grandfathers, Walter Richards and Frank DiVietro, and great-grandmother, Helene Richards. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 1255 Pleasant Street, Schenectady on Saturday, January 11, 2020 at 10 a.m.

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Published by The Daily Gazette Co. on Jan. 10, 2020.

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Nita Sycuro

September 2, 2023

Holy, cow, I was writing in my birthdays and anniversary´s in my September calendar...just got to the 16th...and there it was...December 27, 2019. So hard to believe it´s been 4 years already. I think of you all the time!! Especially this past weekend with the phish concert in Saratoga... I know you are probably jamming out to them all the time and hanging with friends... miss you, my Dear friend... love,Nita

Pat

February 4, 2023

I have been off all social medias for a few years and unfortunately just learned off Josh´s passing. I am so sorry to hear and glad to share some stories. He was influential to me and is often in my memories. Lost touch with him a few years ago and sad to realize the news. pat 201-452-6107

noel

January 4, 2022

Josh i have one of your rocks hanging from my mirror in my car i think about you all the time and miss you and your laugh.

Justin

January 19, 2021

Josh, we lost touch about 6 years ago and somehow I decided to look you up and I see this. Buddy that weekend I met you at Mo-Down was one of the best weekends I’ve ever had. I’ve never laughed so much with complete strangers in my life, me you and those 5 other people we camped with. You nicknamed me the ref that weekend lol. We became friends after that weekend but somehow lost touch. You knew how to make me laugh brother and laugher is the key to ones soul. My greatest sympathy goes out to his family.

Rest easy my friend,
The Ref

Justin Grenier

January 19, 2021

Josh, we lost touch about 6 years ago and somehow I decided to look you up and I see this. Buddy that weekend I met you at Mo-Down was one of the best weekends I’ve ever had. I’ve never laughed so much with complete strangers in my life, me you and those 5 other people we camped with. You nicknamed me the ref that weekend lol. We became friends after that weekend but somehow lost touch. You knew how to make me laugh brother and laugher is the key to ones soul. My greatest sympathy goes out to his family.

Rest easy my friend,
The Ref

Justin Grenier

January 19, 2021

Josh, we lost touch about 6 years ago and somehow I decided to look you up and I see this. Buddy that weekend I met you at Mo-Down was one of the best weekends I’ve ever had. I’ve never laughed so much with complete strangers in my life, me you and those 5 other people we camped with. You nicknamed me the ref that weekend lol. We became friends after that weekend but somehow lost touch. You knew how to make me laugh brother and laugher is the key to ones soul.

Rest easy my friend,
The Ref

Chris

February 22, 2020

This hit me like a ton of bricks. I only knew you for a couple years but your personality was one of a kind and you always pushed me to see the bright side no matter what was going on around me. My condolences to your family. I'm still struggling with your passing, I still can't really believe it. Fly high brother we miss you dearly.

Mayra Jacquez

February 14, 2020

Joshua, I miss you so much. I truly love you, with all of my heart & soul! You are a beautiful soul. You were so loved by many. It's incredible. I will always & forever love you. I still cannot believe that you're gone. I still feel that you're here still with me. I know that you're looking over me because I could feel it. I will always hold you in my heart. And, I'll handle all of my affairs with you in mind. I know that you just wanted me to be happy. And, you just wanted that I take a little bit better care of myself. Well, I have. I've taken care of a few things since your passing. Because I love you. And, because you loved me until I was able to learn to love myself. Thank you. May you rest in peace, Joshua.

Jason Zirpoli

February 6, 2020

Josh, very devastated to find out, my prayers and thoughts go out to your family. You will truly be missed. Love you bro

Noel

January 22, 2020

I heard your voice today Josh.. You always had my back and I guess you always will. Love ya bro.

Sandi King

January 21, 2020

Everyone is devastated Josh, we love and miss you terribly.

sharon divietro

January 19, 2020

i miss you more each that goes by

love mom

noel

January 13, 2020

I hope one day I will see you again my friend.

Georgina Lloyd

January 12, 2020

Josh was a beautiful baby and grew into such a handsome man. He had the unconditional love of his Mother and his love for her will live on in her heart and all who loved him. Prayers, thoughts and love to all who knew and loved him. Especially my Dearest friend Sharon, I love you and my heart breaks for you that he was taken so soon from you.❤

sharon divietro

January 12, 2020

my beautiful son, I will miss you forever and hopefully we will be together soon. ❤❤❤

Sherry Palma

January 11, 2020

RIP Josh you left us way to soon.

April Steward

January 11, 2020

Josh it's been a while since I've seen you but I'm so sad to hear about your passing. You were one of the most genuine souls I ever met and I'm so sorry for your family. Fly high and rest peacefully my old friend.

David Gallagher

January 10, 2020

Deepest sympathy and condolences, Josh was such a nice person!!!! So sorry for your loss !

Dec. 2019

noel

January 10, 2020

RIP josh

noel

January 10, 2020

Josh,I just talked to you on Christmas day, and you said everything was good and you were gonna keep it that way. We just talked about you coming to visit. I'm in complete shock. RIP Josh you will be greatly missed bro.
My sympathy goes out to all his family and friends.

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