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1981
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2012
Joshua Kitchens Obituary
Petal
Joshua Donald Kitchens, 31, a lifelong resident of Petal, died July 23, 2012 at his home. Services will be at 11:30 a.m., Friday, July 27, 2012 at Moore Funeral Chapel in Petal followed burial in Hillcrest Cemetery.
Mr. Kitchens was an electrician and the owner of Kitchen's Electric. An avid outdoorsman, he loved to fish and hunt. He was a member of Hattiesburg Community Church and also coached in the Runnelstown youth football league.
A loving and devoted father and son, he is survived by a son, Chandler Kitchens of Petal and daughter, Camille Kitchens of Richton; his parents, Cathy and Dewayne Thrash of Petal and his father, Steve Kitchens of Ellisville. He is also survived by a brother, Christopher (Leah) English of Puyallup, Wash.; a sister, Carla Kitchens of Hattiesburg; grandparents, Lois and Donald Kitchens of Ellisville, Flora Kelley of Petal and Rachel Thrash of Moselle; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.
Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m., Thursday at Moore Funeral Home in Petal.
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Memories and Condolences
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Carla Kitchens
July 21, 2023
Well my baby brother has been almost 12 years he went home to be with our father in heaven...the pain is still real but I know I will see him again. Daddy died last month., my only comfort comes from the fact dad and Josh are together again. I love and miss them both but this life is short. We will be together again...I know this!
Ashley Williams
July 12, 2017
I will never forget my cousin....My heart. My protector. He always stood up for me and never let anyone hurt me in school...I talked to him on facebook chat the night of his passing he told me he was fine and he loved me. Hours later I got the call from Micheal. It was a call I will never forget . I was home alone I hit the front door with my fist and said no I just talked to him he said he was ok and I feel to the floor and cried. I stayed there all night with my computer watching the emails roll in and couldn't respond. Part of me still doesn't believe it and I think that's why I couldn't face going to the funeral. I love you Josh always. I hope you are up there playing cards and laughing with grandmother and aunt Rachel. Save a spot for me ill see you soon. Love always
Katie Quartana-Dykes
July 24, 2013
Your light is still shining a year later Kitchens, wishing you nothing but peace and love.
Carla Kitchens
July 23, 2013
Today will be a year that my baby brother left me to go home and be with our heavenly father. Word can never explain the pain I feel at this very moment... the only confort I can find is knowing that one day I will see him again. I love you very much Josh and miss you even more.
Belinda Clark
July 31, 2012
Kathy and Dwayne, My heart goes out to ya. Praying God give ya the strenght to make it through this tragic event. Love ya
Andria Aultman Wade
July 30, 2012
Steve, Carroll and I are so very sorry for the loss of your dear son. We will be praying for your family.
Ann McSwain-Buse
July 27, 2012
Cathy I am so sorry for the lost of your son.May God comfort you at this time and forever....I am so sorry.God Bless you all.
Jennifer Higgins-Minter
July 27, 2012
My condolences and prayers are continued for Carla and the Kitchens family. May the Heavenly Father bring you peace.
July 26, 2012
"I am so sorry for your loss and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers."
- Racquel Mcswain (Laurel, MS)
Steve & Ginny English
July 26, 2012
We were so sorry to hear of Josh's untimely death. Our hearts and prayers are with his family.
heather sims
July 26, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Katie Quartana
July 26, 2012
Kitchens, I'm sure gonna miss you. Your kindness and smile was so infectious and I will always remember them. Rejoice with the angels and fly above watching over us. I'm beyond happy that we got to catch up after all these years missed. You will continue to be a part of prayers as well as your family and children. I'm smiling back at you. All our best. Thank you for all the memories. Ruben and our mom send all their love and prayers as well. We love you Josh rest in the arms of God!
Kathy Bailey
July 26, 2012
So sorry for your loss.
Amanda James
July 26, 2012
I love you and I'm going to miss you Joshua
Shelly Ivey
July 26, 2012
I will never forget the charming, loving, and courageous man Josh was! I was blessed to have known him, he changed so many things in my life. He was the most awesome friend, a model father, and always treated any woman with respect. (he told me his mother would kick his butt if he didnt.) I have no doubts he was brought into my life for a reason.even though its so hard to say good bye, I know you'll be waiting with a big hug in heaven. I love you Josh always.
Deborah Booth
July 25, 2012
I am very sorry for your loss.
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