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Christian Schreiner
July 24, 2004
Josh was an awesome guy. I wasn't very close to him, but during the time I did spend with him in high school he left quite an impression. He portrayed the image of a caring, bright, full of integrity and tenacious young man. I pray that God will bring peace and hope to his family.
Whitney Bradley
July 18, 2004
I am truely sorry to hear about Josh. I was out of town and not able to make it to the funeral.I remember in middle school when Josh and I became best friends. Now I wish we hadnt grown so far apart. Josh had a very big heart and was a great friend. He will always be in my heart. I love you Josh!
Molly Hogan
July 18, 2004
I just wanted to tell Josh's whole family I am terribly sorry for your loss, you all will always be in my prayers. I went to St. Leo with him and I'll always remember his wonderful smile. My heart goes out to all of his family and friends.
"Only the Good Die Young"
Florence
July 16, 2004
i can only imagine how you feel at this time. just remember that God has a plan and that everything happens for a reason. Josh was a very promising young man and had a good future ahead of him. you are in my thoughts and prays. may God bless you.
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Doris Jean Slatten
July 15, 2004
Josh, It will never be the same at our homes when we get together to have a cookout or celebrate a holiday. Just to pass you on your way to where ever you were going & have you wave & smile - small things like this will be missed very much. YOU KNOW YOU ARE LOVED BY US ALL! Untill we meet again my young nephew I will make a Flag Cake just for you! love you!, Aunt Doris Jean.
Elyse Harrison
July 15, 2004
I did not have the chance to get to know personally Josh. But from what I have been told from friends that knew him he was the kind of friend everyone needed in their lives. I am greatly sorry for your loss and will keep your family in my prayers. Just know that each and every day Josh is watching down from above and one day again you will meet.
Jenkins Family
July 15, 2004
We are so sorry for your loss. Josh was a fine young man and will be missed by many. Our entire family was out of town this week so we missed the viewing.
This is a favor verse of mine:
I shall not stand at your grave and weep;
I know you're not there, you're not asleep.
You're the soft summer breezes that blow;
The diamond glitter on the freshly fallen snow.
You're the gentle Autumn's rain;
The warm sun on my window pane.
When I awaken in the morning's hush,
You're the swift uplifting rush of quiet birds in circled flight;
You're the first star that shines at night.
I shall not stand at your grave and cry;
Because I know you're not there, You did not die.
Tim, Laure, Shawn, Allison, & Michelle
Sarah Melton-Farris
July 14, 2004
I grew up with Sam, and Josh was my little buddy at church. Thank You for the opportunity to know such a sweet young man. My family and I will keep you and your family in our prayers. Josh has forever touched the lives of those who got to meet him, and will always have a place in their hearts. God be with you!
Kathy Haddox
July 14, 2004
I mostly remember Josh from my son's baseball days. Since Sunday morning though, I've seen how special he was. My house has been filled with many of his classmates and friends with their pained expressions, tears, and yes, frustrations over such an untimely loss. Mark and family,,,,know how much Josh was admired and respected. He had more admiration and friends than most of us have in a lifetime. I can say nothing now to quell the pain you are feeling. No one knows how you feel,,,sadness,anger,frustration and helplessness most likely are some of the emotions you are experiencing. Try to take some comfort in knowing he made quite a positive impression on his peers. Tyler and I express our sincerest condolences.
Hildy Lynch
July 14, 2004
My thoughts and prayers are with Josh and his family! Missed and loved by all who knew him I love you Josh
Ashley Robinson
July 13, 2004
I'm soooo sorry for your loss. May God be with you during your time of need. My thoughts and prayers are with you and everyone close to Josh.
Erinn Egbert
July 13, 2004
I first met Josh when I was in the 4th grade at St. Leo's when I first saw him I fell in love with his beautiful brown eyes but most of all I fell in love with him, ever since that moment I've had a crush on him. Over the years Josh and I grew closer and closer being around my brother Jake so much he statred to call my "Sissy" just like Jake, it made me feel special knowing that Josh looked at me more than a friend but as a sister that he could come and talk to, or just recieve a big hug. Sittig here right now hurts so bad, looking at all the pictures we have together, knowing that they're all memories and that there will be no more pictures taken and... there will be no more long, tight hugs, at least not for a while.
I have so many great memories with Josh that it would take a life time to tell, but the most recent memory was when me, my cousin Brittany and the PSC went up to Columbus for a Dave Matthews concert, standing with hundreds of people I'd find myself always looking back at Josh, and he'd look back squint his eyes nodd his head and smile. Life was good then standing with my cousin, my brother and well all my other brothers listening to our favorite band in the world, it was the time of our lives.
Josh-I love you so much, I've loved you since the day i met you, you will forever be in my heart, we'll meet again someday with open arms. But, now it's your turn.. your turn to walk hand in hand with our Lord and Savior, your safe..
You'll always be my Joshy, we'll be together again someday but until then watch over us..
Love, Sissy...
"Celebrate we will, because life is short but sweet, for certain"DMB
Robbie and Trish Egbert
July 13, 2004
To the family of Josh,
May the Lord provide you with comfort during this tragic loss of Josh.
He and our daughter Brittany, went to St. Leo's together, and Josh was her first "boyfriend" in grade school. They remained friends after we moved when Jake, Erin, Josh and friends were together. She was so happy to see him on graduation night, as she was working at Applebee's when here this handsome fellow came in after the ceremonies.
She had told me of their recent trip to Columbus for the concert just a couple of weeks ago, and was laughing that when they all got back to Jake's grandparents to spend the night, the next morning Brittany and Erinn went to wake up the others for Breakfast, they found the guys in the basement, etc. and then opened the door to one bedroom to find Josh sound asleep, in a bedroom all decorated in pink. It was their laughing episode for the weekend. As she told me this, tears streamed down her face with grief over the loss of Josh. We are all grieving with you, and pray that God will give all family and friends strength to get them through and remember the wonderful times shared with Josh throughout his life.
Robbie, Trish, Brittany and Blake Egbert
Dustin Barnes
July 13, 2004
To the Rice family and friends,
I was Josh's recruiter. I want to send my deepest sympathy for you all. I only knew Josh for a couple of months, but can tell you that he left such an impression with me, that I am sure I will never forget him. He showed me, that there are still young men and women out there that are willing to give so much and expect so little in return. My prayers will be forever with you...
The Parsons
July 13, 2004
"Blessed is the influence of one true, loving human soul on another."
- George Eliot
Josh truly touched many souls. Our family's thoughts and prayers are with yours.
Loretta Meadows
July 13, 2004
I had the chance to watch Josh grow up threw the years,and turn into a young man, that truely blessed everyone that came in contact with him.He will be missed by all. our prayers are with you.
Loretta, Kesha, Katie
Brandon Bailey
July 13, 2004
Josh was an Awesome friend to me. I didnt know him quite as well as alot of other people, but we have definately shared some times that ill never forget. He truly was a great guy, and i am honored to have graduated with him. My prayers and thoughts go with the entire Rice family.
Ellis Warren
July 13, 2004
I was proud of Josh for his joice to join the US Marine Corp and find himself. We looked forward to his future success and now we look forward to seeing him in Heaven.
Love
His Uncle Ellie,
July 13, 2004
I met Josh for the first time this past Saturday night. His sense of humor and personable demeanor left a lasting impression on my mind. I was looking forward to pursuing a friendship with this wonderful person, only to find out the next morning that his life was cut short. My heart is aching and I only knew Josh a few hours, so I can only imagine how your family must feel. Just find comfort in knowing Josh is in a better place and your family is completely immersed in the thoughts and prayers of many.
Liles Taylor
July 12, 2004
Josh's smile was always so welcoming; he made it so easy to talk to him. My prayers go out to all his friends and family.
Meredith
July 12, 2004
I'm so sorry to hear of this loss. I didn't know Josh personally, but many of my friends did. I will keep your family in my prayers.
Meghan DiRobbio
July 12, 2004
Even though I go to WCHS, I didn't know Josh personally, but I do know a few people who were blessed to have him in their lives. He touched each and everyone of them with his heart of gold. May God, with Josh at his hand, watch over your family and friends.
Ashley Tincher-Dawkins
July 12, 2004
I am so sorry to hear about Josh. He was always a fine young man. You all will be kept in our thoughts and prayers. Matt, Ashley, and Riley
Laura Speray
July 12, 2004
I am so very sorry for your loss, may God be with you all during this difficult time.
Amanda Sparrow
July 12, 2004
Josh was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed. I graduated with Josh this year and will never forget how happy he was at graduation. I will keep your family in my prayers.
DEBRA RANKIN
July 12, 2004
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY I KNOW WHAT
YOU ARE GOING THROUGH I'VE BEEN
WHERE YOU ARE A FEW YEARS AGO.
I AM VERY SORRY JUST TRUST IN
GOD I WILL BE PRAYING FOR YOU
ALL.IF YOU NEED TO TALK I AM HERE.
QUINCY MOTHER...DEBRA
gary GILKISON
July 12, 2004
WE ARE VERY SORRY FOR THE LOST OF
JOSH.
GARY,GLORIA,GRETCHEN,
GENNA GILKISON
cheri slatten-metcalf
July 12, 2004
Josh was a shooting star .Sadly his flame didn't burn brightly for long,but for the time that it did it shined..Now he is shining down from heaven.He will be missed more than words can say.There will always be a hole in our hearts everytime we think of him.God Bless Josh his family and his friends. Cheri
Brenda McCurdy
July 12, 2004
To the Rice family
Neal called and told us about Josh. We are shocked and hurt for you. He was a great neighbor. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Brenda, Paul and Neal McCurdy
Diane & Steve McFadden
July 12, 2004
Mark, there are no words which will express our deep sympathy for you and your family at this difficult time. Josh was indeed a wonderful young man.
None of us can know what is God's plan but faith tells us Josh is in God's hands. Hope gives us comfort.
Please know you are in our prayers. Love, Steve and Diane
Tracy Bailey
July 12, 2004
For the Family of Josh Rice,
Our deepest sympathy and prayers be with you. Our son David Cox went to school with Josh and graduated with him in May. When I asked him if he knew Josh, he said "yeah, he's one of my friends. Why, did he call for me?" It hurt to tell him what happened. We lost Davids girlfriend Jenna Walling in an auto accident three months ago. It has been a long road of heartache. I will continue to pray for you and all who loved Josh. Hold tight to Gods loving hand. He will help you to plant your feet back on solid ground, and slowly begin to move forward. It will take time. I am so very sorry. The Bailey/Cox Family
Forrest Rutherford
July 12, 2004
I had the chance to meet Josh this past year, my first covering sports at WCHS. He was always so enthused about the Yankees, and we had a great time discussing them whenever I saw him. I was shocked and devastated to learn this morning that he had passed. My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Rice family in this time of grief. Josh was a great young man, and he will be missed.
Pam McKinney
July 12, 2004
Dear Rice Family, My two oldest children went to WCHS with Josh and thought a lot of him. He was a good person and a kind friend. We are all deeply saddened for you and this terrible loss. Faith in God can help but the hurt and sadness will go on. We will keep you in our prayers. The McKinney Family.
Bobby and Peggy Hardin
July 12, 2004
We are so sorry for your loss, words cannot express. You and your family are in our hearts and prayers. Always keep your Faith and Trust in God, He will bring you through your loss. Remember, " NEVER GIVE UP " Always Your Friend
Joe, Cindy, and Kat Gruen
July 12, 2004
Dear Rice family. We are friends and former neighbors of Terry and Libit Cassman and were saddened to hear about the loss of your Josh. There are no words that can express our heartfelt condolences to you. At a time like this, all we have to offer is our prayers. Sincerely Joe, Cindy and Kat Gruen, Franklin, TN
Donna Hunter/ Devers
July 12, 2004
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.We will never forget Josh and his wonderful smile that warmed all of our hearts. He will be truly missed.
Denise Boebinger
July 12, 2004
My deepest sympathies to all of your family. My God be with you during this difficult time.
Denise Boebinger
St. Lawrence
Jun Woo
July 12, 2004
Deepest sympathy regarding the loss of Josh. May the Lord be with him and your family.
Pamela Weber
July 12, 2004
Please know that our family have your family in our thoughts and prayes at this time.
Melvin & Pam Weber
BARRY SLATTEN
July 12, 2004
A GREAT YOUNG MAN WHO WILL BE MISSED BY HIS FAMILY AND EVERYONE WHO KNEW HIM.
Kandi Neal
July 12, 2004
Samantha & family,
I am very sorry to hear about your loss. You are in our thoughts and our prayers.
Maylee Abney
July 12, 2004
My deepest sympathy goes out to the Rice family.
You will be in my prayers.
Dcn. Jim Cox
July 12, 2004
Faith in God and His grace help us when nothing else does.
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