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BORN
1951
DIED
2013
Joshua Brands Obituary
He was preceded in death by his mother and stepfather, Ruth Brands McLuskey and Peter McLuskey; and his father, Arthur J. Brands.
Survivors include his sisters, Kathryn Finnegan, and her husband, Thomas, of Washington, N.J., Christine Ferdinand, and her husband, William, of Morris Township, N.J.; two nieces, three nephews; two great-nephews and a great-niece.
Burial will be in New Jersey beside his beloved mother.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to his sister's nonprofit foundation, The Operation Bling Foundation, 6 South St., New Providence, NJ 07974 or www.operationbling.org.
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William Dreier
June 26, 2024
Rest in Peace Joshua (Chip) Brands. My heart goes out to your sisters Kathryn, Christine and the entire family in general. My thoughts and prayers are with each and everyone of you. God Bless!!!
Dianne Aprile
November 13, 2013
Josh was talented, witty and kind. Working with him on the history of the Abbey of Gethsemani was a joy. I'm so glad I was able to spend time with him this summer on a visit to Nelson County. May he rest in beauty and peace.
J. Wilson
November 13, 2013
Our loved ones who have died leave an indelible imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love. Please accept my sincere sympathy.
November 11, 2013
A good person.
Drew Niesiobedzki
Julie Breeding
November 10, 2013
Josh was one of the most talented people I've ever known, and also one of the kindest. His life as I understood him was sometimes one of upheaval and physical challenges, so unkind for a soul so sweet to endure. I miss him terribly. His good humor and the joy he found in beauty will be with me always. Goodbye, dear friend.
November 9, 2013
Know that prayers will be offered for the repose of Chip's soul. We also express our sympathy to his family. Chip was a good man who now rests in the arms of his Lord. John Poland (SMC '73)
Christine Ferdinand
November 9, 2013
Chip was my brother and my best friend. My family and I are forever grateful for all of his friends in Bardstown who helped us out this past week in miraculous ways.
Ron Sorg
November 8, 2013
Chip was a great friend and classmate at Saint Mary's College. I was so happy to reconnect with him a few years ago after so many years. A truly remarkable man. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Phyllis Mattingly
November 7, 2013
Josh had done such a splendid job on the old records in the basement of the courthouse.
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