Joshua Patrick Larkin

Joshua Patrick Larkin

Joshua Larkin Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 10, 2012.
Larkin, Joshua Patrick NOTE CHANGE OF DATE & LOCATION (b. July 21, 1990, Mpls, MN) went home to be with Jesus on April 4, 2012. Josh attended Chapel Hill Academy, Southwest Christian High School, and Taylor University. Preceded in death by grandparents, John and Shirley Larkin; grandfather, Bob Richter; and Uncle, Bob Richter. Left behind to celebrate his life are parents, Tim and Heidi Larkin; siblings Molly (and Taylor Wilde), Ellen, Luke, and Claire; grandmother Jean Richter, and a host of extended family and friends. Service to be held at Grace Church, 9301 Eden Prairie Rd., Eden Prairie at 1 pm Sat., April 14, 2012, with a greeting time at 12 noon. In lieu of flowers, please consider donation to the "Josh Larkin Scholarship" fund. Jesus is Victor!

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April 4, 2025

Dave and Joyce Magness posted to the memorial.

April 4, 2024

Joyce Magness posted to the memorial.

April 4, 2023

The Magness’ posted to the memorial.

Dave and Joyce Magness

April 4, 2025

Dave and I have been talking and remembering your dear son today. Thanks for sharing this gift with the world.

Joyce Magness

April 4, 2024

Adam came home from his new school and told me about his new friend with so much joy!

The Magness’

April 4, 2023

We do celebrate the gift of knowing your dear, funny, and thoughtful son. Our memories are sweet spots in our day

April 4, 2020

A bright light in our lives

Lori & Scott Abblett

April 18, 2012

So sorry to hear about Josh. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family.

Leah

April 13, 2012

Praising Jesus that he is the resurrection and the life...
...and mourning with you that we must wait for that reality.

cheryl geisbauer

April 13, 2012

Tim and family, please know that you are in our prayers. Our hearts and prayers go out to in this very sad time. We lift up your family at this time of suffering. Know that the Lord is with you, and may His love embrace you always. Prayers to your family thru Prayer Works. The Geisbauer Family. (Cheryl Huber)

Wilde Family

April 12, 2012

To the Lakin Family...know that your new extended family in Colorado is with you in these times and into eternity! We were there via the internet on Tuesday and we will be there in spirit on Saturday. Know that you are greatly loved!

L. Family

April 11, 2012

Your family is on our minds and in our hearts. We are so sorry for your pain and heart ache and we will continue to pray for peace, support, and understanding for each and every one of you.

April 11, 2012

Larkin Family - Know our hearts mourn with you for the loss of Josh. You have all been our families thoughts and prayers and will continue to be.

The Magness Family (Chaska, MN)

Colleen Gardner and Family

April 11, 2012

Heidi and family- We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Tim and Dorothy Nelson

April 11, 2012

Dear Larkin Family - as the parents of two Taylor grads and one current student, we grieve with you for your loss. We also want to thank you for your testimony and wonderful display of God's love and grace during the Memorial service last night.

Thank you for all you said last night. I am grateful that my son was able to be in the audience last night and hear your words. I pray that through the tragedy of Josh's death, our Lord's name will be honored and many many lives will be impacted for Him.

Thank you, you will remain in our prayers.

April 11, 2012

Tim, Heidi, Molly and Taylor, Ellen, Luke and Claire, I know God has wrapped His arms around all of you as you endure this tragic event...losing Josh! Know that the Burkett family has you in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. Love and peace to all of you.

Bev and Family

Lori Hanus-Larson

April 10, 2012

Heidi, Tim, Jean & family,
Our deepest sympathy to you. May God's unending love wrap around you as you mourn the loss of your beloved son/grandson and may this love give you strength until you are together once again.
Hanus Family

Jody & Jeremiah Laughlin

April 10, 2012

Dearest Larkin Family, Our Heart and prayers are being lifted up to our Heavenly Father for your comfort, peace & Love to surround you as you go through the grieving process. My family remembers Josh always being with us at Sonshine Christian Music Festival in Willmar. Sharing meals, tents, his infectious smiles, love for people and worshiping our Risen Lord and Savior! He was the most genuine, happiest, caring & loving person we have ever met!!! We will miss him tremendously!!!

Brenda Reishus

April 10, 2012

We will be holding your family up in prayer as you mourn the loss of Joshua. In Christ's love, Maple Grove Lutheran Church

Sue Akins

April 10, 2012

Heidi and family - So sorry to hear of the loss of your son Josh. My heart goes out to you. My prayers are with you.

Darlene Moldenhauer

April 10, 2012

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers at this time of loss. So sorry to hear the news about Josh. May the Lord give you peace and strength. Blessings to you!

Julie Worrall

April 10, 2012

Josh - I will always charish the times we shared on the metrodome plaza. Your friendly smile, your warm demeanor and your awesome personality. Our Lord felt it was time for you to come home and be with him. We all will see you again when we join you in the glorious place our Father has set aside for us. - you will truly be missed - may you rest in peace.

Celeste Whittemore

April 10, 2012

Greg and I are praying for your family at this time of loss. Jesus is the victor! How wonderful and comforting it must be to know that he's with the Savior.

April 10, 2012

sorry for your loss

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