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Josh McPherson Obituary

Josh McPherson Family and friends will gather to celebrate the life of Josh McPherson, 30, of Lubbock. Viewing will take place this evening, March 5, 2014, from 7-9 p.m. at Lake Ridge Chapel and Memorial Designers of Lubbock. Funeral Services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday, March 6, 2014, at Indiana Avenue Baptist Church with burial following at Peaceful Gardens Memorial Park. Our beloved Josh went to be with the Lord on March 3, 2014. Josh was born on May 2, 1983, in Carlsbad, New Mexico to Jim D. McPherson and Cyndi L. Trower. He attended school in Carlsbad and Lubbock, Texas. He excelled in Track and Field during his high school years. He met the love of his life, Diana Vestal, in 2002 and married her on July 15, 2006. Together they own and operate the Doodle Bug Square Daycare & Preschool Centers here in Lubbock. Josh loved cars, dogs, golfing, and being a daddy. He had a beautiful giving heart and was always the first to help people in need. Josh was a very humble person with a warm welcoming smile and gave great hugs and handshakes. His world revolved around his sweet wife and four precious children, in addition to his three English Bulldogs. Josh is survived by his wife, Diana, and four children: Cameron (13), Brooke (11), Gavin (6), and Halle (3); his father, Jim McPherson and wife Gina of Ruidoso, NM; his mother, Cyndi Trower and husband Larry of Ransom Canyon, TX; sister, Leah Arp and husband Josh of Lubbock, TX and nephew, Deacon; brother, Tommy McPherson and wife Melissa of Norman, OK; brother, Brandon Kirk of Ruidoso, NM; brothers-in-law, Jeremy Miller of Jacksonville, NC, and John Michael Vestal and Jordan Vestal of Lubbock; sister-in-law, Jamie Miller of Charleston, SC; parents-in-law, Johnny and Shelley Vestal of Lubbock, Peri and Bobby Keefner of Plainview, TX, and Danny and Doris Miller of Lubbock; grandparents, Carolyn and Jackie Vaughn of Lubbock, and Tommy and Betty Lawson of Carlsbad, NM; and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. To celebrate in Josh's life visit www.memorialdesigners.net to leave your memories and watch tribute.

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Published by Lubbock Avalanche-Journal on Mar. 5, 2014.

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Rodney & Carla Galloway

March 14, 2014

Jim & Cyndi,
We were so sad to hear about Josh's passing. We have lost contact with you guys over the years and did not get to see Josh grow up to be the family man he was. Rodney remembers when he was born. He took Cyndi flowers to the hospital and Cyndi told him it was not visiting hours and he may need to leave and he told Cyndi "I am family". We remember him as a child at the many bible studies we were all a part of. We will keep you in our prayers.

Sonya Schutt

March 7, 2014

Dearest Cyndi and Family,

I was heartbroken to see that Josh had passed away. I can still see him running around at 1st Assembly, cutest little guy! Please, please let me know if you need anything or I can be of any service to you during this time. You will be in my prayers.

Olga Rios

March 7, 2014

Diana & kids, I'm sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences to you & family during this difficult time. I'll be praying for you & your kiddos. (Javi's mom).

Shenea Grimes

March 6, 2014

Diana my heart is aching for you and those sweet babies. I pray God will bring peace to you all and surround you with love. My deepest condolences.

Josie Cruz

March 6, 2014

Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time

Tommy and Judy Lochridge

March 6, 2014

We send our deepest condolences to all of Josh's family. He will be missed by all of those who loved him, and by those of us who knew him only through the pride shown as his family spoke of him. May God hold you all in his arms during these coming days. We feel your sorrow, and are here when we are needed.

Porter and Jean Stiles

March 6, 2014

Diana and kids, We love you all so much and wish for you peace and the presence of Gods loving hand during this difficult time

Jolene/Alyssa Lozano

March 6, 2014

Diana I am at a loss for words. May the the lord guide you and your family on the path of healing this great loss.

Marc Dear

March 6, 2014

Diana Iam so sorry for your loss. I will be praying for your family.

Karla Mc Neill

March 6, 2014

I am so sorry for your shock, your loss, your grief. Praying for all of you. God will be there through every tear.

Melissa Kramer

March 5, 2014

Praying that God will bring comfort to your family during this trying time. We lover you so much Diana, and will continue to pray for you.
With our Deepest Sympothy,
Brain, Melissa, John, and Logan Kramer

March 5, 2014

Josie Santiago

March 5, 2014

May the Lord give strength to his family, and know that Josh will always be in there hearts.

Raeanne Ellis

March 5, 2014

I love you Diana & I am so sorry for your heartache ! May God wrap his arms around you and your beautiful children & family!! Josh will be missed by many .

Janet,Kalyssa,Tariq Clemons

March 5, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family in your time of grief. May the memories bring you all comfort. Love you Diana and kids, Gina & Jim, Leah, and Brandon! I miss your hugs Josh...R.I.P. my friend.

Monique Longoria

March 5, 2014

May God bless and give you and your family peace in such a difficult time. We will continue to pray for all of you. Josh will definitely be missed.

Sasha Downing

March 5, 2014

Thinking of your family during this difficult time. May God grant you peace and understanding. Just remember, He is always with you.

Charlotte Benavidez

March 5, 2014

Our sincere condolences, to they family. We have you in our hearts and prayers. May the lord lift you up in this time of need.
Kian King and Charlotte Benavidez

March 5, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers to the family. Josh was always soo kind to my daughter and treated her like family. He will be missed!...Sincerely-Divina & Elyzah

Debbie Rodriguez

March 5, 2014

Praying for all of Josh family. Loved to know Josh he always had a smile loved his family so much. Praying for you Diana and your family. Love Debbie

Laura Walker

March 5, 2014

We love you Josh. Praying that God continue to comfort and love your entire family.

Love,

Laura, Grant, Avery, and McKenna

Christi and Justin Rogers

March 5, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

RAQUEL FLOREZ

March 5, 2014

MY SINCERE CONDOLENCES,TO ALL THE FAMILIES,MY JOSHY WILL BE MISSED DEARLY. HE WAS A GOD SENT DARLING!!! LOVE N PRAYERS.... RAQUEL FLOREZ

Randy & Cheryl McLarty

March 5, 2014

Our sincerest sympathy during this difficult time. We pray that God's love and peace be with you and your children.

Shawna Hitchcock

March 5, 2014

May the wonderful memories you have of Josh quickly overcome the sorrow you now carry. His smile, his laughter, the love he had for his family...they are still there in your hearts.

Alice Martinez

March 5, 2014

You and your family are in my prayers.

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