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Joshua Paul Betts

Joshua Betts Obituary

Joshua Paul Betts, 23 SCARBOROUGH -- Joshua Paul Betts, 23, of Scarborough, died unexpectedly, on March 7, 2009. He was born on June 13, 1985, in Houghton, Mich., the son of John E. and Donna M. (Parent) Betts. Josh was a 2004 honors graduate from Scarborough High School. He attended SMCC, graduating in 2008 with an Associates degree, was a nationally certified EMT and was furthering his education at USM. Josh enjoyed creating and listening to music and playing video games. He loved being in nature, camping, and hanging out with his friends as often as he could. Josh was a giving, loving person, a good listener and enjoyed talking about making life better for people. He had a special place in his heart for his pets, Ginger, Frank and Count Chocula. Josh is survived by his parents, John E. Betts of Dannemora, NY. and Donna M. Betts of Scarborough; his brother, Lucas J. Betts of Scarborough; a stepmother, Dianna Betts of Dannemora, N.Y.; a paternal grandmother, Shirley Betts of Queensbury, N.Y., two maternal grandparents, Lorne and Ancilla Parent of Cape Elizabeth; a paternal aunt and uncle, Susan and Peter Elia of Pittsford, N.Y., three maternal aunts and uncles, Lorna and Fletcher Missud of Wells, Jennifer and Eric Giguere of Westbrook, Douglas and Annette Parent of Westborough, Mass.; 10 cousins; his two best friends, Max Blumenthal and Corinne Bonica and many other friends. Visiting hours will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 12, 2009, at Conroy-Tully Crawford South Portland Chapel, 1024 Broadway, South Portland. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday at 10 a.m. at St. Maximilian Kolbe Church, 150 Black Point Rd., Scarborough. A reception will follow at St. Maximilian Kolbe reception hall. Online condolences may be expressed at www.ctcrawford.com. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Joshua's name to: The Scarborough Land Conservation Trust P.O. Box 1237 Scarborough, Maine 04070-1237 because he loved being in Sewell Woods or the Wilton Police Department P.O. Box 541 Wilton, Maine 04294 in gratitude for their professionalism and compassion for Josh's family. Joshua Paul Betts

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Published by Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram on Mar. 11, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Joshua Betts

27 Entries

Steve Hammerton

April 10, 2009

Johnny and the rest of the Betts family,
Iam truly sorry for your loss. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
The Hammerton Family

Mac MacArthur

March 20, 2009

Betts Family,
I was so saddened to hear of your loss. It was always fun when the Betts boys would join the Crew of the Marcus Hanna for a few days. You all remain in my thoughts and Prayers.

Deb Eaton

March 16, 2009

Donna,
So sorry to hear about Josh. Your friends and family are here. Lean on us when you need us.

Sari Bennett

March 16, 2009

To the Betts Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with all of you. May the days ahead be filled with the wonderful memories of Joshua.

Jon Henry

March 14, 2009

Josh, You were always so nice and a great guy to hang out with. Rest in Peace Friend.

Patrick McCann

March 14, 2009

Josh
You were always a great friend and we had so many good memories together. You were like an older brother to me. I will miss you

Meg Kodweis-Perinpanayagam

March 13, 2009

Betts Family,
It is hard to find the words to capture how very sorry we are for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your whole family.
God Bless,
Meghan and Hiran Perinpanayagam

Nichole Gomes

March 13, 2009

Betts Family,

May god be with all of you. Josh was I good person to be around and had a great smile. He was always happy when I saw him. I remember giving my little kitten to Max and Josh and when I heard the name they gave her (Count Chocula) I was not surprised! He was a unique character that will very well be missed. I pray everyday for all of you who knew him. I think about his bright contagious smile. I think about all the friends getting together and talking about whatever comes to mind. I miss that. May he rest in peace and we all will see him again.
Joshua P. Betts See you again.

Nichole G. and Niki P. (Gorham/S. Portland, Maine)

Ruth, Tom, Maggie and Tommy Smillie

March 13, 2009

Dear Donna, John and Luke,
I am so sorry for your terrible loss. Josh will always be that smiling face and good natured (and always early) young man who enjoyed some good laughs riding to school with a car full of silly girls. Always polite, always kind, so bright, a son to be proud of. What an overwhelming loss, our thoughts are with you and your family.

Carol & Dave Santora

March 12, 2009

Donna, We are so sorry for your loss - words cannot express how we feel for you. We pray you will find comfort in your sadness, hope, courage and strength in God, and comfort in the loving thoughts of your friends and family during this most difficult time.

Jess Conley

March 12, 2009

At Holy Cross School we always called him Josh the Magician... I will miss his smiling face. He could always make me laugh about something. I remember getting lunch with him once in High School and how nice it was to reconnect with him. He was always so caring and sweet. I will miss him very much.

Janet and Chris DeFilipp

March 11, 2009

Donna,
May God watch over you, give you strength and see you through this difficult time. You are forever in our hearts and prayers.

Tara Travis

March 11, 2009

Donna,

You are in my thoughts and prayers.
~Tara Travis

Dan, Vicki, Derek, Ryan & Haley McOsker

March 11, 2009

John, Donna & Luke,
Please accept our condolences on Josh's passing. We remember many a day/night when Josh came to our house during his high school years and there after. He was just like another family member to us. We will keep you all in our prays.

Liz Blackman

March 11, 2009

Dearest Donna, my thoughts and prayers are with you, my friend.

Roxanne Cyr

March 11, 2009

Donna and Luke,
Our heart felt sympathy to you both as well as to all your family. It's been many years that you and the family left St. Matthew's in Limerick, but of course, we remember you and the boys fondly.
with our deepest sympathy, Roxanne, Peter Cyr and boys, Clint and Perry

March 11, 2009

Dear John, Donna & Luke,
We're so sorry to hear of your loss. We'll keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. Marcus Hanna Family Forever.
Dana, Debbie & Emily Jewett

Raymond and Barbara Martin

March 11, 2009

Dear John, Donna and Luke,
Words can't express our sadness at your loss.
Sincere condolences and our love to you all,

Phillip Veek

March 11, 2009

John, Donna, and Luke

I am sorry for the loss of Joshua. My prayers are with you all. God Bless.

Susan & Christina Silvestri

March 11, 2009

John, Donna, and Family,

Please accept our heartfelt condolences for your loss. My late husband, Michael, was Josh's guitar teacher. Michael really enjoyed teaching Josh as he was so enthuiastic and talented. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Brenda (Fryer) Leto

March 11, 2009

Luke-

I'm very sorry you're having to go through this right now. You can take solace in the fact that you shared a relationship with Josh, as brothers, that no one else in your world can understand. That is a special thing, and it is yours to cherish. My thoughts are with you, and my angel is watching over all of you.

Lou Malarsie

March 11, 2009

Donna, John, & Luke,
Words can't capture the saddness I feel about Josh. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time...

Sue and Pete Elia

March 11, 2009

John, Luke and Donna,
It's difficult to find the words but know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. We love you and we are here for you always. It hurts to know that he is no longer with us but we are looking forward to celebrating his life with you tomorrow. We will post some pictures as we remember Josh. Love you.

Rob and Brenda Walper

March 11, 2009

John, Donna and Luke
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Hold tight to memories for comfort, lean on your friends and family for strength. Know that you are in our thoughts during this difficult time and always in our prayers. Shipmates once upon a time, Brothers Forever. God Bless.

Brenda (Fryer) Leto

March 11, 2009

John and Donna, Aunt Shirley, Sue and Pete-

We're all so sorry for your loss. Some things just blindside you and will never be understood. Know that you all had time, though far too short, to build great memories you'll always cherish that much more.

Though nothing anyone can say can possibly make this any better, please just know our thoughts are with you and the rest of your family in this terrible time.

Paul Newman

March 11, 2009

John, Donna and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. No words could possibly express the sadness that I feel for you all at this time. God Bless.

Your Shipmate, Your Friend, Your Brother.

Eric French

March 11, 2009

Josh we miss you. I only knew you for a few days at Day'sINN but you were a great guy. We're sad that you will not be coming back through those doors with that smile on your face.

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