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Joshua Massey Obituary

MASSEY Joshua Massey, age 25, passed away on June 03, 2007 at his residence after cancer provided the passage home. He was a resident of Mandeville, LA. Joshua is survived by his wife, Kristin Massey; children, Kaela Massey and Jonah Brown; mother, Nancy Massey; brother, Jacob Massey and wife Melinda; grandmother, Bonnie Massey; along with a host of loving Aunts, Uncles, cousins, and family. Joshua was preceded in death by his father, Larry Massey, and grandparents, Spencer and Frances Dukes and Edwin Massey. Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, June 07, 2007 at 10AM at Hixson Funeral Home Chapel in DeRidder. Cemetery: Beauregard Cemetery in DeRidder. Visitation on Wednesday, June 06, 2007 from 12 until 8PM at Hixson Funeral Home in DeRidder and Thursday, June 07, 2007 from 8AM until time of service. The family has requested in lieu of flowers, donations be made to his childrens' college funds set up at Chase Bank.

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Published by The Times-Picayune on Jun. 6, 2007.

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Nicole Farris

June 20, 2007

Though I didn't know Joshua well, I do know that his spirit will live on forever through his family and friends. Josh's children will know that they were and are loved deeply by Josh. We will not have to worry about his children because they have a guardian angel who will always be there for them.

June 19, 2007

when i ate reese's peanut butter cups, josh would eat the chocolate and i'd eat the peanut butter--okay, that only happened once, but now i have to find someone else to do that so i don't waste good chocolate.

Benny Bruce

June 19, 2007

Josh was a man with many talents, a lot of passion, and he possessed a positive spirit that was contagious. My heart is with his wonderful family, whom I know will carry that spirit forward.

Kevin & Lisa Brown

June 18, 2007

Joshua was a great person! A loving father and husband. He is home now. The Lord replied, "My precious, precious child, I love you and I would never leave you. During your times of trial and suffering, when you see only one set of footprints, it was then that I carried you." The Lord carried him all right, so that he could watch over his family.

Kristin Massey

June 18, 2007

My Joshua. I miss him more than I could ever say, but I know he is still with me. When we were married the Justice of the Peace told us that God would now join us as one and I am here, so he is too. I will tell his story and I ask others to also so that Jonah and Kaela will know him too. I love my husband. He knows me like no other, loves me unconditionally, and teaches me daily how to be the person I want to be. He is my honeypie. And even if I can't hear him or see him right now he lets me know he is right here with me always. :)

Victoria Gruntz

June 11, 2007

Josh was a person with amazing courage. I worked with him at Local Matters. It was hard to believe he had a serious illness. He never showed any Rage,only admirable kindness and strength. His presence here is greatly missed.

Katie Brown

June 7, 2007

More than a brother, more than a husband, more than a father, he was one of the best human beings i have ever known. I will miss him more than words can ever say, but take comfort in knowing he made it home. I love you lil brother

Sean

June 7, 2007

My sincerest condolences. You and your family will be in my thoughts.

Jeffery Zeringue

June 6, 2007

You and your family will always be in our thoughts and prayers. Your friends in Rad Onc.

Terri Greff

June 6, 2007

The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.

Rich Reinhard

June 6, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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