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Joshua Mitchell Widick

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Hummel Funeral Home & Crematories - Copley

3475 Copley Road

Copley, Ohio

Joshua Widick Obituary

Joshua Mitchell

Widick

Joshua Mitchell Widick, 30, died April 11, 2005 in New York City.

He was born Septem ber 10, 1974 in Akron, Ohio. He grew up in Broadview Heights, Ohio, gradu ating from Brecksville High School in 1993. He graduated Summa Cum Laude from Case Western University in 1997 where he was a member of Sigma Nu Fraternity. As a Phi Beta Kappa, he was accepted to the Case Western University Law School but chose to move to New York City to pursue his dream of acting and dancing in the Big Apple. Josh was a well known choreographer and dance teacher with Broadway Dance Center and will be memorialized later this month with a studio carrying his name. Josh was also the personal assistant for prominent NYC Psychiatrist, Dr. Ethel Person, M.D. Josh was an avid skier with annual trips to Colorado with his family and friends. He loved the solitude of the beach in Naples, Florida while visiting his parents.

He is survived by his mother and father, Janice and Michael Widick; and his brother, Shane Koltnow; grandmother, Bernice Stolberg; and uncles, Ted Stolberg, Eric Stolberg and Carl Tuss; aunts, Kathy Stolberg Tuss, Chris Stolberg Zitek, Lau ra Stolberg and Missy Stolberg; and cousins, Lindsay Stolberg, Jeremy Tuss, Bronwyn (Mark) Tuss Henry, Aaron (Amy) Stolberg, Meg and Tucker Stolberg.

A memorial service will be held on Monday, April 18, 2005 at Hummel Funeral Homes COPLEY, 3475 Copley Rd., Copley, OH 44321 at 1:00 p.m., with Rev. Kenneth Chalk er officiating. Inurnment will be at the East Akron Cemetery. Friends may call on Sunday April 17 at the Hummel Funeral Home, Copley, from 2 to 6 p.m. A memorial service will be held at Broadway Dance Center, NYC on Wednesday, April 20, 2005 at 6 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation, 3333 Clark Road, Suite 160, Sarasota, Florida 34231.

(330-666-1138.)

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Published by Akron Beacon Journal from Apr. 15 to Apr. 17, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Joshua Widick

27 Entries

Melissa Barnett (Samolis)

April 26, 2005

I was speechless when I got the call about Josh. It was next to impossible to imagine anything bad or sad could ever be connected to Josh for he lit up a room. In high school, Josh was always one of a kind. He never stopped making us laugh and his laugh was contagious. I am deeply sorry for the loss of one of God's joyful creations. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Melissa

Tricia (Friberg) Gerak

April 25, 2005

Jan,

I remember Josh as a little boy when you coached Honeybees so many years ago. I have had you in my thoughts and prayers, and pray that you find peace in your days. God Bless

Joshua Whelan

April 23, 2005

I am truly sorry to hear of the loss of your son.

Sharon Deucher

April 21, 2005

Dear Widick Family,

I do not know you or your son, but was so moved by all of his accomplishments in the short time he was with us. I'm a mother of a 30 year old son also. I can't imagine the immense grief you have endured with the death of your son. Please know that you are in my prayers and I hope that the happy memories spent with your "Josh" will help sustain you through this difficult time.

Sincerely,

Sharon Deucher

Kim Dzurinda

April 20, 2005

Jan and Mike,

Hi, it's Kim again. I want you to know that I'm thinking of Josh all of the time and I miss him very much. I keep thinking of all of the things that we used to do. He made me laugh ALL of the time, and his memory will never die.

Love,

Kim

Teri Morante

April 18, 2005

Mike and Jan, I know words are of little comfort right now, but please know Mark and I have you in our thoughts and prayers. I hope you find comfort in your family and friends and the many memories that will stay with you forever.

Rex Mack

April 18, 2005

I was deeply sorry to learn of Josh's death. Please know my thoughts are with you.

doug ross

April 18, 2005

mike and jan

many prayers for you and your family.god bless you both

doug ross (former westfield life agent)

Teresa Wells

April 18, 2005

I was fortunate to spend my school years growing up with Josh. Homeroom usually started with us laughing about something silly. Josh had a contagious smile, a warm heart and wonderful sense of humor. He was brilliant and talented. I'm so very sorry for your loss and hope that you find peace and comfort in his fond memories and the love and support of many friends.

Dawn Tennant

April 18, 2005

I can't find the words...My thoughts are with both of you. I will cherish my memories of your son.

Dane and Teri Albright

April 18, 2005

Mike and Jan,

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. May God comfort you and give you peace during this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dane and Teri

April Wunderle

April 17, 2005

Mr. and Mrs. Widick,

I hadn't seen Josh in years, but will never ever forget him. My entire family remembers him fondly from our swimming days. Josh had a laugh that was one of a kind! Please know that my sisters and my parents and I all send our love and sympathy to you at this time. God Bless!

Tracy (Petrucz)Luke

April 16, 2005

Dear Jan and Mike,

I am so sorry for your tremendous loss. You are in our hearts and in our prayers.

Kathy Hodgkinson

April 16, 2005

Mike & Jan

So sorry to hear of your loss. I only remember Josh as a small boy, when we were all alot younger. It sounds like he made his mark in life and was a wonderful young man. Your in my thoughts and prayers. Love Skinny

Trina Miller-Morrison

April 16, 2005

Jan and Mike,

I'm so sorry for your loss. Josh was an amazing friend and a wonderful and talented man. I am blessed to have known him.

My prayers and thoughts are with you.

David Kremling

April 16, 2005

Although I had never had the pleasure of knowing Josh, his brother and close friend of mine; Shane Koltnow, spoke highly of him. My family and I share our deepest sympathy for your loss.

Amber Chase Tennant

April 16, 2005

I was a classmate of Josh's and had the pleasure of performing with, and learning from him. He is a true talent that will be missed.

Steven Flaughers

April 16, 2005

My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Sigma Nu Brother

Kent State University 04'

Sheelah Glovna

April 16, 2005

Dear Jan, I can still see "little Josh" riding his bike - in all kinds of weather - up and down Ridge Park Drive. We will keep you and your family in our prayers. The Glovna Family

Steve and Ardie Ehardt

April 16, 2005

Mike and Jan

We are so sorry for your loss. Josh's accomplishments were many for his young age. You can be very proud. Your in our thoughts and prayers.

Dean Effinger

April 15, 2005

I am so sorry for your loss. I wish a had the pleasure of meeting Joshua.

Deepest Sympathies

Kim Korzinski

April 15, 2005

Mike,

I am so very sorry to hear about your loss. Please except my deepest sympathy.

Kim Korzinski

April 15, 2005

Mike,

We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Please except our sympathy.

Kim Korzinski, Grace Bechtel and Sue Neary

Grace Bechtel

April 15, 2005

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Jane Vignovic

April 15, 2005

Please know I have been thinking of you this week. You should be so proud...I have heard so many people say such wonderful things about Josh. I hope some of the beautiful stories and memories help ease the pain of this tragedy.

Virginia Ell

April 15, 2005

Josh was a great person and an amazing dancer and choreographer. His death is very sad and he will be very missed. He taught dance to my daughter Amanda and she loved him very much. We will miss you Josh.

Steve Danals

April 15, 2005

Dear Jan and Mike,

We are deeply saddend by your loss. Please allow God to put his loving arms around you during this troubling time and know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Love,

Debi and Steve

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