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Joshua Oakes Obituary

OAKES, JOSHUA L. 35 of Sanford passed away at his home on June 9, 2009. He was born on April 20, 1974 in Montgomery County, Maryland and live here for 33 years. Joshua was a computer animator and was very gifted in computers and animation. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Osteen and he loved music, especially being a drummer and playing in
several bands. Joshua wrote music and made recordings of music. Survivors include his parents Ronald and Sharon Oakes, grandmother Grace Garrett and brother Jesse Oakes, all of Sanford. Visitation will be on Sun. 6/14 from 2-4pm at the Allen-Summerhill Funeral Home in Orange City. Funeral service will be Mon. 6/15 at 11am at Allen-Summerhill Memorial Chapel in Orange City with Pastor Billy Dye, Jr. officiating. Burial will follow at Hollywood Cemetery. Allen-Summerhill Funeral Home in Orange City is in charge of
arrangements.

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Published by Orlando Sentinel on Jun. 13, 2009.

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A friend

January 22, 2024

You changed my life for the better man, I will never forget you

Sharon Oakes

June 8, 2022

My son I remember you with love and sorrow now your father is with you someday I will too

maxine orozco

August 26, 2019

Hello.sweet man been a while I know . Your always on my mind it never ends your on my plans in my dreams and when I walk around . I have had a taking care of things past two years , surgeries couldn't drive for a while I really was miserable. I wished you were here and grandma too I hear birds singing , saw a butter fly I whispered I love you n hopes they delivered that message to you....miss you

maxine orozco

April 18, 2019

Dear Josh, I'm hoping to visit this weekend coming it is your Birthday day on the 20th . We all still miss your presents I know your not alone momma Grace is there with you. I have lots to say. So we will celebrate your life and be thankful to have had you while you were here making big times with your music, art talent recordings and animation. Love you always your maxie61

maxie orozco

June 10, 2018

Another year can pass as you still remain in our hearts in our music having a beer or glass of wine, recalling where we ate one your favorite places is The Olive Garden and watching you at work doing another animation or recordings. Walking together hand n hand you realized how short I am haha.when I hear the drum beats of your music our hearts beat for you. Miss you ....maxie61

maxine orozco

October 22, 2017

Dear beloved Josh of ours I can only hope that when another family member gone to heaven you will find them . Ms Grace your grandma has left us and I know is in heaven. I miss you always I will miss her so deeply .love you your maxie61

maxine Orozco

May 14, 2017

Hi Josh, its been a while lits happened its your 43rd bdau and now its mother's day you are missed I will be stopping by luv you always your maxie61

maxie orozco

August 15, 2016

Hi josh its been a while and you are truely always missed I am ill not sure if you know this already , so I will continue to keep the monument clean and full of fresh and neat with holiday flowers season florals and this helps me too love you always your maxie62

April 20, 2016

Hi Josh, it's your birthday today. I purchased the flowers that your father will put on your grave today. -Mom

Debbie Carl

April 14, 2016

A candle for Josh.
Thoughts and prayers to Sharon and Ronnie.

maxine orozco

June 8, 2015

Dear Josh this months is the hardest for me and I'm sure for most , I am remembering the conversations we had Saturday then your band practice on Sunday then we talked on Monday I was sick and you all were having pizza we made plans for the hardcore show here in Jax then they were coming to backbooth .I could never be tired being with you even when you let me pass out while your energy kept on going you let me sleep now I cover you with flowers and cards while you rest in peace...love you miss you...your maxie61

Sharon Oakes

April 20, 2015

Today is your birthday. It's been 6 years now. I still carry a hollow place where your presence should fill. Sorrow is such a deep well. My God keeps me with his hand so I do not drown when I dwell on memories of my dear son. Love you, Josh.

Maine orozco

April 16, 2015

Dear josh this is your birthday month your my Mr 41 wow miss you so much and I know your my guardian angel love always your maxie61

maxine orozco

January 2, 2015

Another years come 2015 we all miss you and continue celebrating you I play your music and watch your animations still . watch the great big moon like we used to wow...love you so my dearest Josh....dragonflie woodrunner61..

maxine orozco

June 11, 2014

the picture below is of our beloved and always in our hearts, you will always be remembered by your talented achievements of your outstanding work of animation, recording music, drumming and helping others as well. ..we are by you always joshua oakes aka circleA61...your maxie61

we will never forget our beloved CircleaA61.Joshua Oakes

maxine orozco

June 9, 2014

maxine orozco

June 1, 2014

Dear sweat heart. i miss you i love you still have been waiting hoping you would show up but you havent. I miss you so and will be out there another year or until we meet again. luv you always your maxie61. I will play your music loud and your favrite beer on my side cheers!

stepay nayar

April 16, 2014

I recall the art he made some safe for others some better off private however when I would see a new one up I'd stare and think this person ..now I can say guy I only knew him as circle... was talented

April 14, 2014

To my precious son, Joshua
It has been 5 years now. Your presence stays in the shadows
Next to me.
Sometimes the shadows cast over me, but I push back.
I can't walk there.
I must stay in the light where my life walks
With shadows.
-Mom

maxine orozco

March 16, 2014

hello sweet man of mine..its been a great month of march..our sunset sets nicely everytime i pass our favorite restaurant i shuckole and smile i miss you so much , I play your music loud .love you always your maxie

maxine orozco

January 5, 2014

It is another year love that we continue to miss you listening to your drums and seeing more of your art work of animation.we are having a very cold winter and it seems that it will last a bit longer. im glad your art work is still up for those to see and all your music that we all lisen to. love always your maxie61

maxine orozco

June 9, 2013

Recongition of Pioneer of the Arts


This month we get together and recall the good times we had and Honor one of our own, Josh Oakes, aka Circlea61, for his outstanding achievements and passion through out his life time. His passion and performance made him known throughout-


As family and friends recall his younger years as a talented drummer, music composer and studio recordings, he pioneered in the Arts. When computers became available to him, he taught himself computer animation; picture drawings came
to life. As he set his mind on a project he will spend endless time until it was right or as he imagined it to be. He taught himself to create facial expressions, hair and movements that had not been accomplished yet in the animation field. While still attending Seminole Community College, he was hired as an animator with a local company and went on to work in animation in Reno, Nevada and San Diego, California.


We remember him always still playing his drums for others, helping with recordings as well, and he pursuit in his career in animation that also was a great success.

love you always in our heart that ache to hear your voice..maxie61

maxine orozco

November 16, 2012

This time of year comes again to share wonderfull memories of wonderfull moments spent together..I recall when i spoke to you on June 8th, 2009 you were thanking me for some time spent when you held me tight and off my feet i went you holdng me aloowing to rest my head between your shoulder and under your chin...we smile..acting like little kids and just spent the night talkin about silly things to stuff we believe in....babe thank you..luv always (blue moon)your maxie forever!..goodnite

maxie orozco

April 16, 2012

Joshua, this month a few years ago I sent you for your birthday a ring it is exactly like the snar you last used from your drum set.I recall you calling and letting me know that it fits and the shirt too. this weekend will be with your folks to fly a kite at Daytona..luv you miss you.your maxie (blockie)

maxine orozco

February 14, 2012

Happy Valentine to my Human Kub miss you love you always..remembering your smile..I believe it was ear to ear..luv you..yours truely..ms.maxue

mike h.

August 7, 2011

20 years ago josh helped teach me to play bass, trying to show me how to keep time while we tried to put down tracks on the old reel to reel he had in the side room of his parents house. his parents would give us all drinks and sometimes pizza after practice. wouldn't trade that time or memories for anything, thanks for being a part of that josh. those who are gone from us live on in the memories of those who remember. -mike h.

maxine orozco

April 8, 2011

This month Of April we will put on our hats or doodle a cartoon character to honor you, this is your birthday month and shall remember all the best things that reminds us of you that remain in our hearts oh so ever so..Love you always your maxie..cheers babe

maxie orozco

April 22, 2010

In April you were born to Mr and Mrs Oakes..a child that will be loved and known for your talent,achievments, to see you through your life goals..You accomplished all you needed while on this earth...It is great knowing you your work and music lives on forever you are loved..-Ms.Maxie

Mom

August 26, 2009

Where did you go, my son, in your world of lost and found
and lost again
Why did you choose to go away
to your world of shadows
and places to hide
Away from those who walk in hollow places
without your presence
Away,
but you can’t
not without us
you leave us to grope and stumble
to feel and fumble
You leave us to cry why.

Erica C.

August 15, 2009

All of the Oakes,
It was wonderful to know Joshua for the time we had with him. It is wonderful to know we will see him again. You are always in my thoughts and prayers and tears(whether joyful or in sorrow). God Bless you all and remember Joshua is "Finally Home".

Larry Winschel

August 11, 2009

Ronnie,Sharon,Jesse

Sure gonna miss Josh and all the band practices on Pinecrest Dr. He was really a great kid. I remember having conversations with him when he was growing up and was amazed how smart he was for his age. He's in good hands now with the Lord and his new mission. Hope to see you all around the old neighborhood...Larry

maxie orozco

August 9, 2009

Joshua ...This day and always you are in the hearts of so many that you have known for your good friendship your animations music you wrote and having available many sites for all to view that had made you a succes you are Legend..you will be always loved forever
ms.maxie

monica allen

June 26, 2009

There are no words that I could say that could help or change the feelings that everyone is going through. A long time ago he and his brother were my neighbor. Then they moved but stayed in the neighborhood. It was sad to hear of this. My thoughts and prayers are with everyone.

Scott McFall

June 16, 2009

Rest in peace, brother. You will be truly missed.

Larry G.

June 15, 2009

I grew up with Josh.. I dont understand this at all really... I just seen him unexpectedly at the Business show downtown Orlando two weeks ago and expressed my surprise at seeing him there and told him to make sure he didnt leave without exchanging numbers....I am at a loss for words..
my heart goes out to all of his family which I knew some of them over the years...this sucks big time..

June 15, 2009

Ronnie, Sharon & Jesse,
Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you are very close in every thought and prayer. Chuck has many great memories of growing up with Josh & Jesse, he will cherish those forever.

We are here for you and please let us know what we can do for you.

Much Love,
Chuck & Melissa Appling

Pat Edge

June 14, 2009

Rest in peace, my friend!
It was a pleasure playing shows with you!

Much love and respect to your family,
Pat Edge

Jim Dunn

June 14, 2009

My deepest symphathy to Ron, Sharon and Jesse. May God's Grace see you through this difficult time. Your friend, Jim Dunn.

Crystal Scott

June 14, 2009

I'll forever be a fan...

Brian Winschel

June 13, 2009

My deepest condolences to you Ron and Sharon and Jesse.I'm really gonna miss Josh,i have'nt seen you guy's in awhile but i have alot of great memories from when we were kid's.My pray's are with you.

Roger Lamoureux

June 13, 2009

Well, what can I say?
You were my brother, even though we are not blood.
You were my friend and partner in music for so many years.
I miss you and I love you!
I will see you again in God's grace!

maxine orozco

June 13, 2009

Our deepest condolence's go out to Ronie and Sharon and family our prayers as well.we will grieve together and pull through these next couple days ahead.Joshua we love you you are missed
ms.Maxie,Macky and Rudy

Alaina Nagy

June 13, 2009

You will always be with us with the music you left behind and the good times we shared. I grieve with all who loved you.

Mike Winschel

June 13, 2009

My Deepest Condolence's To Ron & Sharon From Mike Winschel, (Larry's Brother)I Remember showing Josh a few tricks on his Drums & From there he took off as a Pro,He Will be very missed in my heart, And to All of You God Bless, Mike...........

Suzy Lamoureux

June 13, 2009

Peace be with you, my friend. You will be greatly missed.

maxine orozco

June 13, 2009

Babe..I love you always Thank you for the best three years and three weeks together.cheers
love you ms.max

Debbie Carl

June 13, 2009

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

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