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Joshua Stamm Obituary
Joshua Bryan Stamm, of Middletown, passed away on December 15, 2007 at Orange Regional Medical Center, Goshen after a courageous fight with health conditions associated with his disability - Ataxia Telangiectasia. He was 27.
The son of Dr. Mark and Judy Stamm of Goshen, he was born on November 10, 1980 in New Hyde Park, NY.
Joshua was a graduate of Goshen Central High School's Class of 1998, and he was enrolled at Orange County Community College for the winter 2008 semester. He was an Eagle Scout with Troop 63 in Goshen, as well as a member of the 105th Air National Guard's Young Champions. Josh was an avid skier, music fan and baseball player. He participated in countless wheelchair road races, including several Orange Classics and The Special Olympics at West Point.
Joshua is survived by his mother and father Mark and Judy Stamm of Goshen; his brother Matthew and fiancee Alison Schulman of Brooklyn; paternal grandmother Charlotte Stamm of Pompano Beach, FL; great-uncle and great-aunt Dr. Joe and Joan Birnbaum of Monroe; uncle and aunt Lynn and Sue Ozner of Merrick, NY; uncle and aunt Steve and Sue Stamm of Burlington, MA; and loving cousins. He was predeceased by his maternal grandparents Alfred and Edna Birnbaum and paternal grandfather Sydney Stamm.
Josh was adored and respected by all friends and family. His heart and spirit were an inspiration to all who had the honor of making his acquaintance. He will be missed dearly and remembered fondly.
Funeral ceremony will take place on Tuesday, December 18 at 11 a.m. at Temple Beth El, the Monroe Temple of Liberal Judaism, 314 North Main Street in Monroe. A private burial will follow. Shiva calls will be held on December 18, 19 and 20 at the family's home with Minyans at 8 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the scholarship fund set up in Joshua's name for the Goshen Central High School. Please send donations to: The Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan, 23 White Oak Drive, Chester, NY 10918.
Funeral arrangements by Smith,Seaman & Quackenbush, Inc. Funeral Home. ssqfuneralhome.com. 782-8185.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joshua Stamm
Brenda Haas
December 23, 2007
I hope that you are finding great comfort in all of Josh's accomplishments, especially, his gift of giving so much joy to those who were lucky enough to know him and you, his family.
Danielle Ojjeh
December 22, 2007
Dear Stamm Family:
We send you our deepest sympathy, and our thoughts and prayers are with you. I met Josh twice, camping with Steve and Sue and at Robin's wedding... he was always smiling and having a great time. May you memories and the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
vonPentz Family
December 18, 2007
Dear Stamm Family:
We send you our deepest sympathy, and our thoughts and prayers are with you. Josh was a wonderful person and will never be forgotten.
Joyce Aclin
December 18, 2007
Dear Stamm Family,
It was with great sorrow to hear from a friend today of the passing of Josh. I remember Josh when he and my son Justin were in school together in Goshen. With condolences and sympathy from the Aclins, Joyce, Jesse, Justin and Brooke.
Russ & Amanda Walters
December 18, 2007
Dear Stamm Family
Words cannot express how sorry we are for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you grieve. We hope you find comfort during this difficult time in the wonderful memories you have of Josh and in celebration of his life.
Karen and Mitch Walters
December 18, 2007
Dear
Stamm Family,
We are so sorry to learn of Josh's death. I had the great
pleasure of meeting him about 10 years ago and we have kept up with his many
accomplishments over the years through Rena. His strength, courage and perseverance
has and will continue to be an inspiration to all of us. We will keep you
in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely,
Bobby Walters
December 18, 2007
Stamms,
Our prayers have been with Josh for the last few weeks, and now with you. You are a wonderful family that welcomed every opportunity and encouraged every adventure for Josh. Josh's heart is as big as his family's. He will be in our thoughts forever. We love you.
-The Walters
Terry Wilson
December 18, 2007
To the Stamm family,
Josh will be remembered for his fighing spirit and his quality of being a good friend.
Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Kathleen Sileno, Capt,NYANG
December 18, 2007
Joshua will never be forgotton by the members of the 105th Airlift Wing for being a courageous and brave "airman" and true Young Champion. We will not forget!
Adam Garnett
December 18, 2007
Dear Mark, Judy and Matt,
It was with deep sadness that I learned of Josh's passing. What a courageous live he lived and what an inspiration he was to all of us. My thoughts and prayers go out to you guys
Wayne and Rena Walters
December 17, 2007
Mark, Judy, Matt, and Ali, You gave Josh the best of the best and he returned the favor.His spirit of adventure and love of life lovingly defined Josh.
Our deepest sympathy.
Love, Wayne and Rena
Douglas McGlynn
December 17, 2007
To The Stamm Family:
Please know that my heart and prayers are with you during this difficult time. My mother Sally McGlynn spoke so highly of Josh when I was little and I still remember that time. I only wish I had gotten to know him better later on. Thank you for your kindness Dr. Stamm and please know that I am thinking of you and praying for you continuously.
Mike and Cindy Loiterman
December 17, 2007
Our love and thoughts are with the Stamm family during this difficult time. Words cannot express the loss that is felt. Josh's perseverance and strength are an inspiration to all those who knew him. He will be greatly missed.
Tara Degan
December 17, 2007
Dear Dr. and Mrs. Stamm,
Josh was an inspiration to all who knew him. He had a lasting impact on the lives he touched. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tara Mulhare Degan
Donna Ponessa
December 17, 2007
Our world as we know it will be a more barren place without Josh. We would all do well to learn from his determination, perseverance and zest for life despite some pretty overwhelming odds. While small in body, he had more grit and spirit than men quadruple his size. His passing further proves that God only takes the best.
Katie McBride
December 17, 2007
I was saddened to hear from my father of Josh's passing. It seems like just yesterday we were both in kindergarten together and laughing and having a good old time at the age of 5. Josh really was a true inspiration to everyone and his smile could light up a room. I will truly miss him and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers through the holiday season and the years to come. I am so sorry and I know that Josh will be watching us all from above and keeping us all in line.
Fred Spilka
December 17, 2007
Dear Judy and Mark,
It was with profound sadness that I read of the passing of Josh. I know that words are insufficient at a time like this but please know that the Stamm Family is in my prayers.
Karen VanHouten, Executive Director
December 17, 2007
To the Stamm family,
You have our deepest sympathy at this very difficult time. Death always leaves an emptiness and brings solemn reflection on the meaning of life and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The board and staff of The Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan
Monette & Harold
December 17, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May there be no more sadness in the coming year and may you find comfort in your memories.
Gary Grossman
December 17, 2007
I'm so saddened by Josh's passing. He was a great great spirit. The short time's I spent with him, he was so filled with life... he so loved life. I will always remember that laugh as he raced around the go-kart track. I've never seem anyone so excited. He seemed to view his disability as a minor setback, as if to say 'it was nothing'. i know he knew it wasn't nothing, but he faced that obstacle and many others and I never did see him down on it or himself. He fought to the end,
I know nothing I say will diminish the sorrow Mark, judy, Matt and the family feel at Josh's passing, but I also know that because of the so brief time we all had with Josh all our lives are better for it.
I will celebrate his life today and everyday.
December 17, 2007
Joshua, lost his valiant fight to live, but his big, beautiful smile and wonderful personality will be remembered by those who knew him well or just met him once. Though his life was short, he touched so many lives and he lived his life courageously. No one will ever forget Joshua. Judy, Mark and Matt, I hope you get comfort from both your memories and the fact that you gave Joshua a wonderful life.
Sincerely, Marcia and Al Falvey
Simone Farran
December 17, 2007
Mr. & Mrs. Stamm,
Even though you don't know who I am, I give you my deepest sympathy for the loss of your son.
Stacey and Steve Konradt
December 17, 2007
Our deepest sympathies go out to the Stamm family. You are in our thoughts. We love and will miss Josh.
Sue & Steve Stamm
December 17, 2007
We are so very sorry about the loss of wonderful Joshua. Words can not express how we feel. We hope that we were able to provide a little comfort and ease some of your burden during this sad time. Josh knew how much he was loved by you and and he couldn't have picked a better family. Love, Sue & Steve
Rose Force
December 17, 2007
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
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