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Joshua Perini Obituary
Perini, 32
GARDNER - Joshua S. "Josh" Perini, 32, of Gardner, died unexpectedly in his home on Thursday, March 17, 2016. Born in Gardner on January 18, 1984, he was the son of Tina M. (Cormier) of Athol and Robert Perini, Jr.
Josh graduated from Montachusett Regional Vocational High School of Fitchburg with the Class of 2002. He earned his Associates Degree in Criminal Justice from Mount Wachusett Community College of Gardner in 2005. He later attended the Massachusetts State Police Academy and in 2014 achieved his life-long dream of becoming a Massachusetts State Trooper.
At the time of his death, he was a MA State Trooper out of the Shelburne Falls Barracks. He was previously employed as a Police Officer for Becker College of Worcester.
Josh lived life to the fullest. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed fishing, hiking, mountain biking and canoeing. He loved spending time with his best friend Sam Troche, sharing the outdoor activities they both loved. He enjoyed spending time with his Pepere working on his car. In Josh's spare time he enjoyed taking long drives and antiquing. He spent many vacations in Bethel, Maine, where he proposed to his wife Stacy. Josh loved American History and shopping online, a master of E-Bay. He was an animal lover, and he and his wife Stacy loved their cats and many rats. Josh treasured spending time with his wife whom he loved dearly and had spent the past 12 years of his life with.
Besides his mother, Josh leaves his soulmate and wife of five years, Stacy A. (Beaulieu) Perini of Gardner; his maternal grandmother, Yvonne Cormier of Gardner; paternal grandparents, Robert L. Perini Sr. and Rosemarie (Leger) Perini of Gardner; two brothers, Jason R. Perini of Gardner and Jeff D. Perini and his significant other, Jessica Tervo of Winchendon; five aunts, Judy LeBlanc, Sue Moore, Nancy Begin, Cathy Cormier and Frances Perini; three uncles, Steven Perini, Kevin Perini and Tim Perini; nieces and nephews, Hannah Lagrassa-Perini, Nathan Marango, Mariah Transue and Kendall Transue.
Funeral Services will be held Friday, March 25th from the Boucher Funeral Home, Inc., 110 Nichols Street, Gardner with a Service at 10:00 a.m. in Annunciation Parish/Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Church, 135 Nichols Street, Gardner. Burial will be in Notre Dame Cemetery, Gardner.
Calling hours will be held Thursday, March 24th from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to SPAM Benevolent Fund, 11 Beacon Street, Suite 700, Boston, MA 02108.
www.boucherfuneral.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Joshua Perini
Sponsored by His Loving Wife .
March 17, 2019
Not a day goes by that you aren't there in my head and in my heart. I don't know how it is possible that three years have passed and nothing feels any different, any better. I love you brother. I miss you so much.
Noellen
March 15, 2019
It feels like yesterday that you and I would talk about random life things...No judging, just the truth and a way to vent. But of course, we had to make fun of each other too! I miss those days. I miss your calls that I never answered and the random texts to check in on me. I miss my friend and I wish I answered that phone each time you called. Rock the heavens and be at peace. We will all be there someday.
Love you ... always
Stacy Perini
April 21, 2016
I reopened Joshua's Guest Book as a way for everyone to continue to celebrate the amazing man Joshua was. I hope family and friends use this as away to continue to remember and love Joshua. Let's continue to celebrate his life by remembering the wonderful ways he impacted our lives. Thank you!
Perini Stacy
April 21, 2016
Mike Kleiner
March 25, 2016
My condolences to the Perini family.
You will be missed.
RIP Josh.
Shannon Barnes
March 24, 2016
I graduated with Josh from MWCC's CJ program and he always had us laughing in class. I was shocked to see his obituary at such a young age but I am glad that he had achieved his dream. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Mark R
March 24, 2016
My condolences to the Perini family during this difficult time, and to my brothers Jeff and Jason whom I grew up with during my childhood years on West st. Trooper Perini is now 10-42, may you rest in peace brother.
David Caswell
March 23, 2016
Very sorry for your loss.
March 23, 2016
Josh,
You will surely be missed by the entire Becker College Police family. Thank you for your outstanding and dedicated eight year's of service to the Becker Community and our department. You brought the best out in all of us as a team player that always looked out for your brothers in sisters both personally and professionally. Rest In Peace my friend, you are in our thoughts and prayers and will always have a place in our hearts.
Chief David J. Bousquet
March 22, 2016
JOSH, REST IN PEACE AND MAY GOD BLESS, MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU, AND MY CONDOLENCES TO THE PERINI FAMILY AND FREINDS, GODSPEED.
ROBERT BRUCE WORCESTER,MASSACHUSETTS
Noellen Bousquet
March 22, 2016
Rest easy my friend...you will be missed more then you know
Noellen Bousquet
March 22, 2016
Rest easy my friend....you will be missed more then you know
B Ibrahim
March 22, 2016
R.I.P. Friend!!
March 22, 2016
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Barry Gallant
March 22, 2016
"R.I.P. Josh"
'My Heartfelt Condolences To The Perini Family'
MSP Ret. Barry Gallant
Richard Menard
March 22, 2016
Josh was a true blessing and a moment of grace that this world received. He lived more in each day than many will in a lifetime. I can not tell you how much we all benefitted from the gift of his friendship. The untimely passing of such a great man only further displays that God greatly desires to share his love with the best of us for eternity. We do not know the length or the time, but we look forward to walking with you again friend!
Brian den Ottelnader
March 22, 2016
R.I.P.
karen ware
March 22, 2016
To the Perini Family, We are shocked and saddened to learn of the passing of Josh. May time ease your pain and fill your hearts with happy memories.
Retired Sgt and Mrs. Christopher Ware, SP Shelburne
Bob Bousquet
March 22, 2016
R.I.P. Josh
A thankful Citizen
March 22, 2016
Thank you so much for your service, Trooper Perini. To his family and loved ones, so very sorry for your loss. I wish you strength and healing.
Christine MacKenzie
March 22, 2016
To all of the Perini families:
Condolences to you in the loss of Joshua....may he rest in peace....Thank you Joshua for your service in trying to help others be safe...
Nancy (Landry) D'Agostino
March 21, 2016
My deepest sympathy in the loss of Joshua, so young but now in the loving arms of Jesus. He will love him like you do and even more.
Rose Marie, I feel so sad for you and Bob also with the loss of your grandson, please know that all of you will be in my prayers as you go thru this difficult time in your life.
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