"I just found out about these tragic news last weekend, after I had been trying to get in touch with him during the past few months. My heart is aching for your loss and I wanted to send my deepest condolences to the Washburn family. Josh and I were friends from his first summer in Montana and we had the best time together. He had such a unique and funny personality, I haven?t found anyone like him since. I will forever cherish the time we spent together and the way he made me feel. Josh, thunder buddy, you will be truly missed. You have a special place in my heart which will always be yours ??"
In loving memory of
Joshua Jay Washburn
May 28, 1985 - July 1, 2020
Joshua Jay Washburn of Buda, Texas died unexpectedly on July 1, 2020 at the age of 35. Josh was born May 28, 1985 to James Jay and Gloria Jean Washburn in Austin, Texas.
Growing up in Buda, Josh played in youth soccer league and was a highly adventurous young man. He graduated from Hays Academy in 2003 and Austin Community College Culinary Arts Program in 2009. He loved spending time with his grandparents, Homer and Violet Warren in Deer Park, Texas and Sherman and Marthell Washburn of Junction City, Kansas.
Josh blended his culinary skills with his passion for nature by working two summers in Glacier National Park in Montana in 2012-2013. He worked in a lodge restaurant and spent his off hours hiking, climbing and exploring the mountains with friends he made from around the world. Josh worked in many roles in the catering and restaurant industry in the Austin area. Josh cooked with creativity and excellence as a profession, and as an act of love for family and friends. Josh delighted in spending time with his nieces and nephews. His fun-loving personality and playfulness brought joy to all who loved him.
He leaves behind many friends and a large extended family. In addition to his parents, Jim and Gloria Washburn, Josh is survived by siblings Rachel Seitzer and her husband Matthew, Rebecca Washburn, Jake Washburn and his wife Tammy, and Joy Cannon and her husband Brett. He is also survived by nieces and nephews Allison and Zachary Seitzer, Philip Bunton and Lucy and Eleanor Washburn.
Tributes
"I have sweet memories of Josh from 4th grade at Dahlstrom back in \'94/95. To Josh\'s dear parents and to Joy, I am so sorry for your loss. God knows all about this and reminds us, \"fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.\" I know that your hope is in God, and that \"we have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure\"."
"Jim and Gloria, We are so sorry for the loss of your son. May God be with you in the coming days and give you peace and comfort. God bless your family at this very difficult time. Barbara and Thomas Doebner"
"Wrapping you in love Washburn family. Josh was such a bright light in my life. No matter the time or space between us, when our paths crossed it was always like we had spoken only yesterday. Never missed a beat. I love Josh deeply and he will forever hold a very special place in my heart and soul. My very deepest condolences to you all. "
"I have no words for this terrible tragedy. I wanted you to know how sorry I am, Mr. and Mrs. Washburn, Jake, Joy, Rachel, and Rebecca. I love Josh so much and I am just so very sorry for your loss. "
"I wish i had the words. Your family is a blessing. You are part of who I am today. Thank you. May the Spirit comfort you."
"Our deepest condolences for you all. It is hard to think of any words right now. Tears are all we have and want to come hug you all. Sorry we aren?t able join you at the memorial or funeral. We will be thinking of and praying for you as they go on. We will see if we can see the live feed. Love for all??"
"To the entire Washburn Family please accept my deepest condolences. Josh- I worked with your sister Joy and she always spoke lovingly of you. How much of a good chef you were and all the cool places you?d visited. She always looked up to you. Sleep easy my dear brother friend. "
"My condolences Thessalonians 4:16-18 NKJV For the Lord Himself will descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of an archangel, and with the trumpet of God. And the dead in Christ will rise first. Then we who are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. And thus we shall always be with the Lord. Therefore comfort one another with these words."
"Words fail me as I attempt to say how sad I am at hearing of Josh\'s passing. May you feel God\'s presence with you as prayers are lifted up for those left behind to cherish the memories of a great guy. Peace be with you all."
"Agee years ago Josh cane to visit me in Portland, Oregon. We went to Multnomah Falls... it?s super steep and not an easy climb when you?re out of shape (which I was) I wanted to quit and Josh was like, ?You can do it Kel! I?m gonna go to the top. You come find me when you?re ready.? He was very sweet and encouraging about my winded ass not thinking I could do it. Off he went, up to the top. I waited a bit and then I went too. Found him at the top where we hiked around and found spots I had never seen. Even though I?d hiked the falls a hundred times. You are a mountain man. Of course you forged new paths every trail and every mountain you climbed. I?ve lived in the PNW most of my life and you?re passion for our mountains scenery was unmatched. We were supposed to hike into the woods and camp, but I sprained the heck out of my ankle on our way down from the falls. You stayed home with me even though you were dying to explore Oregon?s mountains. Your are beautiful, heart and soul. That wonderful smile that crinkles up your eyes, and that handsome face! I do and will forever miss you deeply my dear friend. Oh my heart ??"
"While I didn?t know Josh personally, I had the pleasure of working with Rachel and Joy for many years. They always spoke so fondly of Josh - the pride and love they have for him truly radiates. Josh is quite adored. To all of his loved ones, please accept my sincerest condolences. Lifting you up in prayer, Kim Chamness"
"Josh was a dear friend to my son, Ethan, and therefore was dear to me as well. The world is a sadder place without him. I know Ethan is devastated,, as his family surely is. Wish I had magic words, but words fail me today. Sending ya\'ll prayers for strength and lots of love. - Kathi Coatney"
"When Josh played soccer with my son, he was always energetic and cheerful. As his high school French teacher, he brought that same energy and cheerfulness to the classroom daily. I\'ve thought of him many times over the past 20 years, and I\'m sure many of his classmates remember his deadpan translation of whatever page number I asked the students to turn to: \"Sixty-eight.\" Always sixty-eight. Josh, I\'m thinking of you now, and of all of your loving and lovely family."
"Josh was a pleasure to teach and such a bright and shining light. I loved having him in my class...always ready to serve and to help. Heaveb?s gain is our loss but he knew where he was going to spend eternity. Our thoughts and prayers are with Jim, Gloria, Jake, Joy and the entire Washburn family. Peace be with you. "
"Jim, Gloria and family, Want to be there with you at this time and wish I could say something that would help your hurting and pain. Praying that you will feel God?s love and peace and know that we love you and miss you. Larry and Pat"
"I remember Josh?s beautiful smile. He was always shy around me but he was always smiling. I remember him just a wiggling on his blanket when he had just come home from the hospital. I am sorry I didn?t get to know him better as I would have liked.Rest in peace our sweet Josh. Aunt Pat and Uncle Larry"
"Josh was a beautiful and loving friend. He had a sense of humor that was unparalleled. He had an ability to make everyone laugh and forget about their worries. Josh was present and kind with all those around him. His love of nature and adventure was contagious. Sending all my thoughts and love to his family and the many friends that had the joy of having them in their lives. "
"My heartfelt prayers go out to my dear friends Tammy, Jake, Rebecca, your mom & dad and all of Josh?s family loved ones! I am so heartbroken ? to hear this Josh was a beautiful brother with a big loving heart & soul he will be dearly missed! Remembering the Precious memories of Josh and your beautiful family together praying on Thanksgiving! Love forever and always in Loving memory of Josh Washburn in Jesus Name! ???????"
"Josh was a like a brother to me. We were roommates for almost two years. We worked together for 4 years at St. Edwards University which is were we became friends. Josh showed me the city of Austin like I never would have discovered it on my own. We used to go play disc golf two or three times a month and we never kept score we just took a long walk and talked. I always felt better after we got together. He was a friend like no other, he supported me as I got married and started a family. I was fortunate enough for him to visit me in Tennessee and for him to meet my daughter, and spend a weekend in the Smokey Mountains with me and Jay Vopatek. I will miss his light, his sense of humor. His brotherly love. He was one of a kind. I am heartbroken, like I know you all are. With love, Travis Wealand"
"My thoughts and prayers are with you .
Praying that you will feel Gods comfort and peace like only he can give
Love, Rayechelle Bracewell "
"Jim and Gloria, I\'m sorry for the loss of your dear son. I love you and are in prayer for you and your family. Susan Thomas"