 With much sorrow in my heart tonight, I sadly share that Josh Brown, my most favorite person, my love, my monster-bear, my adventure-buddy, spouse and best friend passed away. I had the honor of being with him as he took his last breath at around 5:15 p.m. And the joy of spending hundreds of other amazing moments together. While we thought this moment might be coming, nothing could truly prepare me (or us) for it. And the sorrow will linger on. Yes, of course, while we trust and believe that Josh is now discussing theology with Jesus and enjoying the company of so many people we love who are also in heaven, it is still a sad day for us here. Thank you for your prayers, your love and friendship through all of this. I take a huge big breath and hit post. Posting doesn't make the news any more or less real but it is still a big marker in our story. I am continuing to share my heartache in a new section called Grieving On. View Josh's Celebration of Life service
33 Comments
Doris Harmon
9/30/2019 08:42:31 pm
Jennifer so sorry for,your loss. May God continue to give,you strength tonight and in the coming days. Although we no he is so much better off than we are it still leaves a huge void in our hearts. Hugs and prayers to,you
Sandy Stout
10/1/2019 04:45:21 pm
Lifting you up to God as your walk through this road sister. May you be surrounded by love and loved ones.
Kari & Josh Vance
9/30/2019 08:47:19 pm
Jennifer we are so sorry. We thought very highly of Josh. We will be lifting you and the entire family up in prayer. He will be missed. Thank you for sharing yours and Joshs journey with us. Much love and many hugs.
Rachel Gerner
9/30/2019 09:43:04 pm
Jenn, my heart aches for you. Thank you for vulnerably sharing your and Josh's love story, a love story which continues on. You've shown in every sentence of your writings that your story is also God's love story, of you and Josh as individuals and as a family. This love that you and Josh have, which is intertwined with God's love, never fails. This love bears all things, hopes all things, believes all things, endures all things.
Megan Baker
9/30/2019 09:49:17 pm
Jenn, I’m so sorry that you lost your best friend. You and Josh were truly two peas in a pod - the way that you made one another light up was truly incredible! I’m praying for you as you walk this next season. Love you!
Jill Sedlacek
10/1/2019 03:56:11 am
Jenn - I am so sorry and saddened by this news. I enjoyed spending time with both of you in ELEAD many years ago. Josh’s death seems impossible alongside that memory. He was too young. Prayers for you. Love, Jill
Darin Avery
10/1/2019 04:23:54 am
The smile. The quickness to listen, readiness to laugh and sing. The insight... Across the range of friends that have graced my life, I know of none more groomed for heaven than Josh.
Angie Kuhn (Wiens)
10/1/2019 04:51:20 am
Jennifer and family,
Brenda Miller
10/1/2019 05:26:18 am
There are no words to express the sorrow I know you must feel, but rest knowing Josh is with his Lord and Saviour and you will see him one day. Josh touched so many lives and was a true blessing while on earth. Prayers for you and the family.
Penny
10/1/2019 05:38:52 am
I love the love you have for each other and God. Thank you. Josh is, not Josh was.
Rebecca A Shaw
10/1/2019 05:46:39 am
So sorry for your loss. I will continue to pray for you through this journey.
Rachel Garrison
10/1/2019 05:58:34 am
Jenn, I am so sorry to hear of Josh's passing. You and your families are in my thoughts and prayers. Josh was absolutely an amazing person and I will always remember his courage, wisdom, and kindness! I am here for ANYTHING you need and I will continue to keep you in my prayers. Sending hugs and lots of love.
Michele Crippen
10/1/2019 06:15:54 am
Jenn:
LeeAnn Slate
10/1/2019 06:25:05 am
Jennifer my heart breaks for you and your families. You will be in our thoughts and prayers as you grieve the love of your life. Josh will always be remembered by us for his infectious smile and the love he had for God and you. May God’s peace and presence comfort you. God Bless
Diane Pepka
10/1/2019 06:33:10 am
Dear Jenn,, we grieve with you😪 Josh was such an amazing man! May Our Lord comfort and hold you so close❤️🙏All our love and prayers, Diane and Gary Pepka
Don Shaw
10/1/2019 06:39:08 am
My heart is heavy with sorrow. Josh will be missed. praying that your family and friends will gather around you and love on you, and comfort one another.
Tricia Phelps
10/1/2019 06:44:22 am
Dear Jen,
Juli Marlow
10/1/2019 06:46:57 am
Dear Jenn,
Michelle Nelson
10/1/2019 06:59:51 am
Dear Jenn,
Melanie
10/1/2019 07:19:39 am
Jenn, I am sending you all my good thoughts today and I hope that your family and friends are rallying around you. There are no sufficient words, but please know that I am thinking of you and that you are important to us. - Melanie (and Elise and Cora)
Conny & Miriam
10/1/2019 08:39:50 am
Ms. Jenn, our family will be praying for you in the days ahead. May you be filled with grace during the days ahead. GOD BLESS. <3
Dionna Negrete
10/1/2019 08:51:37 am
Jennifer my heart breaks for you and your family. Josh was a wonderful human and I pray for peace and comfort for you in the days ahead. He’s free and with Jesus!!
Scot Jeffus
10/1/2019 09:30:39 am
Jenn, I am very sorry to hear of Josh’s passing. I met Josh through men’s bible study on Friday mornings. I found Josh to be a very kind and compassionate man who was genuinely interested in our spiritual growth. We will miss him and will be praying for you for the Lord to give you strength and comfort during this time. Christ Love!
Pam Houser
10/1/2019 10:21:57 am
Jenn, I am deeply saddened to hear the news of Josh's passing from this earth. I am so sorry for your loss. Although we know Josh has moved on to a better place we still feel the absence. Brian and I both hold love for you and the family in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. <3
Emily Austin
10/1/2019 10:35:12 am
I’m so sorry for your loss. I am thinking about you and your family through this difficult and painful time. Love you all.
Tessa
10/1/2019 12:04:07 pm
Omgoodness my heart goes out to the family...this breaks my heart to hear this...truly sorry for your loss...
Robin Plummer
10/1/2019 12:05:53 pm
So so sorry Jenn. And we are never ready. If you need anything... So blessed to have known him. So glad we got to go camping together. I can still see Josh at the table reading his bible and the two of you in your cute little sleeping tent. Love you.
Robert and Bobbie
10/1/2019 02:03:35 pm
Josh always greeted with his contagious smile and his witty sense of humor! He was an amazing young man with a heart after God! Prayers for comfort, peace and strength as you go forward in your grief. 💖🙏
Pepper Aldrich
10/1/2019 03:07:46 pm
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Brad & Midge Duncan
10/1/2019 03:17:06 pm
Our heartfelt sympathy and prayers are with you and Josh’s family. Josh was a bright light too so many, and we know he is now happy, healthy, and strong with our Lord.
Jenni Beals
10/1/2019 09:56:44 pm
I saw the post earlier in the day. I knew. I didn’t read it. I waited until I got the boys to bed. I think of your radiant smile. Josh’s cerebral wit. May God carry you. May He hold you close, tightly in His arms.
Alisha Kershner
10/2/2019 08:55:27 am
Thoughts and prayers for you! So sad to see this... I feel so much for you. 😢
Gabriele E Barber
10/7/2019 03:27:13 pm
Jennifer please accept my condolences and prayers for comfort and peace for you and your loved ones. Josh was such a happy spirit and made a difference in many lives. I enjoyed working with him in youth services. Leave a Reply. |
About UsIn April of 2019, we learned that Josh had a large brain tumor, a glioblastoma, in the middle of his brain. At the age of 41, this was quite the surprise. Josh sadly passed away after a short battle on September 30, 2019.
View his obituary These past months, we've navigated the complexities of treatment, and hospice care and learned that there wasn't really treatment and that in Josh's case, the tumor was inoperable. We're sharing our hearts and experience as we navigate this unexpected turn and God's goodness in the middle of it. We hope to encourage others by sharing our story. Thank you for following along with our journey even in grief. Feel free to message us. If you'd like to donate to medical expenses, here's a link or you can email us questions Previous posts
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More about Josh & JennJenn Brown is the author of this site, a loving wife and communications guru.
Josh Brown most recently served on staff at Fellowship Bible Church in NWA as a Springdale Community Pastor. We've served in ministry in Missouri, Texas, Virginia and Nevada. Cancer has been big part of our story. Josh has battled cancer three times already with the first to being non-Hodgkins lymphoma at ages 15 and 25 and the third thyroid cancer last year and a GBM, brain tumor this year. Jenn's mom, Carol passed away from breast cancer 21 years ago and her father also went through treatments for Chronic Leukemia (CLL) in 2017 and is doing well now. Friends & FamilyWe have been so encouraged by friends and family. Thank you for the practical ways you are caring for us! We love you all! This is just few photo highlights of some meaningful moments.
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