Joshua Engle
November 21, 2011
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Joshua Leo Engle, 13, died in an accident in his home Monday, November 21, 2011.
Joshua survived by his mom and dad, Wendi and Chad; sisters and brothers, KeriGlenn, Jessi, Josi, Kisandra “Ani” and Chad Joseph “CJ”; his grandparents, Marilyn and Glenn Waterhouse, Sandy Bucklin and Gary Engle; his aunts and uncles, Cheri and Glenn Waterhouse, Jody and Jon Karns, Brian Engle and Gary Engle; as well as many cousins.
Joshua attended Bondurant-Farrar Middle School, where he was on the Honor Roll and involved in football and wrestling for many years with the Blue Jays and community teams. Josh also loved singing in chorus, playing his guitar and drawing, which he did everywhere. Joshua was involved with 4-H showing livestock. He was very involved in church and participated in many community service projects in Bondurant. Everyone that met Josh will tell you how he always had a smile on his face with his long eyelashes and baby blue eyes, always cheering everyone up and encouraging friends and family to be their best. He will be dearly missed by all.
Visitation will be Monday, November 28, 2011, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Bondurant Federated Church. Funeral services will be Tuesday November 29 at 11 a.m. followed by a luncheon. During that time the family will be attending a private burial at Pine Hill Cemetery and returning back to the luncheon.
Contributions can be made at any of the Legacy Banks to the
"Joshua Engle Memorial Fund."
The family would like to thank everyone for their thoughts, prayers and kind words.
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Michelle
11/29/2011
I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your son. I have found a poem that i would love to share with you,I hope this will help you in some way. You will be in our thoughts and prayers during this hard time. Again I am so very sorry for the loss of your son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin, friend, neighbor, and student. He seemed to have such a great heart, with tons of smiles, and brightened every ones day. R.I.P Joshua
The grief of losing a child
Losing A Child
Glenna Marie Durand
Its hard to accept losing a child
Why wasnt it me
Life is too short as it is
I dont agree that it's our destiny
Each day we continue on with our daily tasks
Coping until there is a reminder
Of their birthday or first date
Why do I ponder
Leaning on people is not my fancy
Although tormenting myself is a sin
I hope a day will come, in time
I can hurdle my grief from within
When you grieve the loss of a child
Its not in the natural order of things
For a child to die before his/her parents
The nightmare never ends, its not dwindling
As the reality of the death settles in
Intense anger at the thought
Deep anguish that the loss is forever
God help me with the peace I have sought
The grief may intensify with time
Although my friends say it never ends
Lost to the grim specter of death
They lost a part of themselves, they lost a friend
Copyright 2007 Glenna Marie
Source: Losing A Child, Daughter Death Poem, 12 Stories http://www.familyfriendpoems.com/poem/losing--a-child#ixzz1f9dIJG46
Family Friend Poems
Jackson Family
11/28/2011
We am very sorry for your loss there are no words that can be said that will take away your pain. My son Matt was friends with Josh and my daughter Becca was in several of Josh's classes as well. They both had nothing but good things to say about Josh and how he always had a smile on his face. We will keep your family in our prayers. God bless you through this difficult time.
Jeff and Jamie Cole
11/28/2011
Wendi and Chad and kids,
Our deepest thoughts and prayers go out to you as you go through this terrible tragedy! We cannot imagine the pain you both must be going through losing Josh, but pray that God will fill you with his love, grace, and peace, as well as with Glenn and Marilyn, and the rest of your family. I know that you are a close family and I pray that through this time God will strengthen each one of you. Our sincere love and peace be to you all, Jeff and Jamie Cole
Debbie and Tammy Oliver
11/28/2011
Words can not express the sorrow and pain I know that you must be feeling at this time. May God help heal the pain so you can go on and remember the good times and the happy times you all had as a family. May our thoughts and prayers give you comfort in the days ahead.
Mary Campbell
11/28/2011
I am so very sorry for your loss. Words cannot express what I would like to say. I lost my grandson, Joshua Campbell about 18 months ago. The pain of the loss in inexpressible. God will carry you through these moments. Reach out to others when needed and allow people to love you. But in those lonely moments alone in the night when grief attacks you like a thief, reach out to Jesus. He is carrying you and holding you through it all. With much love, Mary
Annette Behle
11/27/2011
Chad - Wendi and family, I am so sorry for the loss of Josh. Josh was a strong spirited boy with an amazing smile. Josh will be missed by so many. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Scott, Sue Hudson & Family
11/27/2011
It is extremely hard to find the words to comfort the Family and Loved ones when God takes a Bright & Shining young life. Please know that we hold your entire family near and dear to our hearts at this devastating time. Our thoughts and prayers go with you as you struggle for understanding and acceptance. God Bess You All....Scott, Sue Hudson & Family
The Zarrs
11/26/2011
There are not enough words in the world to express how very sorry we are for your loss. Josh and Casey have spent many years together in school as well as participating in sport events and church. Josh had a smile that could light up a room. He was always happy, cheering everyone up that he met. I have personally had the honor of working closely with Josh over the years and he will be truly missed......my heart goes out to all of the family.....you are in our prayers and love to you all....
The Zarrs
Kubrak Family
11/26/2011
Please know that we all are so deeply sorry for your loss. May God wrap you in his loving arms and comfort you. From The Kubrak Family, Jean Marie, Billy, John, Thomas, Paul and Daniel
Tammie
11/26/2011
Wendi and Family, You all are in my thoughts and prayers at this time of your tragic loss of your beloved son. Be sure that I will always be here if you need anything at all. May you find peace in the Lord at this time. Love and Friendship Always, Tammie Copsin - Smith
Ashton Drake
11/25/2011
To Engle family:
Im really sorry for your loss.
To Josh:
I really miss you Josh!
John Bolen
11/25/2011
You have my deepest sympathies. This is a tragedy no parent, grandparent, sibling or friend should ever have to endure. You are in my prayers daily!
Eldon and Lois Nolte
11/24/2011
As a former pastor of Josh and his family at the Farrar United Methodist Church Lois and I want to express our deep felt sympathy to his family at this sad time in their life. As I recall my time with Josh in church and expecially during children's time during the service I remember how bright and full of life he was. He would be the first to answer all my questions. Wendi, Chad and Josh's brothers and sisters I want you to know that you are all in our prayers and thoughts in your loss. At this Thanksgiving time I am thankful I got to know Josh and I will cherish the memories of him forever. May God be your source of strength these days!
Eldon and Lois Nolte
Scott, Brenda, Amanda, and Eric Wahr
11/24/2011
We just want you all to know how sorry we are that you are going through this loss. Josh was a great kid! We have many memories of him over the years as our kids grew up together. Our love and prayers are with each of you!
Eric Wahr
11/24/2011
To the Engle family:
I am so sorry about your loss of Josh!
To Josh:
I will miss you very much!