Joshua Harris Obituary

It´s 2:25am and I´m thinking Josh and Jason. Just wanted to let you know that they are never forgotten. Praying for the family and knowing that God has them now.
SFC ROCKY DAVIS

Lest We Forget!

To the Harris Family
This is Olga Vazquez ( JASON A VAZQUEZ) aunt. I think of our HEROS often. I miss my nephew so much and I know that Joshua and Jason are rejoicing in the presence of our Heavenly Father and I know Jason is also enjoying being with his grandma (Leonor Vazquez who went to be with the Lord on May 16, 2017. He was my parents Pride and Joy just as Joshua is for his Parents. May God continue to bless the Harris Family with his Peace, Joy and Wisdom. I love you all.
Olga

Never Forgotten!

I was saddened to hear the news about Joshua.I knew his Mom Millie yrs ago from work.I want to say how sorry I am and am praying for healing and Peace to Joshuas family and friends.Sorry Again

HI HARRIS FAMILY:
THIS IS OLGA (SSGT JASON VAZQUEZ AUNT) JUST WANTED TO LET U KNOW THAT I OFTEN THINK OF BOTH JOSH AND JASON AND HOW THEY ARE TOGETHER CHILLING, WHILE WE CONTINUE HURTING FOR THIS LOST LIFES. I ALWAYS THINK OF YOU AS WELL AND PRAY THAT GOD WILL CONTINUE TO GIVE US PEACE AND WISDOM TO UNDERSTAND THIS CRAZY WORLD WE ARE LIVING IN. PLEASE SAY HI TO HIS SISTERS AND LET THEM WE ARE IN MY PRAYEE AS WELL AS IN MY THOUGHTS. GOD BLESS US ALL
R.I.P. JOSH A HERO IN IT'S SELF
OLGA
VAZQUEZ

Charlie Gili and family and the hockey association: Thank you so much for keeping my son's memory alive by sending packages to our troops in harms' way. What a great way to let our military know they will never be forgotten, and there are so many waiting for thier safe return. I am humbled by your generosity, and I know my son would feel better that his brothers and sisters in arms are being remembered by your care packages. God bless you all.

Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and also to let the Harris Family know that we recently sent Care Packages to American troops in the war zones. Each box carried a dedication sheet that includes the name, service information and photo of your loved one. We recognize that this is a humble tribute, but we wanted you to know that it is heartfelt and made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals in the youth hockey community and beyond. We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of the US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign

Josh, I'm so proud of you....... One of your army buddies is naming his son after you. What an honor, that you made that much of an impression on others for them to name thier son after you. I miss you more than words can say. I love you my son, and miss you terribly. I wish you were here......

I AM PLAGUED WITH THE THOUGHTS OF THAT DAY, FROM YOUR COMRADE IN ARMS BOBE, A TRUE WARRIOR JOSHUA HARRIS WHOOA!!

To the family and friends of Sgt. Joshua Harris:
Please accept my remembrance of Joshua on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.

I miss you Josh.. Carroll Monday's were created by you and left with you when you were taken from us.
I hope to see you again someday..
There has been no one like you since.

SGT CARROLL

To the family and friends of Sgt. Joshua Harris:
Remembering Joshua on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

God Bless You, Josh. May you rest in peace always. Such loss is felt by your Mom and family but they are so proud as are all those who knew you. Thank you for your sacrifice.

As we approach Memorial Day, I can't help thinking of what we'd be doing if we were all together. I miss my son so much. The tears still come, still so easily. I miss you, my Josh you know how my heart is broken .....

Bill, Jean, Millie, Robert-thinking about you as we approach Memorial Day and your sacrifice so that Josh could live a life that included protecting ours-

To Josh Family this is Olga Jason aunt, just wanted to say hi and let you know that I often think about Josh and Jason and how they are just rejoicing in the presence of the Lord. I hope that all is well with the Harris Family.
God bless you all and remember that we are together in this and someday we will see our love ones again.

R.I.P. Josh and Jason

Josh yesterday you where in mind and heart and I carry a picture with you and jason in the parade.Talk about you & Jason.You just don't how truly you guys are missed.Love you josh thank you for serving my Country.

MY DARLING GRANDSON JOSH, YOUR IN MY HEART EVERYDAY, I HAVE SO MANY BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES OF YOU, YOU WILL NEVER DIE. I FIND MYSELF GOING TO THE " MEMORIAL WALL " IN MARSEILLES EVERY CHANCE I GET, THE LAST TIME YOU AND YOUR COUSINS WERE AT THE CAMPER, YOU HAD A BALL AND I HAVE THE VIDEO OF YOU ALL, WHAT WONDERFUL MEMORIES. YOUR IN MY HEART ALWAYS. LOVE, YOUR GRANDMOTHER ( ELAINE FORSGREN )

Josh,
Thank you for your bravery, you are truly a HERO in my eyes. May the Family find comfort in our heavenly father knowing that someday our chain will link again in heaven.

Olga

Josh,
Thank you so much for everything. You are my hero, as well as everyone elses. I miss your charming smile and I can't wait to thank you for your service in heaven.
We love you.

To the family of Sgt. Joshua Harris:
Joshua gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Joshua would have been 22 years old this July 29 - I wasn't with him for his 21st and will now celebrate his life this year. It's tearing me up inside. I miss my son so much, but I know he's in a better place ...... Rest peacefully, my son, I love you.

Joshua, soon it will be a year that you will have left God's earth for higher ground. The death of a child is something you never get over so please let your parents know that you are now ok. God has a way of giving us signs when we're still and I pray that God has allowed those signs to come to your parents and family. As a Gold Star Mother I know the pain of the death of a child. I also know that it's not the death we remember but the life you lived and loved. May that life be celebrated and remembered forever.

Your parents aren't alone and there are many who are there for them. If they ever want to talk to others who have gone through the death of a child or loved one in active duty please do contact me.

May God continue to provide His love and comfort to your family and friends.

http://goldstarfamilysupportgroup.com

In memory of my son
SPC Harry (Buck) Winkler III
KIA 11/12/2006 Samarra, Iraq
CO-A 2/505th PIR 82nd Airborne

DEAR JOSH, NOT A DAY GOES BY THAT I DON'T THINK ABOUT YOU AND MISS YOUR WONDERFUL SMILE, I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU NOR WIL I EVER STOP LOVING YOU, YOUR IN MY HEART ALWAYS, GRAM

My heartfelt sympathy to the Harris family and friends in the loss of Joshua. I did not know Joshua, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. My heart was touched by the many wonderful/beautiful things written about you. Joshua you are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom

"TO LIVE IN THE HEARTS
OF THOSE YOU LEAVE BEHIND
IS NEVER TO DIE"
~Robert Orr~

Sorry for your loss, especially since he was so young. I went to school with some of you, so that's how I found this.

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of a hero. God bless you all.

To the family Harris I just to say I think about the ones who dies with my son.And it doesn't go one day I think about them everyday what was their last words to one another.I know your son Josh and my son where close.I know they are all together and in Haven.It"s been 4 months they are gone and still its very hard day by day I don't hear his voice and him calling me.To the family I hope time goes by little easyier everyday for you guys.Has for I take one day at time.For Harris Family please try to contact me doing benefit for Sgt,Jason A.Vazquez on his 25th Birthday/Charity event for his b-day will be May 17, 2009 would like to send you card.God bless you will see you soon.Event will be held in Miami

To the Harris family this is Olga (SSGT. Jason A. Vazquez) aunt I would like to wish you all a Happy Thanksgiving Day, I know it will be a hard day for you as well as us but in Jesus name we will surpass all the pain that we have dealt with in the pass couple of months. May God bless and give you all peace. Let's continue give thanks for our brave soldiers and all those soldiers away from their family during the holiday season. We know that our two Heros are in the presence of our Heavenly Father
God Bless

Our prayers are with you and your courageous spirit and we will at all times keep your family and your Grandma Elaine who we are blessed to know in our prayers.
Jim, Kim and Family

My condolences to the family of Sgt. Joshua Harris. May they know that there are many, many people who are grieving with them; and that care very deeply about them.

I first met Josh when he was around 4 years old. I watched him and his sister, Kristen, grow up because they lived only 2 blocks away from me. And yes, I do remember him dressing up as a soldier for Halloween trick-or-treating! I also remember Josh as one of the nicest, funniest, most obedient kids you would ever want to meet. I knew the Harris and Anderson families primarily because Josh's uncle, Russ Anderson, was one of my best friends. I was absolutely shocked when I heard this tragic news. Especially since Russ, a great husband, father of two wonderful children and dear friend was also tragically killed in an automobile accident around 7 years ago. This means Millie (Josh's mom) lost her only brother and, now, her only son. My heart goes out to the Harris and Anderson families: Especially Elaine (Josh's wonderful grandmother), Millie (Josh's loving mom), Kristen (Josh's sister) and Billle (Josh's dad). I'm sure their courage and strength will get them, and everyone else who knew Josh, through this senseless tragedy.

God bless Josh, his family, and everyone who knew him.

Harris Family this is (Olga) SSGT Jason A. Vazquez, just wanted to let you all know that we continue praying of our family and that together we are all bearing this pain that seems to get harder as the days go by. Remember that our Heroes are together again. They were good Soldiers. I miss my nephew so much and I am sure you miss Joshua as well. May God continue to bless our family

Dear family of Joshua Harris,
We celebrate Joshua's life with you. In honor of Joshua, we will be remembering him at our Memorial Service on November 6th at Jesse Brown VA Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois. We would be honored to have you all join us for the service.

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Sincerely,
Kenna

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I am deeply saddened at the loss of this brave young soldier, a hero. My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead. May your memories bring you comfort. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
In loving memory of my nephew
Lance Cpl James R Davenport KIA 11/22/06 Al Anbar Province

Hi Millie,
I dont know if you remember me, i'm Debbie's cousin De'Ann and Nancy is my aunt. I can remember so many time Louie and my brother were together with Josh. They had thier crazy antics and fun pranks. I will forever remember Josh for being able to make me and Debbie laugh. He will truly be missed.
De'Ann
On Behalf of Tammy Hacker, Ashley, John and Bob.

My heart goes out to you and your family. I know what it is like to loose a son to this war, and want you to know that your grief is shared by all the parents of the fallen.

To the family and parents of Joshua I want you to know that you are not alone in the grief you are feeling. I too know what you are going through and what you will go through in the coming weeks and months ahead. You will have many questions as to why? You will have many things to get ready or go through and that should be done in time. Sometimes it just can’t be faced and that’s ok, for you will know when the time is right for you. There is no right or wrong way to grieve it’s an individual journey that unfortunately we now have to take. I ask that God give the comfort, strength and courage that you are going to need. When and if the time is right for you please contact me. You can cry, vent, or just talk as only another person who has been where you are can really know what you are going through. May God continue to be with you and heal you

goldstarfamilysupportgroup.com

In memory of my son
Spc Harry (Buck) Winkler III
KIA 11/12/06 Samarra, Iraq
82nd Airborne 2-505th PIR

To Bill and Jean and all family members of Joshua Harris. Tom and I are so sorry to hear of this loss. I just heard about it through a mutual friend. We remember Josh as an amazing brother and deeply loved son. We will keep you in our prayers during this extremely difficult time.
Sincerely,
Beth and Tom O'Neill

To the Harris family this is Jason aunt Olga, just wanted to express my condolence to you all. This two brave young men will for ever be in our hearts. As we go thru this trailing time lets all remember that they are in the presence of the most Holy one and they are both HEROS in our eyes. May you find comfort in our Heavenly Father as we do too. God Bless you all.

To the Harris Family
From the Vazquez are prayer are also with this family for Jason & Joshua left together and past to eternity together we will continue to pray for comfort and peace in this time of sorrow.


MAY THE LORD FILL US WITH COMFORT, LOVE AND PEACE.

SSGT JASON A. VAZQUEZ
AUNTIE CARMEN SAEZ

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, ""I welcome you.""

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......""My day was not in vain.""
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008

Prayer for Peace

Lord, make me an instrument of your peace;
Where there is hatred, let me sow love;
Where there is injury, pardon;
Where there is doubt, faith;
Where there is despair, hope;
Where there is darkness, light;
And where there is sadness, joy.

O Divine Master,
Grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;
To be understood, as to understand;
To be loved, as to love;
For it is in giving that we receive,
It is in pardoning that we are pardoned,
And it is in dying that we are born to eternal life.

Amen

Thank you Sgt. Joshua Harris for all that you gave to us. You are a TRUE solider. Thank you for giving your life for us. To be free. We will truly miss you but we will always remember you forever. I pray that God will be with all our families during this diffcult time. Lord Bless all who serve. We love you and please Keep Us Smiling. The Raad's

To Mrs. Harris & family, no words can ever be spoken for our
heartfelt gratitude for the sacrifice of your son's life upon
the alter of freedom. May God comfort you and your family in
this time of deep sorrow, and may he heal your pain in knowing that your son's life was not in vain. Joshua will forever be remembered as an American Military Hero who gave his all, all
lived the creed of "Sacrifice before Self".

Josh, God bless you soldier and thank you for your brave and honorable service to a grateful nation and for paying the ultimate price for our freedom.. You are now in great company with God and so many other fallen hero's before and after you. On 5/6/08 my nephew PFC Aaron J. Ward was killed in action in Iraq and my final promise to him was to never forget him and our fallen hero’s, we will never forget their commitment and sacrifice. To the Harris family, words cannot express the pain we now share, but our families will forever have a bond and we will be thinking of Joshua and your family and will keep you in our thoughts & prayers. Please accept my heart felt condolences and my prayer that god help you cope with this tragic loss and may the memories of your HERO carry you through each day. From one Gold Star family to another!

My prayers and thoughts are with you.
I know how you feel losing a "HERO",Becoming a "Gold Star" Mother myself on 25 March.. The sacrafice our sons and daughters are making on a daily basis should tell us all..These young HEROS knew full well what they were doing and did it proudly When you hug your loved ones tonight.... Remember... We also hugged ours and they were protecting you..We.. as Americans need to make the "Ultimate Sacrafice" by supporting all our military(HEROS)...the Proud Mom of SGT. Jason W. Swiger
5th Squadron, 73rd Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Brigade

Dear Mom and Dad Harris:
I am a WWII vet and father of a 20 year retired Army son. I was blessed to be able to attend your son's funeral at Walther High. I was humbled to see all those who came to pay honor to Joshua. We soldiers of old recognize that all of us gave something and some gave their all in the service of our country. May God bless Joshua and hold him in the palm of His hand.
Bill Morrison, Berkeley,IL

To the Harris family,

I know there are no words to say, except how sorry I am for your loss. May you hold Joshuas' memory in your heart and please remember he shall never be forgotten.

...For you every single soldier
Those who served so honorable
Your life was forever altered
While I’m home safe and free
I stand with grateful admiration
I stand respectful and so proud
I know I’m only a civilian
And I don’t even know if it’s allowed.

But I salute you; allow me the honor
to salute you with permission let me say
Even though I hold no rank know that from my heart
My humble gratitude comes from the deepest part.
I salute you.

Suzanne MacDaniel
A Proud Aunt
Sgt. David M.Fisher
KIA 12/1/04

I met Josh the first day in English Survey freshman year at Walther and we were assigned to do some sort of in class project together and right away he had me laughing. We also had Biology (and a couple other classes) together that year and he was my lab partner and would always dissect everything for me so I didn't have to touch it and he would always help the other people that didn't want to touch the things either. He was one of the most amazing people I've ever met. He always made me laugh and he always made me feel better when I was upset or going through a tough time; when my dad died he was one of the main people I could count on to help me through it. I miss him greatly and will never forget him.

Mille...I am so sorry to here of your loss,and as i can only imagine it to be the greatest of losses, as i have two sons of my own.As you were Joshua's guardian through his life,he will be your guardian until you see him again,and I know you will.Although I didn't know him,from what I have read and what I've heard you had to be very,very proud of him,and always will be I'm sure.Godbless you and give you peace, Yvonne Paramo

Dear Millie, I met you last year at home depot. you overheard me telling of just coming back from my son{Anthony's } graduation in oklahoma. As I was saying how beautiful the ceremony was you came out of the back and told me of your son and how he too had the same graduation. you looked at my son's picture and remarked how handsome he was. your beautiful warm smile showed how proud you were. I am so sorry, to be signing this book my heart goes out to you and your family . my son is leaving soon and all I can do is try to stay stong. I will keep your beautiful son Joshua in my prayers.I am here if you ever need someone to talk to. God Bless All Of You.

Thank you for your sacrifice. God Bless your family and friends during this difficult time.

Joshua was a little boy when I met him, and I was so impressed at how well behaved and mannered he was then, along with his sister Kristen. Im sorry I didnt get the oppurtunity to know him as an adult. Josh made the ultimate sacrifice for his country,and I am honored to have known him. Mille and Kristen,your in my thoughts every day and Josh, I will remember for the rest of my life. I will always think of him as someone with a constant smile. He will be missed terribly by many.Mille,if theres anything I can do, please dont hesitate to ask.

Joshua is a real hero to all of us who must remember that Freedom is Never Free. May his life continue to
have meaning while he rests in peace. God bless Joshua and his entire family.

My prayers go out to you on the loss of your son. My daughter is in the Army and I can only imagine the pain you are feeling right now. May God be with you and your family. Elaine Bulanda

We will miss you terribly and so appreciate the choice you made to defend our country. Thank you to all military personel AND their families for their sacrifices.

To those who knew my son, you know what a blessing he was! To those of you who served with my son, I'm so proud of all of you and thank you for serving your country with such honor and dignity as Josh did. To those who didn't know my son you've missed out on knowing one of the most blessed human beings that God has given me the privilege of giving birth to. Joshua means "protector" and he died doing just that, protecting his country.... he loved the military, loved all people and worked (not too hard) at making you smile, even if you only knew him for a few minutes..... he grew into a great young man and I couldn't be more proud!! Let's not mourn his death but celebrate his life, that's what he would have wanted. His faith in God and country made him strong and brave and I ask all of you now for your continued prayers, love and support as we, his family, try to work through this difficult time... He was honored in such a wonderful way and I thank all of you for your support.

Josh's family are in our thoughts and prayers and have our deepest sympathy. Josh was the brother of my sister-in-law, and though we never met, evrything I hear about this extraordinary young man makes me feel as if I, too, lost a dear friend. Josh, thank you for serving your country nd for your sacrifice.

Millie-
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. I hope your good memories of him will comfort you during this terrible time. You were my manager at Courtesy about 20 years ago.
My thoughts are with you.
Holly (Hope) Kafka

My Dearest Mille (Elaine, Kristen and all of Joshua's loved ones),

I've just received your MOST tragic news via Lorraine Boy phoning my mom this evening. I've read all the tributes posted here and have no words more eloquent than those who have written before me. Mille, it sounds like Josh was a champion to many as you were always to me.

My heart breaks for you all and at the same time is flooded with hope that the beauty of all that was Josh will continue to live on through all of you. Please accept my DEEPEST sympathies and heartfelt condolences. I will continue to keep ALL of you in my daily prayers as you try to tackle the unimaginable.

With great sorrow I couldn't deliver these words in person, sending hugs, hugs, hugs and always, huge prayers.

With much love,
D

Our prayers and sympathy to the family of Josh and also to his grandmother Elaine. Our thoughts, love and thanks to Josh who has given his life and love for his country. Tom & Gerry Martin-Hyland

I only knew joshua as a little boy who was admired by all who came in contact with him and as an ex soldier myself my heart goes out to his family and friends. I worked with his father for over 20 years and Bill was as honorable of a man as you could meet and I am sure joshua inherited many of his fathers traits. Our son was one of the lucky ones who served and came home to us. I would just like to say Bill I am very sorry for your loss and if you need anything please don't hesitate to call

as a former member of b-122fa i am deeply sorry for your and our lost i trully feel like i lost a family member.ssg eddie resto retired

We do not know your family, just came across obit reading the newspaper online.
We are a military family based at Elmendorf AFB in Alaska.
Thank you to your son for defending my family's freedom in this great country.
He is a true hero.
We are sorry for your loss.
God bless you during this time and please accept our deepest sympathy.
The Teague Family
USAF
Elmendorf AFB, Alaska

Its with a twist of irony that I find myself here.My daughter was to play the flute at Walther for the service of one of our troops, my heart was broken for the unknown family,she told me he was only 21. Today while she was there I picked up the paper and saw his face and I was stunned, little did I realize that this young man was the same little boy who played ball with my son,who used to come bowling at the place I work. Whos Father coached my Son and Josh in little league, whos Mom and gone too soon Uncle Russell were old pals of mine from our younger days in Forest Park...Mille,Bill and Jean I am so very sorry for the loss of your wonderful Josh. My heart, thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Frances Wilson McSheffrey

My Darling Grandson, You have been the joy of my life for 21 years, may you rest in peace, you will never be forgotten

I knew Joshua, everytime when arriving to work flying in his KIA toward the front gate. He always smiled, and always made sure to say hi. He was full of life and enjoyed every minute in the Guard. His personality and service will never be forgoten. My condolences to the family and friends of Joshua.

OUR PRAYERS AND HEARTS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME.

Our condolences to the family and friends of Joshua. My fifth grade class only knew him through emails and yet we also mourn his loss.

Harris Family,
I did not know Joshua, however we both went to St. Johns & Walther. I did know Jason; the boys were together during this tragic time and brought joy to their freindship. May God bless you during this very difficult time and may the memories live on in your hearts.

TO THE HARRIS FAMILY
JOSH SERVED OUR COUNTRY WITH GREAT PRIDE HE WILL BE MISSED BY ALL IS A HERO MY MY HEART AND TO THIS COUNTRY.

May the good Lord above us all grant you eternal peace in His sight. May He grant your family and friends the strength and courage they will need to go on without you. Thank you so very much for your sacrifice.

Josh,
My Sister Knows your Mom And I Got To Meet Her At The Joliet Demos. She Told Me To Please Pray For Freedom Cause Its Not Free no More. I Do Agree With Her. I Just Want You Too Know That I Will Never Forget You. How You Fought For My/Our Freedom.

Please know how privileged we are to have met Joshua, and how proud we are for his service to our country. Having "almost" losing a grandson, we feel a kinship with you. God bless you and give you peace.
Ro and Jack Haley

I DO NOT KNOW YOU OR YOUR FAMILY,BUT YOU ARE A HERO IN MY EYES AND IN AMERICA'S EYES.I WILL KEEP YOU IN MY HEART UNTILL I PASS. THANK YOU FOR GIVING ALL WHEN IT COUNTED.REST NOW SON FROM AN OLD MARINE THAT LIVED THROUGH VIET NAM.

Bill,
May the grace of God help you through this most sorrowful time. We can't imagine the void you must feel. May you find some peace in knowing that you now have an Angel in heaven, one that you can be very very proud of. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

On behalf of your friends at Chicago South Elks Lodge #1596 and all Elk Lodges throughout our great Nation we offer our deepest condolences and sadness to the loss of our Fine American Soldier who gave the ulitmate sacrifice to protect the Freedom of our Great Country. Your work and dedication will not be in vain and will always be remembered throughout the Benevolent Protective Order of Elks.

Even though I never met your son, please know that I will always keep him in my prayers. He gave the ultimate sacrifice that the rest of us can live in peace. May God comfort you in the days ahead with wonderful memories of Joshua. God Bless you Joshua and may you rest in God's loving care.

Our deepest condolences are with your family. Our thanks to Josh for defending our country. Your family is in our prayers.

Our deepest sympathies to the Harris and Harris-Hickey familes at this most difficult time. Please know what an honor it is for everybody here to assist the family. Thank you for your greatest sacrafice. May God bless you all.

My prayers are with everyone in Josh's life. I wish everyone the best as now Josh is in Gods hand and now watching over you.
Traci Beane(friend of Mackeys) Hinckley Il

Josh - never was there a finer young man, so devoted and proud to be serving his country. You are truly missed by all who you touched.

To the family and friends of Specialist Joshua Harris:

May God’s grace be with you during your time of grief. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you in this most difficult time. No greater sacrifice can be given, than one’s life for other’s freedom. Thank you for your bravery and sacrifice Josh. Rest in Peace.

Bill and Jean,

Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

The Murray's

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Thank you Lord for our HERO! We will never forget his sacrifice for our country. May the Angels wrap their wings around the family and help them through this horrific time.
Anne SUllivan
Proud Mom of 3, 2 Marines

To Joshua's entire family my husband and I want to offer our heartfelt condolences. We owe our freedom and safety to your son and his brother soldiers who fight and sadly die to protect us. He does not need our prayers because we know that he is already with our Heavenly Father and will never know fear or pain or worry again. Instead we are praying for his loved ones that you may receive God's love and comfort in these painful times. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May He hold you and comfort you in the days and nights to come. God bless.

Don and Janis Ashcraft

I did not know Capt.Hays, 1st Lt.Naqvi, or Staff Sgt Vazquez personally, however, there will always be a connection between them and Josh. My dear friend Mille Harris lost her son, Josh, on September 17th, 2008 at the very moment other mothers lost their loved sons, for they were together that tragic day. My heart breaks for all the mothers who have lost sons as it breaks for my dear friend Mille and her family. God took these fine, young, brave men from their earthly life fighting for our freedom and they are now fighting for our souls in heaven. I pray that they all have the strength to ge thru this.

Sgt. Joshua Harris
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.

Our deepest condolences are with you and your family. Our thanks to Josh for his role.

Barbara and Jim Nevels
(Neighbors of Elaine)

I was very proud to be Joshua's grandmother for 21 years, he was a joy to our lives, he will be missed terribly,REST IN PEACE MY DARLING You will never be forgotten

To Joshua, May you find peace, dear warrior. Altho we've never met, I am proud of your service to keep America free and deeply saddened that you made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. God Bless You!

JOSH, SLEEP WITH THE ANGELS. YOU ARE A TRUE HERO. I LOVE YOU

I continue to be in awe of these young heroes who do so much for us without the threat of a draft. We owe the families that produce these
truly unique children our complete honor, thanks and help at times like this. Thank you from the bottom of my heart, Joshua, and God bless and protect his family.

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.