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Help Fund Joshua Barkleys Memorial Service

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I have the unfortunate task of making this go fund me page after the unexpected loss of my brother. I am hoping to raise the funds for funeral costs and services, since of course life insurance wasn’t put on an 19 year old boy. I want to take the stress of a financial burden off our parents shoulders since they have more important matters to deal with.

Our family is devastated and cannot believe this is happening. He was a shining star and a force to be reckoned with.

On December 24th 2023 Joshua Martin Barkley was in an unfortunate accident that ended up taking his life on December 26th 2023 at 2:03 pm.

Joshua was a Christmas baby born December 25th 2003 at 12:02 pm. From that moment on he brought joy and happiness to all who were in his life.

He lived his life without fear of judgment and always made any moment fun with his goofy antics or silly dances. His love of laughter and joy brought smiles to everyone. 

His legacy will go on with the birth of Isaiah expected in February! 

Any remaining amount will be used to start a trust fund for baby Zay.

https://www.wtkr.com/we-were-certainly-blessed-to-have-him-community-remembers-20-year-old-killed-in-james-city-co

https://www.13newsnow.com/article/news/local/james-city-county/remembering-joshua-barkley-jcc-hit-by-truck/291-6e1769fc-5d36-422e-b3e9-ff622efd8460#lqojuddt0eykpj7mw1gd

We are learning that the actual costs of these services, as we go through this process, are significantly higher than originally estimated. Goal was raised again because unexpected costs keep piling up. Donations are being sent to a dedicated account set up by a family member for these expenses.

Your love and support and donations have meant so much to us.




Donations 

  • Wesley Simon-Parsons
    • $134
    • 1 yr
  • Marie Smith
    • $50
    • 1 yr
  • Anonymous
    • $50
    • 1 yr
  • Gerald Howell
    • $50
    • 1 yr
  • Anonymous
    • $25
    • 1 yr

Organizer and beneficiary

Brittany Thurman
Organizer
Newport News, VA
Sheila McCaffity
Beneficiary

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