October 29, 1986 – July 30, 2017

It is with broken hearts, that we announce the passing of our beloved son, brother, uncle, cousin, nephew and grandson, Joshua William Schimanowsky. Josh went home to be with his Lord and Saviour, on Sunday July 30, 2017, at 30 years of age. He was born October 29, 1986, in Kamloops, B.C. 

Josh is survived by his parents, Myles and Diane Schimanowsky; sisters Kristen and Jamie (Corey) and cherished nieces Alexandra, Emerson, and Harper; maternal grandmother Mary Gibb, of Kamloops and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. 

Josh will forever be remembered for his kind and gentle spirit. He exuded love, compassion and generosity to all he met. Josh’s humour and quick wit, combined with a shy smile, made him friends wherever he went. He attended Arthur Stevenson Elementary and graduated from Westsyde Secondary. 

A loyal fan of the Vancouver Canucks, Josh grew up playing hockey in Kamloops, with childhood dreams of playing in the NHL. Josh was a natural athlete however, his physical abilities were limited by a genetic spine disease which resulted in a lifetime of chronic pain. 

Josh was blessed with many talents including a love of cooking and gardening. Many hours were spent in the kitchen experimenting and creating his own amazing recipes, as well as in the garden, nurturing his unique fruits and vegetables. 

Josh’s favourite pastime was spending time with his precious nieces; digging for treasure in the backyard or being buried in the sand. Uncle Josh was adored by his girls and they were the light of his life. 

Josh had an intense passion was for the Lord Jesus Christ. He lived first and foremost for Him, always wanting to learn more and to share his hope for eternity with others. While Josh didn’t always understand the pain and tribulations of life, his faith in the Lord never waivered.

Though we are left shattered and broken by his absence, we will continue to celebrate Josh, and express our love of him every single day, until we meet again.

Arrangements under the direction of First Memorial Funeral Service, Kamloops, British Columbia.

Condolences may be expressed at www.firstmemorialkamloops.com
 

• Date : 2017-07-30
• Location : Kamloops, B.C.