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Joshua Phillip Luff

April 13, 1993 - May 24, 2013
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Thursday 5/30, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Friday 5/31, 10:00 am - 11:00 am
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St. James Episcopal Cemetery
2106 St. James Church Road
Wilmington, DE 19808
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Joshua Phillip Luff, age 20, of Newark, DE passed away on May 24, 2013. He was born on April 13, 1993 in Newark, DE. Joshua attended the Sanford School in Hockessin, DE where he played soccer and baseball. He was a graduate of A.I. DuPont class of 2011 and member of their swim team. HeContinue Reading

Sue Smrke left a message on June 27, 2013:
Joyce and Matt: finding the right words to give comfort escape me but know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Michelle O'Donnell left a message on June 1, 2013:
Joyce, Matt, and family, Please accept my condolences on your tragic loss of Josh, words can not express my heartfelt sympathy for you all. My prayers are with you. Michelle O'Donnell
Paulette Hanc left a message on May 31, 2013:
Joyce, I am sorry for the tragic loss... May you find strength, courage and acceptance along your journey. Keeping you in my thoughts.
Sharon Campbell left a message on May 31, 2013:
Sheri and Matt, Sorry to hear about the loss of your son.I can't imagine the pain you must be going thru.You will be in my prayers. Sharon Campbell
Joshua Taylor left a message on May 31, 2013:
Dear Joyce, Matt and Family. Our thoughts a prayers are with you. So sorry for your loss. Alexandra Clark Joshua Taylor
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Willy left a message on May 31, 2013:
I really don't know what to say, Josh is one of my best friends, he means so much to me. My condolences go out to his family. I'm gonna miss you bud.
cynthis (pierce) reynolds left a message on May 30, 2013:
Matt, So sorry for the lose of your son Joshua. You will be our thoughts and prayers in your time of sympathy.
C Davis left a message on May 30, 2013:
Matt and Sherry, my deepest sympathies for your loss
Kristie Southwick left a message on May 30, 2013:
My deepest sympathy to the family. I can not imagine the pain you all must be feeling. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Mary Malpass left a message on May 30, 2013:
To all of the family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May the Angels lead him in.
Deborah Ellingsworth left a message on May 30, 2013:
As a faculty member at the University of Delaware, it truly saddens me when one of our students passes. I personally did not have the honor of knowing Josh personally, however, I wanted his family and friends to know that they are in my thoughts and prayers.
Rev. Gene Blailock left a message on May 30, 2013:
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers. May God provide all you need in the days to come. Rev. Gene Blailock Grace Community Baptist Church
Dea Williams left a message on May 30, 2013:
Dear Matt, Sheri, and the Luff family, This candle says, "I love you" This candle says "I miss you" This candle is saying, "I'll remember you" When I'm holding it toward heaven It feels like you are near So if you're looking down tonight And see this candle burning bright It's wishing you were here. This candle says "I love you." I'm so sad that you have to go through this incredible pain. Love & prayers to all, Dea Williams
Sue Dagenais left a message on May 30, 2013:
Dear Joyce, I was so sorry to hear of Josh's sudden death. I remember him so well from his days in the Upper School at Sanford and I also remember the exceptional job that you did raising him. It sounds like he lived a very full life, filled with pursuing some of his passions, which is a gift to be treasured. May God grant you peace and strength during this very sad time. Warmly, Sue Dagenais
Sattar A. Syed left a message on May 30, 2013:
Joyce -My staff and I send our sympathy to you on Joshua's passing. No words can ease your pain but know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Sattar A. Syed DMD
Deborah Ray left a message on May 30, 2013:
Dear Joyce, Matt, Sheri and Tom, May the love you have for each other bring comfort to your hearts. This I recall to my mind, therefore have I hope. It is of the Lord's mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not. They are new every morning: great is thy faithfulness. Lam.3:21-23. Our love and prayers to each of you, God Bless, Richard and Deborah Ray
Ashwath Nityanandan left a message on May 29, 2013:
No words but God Bless and we will keep you in our thoughts and hope this will somehow ease your pain.
Ken and Maria left a message on May 29, 2013:
We can't imagine what you are going through, we are so sorry for the loss of your son. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love, Ken & Maria
Kalli Webb left a message on May 29, 2013:
Joyce, Matt, Sheri & Tom, The helplessness to ease your heartache is overwhelming. We are so sorry for your loss. Please know your families are in our prayers, and our love is here for you, always. Popa Wolfie & Kalli Webb
Christine Mulrooney left a message on May 29, 2013:
Joyce, Matt & Tom, My heart breaks for you all and I have no words that can help. Just know I love you and am praying for you.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Dana Asti left a message on May 29, 2013:
Joyce and Tom, Matt and Sherry, With my deepest sympathy, I am so sorry for your loss, my heart goes out to you and your family.
Paul Moses left a message on May 29, 2013:
Matt, Sheri, Joyce, and Tom, know that you and your families are in my thoughts and prayers as you walk through this difficult time. I am so sorry for this deep loss that you have suffered.
Robert Kowalski left a message on May 29, 2013:
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Cindi Davis left a message on May 29, 2013:
Joyce and Tom, I am so sorry for your loss - my thoughts are with you
Terri Davis left a message on May 29, 2013:
Mrs. Sheri, there is not a moment that I have not been thinking of you and your family since that terrible day. I am so sorry for the pain that you are going through and pray that you will find the strength you need to get through the days to come.
Kari Piatt left a message on May 29, 2013:
I think of Josh as one of my very best friends. I will forever be grateful for every second I got to spend with him and he will always be in my heart. I am so sorry to his family. He is truly the most special and caring friend I have ever been blessed to be so close with.
Lisa Duncan-May left a message on May 29, 2013:
Our deepest sympathies to Josh's family and friends.During this tragic time. Keep the good memories close in your heart and Josh will always be with you. You all are in our thoughts and prayer's. Joe & Lisa May
Susan & Kirk Johnson left a message on May 29, 2013:
To everyone................ I don't have words to express my sorrow for you. I wish I had the words to give comfort but I know there are no words. What I do know is the prayers and caring of others will give you the strength to get through what has to be gotten through. It is the most difficult thing you will ever do but I truly believe God will see you through. Love you
Lisa Rhoades left a message on May 28, 2013:
We just wanted to express our sincere sympathy to your entire family. We have many memories of Josh growing up, dressed up in his little t-ball uniform, driving 4-wheelers around and around the yard, playing with the little ones and dogs in the yard, we will always cherish those memories. There is nothing we could say to ease your pain but if there is anything we can do please don't hesitate to ask. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. With Deepest Sympathy, Rob, Lisa and Rachel
Karen Maloney left a message on May 28, 2013:
My deepest and heartfelt sympathies to the entire family. My heart breaks for each and everyone of you. I pray that happy memories quickly replace the sorrow.... Sending love and prayers.
Elmer & Rose Janney left a message on May 28, 2013:
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Phyllis LeCates left a message on May 28, 2013:
I am at a loss of words to express how hurt and sorry I am for the loss of your son, but please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless
Sandy Compton left a message on May 28, 2013:
Joyce and Matt, I am so sorry for the tragedy that you have experience and the loss that you going through. You are both in my thoughts and prayers.
Joanne Moriello left a message on May 28, 2013:
My deepest sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Matt, and your family. May your loving and beautiful memories offer comfort in the days ahead, and may God be with you always.
Tammy Sonnier left a message on May 28, 2013:
Matt, Sheri, Eric, Jay, Joyce and Tom- I don't know what to say, My heart aches, my heart hurts as I try to understand and image the pain... I truly believe everything happens for a reason and sometimes you may never know that reason. Its awful , its sad that there was so much more life for Josh to live. The memories do help keep him alive in our hearts, always remember and talk about him... Please know that everyone of you are in my thoughts and prayers. May God Bless You all....
Tina Medkeff left a message on May 28, 2013:
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Rob, Lisa and Rachel Rhoades left a message on May 28, 2013:
We just wanted to express our sincere sympathy to your entire family. We have many memories of Josh growing up, dressed up in his little t-ball uniform, driving 4-wheelers around and around the yard, playing with the little ones and dogs in the yard, we will always cherish those memories. There is nothing we could say to ease your pain but if there is anything we can do please don't hesitate to ask. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Ann Keen left a message on May 28, 2013:
All I can say to you, Matt and Joyce, is that I am so sorry. I remember Josh from Linden Hill when he and my youngest, Paul, were in the same grade.
Brian and Brenda Bateman-Linton left a message on May 28, 2013:
We are so Sorry to hear of your Loss, Our heartfelt Prayers go out to you Joyce and Matt. Please let us know if there is anything you need! Love and Prayers. Brian and Brenda Linton
Paula Truskolawski left a message on May 28, 2013:
Never does one feel oneself as utterly helpless as in trying to speak comfort for such a loss. I will not try it. Time is the only comforter for the loss of someone as special as Josh. Please know that you are all in Rich's and my prayers. Love , Paula
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Brian and Brenda Bateman-Linton left a message on May 28, 2013:
Dear Joyce and Matt, We are so Sorry to hear of your loss, I can't even imagine what you are going thru, Just know you are in our prayers! Love and Prayers Brian, Brenda and Josh Linton
Maria and Ken left a message on May 28, 2013:
There is nothing anyone can say to ease your pain. Know that we are here to lend an ear or a shoulder to make time pass by. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
Laurie Costello left a message on May 28, 2013:
“May God bless you and be with you, even when the darkness is overwhelming. Know that we love you and are praying with you during this difficult time.”
KIm Morton left a message on May 28, 2013:
My family and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. Know that you are in our prayers. May God's peace that surpasses all understanding abound during this difficult time. Breydon and Kim Morton
Jerry and Beverly Davis left a message on May 28, 2013:
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies, words seem inadequate to express the sadness that we feel. Know that our thoughts and pryers are with you.
Bill, Autumn, Tanner, Travis and Addy left a message on May 28, 2013:
Bill and I remember Josh being so quiet, kind, polite and thougtful. It's hard to believe he's gone. I am so sorry to all of you for his loss. You have all been in my prayers and will continue to be. If you need anything at all we're only a few steps away.
Missy Alle left a message on May 27, 2013:
I am truly sorry for your loss. My heart breaks at the thought of what you must be going through. I pray that God will help you through this unimaginable tragedy. Sending my love and I will continue to keep you all in my thoughts and my prayers. God Bless
Karen Hayes left a message on May 27, 2013:
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Jennifer Dugger left a message on May 27, 2013:
So sorry to the family for their loss. Your are in my thoughts and prayers.
Brendan Teeven left a message on May 27, 2013:
I met Josh this past fall in Spanish class and we instantly became friends. He gave off so much of a fun vibe that it was always smiles and laughter when we were in class or ate lunch together. One day when we were eating lunch we were talking about football at UD and how I was supposed to try and come back from my injury in the spring and play. I was very timid about playing again and lost all believe in myself as an athlete. Josh gave me some great advice that day just trying to help me gain my confidence saying how he watched me play a couple times in high school and new I could play here and just totally got behind me 100% and pushed me to follow my dream of playing here at UD. Well with his help and others I chased my dream and achieved it. It could not have been done without all the people in my corner cheering me on and for that I am forever grateful for a friend like Josh to take my doubts in myself and turn them into self-confidence to go and try and attack this goal. Josh was a great friend and an awesome person. I will never forget his love towards me and will never forget his words of encouragement as I continue on with my athletic career. I will always include him in my pre-game prayers along with my grandfather and will write his initials on my arm band right next to me Papa’s as well. I know this gesture may seem small and insignificant, but it means a lot to me and I hope it shows you one way no matter how small it is, that he will live on through many a different people.
Trish Little left a message on May 26, 2013:
Matt and Sherri, there is no words I can say. I am so sorry,,May the Lord be with you and your family...Love Trish.
RT Foard left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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