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Journal

Thursday, March 18, 2004 8:40 PM CST

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Josiah's funeral on March 17, 2004 was a
wonderful celebration of his life.
There were about 400 people there.
( The funeral home said it was their
second largest funeral.)
Everyone was touched by his amazing
faith and courage.
My husband had recorded him a few weeks
before on tape and Josiah told that
he loved his Mom but he loved Jesus more.
He loved everyone but loved Jesus more.
He also sang the song "Shout to the Lord"
on a tape he had recorded himself. Many
of his favorite worship songs were played.
Josiah was the most amazing young man.
I will never get over losing him but I
am getting better. I know without a doubt
that that little boy is with the Lord.
I would not even be suprised to see him
sitting next to Jesus when I get to go
home too.
Many people have said "Josiah did not
deserve to die" but I say he did. He
completed his mission here on earth and
got to go home to be with God. He did in
10 short years what it takes the rest of
us 40 ,60 or even 80 years to get right.
He has touched so many people I am so
proud that I was given this precious gift
from God to raise. I am honored to have
been his Mom.

Josiah's Dad,Gabriel is putting together a book about Josiah and
he is saving the e-mails,cards, and messages to put in the book.

This is the journal entry Josiah's
girl friend wrote the day he died.
It is very touching and we wanted to
share it with you, it is the purest
love letter I have ever read.

March 13, 2004


Dear Diary,

Today is Saturday. This morning something happened-Joey saw Jesus. I
know Joey had brain tumor, but I wanted
him to live. Jesus wanted him out of his hurt and wanted him with him.
Joey was a good friend and he loved me till the end. Now he can smile and walk.
His right side that is gone is well and he has a new one, and I thank Jesus he can
be happy and isn't embarrassed. I thank Jesus he can go to heaven.
Joey have fun up there. Be happy, be free and don't worry about me. You
don't have to wait till your 3 times
older than you are or more to see Jesus and everybody you love up there. I'll be up
there soon. Wait and see. The last I saw you were disappointed you couldn't smile.
You said you were unlucky. Now, you are the most lucky of all. You got out of this cruel
world and got to walk on streets of pure gold. I wonder what's up there. You are the
most smartest, smarter than I and I hope you will understand why I didn't
cry because I you are in a better place and I don't want to make it any harder on you.
Because in heaven you can't cry or be sad. Your not supposed to. "Truth or Dare?"
you said, I picked truth, you asked if I loved you, I yes. Don't be sad you can't marry me. I still
love you. And when I marry someone else
don't be disappointed, I love you, I miss you too. Jesus loves you too as you know.
I am really sad for you, but very happy for you. You always served God, first thing in the
morning. "God is first" is what you'd say. Josiah I
love you and I miss you. I'll see you
soon. You'll see. Just wait. I'll be there. Don't give up. Good Bye. XXOO
XXOO XXOO!!! Good Bye for now. I love
you more that you think.
Forever Yours
Brittany



This was written over the a three page span in her book at the bottom she had scriptures
they are as follows

There is a time for everything and season for every activity under Heaven ... Eccles 3:1

But if we walk in the light as he is in the light we have fellowship with one another... John 1:7

Serve the Lord with gladness come before Him joyful songs Psalms 100:2







If you would still like to send cards or anything else, send to:
Gabriel or Kelly Leonard
3301 Plateau Circle
Killeen, Tx.76542
God Bless you all.

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