Joshua Lucas Struminger
September 9, 1975 ~ May 4, 2018
Marietta Southern Cremations & Funerals
Joshua Lucas Struminger passed away on May 4th , 2018. He is survived by his son, Gavin James Struminger of Cumming, his sister, Nancy Sisson-Ginn of Acworth, his brothers, Guy Sisson of Woodstock, and Jody Struminger of Marietta, and his mother, Tessa Sisson of Marietta.
Josh was born on September 9th, 1975 in Essex, England. He attended Avon House Kindergarten. He emigrated to the USA with his family in 1981, and attended Underwood Hills Elementary School in Sandy Springs, and The Atlanta International School in Buckhead.
He was a loving father, son, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, and a wonderful friend to all who knew him. His passions were fast cars and slow boats, and spent time enjoying both with his beloved son, Gavin.
A gathering to Celebrate Josh's life is scheduled for Thursday, May 17th, at 12 noon at Cheatham Hill Memorial Park in Marietta. All are welcome to attend, and encouraged to share memories and stories of our beloved Josh.
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Josh was one of my oldest friends. I remember when he would ride up to Roswell Fun Machines with Chad and Cade on their crotch rockets and then I just thought they were the coolest dudes ever. Not long after that we all became pretty good friends. We delivered pizza at Papa John’s together for years. We always had a love for cars and bikes and I think that’s what kept us all together. I will truly miss Josh very much.
Josh was famous for helping the stranded motorists he loved. I ran out of gas once (the gas gauge was broken I swear!). I was alone at night on the side of the road… and one call to Josh I had a tow truck there within minutes (this model you couldn’t just refill and it worked again) and he had my car fixed within a day. So many people have stories like this. He would always help you… no matter what you needed. I will miss him deeply. Rest peacefully, my dear brother. – Amanda Struminger
I met Josh when he was dating Christie , my niece. Then that precious baby Gavin was born and it was a joyous day. I recall being at Josh and Christie’s house and hearing Josh teaching Gavin how to properly wash his hands; it was precious. I recall him singing “Have a Holly, Jolly Christmas “ to little Gavin, because Gavin liked that song. I heard him talk to Gavin when he was a little older; impressing upon Gavin the importance of treating one’s family with kindness and respect, for, after all, no one is more important than ones family. Josh always treated me with kindness and love, even when our families were no longer united by marriage. I will miss him. I thank him for teaching his son kindness and how to be a gentleman. Rest In Peace Josh.
I have only had the blessing of having josh in my life for a few years. He has been my night and shining armor on so many occasions, I can’t remember what I did with out him before and what my life will be with out him. He’s my friend my advisor, sometimes great sometimes it doesn’t go how we planned but some how josh made it happen. He was my boyfriends dear friend but also helped me through several of my home life problems… Including helping me put my platform bed back together last week……. I dont know how he could fix everything!!! But he did. He found a way. We called his mom several months back to hear her accent…. She told us a story a bout a little boy named joshey…. He turned red and smiled so big as d and I fell in love with his love for his mom. Josh had a great heart and would anything in his power for the people he loves. His son was his world, the best thing in his life. He lived for him and cherished every moment he ever had with him. A great soul for sure. Never forgotten… He made sure of leaving his impact of everyone he encountered
I will miss him deeply. The first Christmas after my separation from my ex husband, he knew that myself and my 4 yo would be alone on Christmas. I was invited into Tessa’s home for Christmas Eve and never felt like an outsider. He always had a smile and made me laugh. I absolutely adored Josh and will miss him so very much! One in a million.
I am truly sorry for your loss of Joshua. Please accept my sincere condolences. I hope the Struminger family find comfort and strength in Jesus promise of the earthly resurrection, where death will be eliminated forever. This promise is given by our heavenly father, Jehovah. Truly, what a glorious and unbelievable day that will be, for God cannot lie!
My thoughts and prayers are with the Strumminger family during this time. I have known Josh since around 1st grade. Josh was one of those special people who weave in and out of your life, but always there during what I call life events. I enjoyed the fun and mischief we experienced together and will miss his friendly smile and willingness to go the extra mile for his friends. RIP Josh, you were loved by many and are not forgotten.