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Joshua Paye

1986 - 2023

Joshua Paye obituary, 1986-2023, Cary, NC

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1986

DIED

2023

Joshua Paye Obituary

Joshua Paye

September 30, 1986 - September 22, 2023

Cary, North Carolina - Joshua Kirk Paye (born September 30, 1986) passed away on Friday, September 22, 2023 at age 36. He was a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend. He is survived by his parents, Charles and Sharon Paye; older brother Seth, sister-in-law Laura, and two nephews, Thomas and Theo; younger sisters Ciana and Kiera; and his dog Buddy. He had a successful and enduring career in computer systems engineering. Joshua was a proud dog-owner, world-traveler, talented photographer, avid reader, and was involved in many personal projects where he tinkered with and created things. He will be missed dearly, and his life will be celebrated always.

In lieu of flowers, Joshua's family requests that donations be made to National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI, nami.org).

A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, October 1, 2023 at 11:00 am at William B. Umstead Park (2100 N Harrison Ave. Cary, NC - Reedy Creek Picnic Shelter #2). The service will be held outdoors, casual dress is appropriate.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The News & Observer on Sep. 30, 2023.

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Sue Henderson

September 25, 2024

Difficult times are easier with close family and friends. My thoughts and prayers are with Josh´s family and friends. Keep the happy memories!

Debbie and Craig Goldsmith

November 9, 2023

Sharon and Charles,
We were saddened to hear about your son, Joshua's passing. May his memory always be a blessing to you and the rest of your family.

Lisa

October 27, 2023

I´m so sorry for your loss. Josh, was dear co-worker and kind kind friend. He inspired us with his problem solving, fearlessness, brilliant mind, and tenacity. I´ll miss his wry sense of humor, and his compassionate and patient explanations (while he waited for the rest of us to catch up with what he was thinking). Mostly, I´ll miss his kind heart and friendship.

Fair winds and following seas, my friend. Until we meet again.

Gina Tallman

October 17, 2023

Dear Charles and Sharon,
Please accept my most profound sympathy in the loss your of son. My you find healing and peace in the memories you have of him.
Thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
With Love,
Gina Tallman

Mario Guglielmi

October 7, 2023

I am saddened with the loss of Joshua. I was his landlord from 2013 til December 2016. At a young age he was mature and responsible beyond his age at that time. I do know recall how respectful he was when my wife and I needed help in delivering repair items.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Mario & Jo Guglielmi

Matt and Carolyn Long

October 1, 2023

Charles and Sharon,

We were so sorry to hear about the passing of your son Joshua. Please know that you are in our prayers!

Matt and Carolyn Long

Terry Jones

October 1, 2023

I am shocked and sad to find out about Josh´s passing. He was a brilliant coworker with a great sense of humor and adventure. Condolences to the family and many friends.

Debra Roades Kubiet

September 30, 2023

Charles and Sharon,
There are no words to express my sadness for you and your family. May you find comfort in the many fond memories you have and know Joshua is smiling down at each of you. Debbie Kubiet

Jean M Plunkett

September 29, 2023

I´m am so sorry for the loss of your beloved son. Our prayers are with you during this difficult time. Dan and Jean Plunkett. Charlene´s sister and brother-in- law

craig adamski

September 29, 2023

Dear Charles and Sharon,

I am so, so very sorry to hear about Joshua. I cannot imagine the pain you are going through but please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

craig adamski

Billy and Pam

September 28, 2023

We are so sad to hear of Joshua´s passing. There are no words but may time make the hole you feel a little smaller and fill it with memories and love he shared with you, his family and friends.

We have made a donation in Joshua´s name. Mental health is so under funded and needs to be placed at the forefront of health issues and receive the treatment and funding of other illnesses.

Billy and Pam

Jerry and Roberta Grotstein

September 27, 2023

Dear Charles and Sharon,
So sorry to hear about the loss of your son Joshua. Please know we are thinking of you and you have our sincere condolences.

Kristian

September 27, 2023

I am so sorry to hear of Josh´s passing. I always appreciated his sense of humor and kindness. And I will always fondly remember the time we went to a fantastic concert and, due to some luck, got upgraded to the best seats in the house.

Ash

September 27, 2023

I'm so sad to hear of Josh's passing. I will miss talking to and hanging out with Josh- he was a great friend with a strong ethical and moral compass. At work he always stood up for me and shared a wealth of knowledge, and in friendship he was always up for adventure. I still laugh at the time we went for a walk in Sunnyvale and got lost and we ended up walking 6.5 miles at midnight which he claimed was only a 15 minute detour. He offered much to many in a lifetime cut far too short. RIP Josh- and may the grace of time heal the tempest of grief left in his wake.

Len Spevak

September 27, 2023

Charles & Sharon,
I´m so saddened to hear about the loss of your son Joshua. Please, accept my sincere condolences.
Donation to NAMI has been made in his name.
Len Spevak

Matt

September 27, 2023

I remember our disk golf and ping-pong outings fondly. I always admired him for his passion for his interests and his ability to master them.

Ron and Karen Wertenberg

September 27, 2023

Sharon and Charles....We are so very sorry to hear the news of your son´s passing. What a shock! May you find peace in remembering the good times.

Margery Walls

September 27, 2023

Sharon and Charles- we are so sorry to hear of your son's passing, May the love of friends and family bring you comfort!

Marge & Kevin Walls

Matt Wescom

September 27, 2023

I am very sorry for your loss. Josh was my coworker, travel companion and my friend.

Joel

September 27, 2023

Condolences to the Paye family and friends. He was an amazingly talented and a good person. Josh will be missed.

Lisa Bell

September 26, 2023

Hugh & I extend our sincere condolences on the loss of your son Joshua! May the memories you share with family and friends comfort you in the days ahead. We have made a donation to NAMI in his memory. Hugs and prayers for you and your family!
Hugh & Lisa Bell

Nancy Draughon

September 26, 2023

Sending love and prayers for you and your family

Susan Cortilet-Jones

September 26, 2023

Sharon and Charles- we are so saddened to hear about the loss of your son Joshua. We will donate to NAMI in his name. NAMI is such an important advocacy org for so many. Susan and Bill Jones

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