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Joshua "Josh" Thomas Schlesinger

Tempe, AZ
April 22, 1977 - May 4, 2024
Apr 22, 1977 - May 4, 2024
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Candy's surprise birthday par…
2023
Candy's surprise birthday party
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Josh - thanks for being there.  I love you.  
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When Joshua became my step son he welcomed me into his family with open arms and open love. He was a wonderful presence in my life and I enjoyed our talks and texts that we shared. He lived his life on his terms and enjoyed it to every moment. I will miss his smile, laughter and yes his dimples. Thank you Josh for becoming part of my family. I love you💜
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To the one and only grill master
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2024, ASU - Tempe Campus, Tempe, AZ, USA
Josh and the girls at a hockey game
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My condolences to Josh's family. I first met Josh when I moved into the Vela community with my girlfriend and we have been neighbors for several years. We would often hang out near the Vela pool, grill out and chat about anything from sports to business endeavors. I will never forget the day he taught me his secret to cooking some really good chicken drumsticks smothered in carribean jerk sauce that I still make to this day. I will never forget how generous he was and he was a prime example of how to create a community. 

Until we meet again buddy.

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My condolences to Josh's family. I first met Josh when I moved into the Vela.  He made me feel right at home right away and introduced me to every person in the community.  We quickly became great friends and spent many nights cooking food and drinking beer in the mansion at Vela. The more I got to know about josh the more I liked him. He had an infectious smile and laugh that just brought people together. He taught me what it means to be a good friend because of his loyalty and generosity.  He put everyone else’s needs in front of his own and would  go out of his way to help anyone at any time. I truly believe I’m a better person because of how much I learned from Josh.  I will miss him so much.  Rest in peace pal. 
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Was very proud of his family.…
2020, Phoenix, AZ, USA
Was very proud of his family. He always shared photos of family get togethers.
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Went to explore the mountains…
2020, Superstition Mountains
Went to explore the mountains and as soon as we arrived we decided to go back home hahah!
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I learned the value of friendship and how to be a better friend. Josh was a great friend. He always stayed in touch and had a very peaceful nature. I never saw him argue or fight with anyone.
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Out for drinks !
2016, Tempe, AZ, USA
Out for drinks ! — with Josh & Toby
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1994, Bourbonnais, IL, USA
Having breakfast probably after a sleepover!!
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2023, Phoenix, AZ, USA
Last picture I got with Josh. We went out in early October while passing through on my way back to LA.
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Josh knew how to live life. I can confidently say that I would not have nearly as many friends at Vela if Josh was not a larger than life gregarious and friendly constant at the pool.  Solitary and meek I relegated myself to a pool corner as two young ladies entered the pool and started chatting amongst themselves.  Josh, always the friendly provocateur loudly said if we knew each other and said to introduce ourselves. Cringing, I went along with his ploy and and even attended a lunch courtesy of big Josh.  I can now proudly call Becca and Hannah two of my closer friends at Vela and have Josh to thank for that. The fact that I had far too much to drink and proceeded to make a fool out of myself at the restaurant is something Josh always reminded me of and always brought a smile to both our faces.  I likened Josh to the unofficial mayor of the Vela pool, and the nicest bartender ever, his grapefruit vodkas poolside always were extra strong.  Every time I go to the pool it won’t be the same without Josh’s presence. 
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Good times at the VELA
2024, Vela
Good times at the VELA
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My condolences to the family. I will miss josh a lot he was the first person I met when I moved to vela and got to become great friends I got to share a lot of memories and spend time with him I will truly miss him i am very sorry for the loss rest in peace buddy.
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I was crushed to hear one of my good friends had passed, Josh will truly be missed and remembered. We had a lot of good memories together at the Vela apartments, a lot of drinking by the pool and enjoying the company of other good friends. I'm glad I met this man, and was able to call him my friend. He is someone I enjoyed being around and hanging out with.

Rest in peace my friend, I will remember you always. 

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2023, Tempe, AZ, USA
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2023, Mullett Arena, South Packard Drive, Tempe, AZ, USA
Josh and his good friends at an ASU HOCKEY Game
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Josh's - 350-mile Swim Relay on Lake Michigan -- photo w/Harry Caray
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Laughlin, Nevada with Family & Friends
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