Celebration of Life
The Well Church in Sandy, Utah, 9539 South 700 East, Sandy Utah 84094Saturday Jan 24, 2026: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
1984 ~ 2026
Saturday Jan 24, 2026: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Joshua (Josh) Michael Perry passed away unexpectedly on Friday, January 16, 2026, in Sandy, Utah.
Josh (41) was a devoted husband, a loving father, and a man of deep Christian faith. He was exceptionally engaged and invested in the lives of his children and poured his heart into raising them with laughter, an active lifestyle, and a life centered on God. His faith guided every part of his life, and he sought to honor the Lord in all that he did.
Josh lived a selfless life and will be remembered for the impact he had on countless others. His sense of humor, devotion to his children, and love of the outdoors were central to who he was. An outdoor and sports enthusiast, Josh enjoyed camping and boating with his family, hunting with his father and friends, and spending time with his extended family. He loved sharing his passions with his children and could often be found coaching their sports teams, supporting other youth teams, and passing on his love for activities like mountain biking, fishing, swimming, and golfing. Raised in Vermont, he developed a lifelong appreciation for nature and skiing, passions that led him west during college and shaped the active life he loved.
Josh is survived by his wife, Caress; his daughter, Isabel (12); his son, Uriah (9); his father, Robert (73); his mother, Michele (73); his sister, Sarah (44); and his brother, Christopher (42).
A celebration of Josh’s life will be held on Saturday, January 24, at 10:00 a.m. at The Well Church in Sandy, Utah, 9539 South 700 East, Sandy Utah 84094.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a GoFundMe page established to help support the family during this difficult time.
2 Timothy 4:5–8
“But you, keep your head in all situations, endure hardship, do the work of an evangelist, discharge all the duties of your ministry.
For I am already being poured out like a drink offering, and the time for my departure is near.
I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.
Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing."
Any death hits hard but at times there are deaths so inconceivable that the mind refuses to believe it. How can the world still be a world without him in it? I suspect that thought has entered others’ heads; it has haunted mine too.
And I have no answer for it. I thought there was a line of verse I almost remembered from decades ago that touched on it but I’m convinced now it doesn’t exist. How could it? Really, what would it say?
In my world Josh still bounds in a room to own it. Still shines with the toss of his head and a mischievous grin that was always present. It was as if he made the world happy by simply showing up and then somehow he could reflect that happiness back on anyone present, like a hall of mirrors facing the sun.
He was a special one, a rare one. Someone for whom you have to accept his passing simply because it’s proof that this is a strange and awful world and nothing is to be done about it.
Except, I suppose, to be grateful for the time we knew that special one bounding into the room with that magnificent grin.
We will never see his like again.
It is with great heartache and sadness that I write this condolence about my sweet nephew, Josh. We loved calling him "Little Joshie" as he was the youngest of all the grandchildren, very loved and cared for by everyone in the Perry Family. He grew up having a zest for life, and a strong commitment to friends and family members alike. His sense of humor and stand up comedy had us all in stitches...something we looked forward to as we knew he was always the life of the party! He grew to be a devoted man of God and took his faith very seriously and personally, raising his children to know, love, and serve the Lord. Our loss will always be a void that never heals until we meet in heaven...you paved the way to our eternal home, Josh, although gone from this world way too soon. There is no question that you are in the arms of our loving Jesus. I will forever be, "YOUR" Aunt Jane xoxoxo
My world was rocked to its core receiving the devastating news of my dear friend Josh’s untimely passing!!!!!!!!!! Josh was one of many close friends and his deep caring ways and his uncanneying ability to lend a listening ear to help me and my precious family means the world to us His love of. Nature and the hours spent with this man of the great god above is beyond words !!! To Josh’s dear family god bless you and comfort you as you cope with this this event and all your many many memory’s assist you now and coming day’s and warm your hearts with love and admiration!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Josh!!! I look forward to seeing you on
a dusty trail in the eternities!!! So long for now and may the angles of heaven watch over you Josh!!!!!!!!!!!! God bless you!! Peace my angelic bro Skyler😂😂😂😂😂😂❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Our condolences. May your soul rest in peace.
Rip that dude ig
Our deepest sympathies and prayers for comfort and strength to Caress and family.
Hello Carees - sending you my family's deepest sympathy. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We wish you peace and strength as you navigate these difficult days.
May Joshua rest in eternal peace with the Almighty God.
Love and prayers,
Virginia Sapkota
Offering support and sending love at this time of loss🤍
Hi Caress,
I cannot imagine the pain that you're going through with the loss of your husband, Josh.
Please know that you are in my thoughts & prayers. I am praying for your comfort, peace & for the strength & healing for the kids as well..
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
The last time I saw Josh, we were out camping, sharing our love for the outdoors. Despite getting rained out and freezing our butts off, it was an unforgettable time. I’ll always hold that memory close. This is how we will honor you. Rest in peace, brother.
We are so very sad to hear of Josh’s passing. Our hearts go out to you all.
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My heart felt condolences to you Carress and the rest of family for the loss of your Husband Josh. .. the Lord God saying He is holding you with His right righteous hand as you go thru this .. Isaiah 41v10 .. He further says He will never leave you nor forsake you.. May you experience His Presence .. His care and love .. Jesus is with you now and forevermore 🙏🏾I continue to pray for you ❤️
Sorry for your loss. I knew Josh from elementary school. 🕊️
When I first read the news article, I couldn’t believe it. I was in complete shock.
Josh was one of the very first people I met when I arrived in the United States, a place that felt completely unfamiliar at the time. He went camping with me, Mom Perry, and Dad Perry, and from the very beginning, he never treated me like an outsider. Instead, he welcomed me with genuine warmth and kindness, like a true older brother.
After that wonderful camping trip, one memory that remains especially vivid is Christmas in 2008. Josh had told us he wouldn’t be able to come to Utah because of work, but then, very late at night, he suddenly showed up as a complete surprise. That moment is still so clear in my mind, and it is a memory I will always hold close to my heart.
I am deeply grateful for the love and kindness Josh showed me during such an important and formative time in my life. My thoughts are with the Perry family, and I would like to extend my deepest condolences during this incredibly difficult time.