PARRSBORO & MONCTON, N.B. – Captain Joshua B. “Josh” Paris, age 29, of Moncton, and formerly of Parrsboro passed away Tuesday, March 15, 2016 in Moncton as the result of a tragic car accident.
Born in Amherst, he was the son of James and Betty Anne (Berry) Paris, Parrsboro.
Josh was a truck driver with Kent Building Supplies (Trinity Drive) in Moncton for many years.
Through his teenage years, he was very active within his community, and always willing to give a helping hand. Captain Paris had a long and distinguished military career with the Air Cadets. He began his career with Squadron 689 RCACS, Parrsboro becoming a CIC Officer in 2005. As well, he spent many summers with the CFB Greenwood Training Centre. Most recently, he was the operations officer for Cloud Lake Training Centre in Greenwood. Captain Paris was invited to take command of Squadron 154 Amherst, assuming the role of Commanding Officer on September 16, 2015. His dedication and passion for the Cadet Program was widely respected by CIC members across Canada. Captain Paris will be fondly remembered by all those who had the pleasure of working with him.
Besides his parents, he is survived by his wife, the former Jessica Cormier; a daughter, Adele, at home; a sister, Nicole Hall (Judson), Truro; his only niece, Sofia Hall; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. He was also expecting his second child in August. As well, survived by his grandfather, Reg Rushton, Oxford.
Visitation took place on Friday, March 18, 2016 at Smith’s Funeral Home, Parrsboro. Funeral on Saturday, March 19, 2016 at the Parrsboro Baptist Church, Rev. Emmanuel Mutale officiating. Burial in the church cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to the Joshua Paris Family Fund through the Parrsboro, Moncton or Amherst Branches of RBC, or at Smith’s Funeral Home, Parrsboro. Online condolences to www.smithsfuneralhome.com