Captain Joshua B. Paris
1987 - 2016
Paris, Captain Joshua B. ³Josh² 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 2-4, 6-8 p.m. on Friday, March 18, 2016 at
Smith¹s Funeral Home, Parrsboro. Funeral 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 19, 2016
at the Parrsboro Baptist Church, Rev. Emmanuel Mutale officiating. Burial in
the church cemetery. Reception to follow at the Parrsboro Legion. Memorial
donations may be made to the Joshua Paris Family Fund through the Parrsboro,
Moncton or Amherst Branches of RBC, or at Smith¹s Funeral Home, Parrsboro.
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[Collected by DAW, 18 Mar 2016]