https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/joshua-r-townsend/ The latest user comments on Joshua R. Townsend en-us https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/joshua-r-townsend/#c196129 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/joshua-r-townsend/#c196129 Rip Sun, 29 Apr 2018 10:57:32 -0700 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/joshua-r-townsend/#c182105 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/joshua-r-townsend/#c182105 I was attached to Josh's team for the duration of that deployment. I don't know what made me think of him tonight but I remember the night on the base he sat down with the regular poker guys and wanted to play a few hands. He found out quickly we played very serious and stern poker. One of the first big hands I had a monster hand and keept betting big. He called every bet (including my all in) and lost. I didn't realize he wanted to play a friendly house game... (I was the most Jr augmentee attached to their team and felt very weird about it) He left quickly and i thought he was a little mad. Later that night i sheepishly went to his hooch to give him a picture (one of many I had taken and developed throughout some of our times on missions, in an attempt to make amends. He loved the picture, gave me a bro hug and promised he wasn't mad about anything. He hung the picture I took of his team/truck on his mirror. I was just curious where that pic might be now and to let anyone who's interested know;I have a few others. Fri, 06 Nov 2015 03:24:15 -0800 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/joshua-r-townsend/#c71781 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/joshua-r-townsend/#c71781 To the family and friends of Joshua I am sorry for your loss in your time of mourning i would like to leave a promise the bible hold out about being able to see your love ones again at John 5:28 it reads Do not marvel at this for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come. I hope this can provide some comfort for you all Tue, 13 Mar 2012 08:54:28 -0700 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/joshua-r-townsend/#c65634 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/joshua-r-townsend/#c65634 I miss you every day Joshua. I will always remember the last four words you spoke to me. They are what makes you not being here bearable. Until we meet again. I love you forever and always. Sat, 31 Dec 2011 03:23:37 -0800 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/joshua-r-townsend/#c43691 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/joshua-r-townsend/#c43691 I don't know this soldiers as I'm just visiting the website. I thank him and his family for his dedication to our county. Thank you for keeping America free and protecting our beliefs. It's because heroes like you my very young daughter will be able to live freely in this wonderful country. Thank you from the bottom of my heart! RIP Fri, 31 Dec 2010 02:08:56 -0800 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/joshua-r-townsend/#c20367 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/joshua-r-townsend/#c20367 It is approaching the one year mark of losing one of my best friends as well as a huge mentor. To this day I have a hard time actually believing that Josh is not here, and not on a mission. He was a protector of not only the United States, but also a guardian to me since we first met.I have a few tattoo's in Josh's memory and even his tags that he wore, it's a painful yet constant reminder of a friend I will never forget and a friend I will always love. My only regret is that my son (Nicholas) never got to meet the the greatest person I have ever met. But he will know Josh through the stories I will tell about a true hero. I miss you Towny! Sat, 02 Jan 2010 11:54:00 -0800 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/joshua-r-townsend/#c10375 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/joshua-r-townsend/#c10375 I feel so blessed to have called Josh Townsend a friend. He was so kind and his goofy sense of humor could always bring a smile to my face. Josh was a huge part of some of the happiest times of my life. I could always count on Josh for straight-forward advice and he was always there for me when I needed him. I am so proud of him and the decisions he made in his life. Josh is a true hero and I will always look up to him. He will always hold a very special place in my heart. Fri, 23 Jan 2009 11:32:04 -0800 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/joshua-r-townsend/#c10373 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/joshua-r-townsend/#c10373 I am saddened by the tragic loss of our Special Forces warrior, great man and friend. I first met Josh down range in Afghanistan and the first impression of him was a lasting one. He was a man who was extremely proficient at his work and one who was admired by both American and Afghan forces. I will miss you brother… Fri, 23 Jan 2009 06:52:12 -0800 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/joshua-r-townsend/#c10346 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/joshua-r-townsend/#c10346 Dr Amos Townsend (Colonel, USAF ret'd) has asked me for address and phone # for Joshua's next of kin. He lives in Lee, NH and believes Joshua may be a "Relative". Dr Townsend is a "Warrior" with 2 Voluntary tours in Vietnam and gave-up Brig Gen to work for World Health Orgn (Long Term) in SouthEast Asia. Please help. Thanks. DW Tue, 20 Jan 2009 06:37:45 -0800 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/joshua-r-townsend/#c10337 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/joshua-r-townsend/#c10337 Josh was a special friend to many of those growing up in the Santa Ynez Valley. His confidence an leadership ability was evident at an early age. He was a "hard charger", knowing what he wanted and knowing he would not be denied. He was also able to make connections that settled in ones heart. I have one of those places in my heart and I will always remember Josh. Tue, 20 Jan 2009 10:45:31 -0800