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Joshua Bray
July 2, 2015
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Joshua Bray, 22, entered into rest on July 2, 2015 in Manteca, Ca. He was born on [ ]May 25, 1993 in Hayward, Ca. He is preceded in death by his grandmother, Sandra Bray, uncle’s Joshua Bray and Tim Dean.
Joshua is survived by his loving family; parents Vincent and Christina Bray, siblings; Jesse Williams, Jessica Bray, Michael Bray, Amy Medeiros and Sabrina Medeiros, grandparents; Cheryl and Robert Dean, Richard and Barbara Allen and Kenneth Bray, aunts and uncles; Jenny McKinley, Rick Dean, Margaret and Gary Murray, Lellania Adams, Thaddeus Bray, Brian Bray, Paula Tschida and Timothy Stonich. He is also survived by two cousins who he loved and thought of as his siblings; Kaylee and Chase McKee.  In addition, Joshua leaves behind a huge extended family and close friends who loved him dearly.
Joshua graduated from Manteca High School in 2012 where he was involved in the Swim Team, Link Crew and The Morning Show. Throughout the last few years Joshua was employed at various restaurants in the area; most recently working at Applebee’s as a cook. Joshua looked forward to every October where he worked for Dell’Osso family farms.  He was a self-taught musician where he played the piano, guitar and the drums. He loved cookies, spending time at the beach, hanging out with friends, listening to music and playing video games. He was a huge advocate on anti-bullying as he always took time out to smile or hug someone along the way. Joshua had a huge heart as it was always overflowing with unconditional love to his family and friends. Joshua will be remembered for his infectious personality, his amazing sense of humor and his carefree spirit. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
P.L. Fry & Son is honored to be serving the Bray family. A celebration of life service will be held on [ ]Wednesday, July 8, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. at P.L. Fry & Son Chapel 290 N. Union Rd. Manteca, Ca. In lieu of flowers donations can be sent toSuicide Prevention 120 Wall Street, 29th Floor New York, NY 10005. An online guest book is available for condolences to the family atwww.plfryandson.com (search obituaries). Tuesday, July 7, 2015