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Memorial service for Joshua Smallwood, 24, of Sidney, MT, formerly of San Francisco, CA are pending for a later date in San Francisco, CA. Joshua died at his home in Sidney, MT on June 9, 2017.

Joshua Francis Smallwood
September 16, 1992 - June 9, 2017

Place of Birth: San Francisco, California
Residence: Sidney, Montana, formerly of San Francisco, CA
Age: 24

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Joshua was born in San Francisco, California where he grew up with seven brothers and sisters. He graduated from Philip Burton High School in San Francisco. From an early age, he showed an interest in writing and playing music. He attended St. Paul of the Shipwreck Catholic Church with his family and received his confirmation in the Catholic Faith. Joshua was an active member of the SF Public Library Teen Council and was also active in his school drama club. Joshua moved to Sidney, MT, and it was his home for the last two years.

Joshua died at his home in Sidney, MT on June 9, 2017.

He is survived by his parents, maternal grandmother, 7 brothers and sisters and a wealth of family and friends.

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Kerry Denardo (Sidney, MT)
Jun 13, 2017

Josh was a very nice young man .He will be miss in our community of Sidney MT .He was very talented .He played the piano for us .He always made a person laugh.He was full of awesome stories.He worked for us for a time and was a very hard worker.He talked about being close to his sister were sorry for your loss.Joe &Kerry Denardo

Rhonda (San francisco, Ca)
Jun 13, 2017

Me and josh at the top candy, nick, Jamie, John, and our dad

Josh was my little brother we are 3 years apart and we grew up very close we went to school together and always talked about screen plays he wanted to right he loved root beer and coke and his favorite candy were Charleston chews he loved that candy so much my little brother had a really old soul and a voic that matched he was so generous always helping me with my kids and checking on us my heart hurts so bad right now I just want my little brother back he said he would come visit us and now he won't just please pray for my family

Star Smallwood-Smith (Harrison, Ar)
Jun 13, 2017

My favorite photo of Joshua, he just looks so cool!

Josh was my little brother. He was an old soul, he loved Jazz and Swing from the 1940s. He would write these short stories that would just amaze you. I loved him, I will miss him for the rest of my life.

Gina Bissell (San Mateo , CA)
Jun 14, 2017

I have known the Smallwood family for over 25 yrs, and I have been blessed to have taught many of the kids in this family. Every single one of them were unique and brought so much life to whatever they did and accomplished. Joshua was so special, he was such a wonderful young boy who grew into a wonderful young man. He was very talented, somewhat soft spoken at times, and had a great heart, just like his mom, dad, and siblings. I will cherish the memories I have of him as a young boy, and also as a big brother to his little brother Jamie. Joshua might have left this earth too soon, but we can honor his memory and never forget the amazing person he became. May you rest in peace in the presence of our Lord. May eternal light shine upon you <3

Victor castro (San francisco, Ca)
Jun 14, 2017

Our deepest condolences for the loss of this special human being. Our prayers go out to the family

Candy Smallwood
Jun 14, 2017

He would never let me take photos of him

I loved my brother. I used to take him to dinner for his birthday; chevys and olive garden, and I would tell the waitperson that is was his birthday, and they would sing and he would get so embarassed. He would talk alot, tell stories, talk about his dreams of being a director, a writer, make movies, war films, everything. His big dreams made you want to think and dream big. He was so inspiring. He would tell me about the movies he was working on, or the stories he was writing. I loved him so much. He was a collector, and one day he brought a bag of movies and dvd's to my apartment to hold, and inside one of the bags was a helmet from some war. Its was so heavy, and I was like "why does this kid have a helmet." When he lived in SF, every time he had a place to live, I went and visited him. He was always welcome at my apartment, and would come over, sit in my chair, lean back cross his leg over, cross his arms and chat. I remember how proud I was to go with him shoe shopping for his first real job at the movie theater. He was so kind that he wanted a cheap pair from payless. I remember standing there while he looked for black boots for his big feet. He had really big feet. I hated that he was taller then me. He had a beautiful smile, a half smirk, it was so sarcastic, and witty. We didnt talk much the last few years, but everytime we spoke I told him I loved him. We were talking about me taking the train up to visit him in Montana this summer. I was hoping to go in August, and I was starting to figure out routes for my train adventure, I was planning a stop in Sidney to visit him. I always thought he would be here. I never thought he would be gone so soon. Josh, you will be missed. You will be missed. Your talent, your humor, your laugh, your deep voice, your stories, your modesty around your family, your adventures with women, and how sharp you dressed all the time. You were such a sharp dresser. You will always be missed. My brother. My little brother. I love you. Bye Bye Blackbird. Rest easy bro. Rest easy.

Maria Hodge (Crane, MONTANA)
Jun 14, 2017

RIP Josh I hope your in peace now .My deepest condolences to your Family and Friends

Kelly Reisig (Sidney, Montana)
Jun 14, 2017

Josh's Press Pass for the Trump Jr. Event

I had the honor of meeting Josh while we were cast in a local play together. Josh was such a talented guy. Not only could he act with the best, but he could sing and play piano. Two favorites from the 30's/40's era that he sang especially beautiful were "A Little on the Lonely Side" and "As Long As I Live". He was also an extremely gifted writer and he showcased his talents as a reporter at the RoundUp. His story about our library was picked up by two different statewide publications. The photo I selected is actually a copy of his press pas. He was chosen to cover the Donald Trump Jr./Gianforte rally and he was so excited to get this pass. He gave it to me as a momento. There will never be another like you Josh. You are loved and will be missed forever.

Fred MacVaugh (Williston, ND)
Jun 14, 2017

Josh joined Sidney, MT's MonDak Writers group in 2016 and consistently wowed everyone of us with his stories, passion for writing, and love of music. One of the most talented young writers I've ever had the privilege to read and hear, he will be missed. Really missed. My condolences to his family and loved ones. He was a remarkable man.

The Smallwood family (San Francisco , Ca)
Jun 15, 2017

My family would like to thank all of you for your kind words about our Joshua please don't hesitate to tell others that knew him to leave comments I plan on printing this out and posting your kind words at his funeral we feel so happy to know how loved he was

kehanna (sidney, mt)
Jun 17, 2017

Rest in peice josh! Thank you for always making me smile. Thank you for the meetings. I wish you had told me the truth in Iga. You were an exceptional person with a heart of gold that you wore on your sleeve. Prayers to your family and friends.

Aldis Fischer (FAIRVIEW, MONTANA)
Jun 19, 2017

I met Josh a couple years ago. He was such a nice young man. I loved hearing his stories. He would sing karaoke. His voice was amazing! So very beautiful. I am very sad to hear we lost him. My deepest sympathies to Josh's family and friends. You are in my prayers. Rest peacefully my friend.??

Michael Shaffer (Sidney, MT)
Jun 20, 2017

"Joshua" When I first met Josh, He was pretty much done on his luck. Coming to North Dakota to make it rich, he found out that is was a little tougher than that. My brother and I noticed something special in Josh so I moved him into a camper in my yard and supplied him with work. Josh became a part of my family. I have watched Josh go through so much and I have seen him conquer his problems and grow. We became his Montana family. He also not only gained us but he gained many other friends and family, Eva, Mary and many others that really cared for Josh. He will truly be missed

Kristi Williams (Sidney, Montana)
Apr 14, 2020

I miss Josh so much. I Believe we had an amazing love. He was such a blessing in my life.y heart aches so much for the time we didn't get. If I close my eyes and sit real still...I can feel him. I will never forget Josh and never stop missing him either.
Josh...I'm a real sad tomato....
Heart and soul
Kristi

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