Joshua Alan Wagner, age 31 of Webster, passed away at his home on August 1, 2017. The Wagner family will greet friends on Sunday, August 6, 2017 from 2-6:00PM
at Ballard-Sunder Funeral Home, Prior Lake. Mass of Christian Burial will be on Monday, August 7, 2017 at 11AM with a visitation 1-hour prior all at St. Michael Catholic Church, Prior Lake. Joshua will be laid to rest at St. Michael Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Kurt Wagner, Troy Wagner, Michael Borka, Wade Seifert, Brian Borka, Jesse Pexa, Todd Wagner, and Kevin Wagner. Father Jim Van Dorn will preside.
On November 12, 1985 in Shakopee, MN, parents Tim and Mary Kay (Borka) Wagner celebrated the birth of first child, Joshua Alan Wagner. From a young age, Josh exhibited his intelligence—he could read at age 3 and memorize countless facts. He excelled academically at Holy Cross Catholic School (LNMV) of Webster and lettered in academics at New Prague High School.
After Josh’s high school graduation in 2004, he followed in his dad’s footsteps and took certification classes for welding. Josh was employed at Chart Industries, as well as other companies over the years. He was also employed at the Prior Lake VFW in a variety of positions, but his favorite one was being a cook. Josh put his cooking skills to use whenever he could by hosting get-togethers with his family and friends. Delicious food was never in short supply with him cooking.
Josh’s family was the foundation of his life. When he was young, he spent countless hours playing with his siblings at their country home. Summers were filled with trips to Grandma’s house at the lake, fishing, and exploring the outdoors. In the winter, the kids went sledding and snowmobiling. As a family, they went camping often, took many road trips in the motor home, and travelled to countless destinations together.
In his adult years, Josh’s life was enriched when he met Brittany at a concert. His smile alone was enough to catch her attention! The two hit it off and eventually they were happy to announce a new addition, Grayson, to the Wagner family.
The course of Josh’s life was filled with wonderful memories, but he also faced the challenge of addiction. Like many, he had good times and bad, but through it all he had the support of his family and friends. He didn’t let his addiction define him—Josh was a kind, generous individual who cared greatly for others. He will be missed by his parents, Tim and Mary Kay Wagner; sister, Cassandra (Jon) Evans; brother, Jacob (Jamie) Wagner; young son and his mother, Grayson and Brittany; nephew, Elliot Evans; niece, Clara Wagner; grandmothers, Lorraine Borka and Eileen Wagner.
Josh will be greeted in heaven by his grandfathers, Michael Wagner and Norbert Borka.
The Wagner family is cared for by the staff of Balllard-Sunder Funeral Home & Cremation.
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Meg Redetzke DeFor
Mary Kay and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very sad time.
Rich and Darlene Davidson
Mary Kay & Tim & family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Patty Simberg
Tim & Mary Kay
My deepest sympathy to both of you and your family
Elaine and Bob Berndtson
Mary, Tim and Family,
Tender thoughts and sweet memories. So very sorry for your loss.
You have are deepest sympathies.
Janel and Jim Klugherz
Thinking of you Mary Kay and your family. Our thoughts are prayers are with you.
Jim Kraska
My deepest condolences Tim and Mary and family! You are in my thoughts and prayers in this difficult time!
faye schnoor
I do not know you, but my heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of you at this time..So much to live for, and gone too soon. May God keep you in his care…
Lyle Krueger
Tim and Mary Kay: Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. I pray that God and your many friends will help you through this worst of times for any parent.
Lori Heinz
Mary Kay, Tim & family,
You have my heartfelt sympathy. Prayers for peace and comfort at this difficult time.
Barb Ramberg
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. May your wonderful memories of your beloved son sustain you in this time of grief.
Jeff Machacek
Tim and Mary Kay
I’m so sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this sad time.
Sandi Ryan
My heart hurts for your family. I will continue to pray for you all.
Tom and Julie Steller
Our family grieves with you and prays God will be your help and hope in the days ahead. We are so sorry.
Mary C McKenna
Tim, MaryKay and extended family
Hugs to all of you.
I enjoyed working w Josh at the VF. He had a “glass half full” attitude.
Cherish the happy memories
Say his name
Keep traditions
Mary C McKenna
Kay Grosklags
Tim and Mary,
I am so sorry for you. Prayers being sent for you and your family.
Jean Marsh
Mary Kay and Tim. So sorry for your loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers
Tiki Iverson
All of my thoughts and prayers are with you. Praise God for healing
Bob and Elaine Rahbain
Mary Kay & Tim
Prayers and thoughts for you and your family at this diffiult time.
Sally odenthal
Prayers and condolences too all of your families at this difficult time. Sorry to hear such young lives gone much too soon all the time. HUGS TO ALL OF YOUR FAMILIES.
Mallori Nicewanner
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Josh was a great guy who was always fun to be around. I’m so sorry for your loss. Xoxo
Troy and Debbie Nielsen
So sorry for your loss our condolences
Sue Kasendorf
Wagner family, I am so sorry for the loss of your son, Josh. My heart breaks for you! You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Sue Kasendorf
Patty Pavek
Mary, Tim and family, I’m so so sorry for your loss, my deepest sympathy to you!
Tracy Kaderlik-Hein
Tim and Mary, I am so sorry for the loss of your Son. This is horrible and your in my thoughts and prayers. I don’t know what to say except God be with you in this tough time. May everyone surround you and support you.
Teri (Hansen) Serpico
My thoughts and prayers to the whole family for peace & understanding.
Rich & Darcy Chlan
Tim-Mary-Cassie-Jake & extended families,
Our hearts ache for each and every one one of you. You are on our minds often. We pray for soothing comfort through many peaceful signs from Josh. He will always be remembered . Our deepest condolences~
Tracy Affield
I am deeply saddened by your loss. My heart aches for you Mary Kay and Tim, and your entire family also Josh’s many friends. May you all come together in your time of loss and comfort each other.
Mary Olds
Mary and Tim, My most deepest sympathy for you and your families. You are in my prayers.
Alyshia Simone-Fure
Mary Kay & Family, my heart goes out to you. I pray God will give you the strength you need to help you through this great loss. My deepest sympathies to you all.
Jodi Budin
Tim and Mary Kay…..my heart hurts for both of you. Sending love and prayers to you.
Katherine Cunningham
Mary Kay, Tim and Family – you are in our thoughts and prayers. Our deepest condolences on your loss.
Katherine and Joe
Tiki Iverson
Mary,Tim, and family,
All my prayers to you, may God be with all. I am so sorry
Judee Pickhardt-Rettler
Mary Kay and family: May God be with you to calm you in your times of sorrow. My deepest sympathy goes out to you all.
Rand Davis & Joyce Seeley
Mary Kay & Tim, Our deepest condolence and peace be with you during this most difficult time.
Rosie Brown
Tim and Mary Kay,
I’m so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you that loved him!
Brewsters in veseli
Sincerest sympathies to all of you on your loss. He was a great guy and we enjoyed his visits!
Todd and Jill Boeser
We are so sorry that you are Going through this in pushing a child. We know how much you loved him. May your heart be at ease knowing he’s at peace in heaven. You are in our prayers .
PUNNAVITH KOY
I’m so sorry to hear about your loss, I have worked with Josh on a few film projects with Mike Borka. Most recently in May of this year.
Shelley Allison
So sorry for your loss! All my prayers to your family!
Natalie Sherman
Im so very sorry for ur loss. Josh was a great guy. I enjoyed working with him while i did at the vfw. And of course you mary kay. Life isnt fair and can be super hard. Stay strong. And remember so many people are here for you. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
~ Natalie Sherman
Mary Jane Miller
Oh Tim, I remember you as a young boy coming with your mom to my beauty shop. Please accept my sympathy to you, your family and your mom. A very sad and great loss of a handsome young man….
Our prayers are with you.
Deb Schmidt
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son. Cherish your many wonderful memories and know he is in heaven. I remember talking about your children and grandchildren in the pool in Punta Cana. My heart aches for you both.
Leo Theis
I’m so sorry for your lost Tim and Mary Kay , my thoughts and prayers with you and your family as you go through this.
Kathy Roach Bennett
Tim, Mary Kay & family, when someone leaves this world without saying goodbye to his loved ones, it weighs heavy in our hearts. You have been blessed with 31 years of some happy, fun & unpredictable memories that will always be close to your heart. Even though there is nothing but darkness in your life at the present time, one day you will see a rainbow. Take the time to cry and laugh for this will help you heal. Lean on each other, family & friends, for they will comfort you and prvide healing grace. As promised by God, Josh has been lifted up by angels and taken to the Heavenly home where he was greeted by family & friends. My prayer for you all is that you may know that our Heavenly Father will surround you with peace & comfort in your time of need, will always love you and be there for you. God’s peace to you all. Love & hugs.
Orlando
Mary Kay and Tim – My thoughts and prayers are with you and your whole family. Josh always was so positive and put a smile on everyone’s face.
Orlando
Dale. & Peggy Segler
MaryKay & Tim and family. We just heard today about Josh’s passing. So sorry for your loss. We won’t be able to be at any of the farewell services, but you will be in our thoughts. Tell Lorraine we are thinking of her also.
Deb Hafermann-Sagisser
Tim & Mary Kay & family, my deepest sympathies.
Terrie Schoenbauer
Mary and Tim, I am so very sorry for the heartbreaking loss of Josh. May God give you strength to endure each moment forward.
Charlene Skluzacek
Mary and Tim and family,
May God give you all the strength for the days ahead and light for the way.
Allie Siskoff
I met Josh only once, and he left an impact on me with only that one meeting. I was with my sister and we were hanging out with a group of friends at a bonfire in the country. After the bonfire a friend brought us to Josh’s place in Webster, and he offered my sister and me a bowl of some soup he had made. It was delicious! He sat and talked with us, and even with our brief meeting, I could see his magnetic personality come out! He really was a kind and gentle soul! He will be greatly missed by many!! My thoughts and prayers go out to his friends and family and everyone that had their lives touched by this special guy!
Trish Zimmerman
Mary Kay and Tim. My heart goes out to you both and your whole family. I am so very sorry for the loss of your son Josh. I know if Bob was still with us, he would give you a huge hug, (So would I!) Prayers, love and hugs to all of you and your family.
Trish Zimmerman
Jan Seykora
Tim, Mary Kay and family
So very sorry to hear the passing of Josh,
Deepest sympathy and prayers for all.
Jan Seykora
Tim, Mary Kay and family,
Sorry to the loss of josh. Deepest sympathy and prayers
Robert Herubin
The Wagner’s
The deepest sympathies for this tragic loss. May God be with you during this difficult time.
the Herubin Family
Patricia Kaufenberg
Dear Mary and Tim and your family,
Please accept my most sincere expression of sympathy. I am so sorry for the sadness you must feel. The funeral mass was very nice; Father’s homily was helpful. I wish you peace and comfort in these coming days.
Love to you,
Patty Kaufenberg
Rev Diana Hunstad
Tim and Mary, Prayers are lifted for you both at this most difficult time of pain and loss.