Joshua Michael Salois, 31, of China, died unexpectedly on July 26 in an automobile accident.
Joshua was born in Boston, Mass. on June 13, 1984 and grew up in Whitefield.
Joshua was a graduate of Cony High School and the Capital Area Technical Center. He attended Central Maine Community College. A lifelong hockey player, Joshua played for many years with the Kennebec Valley Youth Hockey Association and the Cony High School team.
Joshua loved the outdoors, especially hiking, fishing, camping, and observing wildlife with his dog at his side. A talented motorcycle rider, Josh competed in hare scrambles and trials competitions with his dad.
Joshua was a skilled carpenter, mechanic, machinist, and problem solver. He generously shared his time and skills with neighbors and friends. Most recently, Josh was restoring his home and working with his dad to renovate the family’s summer cottage in Litchfield.
Josh’s life was significantly impacted by addiction. He worked until his last days to overcome this challenge. Through it all, Josh maintained his true spirit.
Josh will be remembered for his great stories, his sense of humor, and his generous heart.
Joshua was predeceased by grandparents, Donald and Judith Paiewonsky.
Josh leaves behind his partner, Tricia “Trish” Healey of China; parents, Paul and Cristina Salois of Whitefield; sisters, Rachel Salois, and Rebecca Salois and husband Matthew Schofield all of Brooklyn, N.Y.; grandparents, Bernadette Salois of Shrewsbury, Mass., and Paul and Sarah Salois of Sandwich, Mass; and a large family of loving aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Josh was a lifelong reader and lover of books. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to local public libraries in his memory.
Visiting hours are 5-8 p.m, Fri., July 31 at Plummer Funeral Home, 983 Ridge Road, Rt. 32, Windsor. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11 a.m., Sat., Aug. 1 at St. Denis Catholic Church, 298 Grand Army Rd., Whitefield.
Condolences, photos and stories may be shared at www.plummerfh.com.
