OBITUARY
Josh "Hollywood" Vaughn
June 1, 1979 – December 18, 2012
Joshua Lamar "Hollywood" Vaughn, 33, of Charlotte, NC, went to be with our Lord on Tuesday, December 18, 2012.
He was born on June 1, 1979 in Charlotte, NC, son of Calvin Lamar Vaughn of Charlotte, NC and Maggie Fisher Owens of Dandridge, TN.
Despite living with Cystic Fibrosis, Josh lived life fully, playing baseball and football as a child, adding golf, motorcycle riding and shag dancing. He had the perfect personality for his work as a DJ for Blacktop Entertainment where he worked for ten years. His passion for life and his family endeared him to those that knew him.
Josh received a double lung transplant at UNC Hospitals Chapel Hill in 2008 and upon returning to Charlotte had a fabulous tattoo depicting a set of lungs with the words “Faith” and “Hope” tattooed onto his back. He was an active advocate for organ donation and volunteered his time at Life Share of the Carolinas.
Josh is survived by his Father Calvin Lamar Vaughn and wife Tracee, his Mother Maggie Fisher Owens and husband Rick, his Sister Michelle Vaughn Smith and husband Derek, his Brother Garrett Chance Vaughn, and his Aunt Claire Fisher Lawrence and husband Bruce, along with many other aunts, uncles and cousins. He was deeply loved by all.
Carolinas Cornerstone Church, Ft. Mill, SC. is the location for both the visitation, 7:00 p.m. Friday, December 21, and Josh’s Celebration of Life service, 12:00 Noon on Saturday, December 22.
Condolences to the family may be offered at www.mcewenpinevillechapel.com.
Memorials in Josh’s name may be sent to Life Share of the Carolinas, 5000 D Airport Center Parkway, Charlotte, NC 28208.
Services
- Celebration of Life Service Saturday, December 22, 2012
- Greeting of Friends Friday, December 21, 2012
REMEMBERING
Josh "Hollywood" Vaughn
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RECEIVE UPDATESDawn (Wilco)
March 17, 2013
Didnt knw him... But I knw his sister Michelle... If he was anything like her. He was a sweet,kind hearted,wonderful person. Lov U Michelle
Randi Helms
January 2, 2013
To the entire family, I pray god gives you peace and comfort. Josh, I love you & miss you so much. You have always had a piece of my heart and always will! Love you always, Randi
Debbie Rhyner
December 27, 2012
Maggie, Michelle, and Lamar, my deepest sympathies to each of you. I took care of Josh often during his many hospitalizations at Presby Peds. He left a lasting influence, I loved his zest for life and his great smile.
You will all be in my prayers,
Debbie Walters Rhyner
Lita Brooker
December 27, 2012
Maggie,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Chuck Easley
December 26, 2012
Maggie,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
December 24, 2012
Josh, your smile and enthusiasm for live will always be remembered. Dance with God and the angels now. Sylvia Soles and Family
Jenna Walter, PT
December 24, 2012
Josh, from the first day that I met u I was inspired. Inspired to be better and more so to help you get better. You are with God now and are no longer suffering. My life is forever changed since working along side you and your wonderful family. I promised you a ride on your bike and some how I know your in heaven right now burning rubber with a smile on your face. You will be missed.
December 24, 2012
Josh, I will never forget you. What a personality you always were. I can still see you and Adam riding bicycles and playing baseball. Rest in peace until we see you again.
Dawn Tyson
December 23, 2012
Josh,
I know your dancing away in heaven. You will be missed. Much love to you and your family.
UnJou Carroll
December 23, 2012
Josh Vaughn/Chance Family: I will always remember the very first day I met you and then your wonderful family, including Claire and Bruce! The memories and times we shared over the years will never be forgotten but priceless treasures. I'm so blessed to have had the opportunity to be a part of your life. Remember what you told me a few months ago, "we have been through a lot over the years, good and bad times, and it's all worth keeping." You are exactly right, I will always remember and cherish all the memories. You will always hold a special place in my heart.......Love You Always, UnJou
Robin Shirah
December 22, 2012
I know God will grant the Vaughn family peace and comfort at this time of great loss. To be absent from this world is to be in the presence of Josh's heavenly father...which is truly a comforting thought for everyone who knew him and knew of his great faith. God bless you all.
Kim Morgan
December 22, 2012
God's brought you all to mind several times today and as I pray for comfort, I believe your Josh is in the arms of the Savior safe and secure. Know that you are surrounded by the prayers of those who love and care for you.
Holly Adams
December 22, 2012
Josh, you were a light to all that new you. Keep shining bright. Love always.
Kelly Overcash Helms
December 22, 2012
So sorry to hear about Josh, he was one of a kind! He always made you laugh!
Thinking of all of you in this sad
time.
Mark Patrick
December 22, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Kelley Taylor Osborne
December 22, 2012
Michelle, I am sending prayers to you and your family during this difficult time.
Amber Moore
December 22, 2012
I was deeply saddened to hear of Josh's passing. I had the pleasure of being his friend in school and will never forget him. May God give your family peave during this most difficult time. You are all in my prayers.
Until I see you again brother, rest peacefully in the arms of Jesus!!
Amber Moore
December 22, 2012
I was deeply saddened to hear of Josh's passing. I had the pleasure of being his friend in school and I will never forget him. May God give your family peace. You all are in my prayers.
Until I see you again brother! Rest peacefully in the arms of Jesus!
Kellie Payne
December 22, 2012
We adored Josh and will always remember him as "Hollywood". He was the first person to ever ask me to Shag Dance at Boppers! Now he is teaching the Angels how to Boogie!
Mike Thompson
December 22, 2012
Josh, you were always a trooper....and made me laugh many times....I will miss you, brotha!!
Anne Miller
December 21, 2012
Love and symmpathy to Maggie, Rick and all of the family. We Love You. Anne & Tommy Miller
heather Florczyk
December 21, 2012
Josh,
You will live in my heart forever.
Love,
Heather
Terry and Susan Houston
December 21, 2012
Josh was a breath of fresh air and will be sorely missed by all who knew him. He was such a good advocate for the CF Foundation of Charlotte and we were very grateful to have known him.
Amanda Powell
December 21, 2012
Thoughts and prayers go out to the Vaughn family. Sorry for your loss.
Chantel Sherrill
December 21, 2012
He was only in my life for a brief time and I'm so glad I was blessed to have that time! You are someone I will never forget as anyone who ever was so lucky to meet you. Rest In Peace. Prayers to family and friends.
Jack Leaird
December 21, 2012
We were so sorry to learn of Josh's passing. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Gayla Harris
December 21, 2012
I was saddened to see Josh's obituary in the paper today. We lived down the street from Josh on Greenbrook Parkway in Weddington. My son Brett and Josh were friends and they were in the same grade at Wesley Chapel. Josh was so full of life and FUNNY. We loved when he came over because he made us laugh. You raised a fine man.
Debbie Cannon
December 21, 2012
Joshua was a wonderful person. With all his trials and tribulations,he made it through. He's in God's hands now and watching over everyone else.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of his family now.
Shawn and Anne Marie Sexton
December 21, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers to the Vaughn family!
Lori Rayano
December 21, 2012
I am so sorry to hear the passing of Josh~ I am praying for the families may God Bless you all.
Norm and Janice Berg
December 21, 2012
Lamar, Tracee and family. Our deepest condolences during this time of sorrow.
Andy and Katie Asbury
December 21, 2012
Sorry to hear about your loss...Josh and I had some good times playing baseball and going to school together. Josh was always larger than life and enjoyed life to the fullest. I still remember spending the night at Josh's house in Wesley Chapel and laughing all night long. Josh will be missed! We will keep you guys in our prayers...
Joey
December 21, 2012
When I close my eyes I see you and no matter where I am I can smell your cologne through the whispering pines. I'm with your ghost again its a shame about the weather I know soon we will be together and I can't wait till then love you forever hollywood Joe Joe
Brigitte Combis
December 21, 2012
Josh, keep smiling from up there and look out for us all! You will be missed!
Anne, Jake Julie and David McFee and Gaddy
December 21, 2012
So sorry to hear about Josh. Our prayers and thoughts are with the entire Vaughan family. Love you all.
JIM AND MARY WILSON
December 21, 2012
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY
PRAYING FOR FRIENDS TO COMFORT YOU
FAITH TO UPHOLD YOU and
LOVING MEMORIES TO CARRY YOU THROUGH THIS TIME OF SORROW
dixie barker
December 21, 2012
Maggie my sincerest sympathy to you. You are in my prayers. Dixie
Lisa Bradshaw
December 21, 2012
Chelle - We have shared so many calls about Josh and other family members. Tears of joy and pain and hurt. I know how much you love Josh, but as before you will make it through these dark days. Heaven has gained an angel. May the arms of Christ that he now rests in be the same arms that gives you and you family peace.
Blessed to have known him and honored to be asked so many times to pray for Josh.
Love you all.
Mary Bishop & Family
December 21, 2012
Our deepest sympathy, thoughts & prayers are with your family.
Andy, Barb, Alexis, Chase Dragan
December 21, 2012
Our deepest sympathy to the Vaughn/Chance family, our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. Josh rest in peace, we are so grateful to have had the chance to know you. Love to all
Brent & Jennifer Jones
December 21, 2012
Goodbye...
Now we say goodbye,
but no goodbye is forever.
May God hold you.
May God heal you.
May he be there as your friend.
May God keep you.
May God save you.
We know he was there in the end.
Love, prayers and condolences from the Joneses!
Marilyn Hipp
December 21, 2012
Thoughts and prayers going out to the entire Vaughn family. I watched Josh run and play at Winterfield School while my daughter, Jeanna and Michelle played softball. He was full of himself then and from what I have seen and read on FB, he had not changed. Josh, R.I.P. honey....
December 21, 2012
Our deepest sympathy to the entire family. We remember Joshua as a little boy and wanted Lamar and Maggie to know we are especially thinking of them. We are very sorry for your loss. Keeping all the family in our thoughts and prayers. Bryan and Lisa Burns (Charlotte, NC)
Holly Adams
December 21, 2012
Josh, you were an angel on this earth. You will be and are missed dearly. My thoughts and prayers to your family and friends. Love always.
Janice Davis
December 21, 2012
My deepest sympathy to the family at this time. Josh was such a sweetheart and so full of life. Maggie & Rick...and the family you are in our prayers. We love you. Janice and Dennis
Tommy and Kim Beacham
December 21, 2012
Dear Maggie… you and your entire family are in our thoughts and prayers during this especially difficult time. Josh truly was a precious and beautiful young man… his smile was so contagious! We are so blessed to have known him and will always remember the fun times we shared with him at Boppers… dancing with Josh was quite simply delightful! Heaven is a brighter place today with Josh now in the presence of our Lord. God bless you and strengthen you with each passing day…
Linda Gillespie
December 21, 2012
To Josh's family,I am so sorry for your loss. I hope that you all feel his presence, love and his touch as you go through this difficult time. Please know that he is no longer suffering on this earth. May God look over you during this time.
December 21, 2012
Michelle, Praying for you and your family in this time of mourning for your young brother. He had a rough life. God bless each of you and He alone will give you the strength to get through the next few days. Just know I love you.
Valerie Mathews
December 21, 2012
Thoughts and prayers to you and your family Lamar.
Cindy Reynolds
December 21, 2012
I had the priviledge of knowing Josh and his family when I worked with his mom in Charlotte. He definitely had a wonderful zest for life. My deepest sympathy to Maggie, Michelle, and all of the extended family.
phyllis burnside
December 21, 2012
Our hearts go out to the vaughn family..we only meet Josh once at the weddding..but he left a lasting impression on us ..i think he did with everyone he met. he is spending his first christmas with jesus.time will heal those left behind..you are in our thoughts & prayers.
December 21, 2012
In a similar situation years ago I asked the Pastor at my church, "WHY"?? "WHY SO YOUNG"? His reply was simply, "The Good Lord is not concerned so much with how long we are here; the important thing is how we spend our time.
I know Josh lived his life to the fullest with a lot of love and support from a great family and devoted friends.
Lamar, Tracee, Josh and family please know you are in our hearts and prayers.
Love,
Dickie & Beverly Benzie
Aunt Di
December 21, 2012
I love you Josh !
Bill Wallace
December 21, 2012
My deepest sympathy to the Vaughn family. Though I never met Josh, I feel your grief. May he now rest in peace.
Jennifer McCarn
December 21, 2012
Josh & Family - Even in the hardest times there was always joy in my heart being with Josh and all of you. Josh taught me many things about life and how to deal with mountains. The time we spent together I will cherish forever! He was truly a blessing in my life as well as the good days and the bad. Tyler & I will go on cheering for Duke just for you! I'll watch "A Few Good Men" everytime I see it on, and everything other memory I have of you will be kept alive because you will never ever be forgotten! I love you Josh! oxoxoxoxo Jenn & Ty
Amie Cooper
December 21, 2012
Dear Michelle, my heart goes out to you! I have 2 brothers and know how close that brother/sister bond can be. And I know you have tried to help your brother in any way you could. I know you will be heartbroken for a while but I hope with the help of your husband and God you will heal & feel your brother always watching over you.
Becky Bailey
December 21, 2012
Michelle, I only met Josh at your wedding & knew right away that he has such a sweet spirit. You could tell he loves you very much. I write in the present tense because he is still alive, he is just alive in heaven. we will see him soon! Love & Prayers!
Christi Tucker
December 21, 2012
I love you Josh!!! Never forgotten!!!
Derrick Smith
December 21, 2012
My deepest heartfelt sympathy goes out to My wife Michelle Vaughn Smith, as well as to the Vaughn family. Josh will be greatly missed by everyone. I love you, buddy!!!
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