josh with nfl star albert haynesworth Joshua Steven Jarry

Joshua Steven Jarry, age 20, of Knoxville, TN, formerly of Bristol, CT, received his wings on Friday, March 13, 2009. Josh was a graduate of Farragut High School Class of 2008. He was a life-long fisherman, boater and a loving friend to all. Josh was his mother’s world and will be truly missed. He is survived by his mom and step father, Valerie and Bob Bukowski of Knoxville; father, Steven Jarry of Maine; sister, Megan Jarry; nephew, Tyler Fletcher; grandparents, Conrad (Bill) and Jeannine Pinette, Ruby Jarry all of Bristol, CT; great grandmother, Frances Roy; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. His grandfather, Arthur Jarry and great grandfather, Lawrence Roy, preceded him in death. Memorials may be made to Cockayne Syndrome Research Fund, Acct# 94175, Children’s Hospital Trust, 1 Autumn Street, Boston, MA 02215, (617-355-6890), in memory of Josh.

Josh attended every Tennessee River Rally in Knoxville as well as others in the state. He was a special young man with a passion for Poker Runs. He never met a stranger and his great attitude always left a lasting impression. This year the Tennessee River Rally Poker Run will be dedicated in his memory.