Joshua Philip Hewlett, known to many as Josh, passed away on January 31, 2024, at the age of 31 in Post, Texas. He was born on July 29, 1992, in Laramie, Wyoming to his parents Cindi (DeBow) and John Hewlett. Joshua is survived by his wife BrieAnne (Hood) Hewlett and five children: Emmah, Leeah, Kierah, Kylah, and Lucah; his grandparents Mary (Kaiser) Hewlett, Joye (Sidwaski) and Ralph DeBow; his parents; as well as his sisters Mandy (Easton) Morgan, Celina (Hewlett) Knakmuhs, Clarisa (Hewlett) Heien, Christiana Hewlett, and Cecilia (Hewlett) Stevenson; and his brothers Jedidiah and Jeremiah Hewlett. He was preceded in death by his daughter Nevaeh, grandfather George Hewlett, and brother Josiah Hewlett.

Joshua's educational journey began at Seton Home School, where he completed his primary and high school education. He later attended Laramie County Community College for his higher education. While growing up in Laramie he competed in 4H, showing sheep, goats, rabbits, and more. He volunteered with the Big Laramie Volunteer Fire Department and was a member of the Sons of the American Legion.

Joshua worked on ranches up the Big Laramie River, in the Laramie Valley Wyoming, and Fort Benton Montana, and recently was an electrician apprentice in Post, Texas.

In his free time, Joshua enjoyed horseback riding, backpacking, fishing, and hunting. These hobbies allowed him to connect with nature and find solace in the great outdoors with family and friends.

Joshua was a person of faith and worshipped at St. Laurence O'Toole Catholic Church in Laramie, Wyoming; Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Fort Benton, Montana; and Holy Cross Catholic Church in Post, Texas. His spiritual beliefs were an integral part of his life and provided him with guidance and strength.

A ceremony to celebrate Joshua's life was held at Holy Cross Catholic Church, located at 205 West Main Street, Post, Texas. The Rite of the Vigil Service took place on February 9, 2024, followed by the Rite of the Funeral Mass on February 10, 2024, both officiated by Reverend Jacob Powell. The Rite of Committal was held following the Funeral Mass, also led by Reverend Jacob Powell at Terrace Cemetery in Post, Texas.

Joshua Philip Hewlett will be remembered for his kind heart, adventurous spirit, his contagious laugh, and unwavering faith. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who had the pleasure of knowing him.