Joshua Matthew Spearin, 25, of Tarzana, California (originally Rochester, Massachusetts), returned to his Heavenly Home on November 1, 2025, following a motorcycle accident in Los Angeles.
Born July 14, 2000, Josh is the fourth child of Sean and Brenda Spearin. He spent early years in Wareham before the family settled in Rochester, where he grew up loving all things outdoors—hiking, camping, riflery, archery, Scouting (Life Scout), ropes courses, and hours of swinging under the sun and stars. In his teens he added bikes to that mix, first a dirt bike, and later, as an adult, a motorcycle.
Josh worked as a line cook both locally and in California. From his own past struggles with addiction, grew a deep compassion for others – and he turned his challenges into purpose, helping countless people find hope, help, and healing. For the past 2–3 years he served as a Behavioral Health Technician at Wildwood Recovery, where he was able to lift and encourage many. Friends and coworkers remember his smile and saunter, and the way he brought life, humor, and respect into every room. As one friend said, “You were quick to help, always ready for some playful banter, and so much fun to be around.”
Josh is survived by his parents, Brenda and Sean Spearin; his siblings Michael (Vanessa) and their daughters Charlotte and Adeline of TX; Caitlyn (Paul); Kristen (Shane) and their daughter Leah of CT; Keith, Laura, Jennifer, Stephanie, Eric, Emily, Lillian, and Ethan; his grandparents Marilyn and Barry Ledin, and Thomas and Patricia Spearin; as well as a great-grandmother, many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, and dear friends.
Visiting hours will be held at Chapman Funerals and Cremations – Wareham, 2599 Cranberry Highway (Rt. 28), Wareham, MA 02571, on Monday, Nov 17, 2025 from 4 – 7 pm. Funeral services will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1220 County Road, Cataumet, MA 02534, on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 1 pm. Burial will follow at Hillside Cemetery, High Street, Rochester, MA 02770, with a memorial luncheon back at the church to follow. All are welcome.
In lieu of flowers, please consider Khepera House, reflecting Josh’s dedication to compassionate recovery work.https://kheperahouse.org/donations-1
The family expresses heartfelt thanks to Wildwood Recovery colleagues, Bothwell Recovery, ward/stake members, family and friends for their tender care.
“Twenty-five swift years: a crash course in love and light.”
For directions, or to leave a message of condolence visit: www.chapmanfuneral.com
