“For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so will God bring with Him those also who sleep in Jesus.” 1 Thessalonians 4:14

Joseph Parshad age 90 went to be with his Lord Jesus on August 2, 2025 at Pine Grove Care Centre Kamloops. Joseph was pre-deceased by his wife Elizabeth, his siblings Sarah, Edward, Henry, his parents Alfred Parshad and Phulmani Bahadar Singh. He is survived by his son Gohar (Sabina), daughter Rebecca (Faran), son Tahir (Iona), daughter Rachel (Abiezer) and nine grandchildren.

Joseph was born in Lahore, Pakistan to Alfred and Phulmani Parshad where he was the oldest of four siblings. Joseph was affectionately also called “Jaggi” which was his home name. The Parshad family is a devout Christian family. Joseph’s grandfather was a pastor in Saharanpur and his father was an elder at Naulakha Church Lahore, his father and grandfather had a great influence on his Christian life and Joseph himself also followed in their footsteps by becoming an elder at Naulakha Church Lahore.

Joseph completed his high school at Rung Mehal Christian High School and following high school he completed his training in lithography and began working at Pakistan Times News Paper until his retirement.

Joseph & Elizabeth arrived in Canada in 2003 and settled in Kamloops BC. They attended Kamloops Alliance Church and became a beloved member of the Church community, and he was well loved and respected within his network of friends. Joseph’s hospitality & fostering of Christian fellowship was enjoyed by family and friends in his community.

He loved to cook Pakistani food for his friends and family and would often share his specialty cooking with many others including, his grandkids’ school teachers who looked forward to receiving his dishes.

Although, Joseph & Elizabeth were far away from many of their relatives, they valued and maintained their relationships across Canada, US, UK and Pakistan. Joseph will be greatly missed by all his immediate and extended family and friends.

Family is grateful to the staff and medical team at the Pine Grove Care Centre for their dedication and exceptional care.

Rest In Peace – Papa ji, Daddy ji, Nana, Tau ji, Dada, Uncle, Mamu ji, Bhai jan, Jagi bhai (some of the names he was called with)

Condolences may be sent to the family through:
www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com

Joseph’s Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday, August 30 at 1:00pm at Kamloops Alliance Church followed by a Graveside Service at 2:30pm at Hillside Cemetery Kamloops. Following the graveside service, there will be a reception held at Kamloops Alliance Church Gymnasium.