Joshua had three older brothers, one older sister and one younger brother. His first and second brother were twins. They were still born babies (8 months) when they came to this world. That was the beginning of the trial for Joshua's parents to overcome. Timmie came next and his sister Cinta . Joshua was born on August 31, 2004. A year latter Joshua's family welcome Jared Mahonri as their "surprise" baby.
Yangkung (Joshua's grandfather), Jared (younger brother), Tanner (cousin), and Timmie (older brother). Yangkung was watching his grandsons while we were visiting Joshua.
Yangkung and Jared Mahonri.
Yangkung, Jared, Tanner, and Timmie. It's tough to entertain these three.
Here is Joshua's father (my brother Looky) and me. We were so happy to see each other. After all, it has only been eleven years since I last saw him. He is a grown up man with six children (total). He and his wife is taking care the three children trusted to them now.
Joshua's mom (Diana) and his grandparents (Yangtie and Yangkung). Yangtie broke her left elbow two weeks before our visit and was still in a lot of pain. She was a trooper. Yangkung is always happy and full of good spirit. Oh how I miss his big smile.
Martin is visiting with Diana and Joshua. What a little trooper Joshua was. He cooperated with all those needles and blood transfusions. We were so proud of him.
Joshua was diagnosed with ALL (Acute Lymphoma Lymphoblastic). We were shocked to hear this news. However, we ought to put our trust to our Father in Heaven who knows all things. We prayed and exercised our faith and put our trust on HIM only.
I tried to hold Joshua but he was tired. He only wanted his mommy.
Diana lived her life in the hospital for almost two months. She did what all mothers would do to be close with Joshua in his sort time in life. I thought of her a lot and her example of faith, love, courage and strength.
Looky, Diana and Joshua at the hospital. Joshua was getting ready for his chemotherapy. We had been praying hard for him. He also had received priesthood blessings. I love this beautiful family.
Yangkung tried to cheer up Joshua with his jokes and laughters.
Sweet, little Joshua. We love you very much. We wanted to be with you so much. We know that you are in a better place. You belong to HIM who loves you a lot more.
"RATHER THAN SIMPLY PASSING THROUGH TRIALS, WE MUST ALLOW TRIALS TO PASS THROUGH US IN WAYS THAT SANCTIFY US" (Elder MAxwell on "Enduring Well" Ensign, April 1997).
Cinta (Joshua's sister) and Enny (my sister) at Joshua's funeral. Our sister Enny came all the way from her hometown. She told her story of how she took the train overnight and jumped on an "ojek" that morning. The driver told her it would be a long ride to get to my brother's house. It was nice to see her again and have her there to support my brother and his family.
Joshua (August 2005-December 2007)
Cinta (Joshua's sister) was so brave and strong. I didn't see her crying almost as she knew that Joshua was in a better place. She reminded me of the Savior's message to be more like a little child. 
