Joshua Michael Mathewson, age 27 of Sanford, passed away on Tuesday (8/23/2022) at his home.  He was born in Manchester, New Hampshire, son of Eric and Theresa Mathewson. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Jerry Ouellette.   Joshua loved all sports, especially football and basketball, and enjoyed going fishing.  Funeral services will be held on Sunday (8/28/2022) at 11:00am at Smith Funeral Home in Broadway with Rev. Garland Smith officiating.  Surviving are his parents, Eric and Theresa Mathewson of Sanford, NC.  Sisters, Chelsea Young and Amanda Young of Sanford, NC.   Grandparents, David Mathewson of Colorado, Althea and Gary Scholl of New York and Priscilla Ouellette of New Hampshire.  Niece, Katherine Mathewson-Thomas, Nephews, Alexander Mathewson, Aiden Forehand and Brennan Fleming; several aunts, uncles and many, many friends. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 10am-11am, one hour prior to the service at Smith Funeral Home in Broadway.  Online condolences can be made at www.smithfuneralhomebroadway.com