Evans Funeral Home
"Compassionate Funeral Service"
Carrington and New Rockford, North Dakota
701.652.3003 or 701.947.2911
Secondary Number ~ 701.650.9937
Josh Cabler
Josh Cabler was so many things to so many people – a wonderful husband, father, son, brother, cousin, uncle, nephew, and friend.
Joshua James Cabler was born on December 13th, 1984 to Leslie Jr & Joyce (Stenvold) Cabler in Harvey, ND. He grew up and attended elementary school in Fessenden until 5th grade when their family moved to Carrington, where he finished elementary and high school. After graduation, he went on to earn an Associate’s Degree as a lineman from Bismarck State College. Josh began his career working for Aerial Contractors for about four years and then joined Northern Plains Electric in Carrington in 2006 where he grew within the company, from Lineman to his most recent role as Operations Manager.
On July 11th, 2009, Josh entered into what would become the craziest and most fulfilling adventure he could have ever dreamed of when he married Kristin Gussiaas. Josh worked tirelessly for years, building Kristin’s dreams into reality, and making her dreams their dreams. They lived in rural Carrington, and later built their dream home overlooking Rusten’s slough near Grace City, ND. Josh and Kristin started their animal adventure with a Golden Retriever named Sayde and continued growing their family, four legs at a time to most recently include 4 horses, 3 dogs, 2 rabbits, and lots of cats, along with their developing Up North Mini Cattle Company, a growing herd of 15 Scottish Highlands and 8 Beef Cows.
Josh’s greatest treasure was being a father to their three children: Kaydri (13), Brexyn (10), and Rhyatt (5). He was the best dad, guiding them through 4H adventures and livestock showing at the Foster County Fair and North Dakota State Fair, and he never missed a chance to watch them at all of their sporting events and youth activities. Josh cherished every moment of the life he and Kristin were building together.
Josh currently served as Truck Captain and Training Officer on the Carrington Volunteer Fire Department, a Trustee of the Trinity Lutheran Church Council, and a member of the Foster County Fair Board. In his free time, he enjoyed being with family and friends, spending time outdoors at the lake with his family, golfing, snowmobiling, and all of the Ranchman responsibilities at home that he so willingly dedicated countless hours to (fixing fence endlessly!).
Josh passed away unexpectedly of natural causes on July 20th, 2025 in Carrington at the age of 40. He is survived by his wife, Kristin; his children, Kaydri, Brexyn, and Rhyatt; his parents, Les & Joyce Cabler; his sister, Tina (Myron) Jans; and his brother, Levi (Kristy) Cabler. He is further survived by his in-laws, Don & Janice Gussiaas, Darcy & Marty Schenck, Melissa & Jesse Van Nevel, and Greg & Monica Gussiaas; many nieces and nephews, and countless friends and extended family members. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Les Cabler, Sr. and infant nephew, Axyl James Jans.
Josh is like a boat you watch going across an endless sea; too soon out of sight, but we know he will always be there.
In lieu of flowers, please consider memorials to the Carrington Youth Baseball or Basketball programs or the Carrington Volunteer Fire Department.
Josh’s Visitation will be Wednesday, July 23, 2025, from 1:00-4:00PM at Evans Funeral Home, Carrington and will continue from 5:30-6:30PM followed by a Prayer Service at 6:30PM at Trinity Lutheran Church, Carrington.
A Funeral Service will be held Friday, July 25, 2025, at 11:00AM at Trinity Lutheran Church, Carrington.
His Burial will be at the Carrington Cemetery.
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We are so sorry to hear of your loss. our deepest sympathies and prayers go out to all of you!
so sorry for your loss
Kristin and families. Our deepest sympathies to you all. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you all.
we were so sorry to hear about the passing of your loved one our prayers are with you Christine and family
We are so stunned of the loss of Josh, We send our love and prayers to all of the family. prayers for strenght Kristen to you and your children. Peg and Bob Clifton
Kristin and all your families it is with our deepest sympathies to hear of such a great loss to you and your family. YOU are so much help.to so many people wished their was more I could say he was such a wonderful guy. Hold onto family and your kids for comfort.
Our hearts go out to all your family.Sending prayers, of peace and comfort at this difficult time.Love to all of you.
Sandi and Bob Leopoldt
Kristen I am so sorry to hear about Josh. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
words are hard to find in such a devastating loss! may God hold you all up with his gracious love! And may you find His peace and comfort during this most difficult time!
God bless
Our work family at Spherion Staffing are saddened by this sudden death. We so appreciate Melissa’s love for her family and her tight knit connections within the Gussiaas family. Our thoughts and hearts are with Kristin and her children during this very challenging time. May God give you strength and lift you up.
Our hearts go out to all of you during this difficult time. We are so sorry for your loss.
May God Bless and wrap his arms of comfort around Kristin and her family as they deal with this tragic loss.
Kristen and kids, So sorry for your loss. Also Les and family along with Gussiaas family. God always seems to take too many way to soon but remember that HE has a plan. Josh always said to me if you need anything you have my number in your phone. Will be remembering and keeping you all in my heart and prayers.
I am so shocked & sad to hear about the loss of Josh. So heartbreaking & sad. Many prayers to all the Cabler family. I am truly sorry for your loss.
We are so sorry for loss! He was such a kind person! I had him in 4th grade! Such a wonderful student! Joyce, Wes and Josh’s family we will keep you in our prayers!🙏🙏🙏
Sorry for your loss, your entire family will be in your thoughts and prayers. Josh was one of a kind and will be deeply missed
So sorry to hear this. Condolences to all families involved.
We are so sorry for your loss. Our sympathies to you and yours Joyce,Les and family. Prayers of comfort and peace to you all. LeAnn and Bill Heisler
Kristin & family, Janice & Don, Les & Joyce
I am sorry to hear about your loss of Josh. Hugs and prayers as you lean on each other and God to help you through this grief. Blessings!
We are saddened by this news and pray for strength and comfort for Kristin, the family and the entire community. God bless during this extremely difficult time. John & Heidi Funk
Words cannot express how sorry we are for your loss, Kristin
Wishing you and the families peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Kristin & kids, Les and Joyce, Don and Janice and extended families – I am incredibly sad and sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved Josh. Praying for strength and comfort from our loving God and giving thanks for His promise of eternal life. Hang onto that hope, knowing you will be reunited again with Josh….in His time. Thinking of you with love and prayers.
Kristin and family, I am so terribly sorry for your loss. My heart aches for you and I will keep you in my prayers.
Our heart breaks for you all. Such a great loss far too early. Thinking of you Kristin & Cabler/Gussiaas family.
Prayers for comfort, peace and strength as you journey through the days ahead.
Kristin and family, I can’t imagine how hard this must be. Heartfelt sympathy for you. Ruth Lindgren
My sincere condolences and prayers for Kristin and family. Always hard when God chooses to take someone home. May he be blessed on his journey.
Sending prayers to both the Cabler and Gussiass families. Sorry for your loss.
My deepest condolences. May the light and love Josh brought to your family live on in cherished memories.
Cabler & Gussiaas Families,
We were so sorry to hear of your tragic loss. May God bring you comfort & may Josh now experience all of God’s promises.
Our deepest Sympathy. May you be surrounded by God’s strength and loving presence.
Our deepest sympathies to the Cabler & Gussiaas families.
I am at a loss of words. Such a tragic loss of one so full of life and love. May your loving memories and faith in God help you through this very difficult time. Our deepest sympathy
I’m so sorry to hear of his passing, thoughts and prayers to all of his family.
Kristin and family, Don and Janice, Les and Joyce,
There are no words that anyone can say that will ease your pain due to this horrible tragedy. Please know that you have family and friends around you that will be there for you to help with whatever you need. Josh was a wonderful man and a great family guy. He will be missed.
I’m so sorry for your loss. This is just to let you know that caring thoughts are with you now and always.