Captain Lee became emotional in the latest episode of ‘Below Deck. He opened up about his son Joshua Rosbach’s death. But how did Captain Lee’s son die?
Captain Lee always makes sure his crew works diligently. However, the circumstances in the latest episode reminded him of something from his personal life. Captain Lee recalled the memories of his son Joshua who passed away a year ago.
How did Caption Lee’s son die?
Captain Lee revealed his son had passed away after a long battle with drug addiction. Fans were shocked after seeing Captain Lee emotional as he is known for his calm composure. He had previously opened up about his son’s death on Instagram.
Captain Lee shared a picture of his son and wrote, “This past Saturday, my beloved wife Mary Anne and I laid our youngest son, Joshua Lee Rosbach to rest. After a twenty year struggle, he finally succumbed to the demons he fought so long and so hard.”
He also opened up about Joshua’s drug addiction as he wrote, “Addiction is an insidious disease that knows no social status or geographic boundaries. Whether you live in a 10,000 sq ft mansion or a double wide trailer, the path of death, destruction and devastation it leaves remains the same. We loved Josh unconditionally and were proud of the man he had become in spite of his problems.”
He concluded the post by writing, “Be kind and lovingR and try to enjoy every second you have with them. Do not pray for our son, but please take care of your children and friends who may need it, as it isn’t too late for them.”
Fans react to the news of Captain Lee’s son’s death:
Captain Lee broke his silence on Twitter following the latest episode as he wrote, “Ok, peeps, thanks so much for watching and for all the support tonight. It means the world to Mary Anne and I. Same old drill, gym in the am, and to anyone I missed, I will catch you on the flip side. It’s been a night. Thank you all.”
Captain Lee, I really feel for you and your bride over the loss of your son. I lost my best friend 5years ago today to opioid addiction/suicide. It is a hurt that will never go away and cannot be described. I also wish I could have turned back time and changed the outcome
— Beth Hughes (@welliebh) January 19, 2021Fans were quick to react to the news of Captain Lee’s son’s death. “Dear Captain Lee, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son, I watch below deck tonight and felt your pain, I found my husband two years ago also, passed away from opioids when I heard you share that what you’re going through just want you to send prayers,” one user wrote.
“Captain Lee, I really feel for you and your bride over the loss of your son. I lost my best friend 5years ago today to opioid addiction/suicide. It is a hurt that will never go away and cannot be described. I also wish I could have turned back time and changed the outcome,” wrote another.
@capthlr Dear Captain Lee, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son, I watch below deck tonight and felt your pain, I found my husband two years ago also, passed away from opioids, when I heard you share that what you’re going through just want you send prayers
— Alicia (@Alicia67326964) January 19, 2021ncG1vNJzZmivp6x7s7HApaCtsaSewaO102eaqKVfqsCiedGemKWhpK56tcKOm5ylp6disaavymafqK9dmbalecKap62hn6N6rbHErGSsp55isaqxjKOmrKCllnqzu9KbmJygo2K5qrLEZpyxqJykv6aw