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Joshua Thompson Obituary
Born July 8, 1975, in Sycamore, he was the son of Udell Thompson and Patricia (Mitchell) Moser. A 1993 graduate of Sycamore High School, Joshua worked for Tri-D Enterprise concrete cleaning.
He is survived by three children, Justus, Jackson and Emalee Thompson; his mother, Patricia (Todd) Moser of DeKalb; his father, Udell Thompson of Kankakee; three brothers, Christopher (Melissa) Thompson of Campbellsville, Ky., and Craig and Jonathan Thompson, both of DeKalb; a sister, Veronica Thompson of DeKalb; a half sister, Anea Yvette Klingenberg of Sycamore; two stepbrothers, Ben and Brandon Moser, both of DeKalb; a stepsister, Tara (Mike) Lesorgen of DeKalb; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his paternal and maternal grandparents and a brother, Timothy.
A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, at Butala Funeral Home and Crematory, 1405 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore, IL 60178. Burial will be at a later date. A memorial gathering will be held from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home.
For information, call (815) 895-2833. To sign the online guest book, visit www.daily-chronicle.com/obituaries.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joshua Thompson
DEVONA MCELROY
November 7, 2007
MY DEAR J.T WHEN I GOT THE NEWS THAT EARLY MORNING MY HEART STOPPED. I FELT LIKE MY BIG BROTHER HAD LEFT ME FOREVER. THAT MORNING WAS ONE OF THE HARDEST I HAVE HAD TO DEAL WITH. I THINK OF YOU EVERDAY, AND EVERY NIGHT JUST HOPING THAT THIS IS NOT TRUE. IT IS JUST SO HARD FOR ME AND I DON'T THINK ANYONE WILL EVER KNOW HOW HARD. WE WOULD GET TOGETHER YOU AND I AND JUST TALK FOR HOURS UPON HOURS ABOUT ANY AND EVERYTHING. I LOVE YOU MAN. I FEEL LIKE A PART OF MY HEART IS MISSING NOW THAT YOU ARE GONE. WHAT IS A GIRL TO DO? I PRAY EVERYDAY THAT YOU ARE WITH GRANNY AND AUNT SHARON, TIMOTHY AND BRIAN JUST WAITING ON THE REST OF YOUR FAMILY TO ONE DAY BE BY YOUR SIDE AGAIN. TO THE REST OF MY FAMILY FROM THE DEPTHS OF MY HEART I LOVE ALL OF YOU AND AS YOU GUYS ALREADY KNOW OUR FAMILY IS A STRONG FAMILY BUT THINGS LIKE THIS CHALLENGE THE STRENGTH TO STAND TOGEHTER, BE TOGETHER, AND BELIEVE TOGETHER AS A WHOLE. WE PRAY EVERYDAY THAT GOD WILL CARRY US ALL. TO MY AUNT PAT YOU WILL NEVER KNOW HOW MY YOU AND YOUR COURAGE JUST TO GET UP EVERYDAY MEANS TO ME. I KNOW YOU HAVE YOUR BAD DAYS BUT THE WOMAN THAT GOD HAS MADE YOU NO ONE CAN EVER TAKE THAT FROM YOU. ONCE AGAIN TO MY FAMILY GOD BLESS YOU AND I LOVE YOU ALL. J.T. I AM NOT DONE WITH YOU YET MAN. I WILL SEE YOU AGAIN ONE DAY BIG BROTHER SO UNTIL THEN PLEASE WATCH OVER US ALL AND PLEASE J.T HELP ME TO GET THROUGH THESE DIFFICULT DAYS. I LOVE YOU MAN ALWAYS AND FOREVER BIG BRO. AND TO EVERYONE THAT HAS SOAID SO MANY KIND WORDS ABOUT JOSH, THANK YOU AND MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL. YOU WILL NEVER KNOW HOW MUCH IT MEANS TO US ALL.
Jenni Jewell
October 24, 2007
Dear Thompson family,
Josh was a great friend during my childhood. He had an infectious smile and great heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you!
Gary Mitchell
October 24, 2007
Pat and family,
Here are some of my fondest memories with and about Josh. My prayers are with you and the family.
Donlin Court
Our Idea of Fun:
J-rock, Craig, and myself would dive head first down the stairs at the house on Donlin while trying to catch a football. Josh and Chris would take pillows and swing them at us as we caught the football and we landed onto a mattress. One point if you held onto the football.
Who can forget the Nintendo Wars:
Mike Tyson. 007-373-5963
Tecmo Bowl
Double Dribble—Bird for 3
Zelda
Kid Icarus
The Sycamore Community Center: Hours upon hours we played, we battled, we made friends we made enemies. We learned how to compete in life.
Sycamore HS football: The wins were few and far between, but the best athlete on the field was JT…always. I wanted to catch, defend, and run as fast as JT, we all know he was a natural talent, because the boy never set foot in a weight room
Spartan basketball
A fierce competitor who was a team player: Thomas goes for 60 points in a game… again, JT has a break away lay-up, pulls up short and turns around and flips the ball out to Andy for uncontested 3.
The story the pastor told Josh about his jewelry at Timmy’s funeral
JT: Every morning I laid my necklaces on the bathroom sink, and every morning Timmy would come in and take the necklace and run and hide.
Pastor: JT, but every night you still put the necklace in the same spot for Timmy to take in the morning. Didn’t you?
JT: yes I did.
The girls—who didn’t love JT? I soon found that out, in HS I just followed him around, hoping that he couldn’t handle them all, I was wrong. Valuable lesson: If you want something, make it happen yourself
Thanks for being an great “older brother” JT.
Elizabeth & Matthew Coats
October 19, 2007
We are sorry to hear about the passing of Josh. I graduated with him,and he was a nice person who will be GREATLY missed.
Kristina Richardson
October 19, 2007
Pat, I am so sorry but even sayig that word seem inappropriate because some of us could never imagine loosing a child. Please know that you are in my prayers!
Love, Kristina Richardson and family
Debora Burk (smith)
October 18, 2007
To the family,
I'm so sorry to hear about Josh! I just found out or I would have been there to pay my respects. Patricia- I can't imagine your pain, you and your family will be in my prayers.
Susie (Keely) Falk
October 18, 2007
I was saddened to hear the news of Josh's passing. My thoughts go out to his family at this difficult time.
Mandy (Hill) Carrier
October 17, 2007
To Josh's family,
After attending Josh's funeral, seeing faces I haven't seen in years--my mind has been flooded with so many memories. I'll remember Josh's waddle down the hallways, his giggle, how I could always HEAR his car coming before I could see it (and I still don't like rap music), the hours a week we all spent at his locker, how he drove us EVERYWHERE, and his ridiculous dance after scoring touchdowns.
I guess there were and are so many reasons to love Josh--and so many people did.
I am glad our paths crossed, only for a couple years and long ago...but the memories linger still.
You will all be in my prayers.
Lisa
October 15, 2007
To Josh's family
Please know that he touched many lives with with his great personality. I will never forget him or his smile. May God watch over you, his children, and everyone that is affected by his passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
TheAnna Unique
October 15, 2007
Dear Mom, Vida, Chris, Craig, Jonathan and Meagan (Justus, Jackson and Emalee)
I am here for all of you always, I will keep the memories that I've had with Tilla with me forever. I thank you all for being such special and loving people in my life, for being my family. I have no doubt that Josh will look after all of you and continue to give me the strength I need to be strong for everyone. From the bottom of my heart I love and adore each of you I thank you for everything you have done and been to me. I love you and I will continue to keep each of you in my thoughts in my heart and in my prayers.
"Big Head"
Megan Davis
October 15, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss. Josh was a fantastic person who will never be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Maggie
October 15, 2007
Pat and family-
My thoughts and prayers go out to you in your time of grieving. Those who truly knew Josh know what a kind heart he had. I will always cherish my memories of him and wish the same for you.
katie ewald
October 14, 2007
to the thompsons, i am so sorry for your loss. i havent seen josh in a few years but i will always remember him and that smile. what a great guy. he will be missed.
Kelly Coots
October 14, 2007
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Josh's passing. Josh was ALWAYS a friend. No matter if I saw him last week, or if I had not seen him in years, Josh hugged me and we never missed a beat. He will be missed...and he was a fantastic person.
Meggin Johnson (Odom)
October 14, 2007
My memories of JT are fond ones. He took care of my little brother in a time of great need and comforted me! His family will be in my thoughts and prayers and I only hope they can be comforted with the great memories he made!
Cassandra Perkins
October 13, 2007
Thompson family,
Please accept my deepest sympathies. Josh, my sweet Josh, I have so many memories of you and CJ growing up together. You were like another little brother to me, and I never thought that you would leave us so soon. I will miss your big warm smile and charming personality. There will always be a spot in my heart that belongs just to you. Love your big sis Cassie
Tobey (Carlson) Guntner
October 13, 2007
Josh's Family-
I am so sorry for your loss. I graduated with Josh and he was an all around great guy. I hope that you find peace with the wonderful memories you will always have. God Bless your family and Josh's babies.
Lisa (Sheetz) Haley
October 13, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Maude Fillmore
October 13, 2007
Chris, Melissa & Josh's family:
I am so very sorry for your loss. Losing someone you love & having them taken away so soon is especially hard. Cling to the Word of God, His Word will sustain you. He does give us comfort & will be with each & everyone of you if you ask Him to. In deepest sympathy, Maude Fillmore
Lacey Akers
October 13, 2007
Josh,my prays go out to you..never in a million years i thought it would be like this. Your the brother to me i never had you were there to watch out for me and tell me not to mess up. You will always be missed && never forgotten!
Lacey Akers
October 13, 2007
Josh,my prays go out to you..never in a million years i thought it would be like this. Your the brother to me i never had you were there to watch out for me and tell me not to mess up. You will always be missed && never forgotten!
Cathy Daniels
October 13, 2007
Although I have never officially met J.T. my girls knew him well and hearing so many good things about him thru them I feel as if I do know him. SO many positive comments about this man that will last in so many of our minds forever. I feel for the family and you all are in my thoughts and prayers. I'm happy that my girls had the pleasure to know such a GREAT person!
Cathy Daniels
Tara Lesorgen
October 13, 2007
My New, Sweet Brother...
Look down on Mattea from up there. She needs your strength, happiness, and that contagious smile. Please do your part in keeping her well and safe from harm down here.
We will love and miss you always,
Tara
Ryan,& Aamanda Weinmann
October 13, 2007
To Pat,Craig,V,Cris,John,Meagan and the rest of the family.May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.We will never forget Josh and all the good times we had with him.
Kari & Terry Matlock
October 12, 2007
Our hearts go out to the Thompson family. We are so very sorry for their loss. We have many great memories of Josh that we will cherish forever.
Brad & Christin Holller
October 12, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. JT was a loving and kind person. We will all miss him dearly. He will be remembered by his sweet memories he gave us all.
Amy
October 12, 2007
Thompson Family,
My thoughts and prayers will be with you during this time of pain. JT will be missed very much, but never forgotten. May God bless your family.
Stacey Lee
October 12, 2007
To Pat,craig,chris,jonathon,veronica and family
I have learned so many things about all of you throughout the past 11 years of knowing josh. I know that you are a strong family and even strong families struggle at times like this. Josh was very supportive and comforting when I lost my fiance Branden and I will never forget the great times I spent with him.. Being Meg's cousin I spent a lot of time with him and the kids and I promise to always make sure Jus, Jack Jack, and LuLu always know what a wonderful father they have and always remind them that he is watching over them and taking care of them. josh was someone that I always felt comfortable around and someone who was always willing to listen to all the drama happening in my life throughout my teens all the way up. He was truly one of a kind and will be missed everyday! Please get ahold of me if any of you need anything!
Love
Jennifer Hyde
October 12, 2007
To the whole family: Josh was a wonderful person! Although he left us so soon and suddenly, he will live on through our memories. Josh was a sweet, caring, charming person that was loved by so many people and will NEVER be forgotten! We love you Pat you and your family are in my prayers. Tylor will miss you "uncle" Josh!
Angela Butts-Jacobson
October 12, 2007
It was with deep sorrow to hear a true free spirit such as Josh was gone to the world forever. To his family, I am truely sorry for your loss. My prayers will be with you.
October 12, 2007
I pray Josh is in a better place, I will always keep your family in my prayers...Love, Tina (Moret) Berg
p wills
October 12, 2007
Pat,V and the rest of the Thompson family,
God bless you all and you are in my prayers, JT will will be deeply missed and NEVER forgotten. i tell Tyler how awesome his uncle was all the time and he was sad to hear that uncle jt passed away. I love you all and may God be with you through this difficulkt time.
Pam Sibley
October 12, 2007
Pat & Todd,
I am so sorry for your loss, I wish there was something I could say to help you, just keep strong, I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Pam Sibley
Nicole Hernandez
October 12, 2007
To the Thompson Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God Bless you all in this time of sorrow.
October 12, 2007
Pat & Family,
JT will be extremly missed and never forgotten. He will be a delightful memory in the lives of others. May God comfort you during this time of need. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
With Love,
Jenny and Tauna
Amy Jones
October 12, 2007
Dear Family:
I am sorry for your loss. Josh was so sweet and I have great memories of him from high school and after. He will be missed but not forgotten.
Peace and Love,
Brittney Peters
October 12, 2007
Josh,
I Love You With All Of My Heart, And Always Will. You Made Me A Better Person And Ill Never Forget Who Made Me Who I Am. You Cross My Mind Every Second Of The Day! I Pray Every Night For Mom (pat) And Craig, Chris, Jonathan, Veronica, Of Course Your Kids, Justus, Jackson, And Emalee. And Everyone That Cares Deeply About You. May You Rest In Peace. I Look Forward To Seeing You Once Again Some Day!
I'll Love You Always
Monique Lopez
October 12, 2007
Pat,V,Chris,Jonathon,Craig,and family.
I am so very sorry for your loss, Josh was a wonderful person and a blessing to have around, he will be dearly missed but NEVER forgotten. Know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers and God will see you through this trying and difficult time. Love you lots.
October 12, 2007
I wrote this poem a few months ago and I think Josh would want to say this to his childen now...
AFTER I'M GONE;
TO MY BEAUTIFUL CHILDREN:
YOU WERE MY LIFE AND MY HEART
I WOULDN'T TRADE EVEN THE SMALLEST PART
OF THE TIME THAT WE HAD
PLEASE DON'T REMEMBER THE TIMES I MADE YOU MAD
REMEMBER THE TIMES I MADE YOU LAUGH
WHEN MINUTES BEFORE YOU WERE SAD
I'LL TRY SO HARD TO STAY CLOSE TO YOU
THOUGH YOU CAN'T SEE MY FACE ANYMORE...MY SPIRIT WILL HAVE TO DO
I'LL MISS YOU SO MUCH
MORE THAN YOU COULD EVER KNOW
I'LL MISS YOUR HUGS, KISSES, AND TOUCH
BUT PLEASE BE BRAVE AND DRY THOSE TEARS
AFTER ALL, WE HAD SOME WONDERFUL YEARS
I'LL BE NUDGING YOU, HELPING YOU
AND WATCHING YOU
WITH EACH STEP THAT YOU TAKE ANEW
MY BIGGEST HOPE AFTER I'M GONE
IS THAT TIME THERE PASSES SO FAST
IT WON'T SEEM LIKE LONG
BEFORE I GET TO SEE YOUR BEAUTIFUL FACES ONCE MORE
BEING WITHOUT ONE ANOTHER WILL HURT TO THE CORE
BUT MY TIME ON EARTH IS THRU
THERE'S NOTHING WE CAN DO
IT WASN'T A CHOICE I MADE TO LEAVE
BUT FOR MY HELP, HEAVEN WAS IN NEED
I WISH I HADN'T LEFT SO SOON
AND I KNOW THAT YOU DO TOO, BUT LISTEN CLOSE AND NEVER DOUBT...
EVEN IF WHAT YOU HEAR IS A WHISPER
AND NOT A SHOUT...
I'M HERE, I LOVE YOU, MY SPIRIT
WILL LEAVE YOU NEVER...
OUR SOULS ARE JOINED FOREVER!
LOVE,
DADDY
Jessica Smith (Daniels)
October 12, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with each and every one of you. I have known Josh for almost 8 years, He was a thoughtful man who would help anyone out. We need to cherish the moments we had with him and keep the memories alive. (I Love you Josh, and you will always be in my heart).
April (Thompson)Smith
October 12, 2007
I am shocked and saddend at the passing of such a great person. Josh and I were always side by side though schools. (thanks to the last name Thompson) My heart and prayers go out to his family. May you find comfort in good memories of a great smile.
An old friend
October 12, 2007
I grieve that you have experienced such a loss. My prayers are for your entire family to be filled with comfort and peace that surpasses all understanding. I know how close the whole family is, so you are each in my prayers individually and as a family.
Tammy (Keller) Skelton
October 11, 2007
Pat & Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Stephanie Zahm
October 11, 2007
Although JT has departed this earth too soon he has left each of us with memories that will stay with us until we see him again. R.I.P JT
Shawn McCoy & Family
October 11, 2007
Pat, Chris & Family
Our thoughts & prayers are with you during this difficult time. With all the time I spent at your house growing up, Josh was like my little brother. I Share in your sorrow, but hold onto alot of great memories of time spent together.
Deepest Sympathy
John Sellers
October 11, 2007
Todd, Pat & Family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We are sorry for your loss. May god be with you & your family in your hour of need.
John,Patty,Barb & Shawn Sellers
October 11, 2007
To the Thompson Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of grief, celebrate his life, and may God comfort you at this time of sorrow..love a family friend
Jessie Galindo
October 11, 2007
To V, Craig, Jonathan & Family: May God Bless You All!
O Lord, I am torn up with grief.
I know you are there, but I cannot see past
my sorrow and tears.
Be with me, Lord, and do not take
my unhappiness to heart.
Rather, work within me to guide me through
these dark days
and bring your light to my life,
so that I may see your goodness, even in my mourning.
Amber Quitno
October 11, 2007
My deepest sympathy for his entire family...Josh will be missed by so many who knew and loved him.
I went to school with Josh and remember how happy and fun he was. His laughter and smile was so contagious.
I will miss you,Josh!
Kevin and Samantha Holler
October 11, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
TIm Carlson
October 11, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss. Josh was a wonderful person. I am honored to have been a small part of his life. He always had a terrific attitude, great work ethic and was a great competitor. He will be missed by all.
Audrey (Rodriguez) Villegas
October 11, 2007
My Dear Family,
Please know my thoughts and deepest prayers are with you all! Josh will always be remebered... After all, who can forget that PERFECT smile.
God Bless,
Audrey Villegas
Brittney Peters
October 11, 2007
Josh You Know I Love You With All my Heart, We Made Eachother Happy When We Both Needed It. I Will Cherish Our Memories For The Rest Of My Life! I LOVE YOU and Look Forward To Being With You Again!
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
October 11, 2007
Thoughts and prayers for your family -Josh was a great person.
He will be deeply missed.
Jody (Fleetwood) Bridge
October 11, 2007
Though I have not seen Josh more than a couple times since graduating high school, we were good friends during our childhood and teen years. I have great memories of him, and am very sad that his life had to end this way. His memory will live on.
Sheila Lowe
October 11, 2007
I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Tracey Wilson
October 11, 2007
My heart goes out to the entire family. My thoughts & prayers will always be with all of you!
His smile..priceless, his sense of humor..unforgettable! He will always have a place in my heart!
Kim Hoffhines
October 11, 2007
Pat and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. We will keep all of you in our prayers, and ask that God will give you comfort during this difficult time.
Kim and Randy Hoffhines
October 11, 2007
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Hannah Grubbs
October 11, 2007
Although I only met JT once a few months ago, he seemed like a very sweet, down to earth, and fun guy! He will be greatly missed!
Kisha Shered
October 11, 2007
God Bless You All! I will continue to keep you in my prayers.
He was a sweetie pie & will be missed FOREVER!
Love
Kisha
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