Joshua Jank

Joshua Jank

ALBION - Joshua Torian Jank, 29, lived and loved with a big heart. He was born in St. Louis, Missouri, on Jan. 5, 1994, to his loving birth-mom, Tera. Adopted at 6 months, he is the oldest child of Tim and Brenda Jank and big brother to Samuel (Tricia) Jank, of Buckley, Washington, Joseph Jank, of Albion, Indiana, Anna Jank, of Yantai, China, and Noah Jank, of Avilla, Indiana.

Despite being born with Sickle Cell Anemia, Josh had a tenacity for life, including a great passion for farming and aviation. Monthly blood transfusions, beginning at age 5, gave Josh access to a healthy and vibrant childhood.

Diagnosed with a rare liver/lung disease in 2013, Josh entered Hospice Care. He defied all odds. His medical care team and all who knew him, recognized that Joshua was a walking miracle. More than a Bucket List, Josh had a Go Make a Difference list, and through small things done with great love, Josh made a difference in the lives of others.

Joshua was diagnosed in September with metastasized Esophageal Cancer. He passed into the arms of Jesus on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023, at his home near Albion, Indiana. Josh "fought the good fight and finished his race."

Josh was on a mission to share Red Diamonds, as a way of sharing HOPE, with those he knew, those he met, and those who had a special place in his heart - the hurting, the lonely, those who are often marginalized by others. When passing out a diamond, he would say, "It's RED because love makes a difference. It's a DIAMOND, because God does amazing things under heat and pressure. Here's some more. I bet you know some people who could use some encouragement!" Learn more by visiting Facebook or www.RedDiamondDays.com.

Visitation will be Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023, from 2-5 p.m., at Suburban Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 6318 W. California Road, Fort Wayne.

The funeral service will be Sunday at 5 p.m., at the church with Pastor Bill Mueller officiating. There will be an additional time of viewing following the service from 6-7 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a Memorial Gift to The Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption, Run Hard. Rest Well., or Camp Lutherhaven. Envelopes will be available at the church.

Private burial will take place at Rose Hill Cemetery in Albion on Monday.

Young Family Funeral Home, Kendallville Chapel, 222 S. State St., Kendallville, is assisting the family with arrangements.

View a video tribute after Sunday or share memories and condolences at www.youngfamilyfuneralhome.com.