Joshua Gerard Cardiello

Joshua Gerard Cardiello, age 30, of Buford, GA, passed away on Monday, January 5, 2026. He was preceded in death by his brother, Jacob Allen Cardiello; grandmothers, Karen Cardiello and Linda Ries. Joshua is survived by his wife of 2-1/2 years, Allison Frazier Cardiello; daughter, Amelia Cardiello; father, Jay Cardiello of New Port Richey, FL; mother, Kerri (Bryan) O'Kelley of Suwanee, GA; grandfather, Larry Ries of Dunedin, FL, mother-in-law, Rhonda Frazier of Buford, GA; brother-in-law, Alan (Morgan) Frazier of Buford, GA; step-siblings, Ashley (Matt) Cash of Gillsville, GA, Hunter (Brea) O'Kelley of Augusta, GA, and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Joshua was born March 24, 1995 in Houston, TX. He was a 2013 graduate of Buford High School and graduated in 2017 with a Bachelor's degree from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. He was employed with Amgen Pharmaceuticals Company.

Joshua was a big giant Teddy Bear with a heart of gold. He was a 3-time Champion Football player with Buford High School and a 2013 Georgia Football signee with a full scholarship. He finished his football career as a 3rd-year starter at University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. Joshua participated in Rookie Camp with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He was a life-long fan, having attended the 2002 Buccaneers Super Bowl. Joshua was also a die-hard UGA football fan and was a season ticket holder. He had a passionate relationship with his friends which he referred to as his "Tribe". He enjoyed golfing, playing tennis with his friends, and playing with his beautiful daughter, Amelia. He loved sports, trips to Vegas, and boating.

Joshua attended Gwinnett Church. He grew up going to the North Point Church in Alpharetta.

A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at First Baptist Church, Buford, GA, with Pastor Stephen Fountain officiating. The family will receive friends on Friday, January 9, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 pm. at First Baptist Church, Buford, GA, and again on Saturday, January 10, 2026 from 12:00 p.m. until time of service at 2:00 p.m. at the Church.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Who We Play For, https://www.whoweplayfor.org.