Joshua T. DeLaTorre's Obituary
Decatur-Joshua T. DeLaTorre, 26, of Decatur, passed away at 5:25 p.m. Thursday, May 21, 2009 from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident while on the way to save a loved one.
Memorial services to celebrate Josh’s life will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 27, 2009 at the Moundford Free Methodist Church 1803 E. Mound Rd with the “Flight Home Ceremony” to conclude the service. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, May 26, 2009 at Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the family. Online condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
Josh was born February 4, 1983 in Decatur, the son of Tamera (Cox) LeCompte. He was a mechanic. Josh loved motorcycles, video games, racing, remote control cars and airplanes, and his dog Precious. He married Hannah German July 29, 2006.
He leaves behind his wife; Hannah of Decatur, daughters; Lily and Allison DeLaTorre, son; Cristian DeLaTorre, brother; Shawn DeLaTorre, and sister; Alicia Kwansy.
He was greeted in heaven by his grandparents.
Josh loved life, his family and friends. He had a big heart and was always there to lend a helping hand. He will be deeply missed.
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