Joshua T. Knoles

SALISBURY - Joshua T. Knoles, 24, of Salisbury, died Thursday, May 31, 2007 at St. John's Hospital.

He was born June 28, 1982 in Springfield, IL, the son of Kevin Knoles and Audrey Swartz.

Mr. Knoles was a union laborer with Laborers Local 477 and had recently started his own roofing business. He attended Pleasant Plains High School. Josh's main passion was his family. He was a wonderful brother, son, grandson, uncle, cousin, and father. He loved life and lived it to the fullest. He enjoyed the outdoors and spending time with all of his family and friends. His smile brightened everyone's day and he will always be remembered by his laughter and compassion. He was so full of personality and life.

Survivors: fiancé, Jamie Taylor of Springfield; three daughters, Hannah Nichole Knoles, Angelica Lea "Jellybean" Knoles, and Kelcie Jo Knoles, all of Springfield; one son, Tyler Thomas Knoles of Springfield; three sisters, Starr Knoles, Courtney Knoles, and Dawn Marie Swartz, all of Salisbury; mother, Audrey Swartz of Salisbury; father, Kevin Knoles (wife, Angie) Knoles of Salisbury; grandparents, John and Peggy Cook of Salisbury; several aunts and uncles; several cousins; and one nephew, Cameron King of Salisbury.

Memorials may be made to American Red Cross.

Visitation will be held 4:00-7:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 5, 2007. Services: 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, June 6, 2007, Robert Green and Jeff Knoles officiating. Burial: Salisbury Cemetery, Salisbury, IL. Staab Funeral Home of Service.