Joshua John Edward Fiala, 32, of Hoopeston, passed away at 11:37 a.m. Wednesday, June 9, 2021, at his home.

Josh was born on October 11, 1988, in Berwyn, Illinois, the son of James and Lisa (Walsh) Fiala.

He is survived by his father- James Fiala of Hoopeston; three sisters- Sheree (Chris) Sosnowski of Williamsport, Indiana, Robyn (Michael) Fiala of Chicago and Amber (Chris) Fiala of Chicago; significant other- Rebecca Fox; and many nieces and nephews with whom he was extremely close with.

He was preceded in death by his mother- Lisa Walsh and step-mother- Rosalind Fiala.

Josh enjoyed playing basketball and he was always a big kid that loved to make people laugh.  He also loved playing with his nieces and nephews.

Cremation rites will be accorded and a celebration of life service will be held at a later date.  The family has entrusted the Blurton Funeral Home to assist them in honoring Joshua’s life.  Condolences may be sent to the family on his everlasting memorial page at:  www.BlurtonFuneralHomes.com.