Mr. Edmond Joshua Sr.

Mr. Edmond Joshua, Sr., 86, of Peoria, IL. passed away at 11:50 am on Tuesday, December 20, 2022, at his home at B’Nai B’Rith Apartments. Edmond was born on July 5, 1936, in Charlotte Amalie, U.S. Virgin Islands to Victoria (Petersen) and Joseph Joshua. While living in New York City, Edmond worked in the construction industry until he was 62 years old. He then moved to Peoria in 2007 after visiting his favorite nephew and falling in love with the city. Upon moving to Peoria, Edmond joined Grace Baptist Church. Edmond was a gentleman and a smooth Salsa Dancer. Edmond also liked to roller skate, go for walks and ride his bike. He loved drinking Starbucks coffee. Edmond was gifted with the natural talent of drawing anything within his view and the ability to carve intricate designs with wood. Edmond was a competitor as he was a skilled chess player and loved to watch and attend sporting events. Edmond leaves to cherish his most precious memories, two sons, Edmond Joshua, Jr. and Emmanuel Joshua; one sister, June Warner of Guam; and his nephew and caregiver, Orville (Carolyn) Joshua of Peoria, IL. and host of other relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Ralph Henley, and one sister, Lelia Joshua. A memorial service will be held at 11 am on Saturday, January 7, 2023 at Grace Baptist Church with a visitation one-half hour prior at 10:30 am. Pastor Claude White, Jr., will officiate. Simons Mortuary has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at SimonsMortuary.com. The service will be live streamed on Simons Mortuary's Website or Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/Simons-Mortuary-232095303487150 promptly AT THE TIME OF THE SERVICE (Central Time). Due to Covid-19, social distancing is encouraged to be consistent with recommendations from the National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA), funeral home directors have been instructed and should follow CDC guidelines on gatherings, including those directly related to funerals, visitations, or graveside services. *In an effort to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, we ask that everyone in attendance: wear a face mask and refrain from hugging, kissing and shaking hands (as hard as it is to see someone you care about and not touch them). *It is our responsibility as Funeral Directors, to do everything we can to advise families in order to honor our beloved Families and to keep everyone as safe as possible. Thanks in advance for your cooperation!

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Mr. Edmond Joshua Sr.

July 5, 1936 - December 20, 2022