Joshua David Phelps
Joshua David Phelps, 33 of Kokomo and formerly of Tipton County died Saturday, January 23, 2021 at his residence. He was born on June 28, 1987 in Indianapolis to David Barry Phelps and Sandra Ann Gutierrez.
Josh worked at Fiat Chrysler America and was a member of the UAW 685. He had previously done maintenance and grounds work at the Deer Creek Music Center in Noblesville. He was a 2006 graduate of Tipton High School.
Josh was passionate about music, especially alternative music and Dubstep. He loved playing acoustic guitar. Music was truly his soul. His second love was his Harley and he was a founding member of Funkshun Family Bike Club. Josh was very involved in Narcotics Anonymous.
Survivors include his parents, Sandra Gutierrez and life partner Darrin K. Thomas of Kokomo and David Barry Phelps and wife Sheila Dawn of Greentown; one daughter, Ivory Katherine Phelps; a sister, Jade N. Chavez of Kokomo; grandmother, Margarita Gutierrez of Tipton, grandfather, Larry E. Biddle of Greentown and many aunts, uncles and cousins.
He was preceded in death by grandparents Pablo Gutierrez, Sr., Harry D. Phelps and Clara M. Biddle.
Funeral services for Josh will be at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, January 29 at Young-Nichols Funeral Home with burial to follow in Greenlawn Cemetery in Greentown. Visitation will be from 3:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Thursday at the funeral home.
Proper wearing of masks or face coverings as well as social distancing will be required at the funeral home. The funeral will be live streamed and also recorded for watching later on Josh’s obituary page at www.young-nichols.com.
Rest In Peace Josh. A life well lived.
You were like a son to me Joshua and you were best friends with my son Scott for many years. you will be sadly missed: you’re extremely loved Heaven now has another awesome angel. I know you and Tommy are having one heck of a reunion. We miss you Bub . love you forever♥️
Fly high Josh… you will be truly missed by so many! You are loved!
So much love dear friend…hug Jerry for me ♡ swank
You were one of a kind man. I am forever grateful to you for the way you checked on my when I lost Rocky. Your encouragement helped get through it. I cannot believe we have to say see ya later. Big empty spot left by your passing. Continue to watch over those who love you, they will need it. Thank you for being you! Much love friend!
Rest easy my friend, you will be missed so much.
Rest In peace Josh. You will be missed. You were a one kind person that helped so many people!
Thank you josh for looking out for my granddaughters Brittany and Kelsey, and so many others, you will be missed
love you Chachi!!!
Josh was such a loving and caring young man. He seemed to brighten up the room with just his presence. I could tell he loved his family. He especially loved his daughter, Ivory, just by the way his eyes lit up when he talked about her. She was the apple of his eye. Maybe someday she’ll realize how much he cared for her. Josh will be greatly missed by everyone he touched.
Love you P-Helps. May your purpose forever shine a light on my purpose. See you soon, brother.
Sandy, our love and prayers for you and your family in this time of great sorrow. There are no words for the ache in a Mother’s heart. May God wrap his arms around you!!
Vickie Cathey
Josh, it was a sad day when I heard of your passing. U grew up around and with my boys. Everyone spoke highly of u. U were loved by many. Rest high on that mountain josh. God bless u..
You were a good man, that knew the struggle of addiction and overcame through the Lord. We all know your with him now. Watch over us addict and help us get where we need to be brother.
Was extremely humbled and honored to lay such an awesome man to rest. Bet you hit a meeting as soon as you got there. LOL! Love you bro and will SEE YOU AGAIN!