Joshua Blaney Abbott

Joshua Blaney Abbott, 38, of St. Louis, MO formerly of Harrisburg, IL died Friday April 3, 2026 at his residence. His wishes was to be cremated. a Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date. Felty Funeral Home in Carrier Mills, IL is assisting the family with the arrangements.

Josh was born on February 22, 1988 in Carbondale, IL to Stuart Abbott and Deborah (Riden) Wilson.

After high school he joined the Army National Guard and served his country honorably. He later was employed for many years as a dental assistant in the St. Louis area.

Josh had a smile that could brighten the darkest room, and a gentle, soft disposition that made everyone feel safe and welcomed. He was a man of few pleasures, enjoyed his gaming consoles, catching Pokemon, a random trip to the casino, and if you were lucky enough to find yourself in his closest inner circle, you knew you were loved.

Josh is survived by his brother: Dustin (Tiffany) Kielhorn of Harrisburg, IL; sister: Devin (Josh) Beck of Jackson, TN; nieces and nephews: Walker (Kelsey) Kielhorn, Triton Kielhorn, Mady Beck, and Liam Beck; uncle: Michael (Mindi) Riden; aunts: Karen Davis and Joan (Matt) Hancock; friends: Abby Kesl, Kain West and Giuliano Mangiore.

He was preceded in death by his mother: Debbie Wilson; grandparents: Ina Lane Riden and Wiley Riden; uncle: Wiley Riden Jr and aunt: Kathy Reimer.