Joshua "Josh" Elliott's Obituary
Joshua “Josh” Elliott, age 39, of Pinckneyville, IL passed away on Monday, June 2, 2025, at 6:57 p.m., in his home surrounded by his loving family.
Josh was born on February 12, 1986, in Pinckneyville, IL, a son to Brent Elliott and Paula (Ferrari) Higgerson. He worked as a heavy equipment operator. Josh was an avid LSU football fan and loved farming. Josh truly enjoyed Formula 1 and dirt track racing. He loved spending time with his nephews. Josh had a heart of gold and would help anyone he could. Josh will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
He is survived by his mother and step-father, Paula (Bryan) Higgerson of Pinckneyville, IL; dad, Brent Elliott of Pinckneyville, IL; several grandparents, Kay Elliott, Sam (Nancy) Higgerson, and Cindy Higgerson; his loving girlfriend, Rachel Kurtz of Tamaroa, IL; one brother, Zachery (Addie) Elliott of Oakdale, IL; godparents, Don (Laura) Ferrari of Waltonville, IL; two nephews, Donald and Benjamin Elliott; one goddaughter, Lexi Ferrari of Pinckneyville, IL; many aunts and uncles, Frank (Cathy) Ferrari of Dahlgren, IL, Bob (Cindy) Ferrari of Pinckneyville, IL, Don (Laura) Ferrari of Waltonville, IL, Ron (Leslie) Ferrari of Pinckneyville, IL, Gary (Becky) Ferrari of Pinckneyville, IL, Kevin (Monica) Ferrari of Pinckneyville, IL, Brian (Suey) Elliott of Bearfoot Bay, FL; his beloved dog, Purcy; and many cousins.
He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Don Elliott; grandparents, Paul and Lucille Ferrari; and uncle John Ferrari.
A memorial service will be held at Pyatt Funeral Home, Pinckneyville, IL, on Monday, June 9, 2025, at 7:00 p.m., with Sam Higgerson officiating.
Visitation will be held at Pyatt Funeral Home, Pinckneyville, IL, on Monday, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.
Memorial donations may be made to the Perry County Humane Society, Donald Elliott or Benjamin Elliott college education fund.
Pyatt Funeral Home, Pinckneyville, IL has been entrusted with the arrangements.
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