Joshua Jay Szarka Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Joshua Jay Szarka of Ottawa, Illinois, born in Franklin, New Hampshire, who passed away on March 5, 2023, at the age of 32, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his close friends, Virgil Saenz and Steve Tackett; his grandparents, Janet and Jay Szarka; and his uncle Jay Szarka.

He is survived by: his parents, Thomas Glines and Jana Szarka; his children, Donta Szarka, Mali Szarka and Virgil Szarka; and his siblings, Chantel McQuilkin, Brittany Beaudoin, Michael Edwards and Adain Edwards. He is also survived by many aunts, uncles, and cousins; and lots of friends.

Memorials may be directed to the family.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Seals-Campbell Funeral Home, LLC

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March 10, 2023

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“Our heartfelt condolences from our family to yours. Love From Willow to Mali ♥️ The King Family”

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