Josh Ekblad
February 7, 1977 ~ March 28, 2019
Age 42 of Hugo. Loving Husband, Devoted Dad, Beloved Brother, passed away surrounded by family on March 28, 2019 after a long battle with synovial sarcoma.
Preceded in death by parents, Peter & Michele; mother-in-law, Judy Benson. Survived by loving wife, Jamie; children, Ethan siblings, Molly (Joe Katzenberger), Gretchen (John) Schollmeier; father-in-law, Darrell (Julianne) Benson; brother-in-laws, Dwayne (Tanya) Benson, Doug Benson; many nieces, nephews, other relatives & friends.
Josh was a proud and hard-working member of Laborer’s Local 563. He always showed up early and gave 110% with no complaints. Josh was an avid outdoorsman with a passion for hunting & fishing. He was loyal and dependable with a strong but quiet presence and a great sense of humor. Most importantly he was the epitome of a dedicated family man. He was a faithful husband, protective father and cared for his family more than anything else.
A celebration of Josh’s life 11 AM Saturday, April 6th with visitation beginning at 9 AM at Forest Hills United Methodist Church, 1790 11th St SE, Forest Lake. To honor Josh, please dress comfortably and casually.
I would like to extend my heartfelt condolences. May you find comfort in warm memories and the Bible promises for the future. Revelation 21:3,4 ” With that I heard a loud voice from the throne say :’ Look! The tent of God is with mankind, and he will reside with them, and they will be his people. And God himself will be with them. And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away. ‘ ” My thoughts and prayers are with you.
We loved this family—watching Josh play hockey with Mike and Ryan—and the closeness that family had always!! Hugs and love!!