Joshua J. West

Joshua James West, 54, of Shelbyville, passed away Sunday, Nov. 3, 2013, at Franciscan St. Francis Health in Indianapolis. He was born July 28, 1959, to James West Jr. and Marlene (McComas) West in Shelbyville. He married Susan (Phelps) West on June 26, 1982. Survivors include his mother of Shelbyville; wife of Shelbyville; daughters, Megan (husband, Jason) Zander of Fairland and Jessie West of Shelbyville; sisters, Janet (husband, John) Coombs of Morristown, Lisa (husband, Danny) Walton of Shelbyville and Lori (husband, Mark) Stephen of Shelbyville; and grandchildren, Emma and Zack. He was preceded in death by his father, James West Jr. Josh was the owner/operator of West Repair. Motorcycle ridin was Josh's passion. Participating in family activities always made him smile. His grandchildren were the highlight of his life. Josh's personality was caring and compassionate for others. He was always willing to share whatever he had. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9, 2013, at Murphy-Parks Funeral Service & Crematory, 703 S. Harrison St., Shelbyville, IN 46176. Funeral services will follow at 1 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home with the Rev. Robert Langdon officiating. Burial will be at Forest Hill Cemetery in Shelbyville. The family requests that attendees ride motorcycles to lead the procession to the gravesite. Memorial contributions may be made to the Joshua West Memorial Fund in care of the funeral home. Funeral Directors Greg A. Parks and Sheila J. Parks are honored to conduct the services for Mr. West. Online condolences may be shared at www.murphyparks.com