Joshua "Josh" Caine Klingaman

LIGONIER – Joshua “Josh” Caine Klingaman , age 30, of Ligonier, IN passed away unexpectedly at Parkview Noble Hospital on Saturday, May 5, 2018 in Kendallville, IN.  He was born on July 8, 1987 in Goshen, IN the son of Mike H. Clark and Lori Ann (Klingaman) Sparks.

He is survived by his father, Mike Clark; mother, Lori (Grant) Sparks; daughter, Kaycee Klingaman; grandmother, Judy Klingaman; brother, Michael Bradley Clark and his fiancé Ashley Miller; step-brothers, Dustin, Sean, and Jamie Sparks; seven aunts, Patti Clark, Kay Clark, Lynn Clark, Shirlee B. Clark, Treva Miller, Jandi Klingaman, Carrie (Kevin) Cooksey; one uncle, Noel (Heather) Klingaman, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, along with so many great friends.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Hubert and Hester Clark, and Maternal grandfather, Bradley Klingaman.

Josh was the proudest father anyone could ever come to know.  His relationship with his daughter, Kaycee was filled with memories of mudding, singing to country music, and taking rides on his motorcycle.  Anything to do with four-wheelers, Harleys, Chevys, snowmobiles, and dirt bikes, was his preferred method of transport.  Josh would rather cut through a field than use the road to get some place.   He worked in the RV Industry for most of his career and was considered a “Josh” of all trades, having many talents with fixing and creating things.  Five of those years he had the privilege to work with his dad at one of the factories.  He also was a helping hand on the farm. His favorite thing to do was run combine or anything related to the tractor.  Josh was a true country boy, through and through.  His genuine smile and willingness to help others at a moment’s notice will be missed.

A funeral service will be held in Josh’s honor on Thursday, May 10, 2018 at 11AM at Yeager Funeral Home , 1589 Lincolnway South; Ligonier, IN 46767. Celebrant Larry Baker will officiate. Cremation will take place with the Legacy Cremation and Remembrance Center in Ligonier, IN following the service.

Family and friends will be received from 1PM- 4PM and 5PM-8PM on Wednesday, May 9, 2018 along with one hour prior to the service at the funeral home on Thursday. Memorial contributions in Josh’s name may be directed to Lori Sparks to help with funeral expenses.

Yeager Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.yeagerfuneralhome.com .