Joshua James Bennetts, 41, of Farmington, MO, who was born on August 13, 1984, in Fort Myers, FL sadly passed away on July 22, 2026. Josh was a talented lineman and a loving father who proudly adored his daughters. Playing outside with his girls and his nieces, who know him as Uncle Joshy, was his most favorite thing to do. He also enjoyed the great outdoors in many aspects; fishing, gardening, golf, and being in the creek looking for arrowheads. Throughout his life he was surrounded by great friends and family who knew him as fun, outgoing, overall happy and always “in the moment.” There was never a day that he didn’t wear a goofy grin, and he always knew how to make anyone laugh or put a smile on their face. He was a light in a dark room with a huge, kind heart who will truly be missed in this life.

He was survived by his daughters, Cadence Richardson, Jaida, Jazmine and Jalaylah Bennetts; his granddaughter, Emmy Jane Walling; his mother, Michele Evans; his father, James Bennetts; his siblings, Jenika and Jessica Walsh, Jamie (Bennetts) Byrne, Alyssa (Bennetts) Cree, and Joel Bennetts; his adoring nieces, Jolie Bennett, Brooklynn Wengler, Blacelynn Douglas; and many loving family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his loving grandparents, Beverly and Calvin Schenk.

Friends and family are invited to Cozean Memorial Chapel on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. Family time will be held from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m., followed by a memorial gathering from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. A memorial service will begin at 7:00 p.m. with Pastor Mike Haney officiating. Inurnment will take place at a future date, details to follow.

In lieu of flowers, if anyone would like to make a memorial donation to help cover the cost of funeral services, payments can be made payable to Jenika Walsh. The family would like to thank everyone for their kind words and support during this difficult time.View the video tribute and share your memories and condolences at cozeanfuneralhome.com.