Joshua Wesley Thompson, 27, of Etowah passed away Wednesday, April 23, 2014 at Starr Regional Medical Center of Etowah. Joshua was an Eagle Scout. He enjoyed photography, being outside and loved anything to do with an engine. Josh was a combat veteran serving in Iraq with the 269th company of the 117th battalion of the Tennessee National Guard. He also treasured his time spent in the National Guard. Joshua was the son of Harry "Hank" Charles Thompson and Paula Evett Williams

Survivors include his parents; Paula and Hal Williams of Athens, TN, and Hank and Jackie Thompson of Hixson, TN; grandparents; Harrianne and Charles Thompson of Benton, TN, and Bill and Shelby Davis of Athens, TN; step-sisters and 1 brother-in-law; Megan Wagner, Lauren and Jonathan Brannen, Lexi Williams, and Haley Williams, step-brothers; Tyler Williams and Nolan Williams; Special friend; Bobby Jean Bradford and several loved nephews, nieces, cousins, aunts and uncles.

Memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, April 26, 2014 in the South Chapel of Bordwine Funeral Home with Rev. Ron Allen officiating. Family will receive friends from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. Saturday April 26, 2014, prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers please make a donation to the charity of your own choosing.