Joshua William Talford, age 21 of Rock Falls, died unexpectedly Tuesday, January 31, 2017 in Eau Claire.

Josh was born on February 28, 1995 in Eau Claire. He was the son of Richard and Kathryn (Jones) Talford. Josh grew up and lived in the Rock Falls area his whole life. He graduated from Durand High School in 2014. While in school, Josh was on the cross country and track team. After high school, Josh attended Chippewa Valley Technical College for computer software development.

Josh was always making people smile and laugh. He will be most remembered for his witty and sharp sense of humor. In his spare time, he enjoyed playing video games, going running and hanging out with friends. Josh was a gentle, kind, and loving soul, and will be greatly missed.

Josh is survived by his parents; Rick and Kathy of Rock Falls, siblings; Nick of Rock Falls, Beth (Corey) Knoepke of Mondovi, Jake of Eau Claire and Grace of Rock Falls, one nephew; Michael Knoepke, maternal grandparents; Keith and Donna Jones of Chippewa Falls, a great grandmother, many aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents; Elton and Goldie Talford and his great grandparents.

Memorial Services will be 11:00 AM, Monday, February 6, 2017 at Rock Creek Lutheran Church in Rock Falls, with Rev. Mary Eide officiating. Visitation will be Sunday from 12:00 PM Noon until 4:00 PM at the Rhiel Funeral Home in Durand, and one hour prior to services at the church on Monday.

Rhiel Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Durand, is serving the family.

Condolences

1. Landon webster February 19, 2017, at 9:32pm

   Im sorry we didn't talk in school miss u my friend

2. Dixie Frase February 6, 2017, at 11:06am

   So sorry for your loss. My late husband Greg & son Nick have rented hunting land from Rick for quite some time & think so highly of him. My heart goes out to Rick & the entire family.

3. Donna Halbleib February 6, 2017, at 9:51am

   Dearest Cousins,
   My heart breaks at the loss of this young man. May God sustain you through all tomorrows as you come to grip with this devastating loss. Love to you all.
   Donna

4. Michelle Stewart (Enerson) February 5, 2017, at 7:12pm

   Thinking of you all during this difficult time.

5. Rebecca T Clausen February 5, 2017, at 2:47pm

   So sorry....

6. Joelle and Steve Astrup February 4, 2017, at 10:53am

   Words cannot express how sorry we are for the loss of JT. We know how much he meant to our son Cole, one of his roommates, and we know how much he will be missed. There is a deep ache in our hearts. We hope you are surrounded by wonderful memories and love. We wish you peace.

7. Bob Radle February 4, 2017, at 8:13am

   My deepest sympathy for your families loss.

8. John and Patty Wayne February 4, 2017, at 6:50am

   Our deepest sympathy to you and your family at the loss of your son. May God bless you with the strength you'll need in the days ahead.

9. John and Patty Wayne February 4, 2017, at 6:50am

   Our deepest sympathy to you and your family at the loss of your son. May God bless you with the strength you'll need in the days ahead.

10. Stephen and Buffi Mitchell February 4, 2017, at 6:06am

    We are forever grateful that Connor has the blessing of so many wonderful memories of being roommates with JT. Connor has shared many of those moments with us this week. JT's awesome sense of humor and genuine love for his roommates resonates throughout those memories. Thank you for sharing JT with all of us. What a phenomenal young man you raised! Our deepest sympathies and prayers for His peace that passes all understanding as you honor your son in his transition from mortal to immortal.

11. Melina Braeger February 3, 2017, at 11:05pm

    Carol, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Clearly, your nephew left his family way too soon. You ate in my thoughts & prayers.
    My Sympathies,
    Melina Braeger

12. Patti Blount February 3, 2017, at 3:08pm

    Sympathy to the family during this tragic time. Patti Blount - Durand Library

13. Paula Zwiefelhofer February 3, 2017, at 2:06pm

    Heartfelt prayers and my deepest sympathy to your family.

14. Marty & Mary Jane Green February 3, 2017, at 8:02am

    Our deepest sympathy goes out to Kathy & Rick and the entire Talford family. May God grant you strength in the days ahead and may your warm, wonderful memories of Josh help to ease your pain.

15. Hannah February 3, 2017, at 7:24am

    Stay strong, everything will be alright. Prayers to all of the Talfords.

16. Sharon Cole Coon February 3, 2017, at 7:21am

    Linda: Sorry to hear of your Nephew's passing. I am keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers

17. Rebecca Irey February 3, 2017, at 7:00am

    Kathy, all of RI is sending their love and prayers. We are all so sorry to hear of this loss. May God give you peace that truly passes understanding and tidal waves of love and beautiful memories of Joshua to sustain you. Rebecca

18. Pete and Becky Richardson February 3, 2017, at 6:39am

    Deepest sympathy to your family during this time.

19. Tony, Jill, Taylor, and Tyler Gruber February 3, 2017, at 4:32am

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

20. Shirley Pridemore February 3, 2017, at 12:37am

    I am so sorry to hear of the loss of this young man. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to Rick & Kathy. And to his brothers & sisters. May he rest in peace.

21. Hal Davis February 2, 2017, at 6:58pm

    Praying for all of you that you can find peace and know that our God is gracious and loving to all of us.

22. Gary and Nancy Bauer February 2, 2017, at 6:54pm

    Our deepest sympathy to all. Rick and Kathy you probably don't know who we are, but we know your parents (Keith and Donna). Our hearts go out to you.

23. Patti Gould February 2, 2017, at 6:51pm

    Prayers to all of Josh's family. Thinking of you all during this difficult time.

24. Susan (Rud) & Dale Kurowsky February 2, 2017, at 6:41pm

    Dear Cousins,
    We are so very saddened by the loss of your son. We are praying for you and your family that God gives you strength. Our deepest condolences.
    Susan & Dale

25. Bonnie Gibson February 2, 2017, at 6:38pm

    My heartfelt sympathies to to the Talford family. even though i didn't know him i do know what it is like to lose a son. My prayers to you and family

26. Joy and Richard Jurrens February 2, 2017, at 6:07pm

    There are no words to express our deepest sympathy for all of you at this time. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

27. Joyce Mulheron February 2, 2017, at 5:55pm

    We're so sorry for your loss Rick and Kathy. Sending all our love and prayers to you and your families.
    Pat & Joyce Mulheron

28. Patrick & Amy Adam February 2, 2017, at 5:36pm

    Our deepest sympathies to the entire family.

29. Donna - Matt Talford February 2, 2017, at 5:29pm

    Sending our condolences to the Talford family.

30. Brenda Gunnufson February 2, 2017, at 5:19pm

    Our sincere sympathy to all of you. God bless you.

31. Wendy Schofield February 2, 2017, at 4:29pm

    We are so very very sorry and send our deepest sympathy to all of Joshua's family... Thinking about you Beth and Corey... Many prayers ~ Wendy and Steve Schofield

32. Larry and Carol Sprague February 2, 2017, at 4:00pm

    Our deepest sympathy to Josh's family. Our prayers go out to all of you.

33. Lester Bauer February 2, 2017, at 3:39pm

    My Deepest Sympathy

34. Tony Gunderson February 2, 2017, at 2:56pm

    Deepest sympathies....

35. Brian and Norma Gabriel February 2, 2017, at 2:07pm

    Our deepest sympathy.

36. Melissa Kent February 2, 2017, at 1:57pm

    My deepest sympathy to your family. You are in my prayers.

37. Sandy Hoffmeister February 2, 2017, at 1:46pm

    My deepest sympathy & love to the Talford family! Cherish all the wonderful memories!! Josh will live on in your hearts forever!! ❤

38. Katrina Brunner February 2, 2017, at 1:44pm

    My sincerest sympathy to you all during this most difficult time. Josh was one of a kind and will be deeply missed.

39. Kelly(pichler) Bentley February 2, 2017, at 12:48pm

    Deepest sympathy to all of you.

40. Rhonda Cota February 2, 2017, at 12:29pm

    Our deepest sympathies toy all of you during this time.
    Rhonda
    Ashley and Hannah Biesterveld

41. Monica Heitman February 2, 2017, at 12:19pm

    My very deepest sympathy to all the family. Prayers!

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