Joshua Daniel Harp, age 24, of Corbin, KY, passed away on Sunday, May 21, 2023.
He was born in Corbin and was the son of Richard Harp and Ginger Smith Harp.
Josh was a minister at Immanuel Baptist Church in Corbin, his faith was an essential part of his life.
He was passionate about his work and was known for his kind and empathetic nature. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed fishing, hunting, kayaking, and hiking. Josh’s love for the outdoors was evident in his dedication to sharing these experiences with others.
Josh’s adventurous spirit and loving personality touched countless lives. He was a compassionate soul who had a generous heart and a willingness to help others whenever possible. His zest for life was infectious, and he will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
He was preceded in death by his great grandparents, Verla and Coy Brewer; and an aunt, Peggy Gray.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his loving wife, Kaitlyn Waddle Harp; sister, Rachel Harp; grandparents, Ken and Mona Harp, and James and Sue Smith; father and mother-in-law, Creston and Becky Waddle; brother-in-law, Taylor Waddle and wife Bayleigh; nephew, Silas Waddle; uncles and aunts, Jim and Sharon Harp, Chris and Tammy Smith, Lisa Mills, and Josh and Jill DeBorde; and by numerous cousins and friends.
Visitation will be held from 1-5pm on Thursday, May 25, at Immanuel Baptist Church, Corbin, KY, where his funeral service will follow at 5pm with Rev. Allen Bonnell officiating.
Following the service, he will be laid to rest in McFarland Cemetery, Corbin, KY.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Immanuel Baptist Church in memory of Josh.
Donations can be made online using the link below under “Memorial Contributions.”
Arrangements by Vankirk-Grisell Funeral Home, where messages of condolence may be written to the family at vankirkgrisellfuneralhome.com.
