Joshua "Josh" J. Harry

Joshua “Josh” James Harry, a one-of-a-kind man, ended his fight with cancer on Monday, April 27, 2026, at his home surrounded by the love of his family. His passing marks the end of a vibrant chapter defined by loyalty, humor, a need for speed, and a heart that loved deeply.

We will celebrate Josh’s life at 7:00 P.M. Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at Country Celebrations, 5606 Hamilton Blvd, Sioux City, IA. Visitation with family and friends will be from 4:00 P.M. until service time. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 A.M. Thursday, May 7, 2026, at Grace Hill Cemetery in Hawarden, with a reception to follow at Old City Hall Event Center in Hawarden.

Josh was born on November 22, 1977, in Hawarden, Iowa, the son of Jim and Denise (Larson) Harry. Josh’s early years in Hawarden shaped a grounded, kind spirit who embraced life with a uniquely dry sense of humor, a stubborn streak, and an infectious goofiness. From these roots sprouted a man renowned for dad jokes galore and one-liners that could brighten any room, creating a legacy of laughter among family and those fortunate to know him.

Josh made many life-long friends during grade school and high school, and he graduated from West Sioux High School in 1996. He attended WITCC, where he made lasting friendships at the Isabella house and helped create the Sunday Morning Bacon Association. Josh also spent a brief but meaningful period in Madison, Wisconsin, leaving him with lasting friendships that enriched his life.

His career journey, woven primarily through the telecommunications industry, spoke to his innate talent for solving problems — he could fix anything. He worked at Siouxland Energy Cooperative, before his path eventually led him to FiberComm (now ImOn), where he spent the past twelve years forging many strong and special friendships that stood as a testimony to his camaraderie and warmth.

He was a man of many passions that painted a vivid life: The thrill of drag racing his beloved 1969 Camaro at Thunder Valley Dragways, and treasured moments spent in the garage with his dad. The outdoors called to him endlessly, where he loved fishing and hunting, and the simple joy of being behind the wheel of his treasured truck. He was also known for putting on spectacular firework shows, killer drumming sessions, and his thirst for knowledge kept YouTube in business. Above all, Josh cherished being a dad, relishing every opportunity to support his daughter Gemma’s activities with unwavering pride and enthusiasm.

Josh is survived by his wife, Jennifer "Jenni" Harry, and their daughter Gemma; his parents Jim and Denise Harry, his brother Levi Harry (Stephanie Arsenault); his parents-in-law: Dan and Nan Seger as well as Sheri and Brian Reynoldson; sisters-in-law Dacia Weir (Brandon Steele) and Ashley (Brett) Bloom; and brother-in-law Brock (Shelby) Reynoldson. His extended family includes nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins who, alongside countless special coworkers and friends, celebrate the light he brought into their lives.

He was preceded in death by grandparents: Loyle and Roxy Larson and Richard and Evelyn Harry, his beloved uncle Randy Larson, and aunt Sherri Harry.

Josh’s story is one of indelible spirit—marked by unwavering loyalty, spirited laughter, and a love that was fierce and wholly authentic. His memory lives on through the many lives he touched, the friendships he nurtured, and the family whose hearts he forever holds.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be given to the family for a future fund to support furthering Gemma's education.