Joshua D. Slater, 46, of Nauvoo, Illinois, passed away at 4:00 a.m. Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at his home.
He was born on December 14, 1979 in Keokuk, Iowa, the son of John and Julie (Slater) Gray.
Survivors include his parents: John and Julie Slater of Nauvoo, Illinois; one son: Gage Gray of Bulington, Iowa; one granddaughter: Harper Lynn Gray and one brother: Justin Slater.
Josh was raised in the Keokuk area, before moving to Nauvoo. He was a 1996 graduate of Nauvoo-Colusa High School. Following High School he worked at Steel Castings in Keokuk. For the past ten years he was employed by Iowa Renewable Energy in Washington, Iowa.
Cremation has been entrusted to Schmitz-Banks & Beals Funeral Home.
Per his wishes no services are planned.
A memorial has been established in his memory. Memorials may be sent to Josh Slater memorial fund, c/o Schmitz-Banks & Beals Funeral Home, P.O. Box 201, Nauvoo, Illinois 62354.
On-line condolences to the family may be left at
www.sbbfuneralhome.com.
