Joseph Howard Wallingford

June 27, 1966 - March 11, 2021

Joseph Howard Wallingford, 54, of Hastings passed away from injuries sustained in an automobile accident on March 11, 2021. He was born on June 27, 1966 in Dayton Ohio. Joseph was a “ball of fire”, always into something and full of energy. He enjoyed NASCAR and mudding events at Hogwaller. He was an avid football fan and loved his Florida Gators, CHOMP CHOMP! Joseph truly loved his family especially his best friend, Bubba, his beloved pet. Joseph is preceded in death by his grandparents. Joseph leaves to cherish his memory his wife of 19 years, Tressa Wallingford; children, Carmen Wallingford(Shane Horton) and Joseph Wallingford Jr.; granddaughter, Lilly Horton; parents, Roger Wallingford(Stacy) and Joyce Wallingford(Burt Davidson); brother, Scott Wallingford(Linh); nephew, Chandler Wallingford(Lauren); niece, Taylor Kennedy(Thomas); best friend, Bubba; a host of extended family and friends who will miss him dearly. A Celebration of Joseph’s life will be 11:30 A.M., March 27, 2021 at St Johns Family Funeral Home. A time of reflection will begin at 10:00 A.M. prior to the service. In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to the family to help with funeral expenses. In keeping with the CDC Coronavirus guidelines every attendee must wear a mask and the number of attendees may be restricted. We ask that if you are at high risk, feeling ill, or traveling from an area with a high level of infection, please do not attend the service. Those unable to attend can view the service live streamed at https://iframe.dacast.com/b/156599/c/549019 . St Johns Family is in charge of the arrangements.