Joshua Mathew Conway, 19, of Polo, IL, passed away on Sunday, June 15, 2025.
Joshua was born on March 5, 2006 in Freeport, IL, the son of Daniel Conway and Lorena (Deets) Conway.
Josh just finished his first year as a student at Louisiana State University and made the Dean’s List.
He was a member of the East Jordan United Methodist Church in Sterling, IL. Josh previously attended Polo High School. While in attendance he enjoyed both athletic and academic pursuits. He played football all 4 years, ran track his junior and senior year, was on the academic team and even competed in the Scholastic Bowl. Josh enjoyed making people laugh, hanging out with friends and playing basketball. He spent many hours playing video games with people from all over the world. He was doting and kind to his many family cats.
Joshua was survived by his parents Daniel and Lorena Conway of Polo; sister Jessica Conway currently of Sterling; uncle Corwin Deets and many other friends and family members. He was preceded in death by both his Maternal Grandparents and Paternal Grandparents as well as his aunt Linda Conway.
A memorial visitation will be Monday, June 30, 2025 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Polo Family Funeral Home, 110 E Dixon St. Polo.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established to the Polo Athletic Boosters. Cremation rites have been accorded.
Condolences may be sent to pffh.condolences@gmail.com.
