Josh Short

December 17, 1989 - July 5, 2021

"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." (Jeremiah 29:11). This was a favorite Bible verse of Joshua Short. A free-spirited, outgoing, kind and competitive athlete describes Josh, who joined his loving savior on July 5, 2021.

Josh was born on December 17, 1989, to his parents, Mike and Theresa Short, in Knoxville. Josh was steeped in faith and had a deep love for Christ. He was a gifted athlete in many sports but breathed baseball, especially during his high school...