Joshua Ryan Kropka, 35, Wheeling, WV, died at his home on Monday, December 14, 2020.  Josh was born August 1, 1985 in Gallipolis, Ohio. He is survived by his beloved daughter Ellisyn (Ellie) Rose Marie Buck-Kropka whom he adored, his parents, Roger Kropka (Martins Ferry, OH) and Mary Kropka Legg (Mason, WV); sister Candice Trousdale, Alabama; maternal grandparents, George and Bonnie (Lawhorn) McFarland (Mason, WV); special partner, Aubri McElroy (Wheeling, WV), as well as uncles, aunt, numerous cousins and special friends Ruthie and Jack Pickens, New Haven, WV. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Joseph and Evelyn Kropka (Rayland, OH); his very special maternal aunt, Carla Donette McFarland (Mason, WV); several maternal and paternal uncles, maternal great aunt, Shirley (Kitty) Grey Bocock, who died October 23, 2020.Josh was employed at Long Horn Steakhouse in St. Clairsville, OH, where he received many positive comments from his patrons for the services he provided.  He graduated in 2003 from High School in Winfield, WV. In 2014, he earned his bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Marshall University. He was an avid fan of WVU football, basketball, and the Dallas Cowboys. He loved all sports, and his proudest accomplishment was being an all-star baseball player in Mason and Winfield. Josh was a devoted, loving father to his daughter Ellie, a beloved son, grandson, and beloved special partner.  Josh was always a kind, caring, and compassionate person. He will be forever loved and missed by his family and friends. Friends will be received at the Wilson Funeral Home 920 National Road Brookside on Saturday December 19, 2020 from 2-7 pm. A final service will be conducted at the Funeral Home afterward, with Rev. Rod Kasler officiating, final service and interment will be held at Foglesong Funeral Home in Mason West Virginia. To leave the family a condolence please visit www.wilsonfuneralhomes.com