Joshua James Albert Wootton

Joshua James Albert Wootton, 40, passed away unexpectedly in the early morning hours on January 29, 2019 in West Palm, Florida. Joshua was born in West Palm Beach and was a longtime resident in Palm Beach County. He attended Santaluces High School where he played baseball on the school's team. As an all-around athlete, he played golf in the Palm Beach County Junior Golf Association (and became the 1995 Palm Beach County Champion) He took up Ultimate Fighting and boxing. He enjoyed training and working out. After attending Indian River Community College and playing on their baseball team, Josh resumed playing golf in the Long Drive Competitions. His drives were well over 300 yards. Joshua was the owner of Tree King, a tree removal and trimming business. He took pride in his work and had no fear in the daily routine of climbing the tall pines of the Palm Beach County area. He loved his family and many friends and enjoyed spending time with them. Many will miss his shy grin, his laughter, his brown eyes, and his "I-got-your-back-man" attitude. He is the beloved son of Donna and Richard Wootton and brother of Amylynn Wootton-Mattson and the brother-in-law of Mark Mattson. Josh was the adored Uncle of Ani and Aidan Mattson who loved to poke at his tattoos and call him "Uncle Joshie". He was a son, a brother, a friend, a lover, and a fighter who lived his life with reckless abandonment and an indomitable spirit. As the famous baseball player, Ernie Harwell once said, "Baseball is a lot like life. It's a day-to-day existence, full of ups and downs." Josh had many ups and downs, but tried to continue to keep a positive, hopeful outlook in life. He will be miss, but not forgotten. Visitation and Services will be held at Palm West Funeral Home in Royal Palm Beach, Florida on Saturday, February 16, 2019. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to "Give Kids the World" or "St. Jude's Hospital for Children" in his name.