I love you Justin!  / Ashley (sister)
Justin, its your big sis(or beave should I say). Well what can I say u not only my brother but my best friend. I know growing up with such a bossy but t wasnt always easy but as we got older we became so close. It was weird because we always used to fight and never got along but yet somehow we grew so close. There wasnt a day that went by that we didnt talk, pick on each other, say I love you and be careful. I miss you so much Justin and I feel so empty without you here to talk to everyday. A part of me is gone and I dont know what to do. On that worst day of my life that I got that phone call that you werent here anymore I didnt want to believe it, I didnt want to let u go. We didnt get to say goodbye, laugh together, it wasnt over yet. It couldnt be. So many times I have asked the question why God why Justin? It wasnt his  time yet he still had so much to do. Sometimes it still doesnt seem real that youll just beep me up and say "hey beaver". Where yall boys come up with the names i'll never know. I know now that you are in a much better place and your happy and just waiting on the rest of us. I dont think it will be to much longer. I m trying to take care of mom and checking on her everyday, she misses you so much. Its hard but we will get through it. Just know that you are so loved and missed  Justin and that we are here and waiting for that special day to come when we will meet again. I love and miss you so much. Always remember that! See ya soon. Close

Passing Through  / Joyce Collins (friend)

here is something i wrote a while back when one of my loved ones passed and i would like to share it with you.

Passing Through

It’s so hard to say good-bye
when someone you love dies.
And how do you walk away when
you know they’ve gone to stay.

Can you find some comfort in knowing this?
That when Jesus came down from
Heaven for us,
His father and the angels, 
surely him they did miss.
Surely they were saddened
when he wasn’t close by.

Keep this in your heart always that
when his life on earth was over,
when the battle was won,
back to the father and the angels went the son.

Back to our loved ones go us
through the son.

                Joyce Collins

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Miss you!  / Ashley (sister)

My Brother

My brother is someone......I'll have by my side
No matter how many bad things......I have done in my life
He is always there to support me......Whenever I'm in need
I know I can depend on him......Whatever the day may be

I'm sure I've made him angry......A time or two with me
But he has never let me known it......Afraid he might hurt me
He keeps all his feelings to himself......Except one he cannot   hide
And that is his love for me......That has filled my heart with pride

He has really helped me......To become the person I am today
And the Lord has really blessed me......By sending him my way.

 

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In Our Heart  / Mama (grandmother)

"In our heart"

We thought about you yesterday.
and days before that too.
We think of you in silence.
we often speak your name.
now all we have is memories.
and your picture in a frame.
your memory is our keepsake.
with which we will never part.
God has you in his keeping.
we have you in our heart.

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Im sorry for your loss  / Christine Daughter Of Omer LeBlanc (Passerby)
My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.  Justin made some bad decisions but didnt deserve this. I pray that you find the strengh to carry on. Close

~Thinking Of You~  / Melissa Carlie Adams Grandma...

The Wings Of An Angel
So Pure And So White,
The Wings Of An Angel
Holding You Tight,
The Wings Of An Angel
Caressing Your Skin,

The Wings Of An Angel
Keeping The Love Within.
These Wings From An Angel
Are My Gift To You,
 
These Wings From An Angel
Will Help See You Through.

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Justin thinking of you precious angel  / Delia Allan Tomlin's Mum


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my condolences  / Rose McPhee
Dear Family of Justin I wanted to say how sorry I am at the loss of your son what a handson boy .Please take one day at a a time it very hard and gets harder we lost our sixteen years old son March 21,2006 from playing a stupid game called the choking game we know the pain your in and will continue to be in but with the love of family and friends some days are ok.
If you ever need someone to listen please feel free to email me any time
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For Justin's Family  / Heather Mark's Mom

NATIVE AMERICAN PRAYER
I give you this one thought to keep -
I am with you still -  I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond glints on snow,
I am the sunlight on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn rain.

When you awaken in the morning's hush,
I am the swift, uplifting rush
of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not think of me as gone - 
I am with you still -  in each new dawn
 ~~Justin

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Your loss sounds like my baby brother  / Melissa Day (passerby)
I am just a passerby but want to extend my thoughts and prayers with the family.  I lost my brother 8 months ago to suicide.  He was only 19 years old and had been under the influence of drugs and alcohol the night he took his life.  I am so sorry for all that you are going through.  Close

Love I eternal  / Esther Beun (site visitor )

Love is eternal
Love doesn't die.

Love stays with you forever.
Love stays in the heart and soul.

Love you don't have to see.
Just have to feel.

Love is close,just close your eyes.
Feel what you can't see

Look with your heart
Part of eachother eternal,forever.

I wish you strength on your path.
Losing someone you love is the hardest thing in life...

hugs esther from the netherlands(amsterdam)

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And God Said.......  / Diane Angel Mom- Katie Cassidy
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You Never Said Goodbye  / Helen Davis (Mama) (Grandmother)

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Letter from Shari  / Mom
Hey Justin,

I got a letter from Shari today and she misses you so much.  She is doing so good.  You know she loved you like you were her own son.  She gave me such encouragment and I just wanted to share a couple of the quotes with you and everyone who reads this:

"In the midst of the sorrows is consolation, in the midst of the darkenss is light, in the midst of despair is hope, in the midst of Babylon is Jerusalem, and in the midst of the army of demons is the consoling angel."    by Henri Nouwen

"Heartache forces us to embrace God out of desperate, urgent need.  God is never closer than when your heart is aching."  Joni Erickson Tada

I love you and miss you so much,

Mom

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Letter From Heaven  / Helen Davis (Mama) (Grandmother)
LETTER FROM HEAVEN

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is over.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

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You are not alone...  / Kelly Noriega (Angel mom friend )
My deepest condolences to all who knew and loved Justin. I am so sorry for your loss. I too lost my 19 year old son Chad to a car accident just 7 months ago so I understand your unbearable grief. I wish there were something I could say to take away your pain but sadly I know there are no words that can. In those times that the pain is unbearable, please call on the Lord to hold you up and know that there are so many of us that share your pain. You do not walk alone. I hope you find peace in knowing that your wonderful son and friend is at total peace now and his beautiful soul is with you everyday. Hold on to the love you shared, it connects your souls and will never die. Focus not on his death but celebrate the wonderful life and person he was. I pray the Lord will bring comfort and strength to you in the way in which you need it most. Stay strong and know that I am here for you if you ever need me. 

God Bless you!
Kelly Noriega
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When Tomorrow Starts Without Me  / Tammy Pumphrey (Mom)

When Tomorrow Starts Without Me
David M. Romano

When tomorrow starts without me,
and I’m not there to see;
If the sun should rise and find your eyes,
all filled with tears for me;

I wish so much you wouldn’t cry,
the way you did today,
while thinking of the many things,
we didn’t get to say.

I know how much you love me,
as much as I love you,
and each time that you think of me,
I know you’ll miss me too;

But when tomorrow starts without me,
please try to understand,
that an Angel came and called my name,
and took me by the hand,

and said my place was ready,
in heaven far above,
and that I’d have to leave behind,
all those I dearly love.

But as I turned to walk away,
a tear fell from my eye,
for all life, I’d always thought,
I didn’t want to die.

I had so much to live for,
so much yet to do,
It seemed almost impossible,
that I was leaving you.

I thought of all the yesterdays,
the good ones and the bad,
I thought of all the love we shared,
and all the fun we had.

If I could relive yesterday,
just even for awhile,
I’d say goodbye and kiss you
and maybe see you smile.

But then I fully realized,
that this could never be,
for emptiness and memories,
would take the place of me.

And when I though of worldly things,
I might miss come tomorrow,
I thought of you, and when I did,
my heart was filled with sorrow.

But when I walked through heaven’s
gates,
I felt so much at home.
When God looked down and smiled at me,
from His great golden throne,

He said, "This is eternity,
and all I’ve promised you".
Today for life on earth is past,
but here it starts anew.

I promise no tomorrow,
but today will always last,
and since each day’s the same day,
there’s no longing for the past.

But you have been so faithful,
so trusting and so true.
Though there were times you did some things,
you knew you shouldn’t do.

But you have been forgiven
and now at last you’re free.
So won’t you take my hand
and share my life with me?

So when tomorrow starts without me,
don’t think we’re far apart,
for every time you think of me,
I’m right here, in your heart.

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I'm Free  / Tammy Pumphrey (Mom)

I'M FREE

Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free
I'm following the path God had laid, you see
I took His hand when I heard His call
I turned my back and left it all
I could not stay another day
To laugh, to love, to work, to play
Tasks left undone must stay that way
I found peace at the close of day.
If my parting has left a void
Then fill it with remembered joys
A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss
Oh yes, these things I too will miss
Be not burdened with times of sorrow
I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow
My life's been full, I savored much
Good friends, Great children, A loved one's touch
Perhaps my time seemed all too brief
Lift up your hearts and peace to thee
God wanted me now, He set me free.

Author Unknown

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It is not all wasted.  / Jack Hollis (Pastor/Friend)
I realize that in situations like this we all have a tendency to believe that it was all a huge, sad waste.  But when I hear of the ones who were at your funeral and for the first time realized the gravity of wasting a life, and the brevity of life even at it's best, and the heartache that a Mother suffers when her child preceeds her in death, and I find out about some who heeded the warning in their heart turned to Christ as a result I am greatly encouraged and comforted.

I believe Justin is with the Lord and I will see him again.  As I said at his "going home clebration", People don't go to hell for doing stupid things,  They go for not accepting Christ as their Savior, and they don't go to Heaven because they were good enough but because they did accept Christ.  I saw the difference in Justin when he accepted the truth and I saw what the bad decisions did to him after he believed a lie.  He is with the Lord!

See you "brother",   Pastor Jack Close