Karl Justus Obituary

Name: Visitation for Karl Justus
Start: 2016-12-21T18:00:00.000Z
End: 2016-12-21T21:00:00.000Z
Location: FRANK E. SMITH FUENRAL HOME CHAPEL

Karl B. "Fritz" Justus

LANCASTER: Karl B. "Fritz" Justus, Jr. 81 of Lancaster, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, December 18, 2016 at his home. He was born in Lexington, Kentucky on December 27, 1934 to the late Karl B. and Vaneta Justus, Sr. and grew up in Baltimore, Ohio.

He was a graduate of Liberty Union High School Class of 1953, four year letter winner in football, basketball and baseball. He was inducted into the Liberty Union Athletic Hall of Fame in 2011. He later graduated from Baldwin Wallace in 1957. Karl went on to become a teacher and administrator with 30 years. He coached Football for 28 years which were 18 in high schools and 10 years at the college level including Capital University.

After following a career in education he was in local politics for six years as a councilman at-large in Lancaster, Ohio. His hobbies included, golfing, watching his grandchildren in their sport programs and their theater acting.

Karl was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Masonic Lodge, Shrine Club, volunteered at Fairfield Medical Center, Meals on Wheel, Fairfield County Fair and Charity Newsies member.

He is survived by his wife, Judy (Tobias), children, Karl "Colleen" Justus, III and Jenny (Gregg) Flowers; grandchildren, K.B. (fiancé Allie Barnhart) Justus, IV, John R. (Paige) Flowers, Elizabeth Jane Justus, Nolan (fiance' Carlie Young) Flowers, David Lee Justus; step-son, Craig Barr; step-grandchild, Jeffrey Barr; half- brother, John Justus, and his loving canine companion, Bentley.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Marge Justus, parents, and step-son, Jeffrey Barr.

A Celebration of life service will be held Wednesday, December 21, 2016 at 5:00 p.m. in the FRANK E. SMITH FUENRAL HOME CHAPEL, 405 N. COLUMBUS ST., LANCASTER, OHIO 43130 with Rev. Cheryl Foulk officiating. Caring Cremation® to follow. Friends may visit Wednesday from 1-4 p.m. at the funeral home.

Memorial gifts may be given to Shriners Hospital for Children, 2900 N. Rocky Point Dr., Tampa, Florida 33607 or the First United Methodist Church, 163 E. Wheeling St., Lancaster, Ohio 43130.

To send an online condolence, and sign the guestbook, please visit www.funeralhome.com.

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Published by Lancaster Eagle-Gazette from Dec. 20 to Dec. 21, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Karl Justus

12 Entries

Jon and Carol Slater

December 27, 2016

Our deepest condolences to the family. We have many fond memories of Karl and Marge from golf to games, sports, and trips and even sharing birthdays! Aloha, Carol and Jon Slater

Kim

December 24, 2016

I waited on Karl a lot at the bank many years ago. He loved his family and we talked Ohio State football a lot. We always tried to solve the worlds problems. Lol. He was definitely one of my favorite bank customers. He was a good man.

December 23, 2016

Jenny, Ben & families,

Jack and I are so sorry to hear about your father's
passing. He was a great fun loving man who loved his family.
His name still come up in conversations when reminiscing, and it always brings back happy memories and a smile on our faces.
We will keep you and your families I our thoughts and prayers.
Love and our sincere sympathies,
Jack & Pat Rupe

Lance Shaw

December 21, 2016

It saddens me to hear of Karl's passing. It was always nice to see him when he stopped into the store with questions on how to use his iPhone. He was very proud of his grandsons he would talk about them as we solved his issue. My condolences to his family for the loss. May the found memories of Karl comfort you now during this time.

December 20, 2016

To the Justus family...sorry to learn of your loss. Karl was a great guy with a big heart. Always so jovial and welcoming. He will be missed.
Love and Hugs,
Robin

Shelley and Ron Ruff

December 20, 2016

Karl, Colleen, KB, Libby and David, we are so sorry for the loss of your father and grandfather. Please accept our deepest sympathies for your loss.

Sincerely,
The Ruffs

Mike McCafferty

December 20, 2016

My condolences to Fritz's family. He was the main reason for me going to college and playing football at West Liberty. Without his recommendation, I likely would've never been invited for a visit. I also coached with his son Karl for a few years. My father always spoke highly of him, as he was a few years behind him at LU. RIP Fritz.

Paul Kasler

December 20, 2016

My deepest sympathies go out to the Justus family. This was a great shock to me since we were just together last week at an OU basketball game. He loved going and we did it a lot during the past few seasons. I will miss him. Beneath the gruff exterior was a warm, fun person to be around. R.I.P. my friend.

Jon Walton

December 20, 2016

One really great man. Always treated our son Steve with much kindness.

December 20, 2016

We will certainly miss our buddy. You have our very deepest sympathy.
Butch and Bonnie Boystel

Jane Jameson

December 20, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss. Sending prayers for comfort and healing.

Gary & Shawna Green

December 20, 2016

Shawna and I moved to Lancaster in 1986 as a young couple with a two year old daughter and another soon to follow. We were very blessed to have chosen a house next to Marge and Karl. We could not have asked for better neighbors as they immediately made us feel welcome to the neighborhood and the city as a whole. Our children frequently ran next door to show-off a new pair of shoes or toy when they were little and were enthusiastically greeted (and teased by Karl) and always returned with a stick of gum. Karl continued to follow our daughters' high school and college achievements long after we had moved to another home in Lancaster.

As time goes on, we are reminded how grateful we are for the people who have touched our lives along the way. We are blessed to remember Karl in that way.

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