Julian Seiji Scholten, 26, of Navarre, Fla., passed away Feb. 18, 2012, while serving his country near Djibouti, Africa.
Julian was born at Misawa Air Base in northern Japan to Gaylon Scholten and Yumiko Southard on Oct. 17, 1985. He grew up in Japan, California, Germany, Colorado and Maryland. Julian attended Frederick Douglass High School in Upper Marlboro, Md., where he enjoyed playing football and met his wife, Diamond.
Julian entered the U.S. Air Force in 2007. After basic military training, Julian was assigned to various training assignments, including the Defense Language Institute in Monterey, Calif., and Goodfellow AFB in San Angelo, Texas. Julian was assigned to the 25th Intelligence Squadron at Hurlburt Field, Fla. Julian had completed three combat deployments and accumulated more than 900 combat flight hours as an Airborne Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Operator.
Julian was a huge fan of the San Francisco 49ers and loved Japanese and Chinese cuisine. He listened to most genres of music, including Hip Hop and R&B, and enjoyed movies that made him laugh.
Julian was preceded in death by his grandfather, Kazunori Nakane. Survivors include his beloved wife, Diamond; his loving mother, Yumiko; his stepfather, Leon Southard; his father, Gaylon; his stepmother, Leonila Scholten; maternal grandmother, Mieko Nakane (Japan); paternal grandparents, Gary and Charlene Scholten; brothers, Joji Nakane, Tory Ryuji Scholten, Leon Myuji Southard, Brendan Eiji Southard and Lawrence Johnson; sister, Iris Mie Southard; and his dog, Sachi.
A time of visitation will be held on Saturday, March 3, from 11 a.m. to noon, with a funeral service following at noon at Emerald Coast Funeral Home, 113 Racetrack Road N.E., Fort Walton Beach, Fla.
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Published by Northwest Florida Daily News on Mar. 1, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Julian Scholten

21 Entries

Cayla Clark

October 9, 2013

It's been so long yet it still feels like just yesterday.. I'm here right where you were a couple years ago, beginning my military career with the USAF. Not a day goes by when I'm not thinking of you bro.. You've inspired me in ways you don't even know. At first I didn't understand.. I thought, why Julian? Not Julian, anyone but you. But now I see, now I can understand that you have to love this world and the people in it so much more than you do yourself to serve and defend our country. And I know that if you were here, that you would say that you loved us all so much, that you would die for us all. If only you were here for all our hearts to beat again.. I miss you Julian, my brother. I love you.

Peggy Childers

February 26, 2013

To the family of Senior Airman Julian S. Scholten:
Julian gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."

1st deployment homecoming 7 months

Diamond Scholten

August 8, 2012

It's not everyday that you come across a person like Julian. Julian was an intelligent, caring, fun, and loving individual. He had a way of making an impression, and people were drawn to him. He saw the good in everybody. He was about having a good time, and made sure everyone around him was. Not ever did he complain about daily life stresses, instead he looked forward to everything that life had to offer. Julian loved all of his family and friends, and did whatever he could to help them and keep smiles on their faces. He went above and beyond to always make sure I was happy. He was the best husband, son, brother, and friend he could be. Julian will continue living in the hearts of all those he touched.

Thanks to all of you for the kind words and condolences through this troubling time. The family is very appreciative.

Behind every strong soldier, there is a strong woman who stands behind him, supports him, and loves him with all her heart.

Military wife; the toughest job in the military.

Kion Lofton

June 26, 2012

My main man JuJu form Madison. A lot of fun and funny times we all had. My condolences to the family. RIP

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Anna-Victoria Whitfield

April 14, 2012

The first time I met you was when you moved to Maryland in the third grade. You were so quiet but later you started opening up. All of us (classmates) wanted to know who was the new guy?! When we all got to know you we all loved you. Its been a pleasure knowing you all through the school years and on. I will miss u deeply my friend. I Love You and Miss You! Until we meet again!

Quinton Brown

April 6, 2012

I will never forget you Bro. I pray your mom, dad, Tori, and Diamond are staying strong remember your laugh. You have the personality that can light up a room and I pray now you will do the same to the night sky. And I'll never forget the slowest TD all time. You aren't the a fallen, you've risen now. Till we meet again my friend.

Lynne Neibert

March 15, 2012

Prayer Shawls 4 Fallen Soldiers ([email protected]) is an organization with groups throughout the country who strive to send handmade prayer shawls and/ or lap robes to families who have lost a loved one in service to our country. Members of Trindle Spring Lutheran Church in Mechanicsburg, PA would like to honor your family's sacrifice and memory by sending our prayers and comfort through a shawl which we will mail to you. If you are interested, please contact me at [email protected] with the names and addresses and what they would like to receive. We will send them as soon as possible. Also, if you know of any other families who are grieving the loss of a loved one who died serving our country, please pass along my e-mail address, as our organization can no longer get family contacts through the military. May God bless you and comfort you in the days ahead. Sincerely, Lynne

Mrs. Jine A. Martinez

March 13, 2012

Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your beloved Julian. I wasn't privileged to know him personally,
but my daughter Annie, also in the Airforce spoke of what a great friend he was. He paid the ultimate price for our Nation. He will live forever in the hearts of the many people that love him. God bless you.

Christy Keefer

March 8, 2012

I was taken back by this because my maiden name is Scholten. Whether we are related somewhere down the line or not, the world has lost a great person. Rest in peace

Angel Walton

March 6, 2012

Im goin to miss u jujubean. U were really a sweet and loving young man and my prayers are with u and your family. Rest in peace luv.

Amy

March 5, 2012

Julian...
R.I.p we will all see u again one day! Thank u for serving our country!!!

Jan & Joe Leinweber, USAF Ret

March 4, 2012

We were saddened to learn of another member of our military that paid the ultimate sacrifice. We pray that God helps you through this. Julian won't be forgotten, but will be honored for his sacrifice and service. May he rest in peace knowing that he made many proud and we thank him for his service.

joan ward

March 2, 2012

Thanks for serving our country, well done, rest in peace.

Darr King, CMSgt, USAF (Ret)

March 1, 2012

Most sincere condolence and deepest sympathy in the loss of your much loved, Julian. As a former member of USAF Security Service...now Air Force Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaisance Agency...I share your grief. My prayers are with you and your family.

Patrice

March 1, 2012

JuJu you will forever be in our hearts. My prayers are with you, your family and friends...

Jarvis Pinkney

March 1, 2012

Ju you will be missed but u won't be forgotten, you touched so many lives & thanks 4 touchin mines R.I.P. Julian Scholten.....

LATOYA HARLEY

March 1, 2012

RIP JU JU

Sylvia Kronenwetter

February 27, 2012

Please accept my deepest sympathy
for the loss of your loved one Julian,
and my sincerest gratitude for his
service.
God Bless you Senior Airman Julian S.
Scholten...you will not be forgotten.

MacDaniel

February 25, 2012

I know there are no words to say at this time, except how sorry that I am. My thoughts and prayers are with you always. Julian will never be forgotten.

For you every single soldier
Those who served so honorable
Your life was forever altered
While I'm home safe and free
I stand with grateful admiration
I stand respectful and so proud
I know I'm only a civilian
And I don't even know if it's allowed

But I salute you; allow me the honor
to salute you with permission let me say
Even though I hold no rank know that from my heart
My humble gratitude comes from the deepest part.
I salute you.

For those missing in action;
for those who didn't make it home.
I know you're in God's presence you are not alone.
For every neatly folded flag;
for every shattered family
I will do the only thing I know to dignify your memory.

I salute you, allow me the honor
to salute you with permission let me say
even though I hold no rank know that from my heart
my humble gratitude comes from the deepest part.

I salute you .

I Salute You.

Suzanne MacDaniel - A Proud Aunt

SGT. David M. Fisher
KIA 12/1/04 - Iraq