Justin Hossage Obituary

October 4, 2012

Justin D. Hossage, age 20, of Sweet Valley, peacefully entered Heaven to be with his Savior on Thursday, October 4, 2012 after a courageous fight with the injuries received in a horrific vehicle accident in July.

Mr. Hossage was born on November 30, 1991, in Camp LeJune, N.C., at the Naval Hospital and was the youngest son of Pastor David and Michele E. Nealon Hossage, with whom he resided.

Justin was a 2009 graduate of Lake-Lehman High School, and was employed by Safety Kleen, located in the Hanover Industrial Park. He was previously employed by the Back Woods Boys, where he enjoyed serving the community and working in the Pennsylvania outdoors. Justin attended Bloomingdale Bible Church where he was the standing champion of the Bible Drills held by the Youth Group.

He was preceded in death by his Maternal Grandfather, Donald Francis Nealon and his Paternal Grandfather, Joseph A. Hossage.

In addition to his parents, Justin is survived by a brother, David Hossage and his wife, Michelle, of Warrior Run; sisters, Elly Rose Hossage and Catherine Ann Hossage, both at home; maternal grandmother, Mildred Nealon, of Ashley; paternal grandmother, Eileen Hossage, of Hanover Green.

The family would like to thank everyone who prayed for and supported Justin and his family during this trying time of their lives. They would also like to thank the hospital staff of Geisinger Health System, Good Shepherd Specialty Hospital and the caring doctors and nurses of the Celtic Hospice Care Unit, located in the Geisinger South facility. Justin's medical journey began and ended in the hands of caring people who gave as much love and nurturing support as can be shared in a human crisis.

Funeral services will be held Monday at 11 a.m. from the Bloomingdale Bible Church, 238 Silo Road, Ross Township, with Justin's father, Pastor David Hossage officiating. Friends may call Sunday from 2 until 6 p.m. at the Curtis L. Swanson Funeral Home Inc., corners of Routes 29 and 118, Pikes Creek. Interment will be in the Oakdale Cemetery, Hunlock Creek.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be sent to Help Hoss Heal Foundations, First National Bank, 120 Highland Park Blvd. Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702. Online condolences can be sent to www.clswansonfuneralhome.com.

Published by Times Leader on Oct. 5, 2012.
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Justin was a great and unique person. You don't find many people like him now, willing to help anyone in need at a moments notice. This was a great loss for everyone who knew him. We will keep him alive in every wonderful memory we each have of him.

C C

October 8, 2012

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Helen and Pat Wheeler Krasucki

October 8, 2012

Rest peacefully Cookie, you will be greatly missed and loved forever.

Sam lupinski

October 7, 2012

Justin was an amazing person, always there for everyone. I am so sorry for your loss. He will be missed by so many and never forgotten

Julie

October 7, 2012

Sorry for you loss. Justin meant a lot to many people. Prayers to the family

Kelsie Adam

October 7, 2012

We are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and our prayers. Joe, Lisa, Alyssa and Joe Wildes.

October 7, 2012

Prayers to the Hossage family. God will hold your hands as the angels hold Justin in their arms.

Shirley Beck

October 7, 2012

steve sutliff

October 7, 2012

deepest condolences

steve sutliff

October 7, 2012

Liz Hossage

October 6, 2012

May God bring you comfort and peace with the knowledge that Justin is in the arms of Jesus. There are no words that can express how deeply sorry we are. You are in our hearts and prayers...Liz, Doreen and Andy

October 6, 2012

you will be missed a lot and you were a great friend love u justin

wesley truchon

October 6, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with the whole Hossage Family, Justin was a great polite and well mannered student of mine. No words seem that right, but just hold on to all your fond memories of him. He will be missed.

Patricia Harrison

October 6, 2012

Dave, Miki and family, We are so sorry for your loss. Try to think of the happy times of Justins life to help on those days that seem will never end. God Bless you all.

Debby, Jim and Hailey Nealon

October 6, 2012

My husband and I worked with Justin at Huntsville Golf Club and my daughter was friends with him. He was a cheerful, polite young man who always lit up a room with his smile. His legacy will remain with us. Please accept our sincerest sympathies on his passing into eternity. No words can ever ease your pain but knowing he's with Jesus is a comfort in itself.May the Lord be with you all.

Debbie Misson

October 6, 2012

We are so sorry , our prayer are with Justin family , Neveen and all family friends.

Yamilex Perez

October 6, 2012

You fought a hard battle. You're in a better place now. Ill never forget you. RIP

Michelle

October 6, 2012

I am so for your loss. I can not imagine what it's like to lose a child. You will find peace because of your faith and belief in God the almighty. "Safe In The Arms Of Jesus". Oh what an awesome thought. God Bless you and yours always.
Dixie from Wilmington DE

Dixie Wilson

October 6, 2012

Rest in peace Justin--Prayers to all your family & friends who knew you well. You will be greatly missed.

Rusonis Family

October 6, 2012

So sorry for your loss

vivian kreidler

October 6, 2012

In Gods hands we placed you and in Gods hands you will remain. See you again Justin, We love you and your family as our very own.

Andrew and Linda Sprague

October 5, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Andrea Zagata

October 5, 2012

I hope you find peace for I new Justin a short time, I thought of him as a terrific person. I can't imagine the loss you must be feeling and can empathize with you. Please accept my condolences.

Christina Gambill

October 5, 2012

My heart is so sad for Miki, Dave and family. Luv

Sherry K

October 5, 2012

i didnt know your son or family but i am really sorry for the loss of justin i will pray for him and your family john malinowski [email protected]

john malinowski

October 5, 2012

You will never be forgotten. What I remember most is how you always made people laugh. Rest easy Justin.

Alex Lubinski

October 5, 2012

The Angels above now give Justin Peace...May he always shine down on family & friends from heaven...Our deepest thoughts & Sympathy to the family <3

John Jabara & Kathy Boyd

October 5, 2012

We pray that you will accept our sincere sympathies. Our prayer is that God will give you peace like only He can give. Fred & Peggy

Fred & Peggy Cragle

October 5, 2012

Dave and Miki, Our hearts are broken for your pain. We pray the Lord brings you some comfort in this painful time. Love you all

Cindy Bartlebaugh

October 5, 2012

My deepest sympathies. My prayers are with you.

Kevin Kwiatek

October 5, 2012

Wish I was in PA to say goodbye. But being here where you were born, I'll go to the beach and light a candle for you. Keep a eye over all of us down here. With all my love

Diana Burkley

October 5, 2012

Thoughts and prayers to all the Hossage family, may God hold your hand through this sad jounrney.

A Mom

October 5, 2012

Our Deepest Sympathy to The Hossage & Nealon Families. May your son rest in the arms of The Lord.

John & Linda (Deitz) Cannon

October 5, 2012

Our deepest sympathy in the loss of Justin. Our hearts go out to you all. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.

Mininger Family

October 5, 2012

I'm sending all my love. May God give the Hossage the strength and courage through the days to come.

Sheila Meeker

October 5, 2012

I'm sending all my love and keeping the Hossage family in my prayers. May God give the Hossage the strength and courage through the days to come.

Sheila Meeker

October 5, 2012

My heart and prayers go out to the Hossage family. May the Lord always be with you, always look down on everyone who loves you. We supported you until the end, but God wanted you more than anything and he knows you the best and he knew you were better off with him. There is no more fighting, you are healed to perfection; what you always were. I hope you enjoy your time up there, and we will all be with you again someday. I hope you're having SOO much fun! Look down on your family, and always let them know you love them more than they could imagine. Until we meet again, may peace be with you. Fly high.

Melissa

October 5, 2012

Justin was a wonderful young man, happy polite a pleasure to be around When he was in high school he spent many a study period in the library he was what we called a regular he was always welcome I am so very sorry for your lost mayb God comfort and guide you

October 5, 2012

Matt

October 5, 2012

My heart and love go out to the Hossage family. May God be with you to strenghten and comfort you in the days to come.

October 5, 2012

You were an awesome person and we will never forget you. Deepest sympathy to the Hossage family.

Mike Manganella

October 5, 2012

My heart and love go out to the Hossage family. May God be with you to strenghten and comfort you in the days to come.

October 5, 2012

My heart and love go out to the Hossage family. May God be with you to strenghten and comfort you in the days to come.

Sheila Meeker

October 5, 2012

Justin was a one of a kind person. He would always put his own problems aside to help others when in need. I am so thankful I had the honor of growing up with Justin and sharing some of the best childhood memories with him. Justin, as well as his family will be in my thoughts and prayers, always. We all love you Justin. Fly high buddy <3 Until we meet again.

Randi Nordfors

October 5, 2012

justin, im so glad i knew you. you were a remarkable person. you always had a smile and wanted to help anyone who you could. atleast your at peace and is no longer suffering. i love you please watch over us.

Gabriella Conover

October 5, 2012

We met briefly at Special Care Hospital, Nanticoke; my heart ached for what you and your family were going through. I was saddened to hear of Justin's passing. Thoughts and prayers are with you and him.
Betsy, Nsg. Administration

October 5, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss. I look forward to one day meeting him in Glory.

Marissa Featherman

October 5, 2012

Justin, you will be missed, but we all know that you are safe in the arms of Jesus. Love and miss you.

Faith Fisher

October 5, 2012

Our sincerest sympathy in the loss of Justin. I know he was a wonderful son, brother, friend. May God fill you with peace and comfort all of you.

Faith & Bart Fisher

October 5, 2012

We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your son Justin. Our hearts go out to you. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Gronski Family

October 5, 2012

Gone from us but will always be in our thoughts and memories. I can't think of a time from when I was 11 to 18 that i wasn't getting into some kind of adventure with you, those time will stay with me forever. You have touched so many lives and will always be with us.

Dale, Danielle, and Joe Brennan Robinson

October 5, 2012

So very sorry for your loss. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Doug and Tracy Agnew

October 5, 2012

you are at peace now Justin. For you will be sadley missed by all, but we know you are in the Lords home now and time heals all wounds. Jim, Kass, Kameitri, & Sequoia Saxe. God Bless.

October 5, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Pam Gliddon Zurek

October 5, 2012

So many amazing memories to remember this one of a kind guy. Always there for everyone, one of the most respectful friends I ever had. You will be remembered by many forever. Your family is in my prayers. Rest easy Hoss. Love ya

Jim Decker

October 5, 2012

We are so,so sorry for your loss.We will continue to pray for all of you.May God bless you and comfort your hearts.

Steve and Holly Wickard

October 5, 2012

There are no words to express our sympathy for the loss of Justin. We will continue to pray for you all.

Maciejczak Family

October 5, 2012

Millie, Miki and family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. Justin is in a better place and not suffering anymore. The Nealon's are a strong family and will help each other through this time.

Debby Morris-Mizak

October 5, 2012

I do not know nor can I imagine the pain you are enduring. If there is anything I could do to help you in anyway, please let me know.

Christopher Hossage

October 5, 2012

Justin, although we were not close, I went to school with you and I knew so many people who were friends with you. You were taken from us too soon just know that everyone of us love you and your legacy will always remain here. Watch over us Justin. Rest easy

kameitri saxe

October 5, 2012

Dearest Pastor Dave, Miki, Dave, Elly and Cate... I wish more than anything to be there for you all now. I am so sorry for your loss but let us rejoice that he is no longer suffering. Please let me know if there is anything, anything at all that I can do for you. I love you all so much! <3

Autumn Bogert

October 5, 2012

There are no words....so many fond memories of Justin baking in our kitchen,watching movies in the living room,and being a friend to all our children,especially Mirina...gone, but never forgotten, and blessed to have had him in our lives. May your family find some comfort in knowing the joy and love he gave to so many.

The Dragons

October 5, 2012

My deepest sympathies to the Hossage and Nealon families. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Elizabeth Curry

October 5, 2012

Our Hearts are just broken. A wonderful,Kind, Caring, Handsome Young Man taken Much to soon.Justin fought a long,tough fight and now he is at peace. Our Deepest Sympathy to Justins Family. We Pray God allows you all to find the strength and courage to carry you through. We Pray you find Peace. And Please know, We're here for all of you. RIP Hoss You will be missed by Many. XO
Wherever a beautiful soul has been...
there's a trail of beautiful memories.
Oh, What a trail you have left so many.

Debbie Evans, Colbey and The Evans Family

October 5, 2012

Eear Dave, Miki and family and Neveen,

Please know that you are deep in our thoughts, hearts and prayers!! Justin was an amazing young man and we were so fortunate to have had a chance to know him and spend some great times together!! We look forward to seeing him again one day!

Love,
Tony, Jeannie, Anthony, and Joshua
and Kayla

jeannie sayre

October 5, 2012

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