Justin D. Peterson Obituary

Never forgotten Sir. Your leadership and friendship has made me the man I am today. Thank you

Thanks Marine......never forgotten

Always a part of me.

The baby I cared for when he was 2 grew up to be a fine young Godly man. You are always in my thoughts until we meet again someday.

Never ever forgotten my son. I am so proud of the life you lived. Such wonderful memories....miss you every day.

We won't forget Justin.

RIP Capt. Justin D. Peterson. Thanks for your service and sacrifice. My condolences to your family.

To the family and friends of Capt. Justin D. Peterson:
Please accept my remembrance of Justin on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.

To the family and friends of Capt. Justin D. Peterson:
Remembering Justin on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Thank you to all who remember and honor my son Justin on this site. Your support and prayers mean so much to our family.

May GOD hold you in his arms and say, "Soldier, Well Done and Welcome Home". His sacrifice was great as was his patriotism and dedication to this country. He will not be forgotten and will be honored by our thoughts and praise in the days ahead.
Rest in Peace Captain Peterson.

I am so sorry for the loss of Capt. Peterson. He was my supply officer at MWSS271. I thought alot of him he was always willing to help and always had a smile. Thank you Justin for your commitment and sacrifice for our country and to help bring freedom to others. OOH RAH and Semper Fi.

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Sincerely,
Kenna

To the Peterson family,

Justin was my Supply Officer at MWSS-271 when I checked in back in 2003. Justin was a great guy he was like more of a friend than a boss. Justin was always cheerful and in a good mood no matter what was going on. He was liked by everyone.

Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.


The Wind on The Downs

“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”

(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )

Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….

“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”


I did not know Justin, but I am remembering
his service. He is my hero. !

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

The Other Side

i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.

can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.

i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side

the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)

“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008


The Other Side –
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Sincerely,

Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB

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Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
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To the family of Capt. Justin D. Peterson:
Justin 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."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Capt Peterson!

Remembering and Honoring a brave young Patriot. May your family find comfort in their loving memories, and know that all of America shares their sorrow.
My flag flies in honor of this Marine.

There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.

Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.

I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.

REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!

PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Capt Peterson and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!

To Justin's family,
I went to Taylor with Justin and worked as the men's soccer team statistician. I really enjoyed getting to know Justin. He was a lot of fun and I feel honored to have known him. I am praying for you all during this time.

“Paid in Full”
In Honor of The War Against Terrorism’s Fallen and Injured Marines


Marines through and through, they paid the price
Six thousand miles away, we live the life
For which they paid with their blood, spirits and bodies
We will never forget what they paid in full

We hope and we pray that somehow their loved ones find comfort
In God, in the flag, in the memory of their loved ones’ bravery
They’re gone now but we see them still…proud, strong, willing
Covering each other’s backs… courageous, moving forward

What kind of love did they have for us to be willing
To give it all for the Black, White, Jew, Christian, Muslim?
We don’t comprehend but we honor you now and forever
You are Our Marines…some living…some not
Forever in our minds we will cherish your lives

Lives too short yet immortal they’ll be
Highest brotherhood of the few, the proud
They stand at attention, and we gaze with awe
Some know their names not, but our admiration for them
Flows limitless within us, between us

They sacrificed their limbs or their lives
Freedom still rings, a soft sound across the miles
It tolls slowly; all of creation takes note
Of the lives that were lost for people unknown

Out of sight but not lost; forever among us
The starched blues marching straight
Toward the place where we will meet them
Many years from now…how we loved them…
Well done beloved Brothers and Sisters…You’ve paid it in full
Always Faithful Marines, You Have Paid it in Full

To the Peterson family I send my prayers. Justin was my Supply Officer at MWSS-271, but while being my OIC, he also made you feel like a friend with his sense of humor, and movie quotes. His sacrifice will not go unforgotten. Semper Fi Sir.

Reading through the Taylor alumni notes, I saw that Justin had passed away. I am so sorry. My heart goes out to your young family. May God be Provider, Husband, Father, Comforter and may your family sense His loving arms at this time. You are in my prayers.

While I did not know Justin, I am a former resident of Davisburg, now a Proud Marine Parent living in Harrison Township. Please accept my sincerest condolences and may God bless and comfort you at this time and always.
Semper Fi. Justin's service for our great country is appreciated and will always be remembered.

Dear Peterson family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I have many fond memories of Justin from PCA and am so grateful for his ultimate sacrifice.

MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. PLEASE ACCEPT MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES FOR YOUR GREAT LOSS. KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON FOR YOU. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.

A PROUD MARINE MOM

Dear Gina and Dale, Vance and I just recently heard of Justin's homegoing. Our hearts go out to you. We know of God's wonderful grace in the time of the loss of a son and have no doubt that that he will cradle you in his arms. Please know that we will be praying for you for a long while. Perhaps Nathan and Justin have already met in Heaven. We love you both and wish we could find a phone number for you. Love, Vance and Fern Willett

My heartfelt sympathy to the the family of this American hero. He will not be
forgotten. May he rest in peace.

I am very sorry to hear of your loss.my son is a marine 1bn 6thmarine he is in ramadi iraq.may god bless you and all. eddie

Dale, Ginna, Johua, Charity, Jay, Jordan, Patty, and the rest of the family.........may I say it has been too long since I have seen or talked to you all. Justin was such a good friend, the biggest thing I will always remember is when he was house hunting in Detroit for his tour there and I called and said my father had passed away. He knew in my voice and in me I that I was losing it I guess. He immediately got back onto the road and came back to North Carolina and was by my side always through the hardest things. Even some of the craziest things of having to evict squaters and such. I was notified by a mutual friend, Adam yesterday the 13th. Adam is in Iraq himself within miles of the accident and didn't know either until yesterday. I AM SO SORRY I wasn't able to be there to pay my last respects to a person who respected me and especially my father so much to do things that he did. As a wounded veteran myself he gave everything he could to assist me. I enjoyed living with him, then next to him when we got the houses squared away, and would have it no other way. I love you all and have you all in my prayers constantly. Unfortunately I can say I know how hard it is to lose a son, brother, and father. I have so many photos I would like to share with you all, hundreds, of us and the gang having fun, doing fun things; the good days. I even have the photo that was taken when we took some stuff to Michigan, (the piano and stuff) back in 2000 with proud dad with Jared. WHAT A SMILE! That was way before he knew he would get orders to go to Detroit, so it was a special moment. I have contacted many people who also didn't know until yesterday, the 13th, and all have asked me about a trust fund for the children....we would all like to contribute, but do not have any information. Someone please contact me when you can. I love and miss him dearly, the world will have one less glowing smile that accounted for many when he truly smiled. Please contact me when you can.

love,
John Hardee, USAF Retired

To Justin's family and friends-
My family and I are praying for you and your family during this difficult time. We send our deepest empathy as we lost our Marine on 11/30/05 in Fallujah. We are comforted to know that our Marines are serving their country with such honor and bravery. We are so proud of our Marines and all of our other service men and women for all that they have done and continue to do to keep us safe and to give us the freedom we have that so many take for granted.
They are true Heroes and need to always be remembered for their selflessness and sacrifice to better our world. We will forever be united in the loss of our heros. We are so sorry for your loss and hope our words will ease some of the pain, and maybe fill some of your emptiness.
Yesterday, Today, Forever – Semper Fi - Marines!
Our sincerest gratitude for their bravery-
The family of Cpl. William "Billy" Taylor
2/6 WPNS
KIA outside of Fallujah 11/30/05

This Marine family would like to send our condolences to the family of Capt. Justin Peterson. He is truly a hero and will not be forgotten by his Marine family. Thank you for raising such a fine man who was willing to fight and die for his fellow countrymen. We will be praying for all the family in the days ahead. Semper Fi
The Alley family
Connection Pointe Christian Church Military Support Group Members

Please accept the condolences of this Marine family. We will honor Justin by remembering him in our prayers of thanksgiving, and will keep his loved ones in our prayers that you find peace and comfort in the Lord. Semper Fi.

I am very sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of knowing Justin as both an officer and a very good friend. I worked under him at MWSS-271 Supply from 1998-2001. I thought of him as one of my best friends that I met while in the Corps.

My heartfelt sympathy to the Peterson family in the loss of Justin. I did not know Justin, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. My heart was touched by the many wonderful/beautiful things written about you. Justin you are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom

To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~

I was sad to hear the news about Captain Justin D. Peterson. It was truly a privilege and an honor to serve and work for him over at 1st Tank Battalion Supply. I worked for him for a little over a month back in July of 2005 before I transferred to the Sergeants Course in Twentynine Palms. I remember when he first checked-in to our section, we were working some crazy hours, due to his initial wall to wall inventory. No matter how tough or tiring the wall to wall was getting, he always stayed positive and never showed frustration towards his Marines. Most of time I couldn't tell if he was grinning or smiling because he always had that look on his face. He was a wonderful human being with a great sense of humor. He was a true professional. My thoughts and prayers are with his entire family. He will sorely missed.

Justin was in my squad at OCS. He had a great sense of humor and a quiet sense of confidence. He will live happily in my memory. My deepest sympathies to his family and friends.

Family of Justin:
We were so sorry to hear about Justin. Had so many memories at PCA with Justin & Charity. We feel your loss and are praying daily for God's grace to see you through. We thank Justin for his service to his country. Our son is also in Iraq and it is indeed a sacrifice. We love you all and will continue to pray for you.

Dear Peterson Family,
I was very sad to hear about Justin. I went to school with him at PCA years ago. I am so grateful for his service and his sacrifice for our country. Please know that we are praying for you all through this difficult time. I am so sorry for your loss. May the Lord comfort your hearts as only HE can.
With Love and Prayers,

Bro.Dale, Mrs. Ginna and Family, My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family..We are so sorry for your loss but know that one day we will meet again in Heaven. You all are in our prayers... I went to paducah christian academy in 1987/1988 my maiden name was Emily Lynn i was the sister to the twins Amy and Angie Lynn.I am so thankful for men like Justin who fight for our country... He is a hero... may God comfort you and give you the grace that you need in this time. God bless you all...

Bro.Dale Mrs.Ginna and family,
I would like to express my deepest sympathy for your loss of Justin. I attended Paducah Christian Academy in 1987/1988 with Justin.
My maiden name was Angie Lynn. I just wanted you to know that your entire family is in my prayers, and may our Lord comfort you in a way only He can!

Our deepest sympathy to Justin's entire family. We are all indebted to our brave sons and daughters who have sacrificed to protect and preserve our freedom. Our prayers are with you. Our son, Joseph Blake, attended Southfield Christian a couple of years ahead of Justin. Joe was killed in action in Afghanistan on 8/17/06. We grieve and sorrow with you, but not as those without hope.

Welove you Justin. You left us with happy memories of your time here in North Carolina.

Our deepest sympathy for your loss is too little to say. God grant you His grace in these days.

I went to The Basic School at Quantico with Justin in 1997-98, and was deeply saddened to read about his death. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. He was a good man, and a good Marine. Semper Fi.

To Justin's family -

As a former member of 1st Baptist of Washington, MI and your youth group there - my heart goes out to you during this very difficult time. I know you are so proud of Justin and rightly so - he gave his heart to God and his life for our freedom - there is no greater memorial than that. I now work with soldiers as an Investigator who completes their clearances and I can tell you and everyone reading this - they are an exceptional group of men and women! We should thank God daily for their service. I will continue to pray for you all during this time -

With love -
Tina (Pappas) Lee

Our prayers are with you. Our hearts grieve with you. Capt. Peterson has earned the privilege to stand with our great patriots. Thank you for a son who was willing to give himself for his country. We are in his debt. May the peace of God soothe your hearts during this difficult time.

Dear Peterson Family,
Even though we have never met I feel as if we are a part of a "family". My daughter's fiancee was killed in Iraq by an IED Oct. 5, 2005. It is my prayer that you will feel God holding you close to His heart as He has held my family this past year. May you feel His comfort and peace as you travel down this difficult road.

My family's thoughts and prayers go out to Capt. Peterson's family. We appreciate the sacrifice he has given to support America and know he is resting in eternal peace with our Father.

My thoughts and prayers go out to Capt. Peterson's family. He is a hero, and may we never forget his sacrifice or that of his family. Military Support Group, Connection Pointe Christian Church

To the Family of Captain Peterson,
Though there are no words of comfort we can give, I pray you find comfort in the Lord. My brother, Gysgt. Jones, served with Capt. Peterson and spoke highly of him. We are all praying for peace for your family.
Proud Marine Sister,
Amanda Meng
Military Support Team
Connection Pointe Christian Church
Brownsburg,IN

Please accept my deepest sympathies.
My prayers & thoughts are with all of you. I was your CSR at the Davisburg Bank
Sincerely
Linda

Dear Dale and Ginna,

Laurel and I wish to express our deepest sympathy for the loss of your son. I can remember when he was born (First Baptist of Washington)and the joy you both had then. You both will be in our prayers. We just learned this afternoon that you lost your son in Iraq. We have a nephew (Army - Taryne's son)that just arrived in Iraq last week and another nephew in Marine boot camp (Tammy's son)training for the same. Your loss hits close to home as well as the personal cost this war has brought to so many families.

We rejoice that you and your family will be united again with Justin some day for eternity!

Our prayers are with you both,

Tyrone & Laurel Secord

So sorry to hear the sad news regarding Justin. Our prayers are with you all.

To Capt. Peterson's Family my deepest regrets. I understand the loss of father.Capt. Peterson was a great officer and always trying to educate us (the enlisted reserve Marines) when he was stationed with at 1/24. I was only able to know him as Capt. Peterson, a USMC officer, not as a father but from what I heard he was an outstanding dad. I would like to thank him for all the knowledge he imparted on me about my career both within and without the Marine Corps.

I didn't ever really get to know Justin. He married my cousin Pattie and I went to their wedding, not knowing that one day instead of smiles there would be tears. I thank Justin for serving his country. I'm sure he would have it no other way. His whole family is in my prayers. I'm so sorry for this loss but I rejoice to know that some day we who belive in Christ will all some day see him in glory. And there will be only tears of joy!!!

Justin was a great brother and a great marine/man. I will never stop missing him and can't wait till the day I see him again.
I appreciate all the marines who have stood by my brothers side. I also appreciate all those who have sent there love and condolences.

Thank you to all who have expressed their love and sympathy during this difficult time. Justin was loved and admired by so many. He loved God with his whole heart; he was completely dedicated to serving his country as a Marine; his family was his life. I am so proud of this man who was my son.

Rest in peace at your last post in paradise.

My deepest sympathy to the family of Capt. Justin D. Peterson, with a multitude of Thanks for this Hero's Courage, Service and
Dedication to our Country and for Freedom.
Rest Safely Justin, in God's Care and know that you shall NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
May God's Loving Grace and Comfort be with the Peterson family.
I am the Sister of such a young hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam, many years ago.

"Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you."
John 14:27

May the Peace of God and the memories of Justin,
remain in your heart always and give you strength through the difficult days ahead.
~Softly and slowly, time heals.~

To the Family of Capt. Justin D. Peterson:
My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courgeous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guestbook for the rest of my life. We lost a son (SFC Brent A. Adams) 12/1/05 and it seems like yesterday.
I know first hand there are no words right now that will bring you the comfort and peace you need. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you mourn this loss. We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with. I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally, but none of these courageous men and women will be forgotten. They will never be able to be replaced, but sometime, someday your loving memories will help to sustain you. This courageous soldier will forever now be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well. To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort: When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. The one thing that cannot be taken from you is those wonderful memories that now will mean more than ever. If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero. God Bless this courageous soldier and family and God Bless legacy.com for setting up this site where families can so quickly share their condolences and prayers with others like themselves.
Pam and Bill Adams (Proud parents of SFC Brent Adams, KIA 12/1/05 Ramadi, Iraq)
[email protected]
(Millersville, PA )