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Justin Fisher Obituary
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JUSTIN THOMAS FISHER A senior at Georgia Tech, age 23, of Lilburn, GA, was born August 18, 1980 in Houston, TX; and died March 6, 2004 in Atlanta, GA. He is survived by parents, Joan and Brad Fisher, sister, Lauren Fisher, grandparents, Dorothy and Thomas Edging. Justin attended Decatur Presbyterian Kindergarten and Arcado Elemetary where he was a member of Young Astronauts, Focus Program and Boy Scouts. Justin also attended Trickum Middle and was a member of the Probe Program and Yearbook Staff. He graduated with Honors from Parkview High School Class of 1999. At Parkview High School, he was involved as stats keeper Varsity Boys Basketball, score keeper/stats keeper Girls Volleyball, Newspaper Staff (film reviews), Beta Club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, French Club and as score keeper/stats keeper for his sister's freshman basketball team. Justin was currently a senior at Georgia Tech School of Psychology. As a freshman, he kept stats for Women's Varsity Basketball and Volleyball Teams, wrote several articles for the school newspaper, Technique, was an active member of Christian Campus Fellowship and participated in leadership groups. Other campus activities included the Branch Bark, Grass Roots, Monks and FASET leader freshman year. Of the numerous awards Justin received, he was most proud of Trickum Tiger of the Year Parkview Pyramid of Pride, Panther Pride Varsity Award, successfully maintaining the Hope Scholarship and receiving the Whitey Zimmerman Memorial Scholarship from the Atlanta Falcons. Justin grew up as a member of Mt. Park Methodist Church, attended Grace Fellowship Church during high school and was active with Christian Campus Fellowship at Georgia Tech. He was diagnosed with Duchene Muscular Dystrophy at the age of 3 and had been wheelchair bound since the 3rd grade. Justin was an inspiration to us all. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, March 9, 2004 at 4 PM at Grace Fellowship Church, with the remains to lie in state at 3:30 PM. Interment will follow at Eternal Hills Memory Gardens. The family will receive friends Monday, from 4-6 and 7:30-9 PM at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Justin Fisher Sunshine Fund, 155 Shunn Way, Lilburn, GA 30047. Proceeds will benefit MDA, Christian Campus Fellowship at Georgia Tech and the Memorial Scholarship Fund. Tom M. Wages Funeral Services, Inc., Snellville Chapel, 770-979-3200.
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Memories and Condolences
for Justin Fisher
Justin and Russell at the Fisher house.
Russell Clinton
March 24, 2004
Dear Brad, Joan, and Lauren,
I'm so sorry to hear about Justin. I wish I could have made it to the funeral. I remember meeting all of you when Justin and I were in fourth grade at Arcado Elem. His personality, work ethic and faith in God were just a few things I looked up to him and respected him for. I'm very proud to say that he was one of my best friends.
Brian Takahashi
March 24, 2004
Justin was one of the first friends I made after returning to Lilburn and attending Parkview High School. He was always a positive role model and made sure that he kept all of his friends and everyone around him happy. He was also extremely smart. The kind of person you would go to for help with homework or a study session. His memories will be cherished forever and he will always be one of my heroes. To the Fisher family, I pray that you all are handling this well. I am sorry for your loss. God Bless!
Tracey Winslett
March 17, 2004
I am terribly sorry for your loss and my prayers go out to Justin's family and friends. While I did not know him personally, I can tell by reading about Justin's life that he touched so many. What an excellent example of triumph he set for us all. Knowing he had a severe illness that might shorten his life he still took so much time to pull others up, encourage them, and tried to make their lives better. As his family you must be so proud of him and as a fellow Tech student I am so honored to have him as a member of the GT Family. God Bless you all.
Sherri Dickson
March 15, 2004
It's with great sympathy that I write this, but I feel that you should know that I heard about Justin at Grace Fellowship church on Sunday and I was overwhelmed with emotion, as was my husband. It is so ironic that someone with such a debilitating disease, can remain so strong in faith and ability to reach out others. I know you know who truly blessed you are to have had Justin in your lives. Just remember the fruits of his labor will last forever.
The Dickson Family
Chris B.
March 15, 2004
Condolences from another Tech alum and family.
Justin was obviously special.
Tammy Justice
March 10, 2004
I'm really sorry for the lost of you son .
I don't know your family but reading about your son touched me in a mighty way. Please remember God knows whats best in all things.
The family is in my prayers and I pray he will comfort you in this time of need.
GOD BLESS YOU
Tammy Justice
Tina Crum
March 10, 2004
Brad & Joan,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during you time of need. May God Bless and keep you.
Emily Breland
March 10, 2004
I would like to express my deepest sympathy to your family. I was senior class sponsor when Justin was a senior at Parkview, and my son was also a classmate of Justin's. I recall so many times when I would see Justin, and I must tell you that he would light up my day. He was an extremely brave and courageous young man, and his accomplishments in his short life far overshadow many much older than himself. I know that God had many purposes for his life, and he fulfilled them beautifully. You must know that He has a special place for Justin, as you will have for having been such wonderful parents. We honor Justin today and share your sorrow.
Nancy Curtis
March 9, 2004
Brad, Joan and Lauren, you have my deepest sympathy in your loss. I had the privilege of meeting Justin once in the State Cafeteria at the Towers. Justin touched the heart of everyone he met. He accomplished so much in his short life here, I know you're very proud of him. He'll always be remembered by everyone that knew him. If I can ever do anything for any of you, I'm just a phone call away. I can always listen if you need someone to talk with. God's grace and love be with your family today and always.
John Gore
March 9, 2004
I attended Parkview High School with Justin but had not seen him since I moved out of state in 1997. He was always kind and fun to be around and will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you, his family.
Jim Jenkins
March 9, 2004
This Obit just caught my eye for some reason. As a Tech Alumni I read the entire obit and was very touched. What a great young man and what a great family for the support it took to get him there. I am proud that this young man chose Tech. My very best to the family and friends.
Jerry Mills
March 8, 2004
Brad....I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God bless all of you
Tom Washburn
March 8, 2004
I remember Justin coming to Atlantafest at Stone Mountain. I worked security for the event and helped Justin access the wheelchair area. He was such a super nice guy. He was so patient and always had a big smile. The Atlantafest family has his family in our prayers.
David Gardner
March 8, 2004
I sure am going to miss Justin's effervescent smile, and that quick, razor-sharp wit. I especially enjoyed our UGA versus Georgia Tech jibber-jabber back and forth at one another. I'm just thankful that God blessed us all with Justin's presence, if only for a short time.
And I suppose a certain amount of grief is to be expected right now...I just hope Justin understands, and is not too ashamed of me.
It's just hard to lose one of your heroes.
Bill Terhune
March 8, 2004
Joan and Brad:
I was so sad to learn this morning of Justin's passing. I feel that I knew Justin without having actually met him as Brad and I had many long talks. Justin was a true inspiration to everyone who knew of him. Please feel the comfort as we pray for Justin and his family. May he rest in peace.
Your Friend
Bill Terhune
Charlie Wallace
March 8, 2004
Mr. & Mrs. Fisher, Lauren:
As a student of Arcado, Trickum and Parkview, I knew Justin. I always found him in the hallways scootin around in his wheelchair. Although I never knew him as well as others, I knew his sister very well. I graduated with her in 2001. My prayers are with you all, and I send all of my love from the deep south in Valdosta. With Warmest Regards and My Prayers, I Remain: Respectfully yours,
Charlie Wallace
The Bell Family
March 8, 2004
1 To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven: 2 A time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up that which is planted;...4 A time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance;... 5 a time to embrace, and a time to refrain from embracing; 6 A time to receive, and a time to lose; a time to keep, and a time to cast away;... 9 What profit hath he that worketh in that wherein he laboureth? 10 I have seen the travail, which God hath given to the sons of men to be exercised in it. 11 He hath made every thing beautiful in his time: also he hath set the world in their heart, so that no man can find out the work that God maketh from the beginning to the end. 12 I know that there is no good in them, but for a man to rejoice, and to do good in his life. 13 And also that every man should eat and drink, and enjoy the good of all his labour, it is the gift of God. (Ecclesiastes 3:1-13)
~Our concolences in your time of grief~
John Dallas
March 8, 2004
Psalms 116:10-19
10 I believed, therefore have I spoken: I was greatly afflicted: 11 I said in my haste, All men are liars. 12 What shall I render unto the LORD for all his benefits toward me? 13 I will take the cup of salvation, and call upon the name of the LORD. 14 I will pay my vows unto the LORD now in the presence of all his people. 15 Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of his saints. 16 O LORD, truly I am thy servant; I am thy servant, and the son of thine handmaid: thou hast loosed my bonds. 17 I will offer to thee the sacrifice of thanksgiving, and will call upon the name of the LORD. 18 I will pay my vows unto the LORD now in the presence of all his people, 19 In the courts of the LORD'S house, in the midst of thee, O Jerusalem. Praise ye the LORD.
I bless you in Jesus Name
Marilyn Thomas
March 8, 2004
Brad and Joan,
May God bless and keep your family.
Tommy Clinton
March 8, 2004
Dear Fisher family:
My wife Amber and I would like to convey our deepest sympathies to you and your family. Justin will be missed by all of us.
Sincerely,
Tommy Clinton
The Steve Kise Family
March 8, 2004
As we reflect on the life of Justin, courage, honor, humor and love come to mind. We will cherish the memories of our times with him at PHS especially during volleyball season. He is certainly an angel among us. While remembering his gentle spirit and wonderful smile, Brad Joan and Lauren (Fish) know that our love embraces you.
Gail, Steve, and Katherine(Kat) Kise
The Steve Kise Family
March 8, 2004
As we reflect on Justin and his influence on our lives, courage, kindness, humor, and love come to mind. An angel for us to witness in the midst of troubled times. We will cherish the time we shared with him especially during volleyball at PHS and we will always remember his gentle spirit and wonderful smile.
Joan, Brad and Lauren ~May the Love and Warmth from us embrace you ~
Gail, Steve and Katherine(Calico Kat)Kise
Rick and Kathy O'Brien
March 8, 2004
We were so sorry to hear about Justin. Our daughter, Anne, played basketball at Parkview and we have fond memories of Justin hard at work at the stat table.
We sincerely hope that time and warm memories will help ease your sadness.
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