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Justin Maes Obituary

Maes, Justin
21, of Sun City, Arizona passed away on November 22, 2009. Justin Maes, son, grandson, nephew, cousin and friend. The 21 years he shared with us was far too short. He will be forever missed and loved by his mother, Kathy Markus; step-father Pat Markus, father Larry Maes, sisters Stephanie Maes, Abbigail Markus, Brothers Eric and Shane Maes, niece Alyssa Maes, grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins and many close friends. Donations can be given at any Wells Fargo Bank to the Justin Maes Memorial Fund. Visitation will be held Friday November 27, 2009 from 5:00 to 8:00pm at the Desert Hills Mortuary 6500 E. Bell Rd Scottsdale, AZ 85254 Funeral services will be held Saturday November 28, 2009 at 12:00pm at the Hansen Arrowhead Funeral Center 21000 N. 75th Ave Glendale, AZ 85308

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Nov. 26, 2009.

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Alyssa Maes

February 17, 2016

Justin I love and miss u so much it's been a while since you have been gone I know that you will watch over us I'm really sad you did not get to meet Brayden, Avery, and Bentley they would have loved you soooo much man I sill can't believe you are gone why did this have to happen to you I really wish I could go back in time and give you one last hug an kiss before you went I cry all the time thinking about you it's hard not to cry but I try to stay strong for you and every one else I can't wait to see you again but until that happens stay strong up there and don't get into trouble I love you and see u soon!!!!

houston dixon

July 21, 2011

wow when i first got that call from your brother i was like this is not true i am dreaming i couldn't believe it i was thinking no his not no way but then i had to believe it i was trying not to but one thing that keeps me going is remembering all the fun things we had done and when me you and rex would hang out all the time .

houston dixon

July 20, 2011

miss you so much

Houston Dixon

July 20, 2011

hey justin,
wow really miss you so much you were so fun to hang out with wish i could have spent more time with you one day we all will rejoin again.

miss you,Houston Dixon

This was me on our 6mo candle vigil to you

Kerry O'Cheltree

September 16, 2010

Sweet Love, I cant believe it has almost been a year that you have been gone. It hurts just as much today as it did when i got the news. Sometimes i pray to you and i always wish for a sign so that i know you are with me, and so far you have never let me down. I still think of you when i hear certain songs, and i hold my cross so that you know im singing to you. I love you so much baby, not a day goes by that i dont think of you. Keep on watching over us please, i love you and i miss you very much. Give Nick a kiss for me too. Rex and i are trying so hard to make a baby, and we were talking about names, and we decided on if it was a boy, his name would be Nicholas Daniel Risner or daniel nicholas risner.. in loving memory of you both. So please send us an extra angel to make this work. Lord knows i want one more than anything in this world before my treatments. NO PRESSURE... Just saying :) I will come see you soon and talk to you ok my love? Muah! xoxox

Anne Kegley

September 8, 2010

Justin-Thanks for the beautiful display in the clear night sky over Maui. I was praying to Kevin and there you guys were!! Racing through the sky. Not just a falling star, but 2 huge comets, parallel to each other at the same time. I know you and Kevin are having the time of your lives! Peace out my young friend and enjoy!!

Heather Minton

February 11, 2010

Wow.. I can't believe your really gone :( It doesn't seem real I find my self waiting for your call or picking up the phone and wanting to call you.. I just can't seem to face it.. It hurts every day, they say it gets easier but it just seems to be getting harder :(.. I miss you more than words could ever explain.. You've touched a special place in my heart that no one could ever touch again.. I will never forget you and as long as I live there will be a special place in my heart and thoughts just for you.. I know we'll see each other again but it's just so rough getting through the days until then.. I wish I wouldn't have taken those little things for granite like hearing your voice and seeing your smile.. I'd do anything if I could just go back and change the way things were and how they turned out but I cant :( I know your watching over us I can feel you everyday.. I hope you stay close to us in spirit because thats what gets me through these days.. I love you and miss you so much.. I'll see you on the other side Love Bug..

Tammie Cassidy

January 22, 2010

hey babe been thinkin about you alot .... i really miss you :( i cant wait til im with you again and i can see your smiling face again. I MISS YOU AND LOVE YOU VERY MUCH JUSTIN!!!

Anne Kegley

January 20, 2010

Hey there handsome-
I've been thinking about you alot today. Your pic is still up next to Kevin's. I'm glad the holidays are over. Hey, sorry man, I didn't buy any presents this year!!
By the way, if there really are angels, can you swoop down over the old neighborhood and say hi? We all love and miss you. See ya, Anne

Stephanie Maes

January 5, 2010

Hey Justin,

Its your big sis, you've been gone for about 6 weeks now I can't believe its been that long already. We all miss you so much and think about you everyday. I'm trying to be strong for mom she is really not doing good. You just watch over all of us and help get us through this difficult time. I will hold you in my heart for eternity, Justin hunny you will be forever missed I love you with all my heart.

Anne Kegley

December 24, 2009

MERRY CHRISTMAS JUSTIN !!
I've been thinking of you and your family today. We miss ya dude!
ENJOY YOUR NEW JOURNEY AS AN ANGEL.
-Anne, Kevin's mom

Jeremy Williams

December 21, 2009

Justin,
Justin you always were a good friend and we miss you lots. I miss hanging out with you and the crew. I miss ridding bikes together and trying to keep out of trouble but that never happened .LOL It was also a blast living with you at Rex's house, I had a good time. I can go on for days but talking about you. I just wanted to say I Love You And Miss you.You will never be forgotten. Love always.

Chantae Anderson

December 21, 2009

We miss you bro! Cant wait to party with you again up in the heavens! Dont be causing to much trouble up there! :)

christian bond

December 21, 2009

J-Money,
man u were like a brother to everyone and we all love u man. we had some crazy times together and i remember every single one of them. love u bro!!

Barri Arney, Donivan Fait

December 21, 2009

Justin,
Your amazing. Not only were you an amazing friend, but you never failed to make every night spent with you amazing as well. Everything about you will be missed, from the random comments to the amazing smile you always had on! We love you so much and will miss you everyday. We think about you all the time and will love you always.

Courtney Smith

December 21, 2009

Justin I love you bud... i wish i could have gave you one last hug! I go say hi to u every day and make sure i blow u a kiss... ill see u one day and i will always remember all the great time we all had together

LOVE AND MISS YOU SO MUCH!

Brandi Miller

December 20, 2009

Justin I love you so much I wish I would have spent more time hanging out with you but the times we had i will never forget I miss you so much I know I will see you again one day until then I have our wonderful memories Kathy, Stephanie and family my thoughts and prayers are with you at all times i love you all -Brandi

Dawn Cullum

December 20, 2009

Justin, we love you & miss you! Although you are not here to share in new memories, I have comfort knowing you will be watching over us. I really wish we could have met, but I know there will be another chance. Rest in peace cuz! Aunt Kathy, I'm sorry for your loss, I wish there was something I could do to lessen the pain. I am always here for you & remember to celebrate the memories you have! If you need an ear to listen, I'm hear. Remember I love you very much!!!.....Justin---WE LOVE YOU!! Gone, but definately not FORGOTTEN!!

bob cullum

December 20, 2009

we miss you so much but you will never be forgotten..you always made my trips special every time i came out..those memories will never be forgotten..wish you could have come to indiana,it was so special to everyone.we will move forward with memories in mind..but as everyone knows...WE ARE FAMILY..uncle bob..dawn..jason..brandon..chance..dawn..

Samantha Barr

December 20, 2009

Justin,
You were such an amazing person! Full of love and adventure you could always make anyone smile! I miss you so much! I love you and you will stay in my heart forever!
Love always and forever more,
Samantha Barr

christina Nicolas

December 20, 2009

Hi sugarbiscuit.. I love and miss you so much.. we just turned 21 and you still had so much more to do here with us.. I can't wait until we meet again.. I love you justin

Sweet Love's 01/08/09

Kerry O'Cheltree

December 18, 2009

Hi My Sweet Sweet Love,
Not a day has gone by that i havent thought about you. I knew yesterday when i was eating lunch at The Wall talking to you that you were listening. Especialy when i got in my car.. with Incubus, Drive just coming on. You always have your ways of making me smile :) I sure do miss you baby, i just want to wake up to this bad dream. You know, i felt bad about you kissing me at my 4th of July party because of your situation.. Now.. im so glad you did. I wouldnt trade it for the world! muah! I have the same cross I layed with you hanging in my car so that you'll be with me wherever i go and keep me extra safe! I know your watching all of us, and you and Nick are both my Angels. I cant wait to see you both again! You'll always be in my heart and soul. Keep a look out on our little ones too! I love you always and for eternity.. Sweet Love

Tammie Cassidy

December 17, 2009

Hey Justin sweetie I miss you so much you were such an important person in my life. I hope your looking down on me now and seeing how much I miss you and love you. I'll always have you on my mind no matter what happens ..... and you'll always be in my heart too hun. Everything around me makes me think of you. I can't wait to see your beatiful smiling face again. I love you Justin. You'll always be missed.

Anne Kegley

December 7, 2009

Hey there handsome!
It's Anne, Kevin's mom. Man this is hard to believe.....you and Kev are brothers in heaven now. I've known you and your family since the "birthday crew" when you guys were young. I'm so very happy that you attended Kevin's memorial on 11-14-09. I'm going to miss your beautiful smile and laugh. Too many memories to list today. You alway had Kevin's back as he did yours. I have many memories of you, Eric and Kevin playing Nintendo-Playstation-Xbox. Remember last year when your dad, Eric and I took you around to drop off employment applications? You scored that job at the Mexican food restaurant. How happy you were...... A J O B!! yeh man! You were always so polite and generous to me and the younger kids. I'm truely going to miss you as much as I do my own son.
Peace out my young friend!
You will never be forgotten and always loved by many.
Anne Kegley xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxox

Cecily Mann

December 3, 2009

Hey justin,
its Cecily " the mann" lol i remeber when you and brandon first found out my last name in elementary school. you both would make so much fun of me but you were always the one to say sorry if you knew it was bugging me to much.
i still cant believe that you are gone. i just saw you the weekend before the accident. we were sitting around the table at kevins memorial just talking about old times and how much fun it was to be a kid. you were always so nice to the ladys lol and was so adventurous, but just like kevin im not going to say good bye because i know i will see you again some day. love you justin and i will keep eric out of trouble for you.

November 30, 2009

Dear Kathy & family: We were so sorry to hear of your loss. We will keep you and your family in our prayers. I know a lot of people are praying - and I hope you find some comfort in knowing how much people care. May every day bring you peace and I pray that some day soon you can rejoice in your memories of Justin.

Logan Harris and his mom, Lynnda.

Stacy Miller

November 28, 2009

My thoughts & prayers go out to the whole family. Wish I could be there. All of you are my 2nd family. I still can't believe this actually happened. Love all of you!!! Love from Indiana, Stacy, Keith, Tim, & Chad Miller

Heather Miller

November 27, 2009

Justin,

There is not a day that goes by that I am not thinking about you. You have consumed my thoughts completely. I miss you so much. I don't want to believe that this is real. But I just tell myself that you are in a better place now. I know you are in heaven looking down and watching over all of us. I am so thankful that our families have always been so close, and that we all always did stuff together. So many of my childhood memories include you guys and they were the best times. I will never forget dressing you up like a girl! I remember that day like it was yesterday! And hopefully your mom didn't get sick of me when I would stay the night at your house for like 2 weeks straight! Haha. I am going to miss your smile, your laugh, your jokes, your presence...you had a way of making every person you knew smile, and have a good time. You left a mark on everyone's hearts and you will NEVER be forgotten. I love you so much and miss you, forever and always!
Love,
Heather

the york family

November 27, 2009

May god bless all those who had the pleasure to know justin. he was such a happy and caring person. he touched many people and his memory will live on forever. may god bless all the family and friends and carry you through such a great loss. you are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Cyndi Mroczkowski

November 26, 2009

To all of the family and friends of Justin... May God bless you always and in all ways... my family is very sorry for your loss of Justin; the kids remember him as being funny and cool... I remember him as being kind of quiet, but always polite... take care in the knowledge that he is in the Lord's presence and in Jesus's arms... be kind to his memory, and I know you will see him again... Kathy, I am so sorry for you... if there is anything I can do, please do not hesitate to call me... I am still a good listener.. Love, Cyndi and the Mroczkowski Family (602) 595-9926

Mimi Makos

November 26, 2009

Justin..I just saw you in July, and you were my nephew, Brandon's best friend since 2nd grade.. You were SUCH a sweetheart, and I am SO sad about your tragic passing.... i know you are holding my great neice up in heaven before she is born into this world... Our love & prayers go out to your family & friends and all of those that you have touched.

November 26, 2009

My condolences to your family. I pray that God will give you comfort (2nd Corint. 1:3 & 4). You are in my prayers.

Kelly Kirchoff

November 26, 2009

Justin, I am so blessed that I had the opportunity to know you over the past 8 years.. You were always so amazing to be around.. Always had that amazing charming smile on your face.. You are so loved and missed by all of us and I can only hope that you are looking down on every single one of us. My heart goes out to your amazing, strong family in these hard times. Rest in peace hun, I love you, and will see you again someday. ~Kelly Kirchoff

Justin, Abbigail and I at Christmas 08

Ashley Miller

November 26, 2009

Justin,

I miss you so much and think about you everyday. Your in my dreams, thoughts, prayers and memories that will never be forgotten. You were the most adventurous, daring, athletic and funny person I know. You were always surprising everyone with something new. I will never forget the moment at your old house on Dahlia behind the shed. It still cracks me up to this day. You always cared about everyones feelings and I remember how you were protective with my past relationship. I am thankful for every single moment that I had with you as my cousin growing up. As you left, there were tears, heartache, pain, sorrow and unanswered questions.. but you also left lasting memories that we can all share amongst each others and the joy we experienced throughout your life. I love you Justin, always and forever.
<3
Ashley

chance cullum

November 26, 2009

Im sorry we never met but i will always remember you. You will be missed very much. I love you!!

Christy Valdez

November 26, 2009

Justin I only met yo twice but your smile will never be forgotten!! Condolences to the family in this hard time!!

Amber Miller

November 26, 2009

Happy Thanksgiving buddy... I miss you so much, you have consumed my thoughts these past few days. I want you to know how loved you were and how loved you will always be. I cant believe this is real, i would give anything to go back to our joint sleepovers at grandma-ma's or the family bbq's that turned into whole weekends together. i want so badly to get in the shower and come over to your house and see you... like it should have been today.. so we could laugh about that disgusting sandwich we made Shane eat a few years ago and make new memories. Now i will just pray for dreams of you so i can see that smile i love so much and hear you laugh and make new "memories". i love you.

Justin and I on Holloween 08

Ashley Miller

November 26, 2009

Justin...our very own guardian angel,

I hope you rest in peace. I love you.

November 26, 2009

justin u were one of my best freinds! i love u! u will remain forever in my heart! not a day goes by that i dont think of u! i love and miss u so much! see ya soon buddy and watch over all of us! love u : ) love always & forever rachael robideaux

November 26, 2009

justin u were one of my best freinds! i love u! u will remain forever in my heart! not a day goes by that i dont think of u! i love and miss u so much! see ya soon buddy and watch over all of us! love u : )

Justin, Abbigail and I on Christmas

Ashley Miller

November 26, 2009

Justin,

I miss you so much and think about you everyday. Your in my dreams, thoughts, prayers and memories that will never be forgotten. You were the most adventurous, daring, athletic and funny person I know. You were always surprising everyone with something new. I will never forget the moment at your old house on Dahlia behind the shed and that certain something you did! Even though we all got in trouble, we were still little and it still cracks me up to this day. You always cared about everyones feelings and I remember how you wanted to beat up my ex. I am thankful for every single moment that I had with you as my cousin growing up. As you left, there were tears, heartache, pain, sorrow and unanswered questions.. but you also left lasting memories that we can all share amongst each others and the joy we experienced throughout your life. I love you Justin, always and forever.
<3
Ashley

Jessica Hicks

November 26, 2009

Uncle Larry and family: We're very sorry hear about Justin. The family is in our prayers right now. Our hearts goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead. Love you all, Jessie (Maes) and Heath Hicks

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