Justin Burns

Justin Kade Burns
April 19, 2001 - September 13, 2015
Justin Kade Burns, born on April 19, 2001, was taken from us on Sunday, September 13, 2015, while archery hunting on the Grand Mesa with his father.
Justin was an avid outdoorsman who loved nothing more than spending his time in the mountains with nature and his family. He loved hunting, hiking, camping, fishing, and 4-wheeling. He took pride in being a good hunter and marksman and was diligent about safety and protocol.
Those who personally knew Justin knew he had a shy and quiet demeanor, but everyone who came in contact with him were forever touched by his compassion and loyalty. Justin's smile lit up the room, and he included everyone in his circle of friends. To know Justin was to feel acceptance. He loved deeply and completely. His family, God, and friends were always his priority. When recently asked if he is always trying to get away from his siblings, he became very serious and said, "No, I could not live without them". He cherished his brother and sister above all.
Throughout his youth Justin participated in many activities including soccer, basketball, and baseball. When he entered middle school he found his true calling in music. He gravitated to the tuba and bass guitar, and set out to perfect his craft. He became in band, what he was in life, the pulse that quietly led others in the right direction. This summer Justin got the opportunity to become part of the Palisade High School marching band. He immediately found a home as a "souse" in the sousaphone section. He conquered the challenge of hauling that 30-pound sousaphone around. He was proud to be part of that group and was looking forward with great excitement to their first competition next week. Justin was enjoying the high school life with good friends, enriching activities, and lots of studying as he was even enjoying the classes he took. Life was good!
Justin is survived by his parents, Cory and Karla Burns of Palisade; his brother and sister, Teagan and Lilliana; grandparents, Jeff and JoAnn Carpenter of Palisade, and Larry and MaryAnn Burns of Lake City; three aunts, Kristin Carpenter and Kelsey Carpenter, both of Palisade, and Katie (Matt) Himes of Mesa, CO; many uncles, aunts, and cousins; his family in the band; and all of his friends. Justin is preceded in death by his beloved sister, Hannah Rose, whom he will forever hold as they both live in our hearts.
Services for Justin will be Sunday, at 3:00 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church at the corner of 5th and White in Grand Junction. The city is opening the parking garage for this service. Interment will be Monday at Memorial Gardens, where Justin and Hannah will be interned together forever.
In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that donations be made to the Palisade High School marching band.