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JUSTIN M.
Age 17, of Sewickley, suddenly on Monday, April 22, 2002, loving son of Shirley (Scalercio) Benedict & Mark Benedict; beloved brother of Christopher; grandson of Leo & Alice (Ferraro) Scalercio, John & Fay (Bailey) Benedict. Justin was a Junior at Quaker Valley High School where he was a Letterman of the Football Team & also a member of their Track & Swim Teams. Visitation Wednesday 7-9 pm & Thursday 2-4 & 7-9 pm at COPELANDS SEWICKLEY-IRVINE CHAPEL, 702 Beaver St. Mass on Friday at 10 am in St. James Church.
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The Nolfi Family
April 28, 2002
To The Benedict Family:
Please accept our deepest sympathy. We cannot imagine the pain and sorrow that you are feeling. Our thoughts & prayers are with you daily.
Bob and Cheryl Fulton
April 26, 2002
Shirley and Chris;
No words can adequately express our sadness and deep sympathy for you and the rest of your family. We will remember the years of good times at Woodland and Justin's ready smile and good humor.
You are never far from our thoughts and prayers.
The Hinzman Family
April 26, 2002
Shirley and Chris,
Words cannot express how this has effected your lives and so many others. You are both in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Kathy, Bill, Kate, Kim and Billy
Mary Anne, Jim, Trey and Michael Buvens
April 26, 2002
Dear Shirley and Chris,
We are so sorry to hear about Justin. Please know you both are in our thoughts and prayers.
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Pat,Joan,Paul and John The Curtis Family
April 26, 2002
Shirley and Chris, Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Brian Gulish
April 25, 2002
To the Benedict family,
I had the honor of playing football with Justin for 2 years. On the field he was one of the hardest working kids I knew. He practiced like he played, and that was to be a champion. I can remember the 1999 playoff game against North Catholic, one of our players was injured and Justin got the call and played as a freshman like he was a veteran. Off the field Justin was all smiles and fun. He was a friend and a teammate, and always will be. JB will be missed, #78 you will always be remembered.
Alex Sklarsky
April 25, 2002
I am really sorry Mrs. Benedict about what happened and so is the rest of my family
Love The Sklarsky's
Michael J. Neely
April 25, 2002
Shirley, Chris, Uncle Leo and Aunt Alice,
I am so sorry to hear about Justin. It is such a shame. I will keep everyone in my prayers,
Love, Mike
Sam Easterly
April 25, 2002
To the Benedict family:
Although I never knew Justin very well, it was obvious to see that he was one of the kindest young men I had ever met. He always had a smile on his face. One of the things that sticks out in my mind most about him is the fact that he was kind and loving toward Chris and respected him as his older brother even though he was twice his size. I know that might sound silly or insignificant, but it really showed me his maturity and his incredibly kind heart. If there is a Heaven there's absolutely no doubt in my mind that Justin is there. My heart goes out to you in this terrible time, as you are one of the best families I have ever had the privilege of knowing. All I can offer is my sincerest condolences as have many others, yet another testament to what a wonderful young man Justin was and the extent of the tragedy that occurred on April 22.
Matthew Neely
April 25, 2002
Shirley and Chris, Uncle Leo and Aunt Alice,
I am so very sorry to hear about Justin.
Love, Matt
Pete Easterly
April 25, 2002
I wasn't his closest friend, but we had our moments together. He was one hell of a kid and I am going to miss him a lot. My sincere condolences to the Benedict family.
Rabbi Shoshana Kaminsky
April 25, 2002
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this terrible time of sorrow. Many in our congregation had the privilege and delight of knowing Justin, and I know their hearts have broken along with yours. May the God of comfort bless you with peace and healing.
Jim, Debbie, Ben, and Jack Thornton
April 25, 2002
Shirley and Chris,
Our prayers are with you.
The Thornton Family
Randy, Debbie, Sam, Pete, and Tom Easterly
April 25, 2002
DEARest Shirley, Chris, and all members of the Scalercio-Benedict families: Mere words cannot express the deep grief and sorrow we share with you, at this time. Please accept our most heartfelt condolences. Our prayers are with you. We do not wish to intrude upon your privacy; at the same time, we extend our hands and hearts of friendship, love, and support, for the present and the future. With deep sadness and profound regard: Randy, Debbie, Sam, Pete, and Tom Easterly.
David Neely, Jr.
April 25, 2002
I am very sorry for your loss. You will be in my prayers.
Love, David
Katie
April 25, 2002
I really did not know Justin personaly but it still hurt me to find out that someone from my school has gotten killed by a train. You and your family have my deepest sympathy
April 24, 2002
JUSTIN WE LOVE YOU MAN
YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN
Sandy McCoy
April 24, 2002
Shirley,
We are so very sorry about the loss of Justin. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sandy McCoy & Don Frye
Suzan Clark
April 24, 2002
Dear Shirley, We are so saddend to hear of Justin's death. You have touched our lives so profoundly and we share in your sorrow. Our thoughts are with you and your family. With deepest sympathy, Suzan, Richard and Hilarie Clark
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