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JUSTIN R.
Age 22, of Zelienople, died suddenly on Sun. May 26, 2002. He was a Sr. at Duquesne University. Son of Robert C. Henderson of New Castle and Connie Scarnati Henderson Erdlen of Zelienople; stepson of Todd Erdlen and Sharon Henderson. Brother of Kara Henderson at home and paternal grandmother Helen Henderson of New Castle; He was a graduate of Seneca Valley H.S. in 1998 and a member of St. Ferdinand Church and Sigma Tau Gamma Fraternity. Visitation Wed. 2-4 & 7-9pm at the ED & DON DeCARBO FUNERAL HOME, 941 So. Mill St., New Castle. Mass Thurs. 11am at St. Vitus Church, New Castle.
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April 30, 2003
Nearly a year has past since I saw you last, seems like yesterday.
PAX
February 28, 2003
Hey there. You're still on my mind and in my heart everyday. When I read about those who have died, I kind of think that they are lucky b/c they get to hang out with you now. When I take a stroll down memory lane, I remember this happy boy in one of my 7th grade classes. You were always wearing the IOU sweatshirts and had this soft, contagious giggle that eventually won everyone over. You were so good to everyone, a quality that I try to emulate on a daily basis, even though I know I'm not as good as it as you. I just hope that if you ever check in on me, you're as proud of me as I was of you.
CPD
November 5, 2002
I think of you often, Happy Birthday
November 4, 2002
~Justin~
You are still in my thoughts daily...especially today, for it is your birthday.
I smile and still feel you are a part of me knowing that we still share the same birth numbers, 11/4 & 4/11.
~Love Always and Forever~
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Erin
November 4, 2002
Happy Birthday Justin. I miss you so much and still think about you constantly.
Love,
Erin
October 19, 2002
~Justin~
I think of you daily, and miss you dearly....but I know you are in a better place looking down at us all with your big, luminous, smile shinny bright as can be...just like it always did in the past.
Today, I plan to go were you rest and in the meantime think of all the great memeroies we had together, and in hopes that someday soon we will be sharing those thoughts and perserving more moments together like we always did.
~Love Always, and Forever~
October 15, 2002
I was listening to the radio on Friday. It was 80's day and I couldn't help but think of you and smile.
October 1, 2002
Justin, You and your family are still in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless All Of You.
September 26, 2002
Justin -
I visited you, where you were laid to rest. It still doesn't seem real. You are loved and terribly missed... beyond words.
Anonymous
September 26, 2002
Justin - I still think of you daily. You are greatly missed.
Charles De Angelis
September 6, 2002
MEMORIAL MASS FOR JUSTIN HENDERSON, RIP - SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 8
A Memorial Mass sponsored by Sigma Tau Gamma Fraternity and Alpha Phi Sorority for Justin Henderson, RIP, who died during the summer, will be offered in the Duquesne Chapel at 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 8.
Mike and JAN Tempalski
June 24, 2002
Todd, Connie and Cara,
Our hearts are heavy still weeks later. We pray for you all the time. I was proud to know your son. I will never forget the day Josh and Justin left for Florida.
They drove off - young and free - and I watched their car turn the corner and envied their youth. God bless you and your family.
Much love from Mike, Jan and Josh Tempalski.
Mike and Jan Tempalski
June 24, 2002
Dear Justin, There are no words that will adequately say how much you will be missed. You touched the world in your own special way and all the people that knew you have benefitted from your friendship. I am honored to have known you at all. We are praying for your family and I have a request for you...say a prayer for Josh - he is still in shock and not acting like himself. Rest in peace and I hope to see you one day. Love, Mrs. T
Breanne
June 7, 2002
henderson~you made working at abercrombie and ballys too much fun...finding out you were gone was the biggest shock..but as jordan says, you led twice the life of anyone...im glad we got to say goodbye..rest in peace..love, brea
Nicki Albert
June 6, 2002
Justin-
We can't believe we are writing this to you. News of your death was a complete shock to Bill and I. You were a great person, and it was an honor to know you. I will never forget when I first started at Abercrombie and all my roommates would come to visit. They were there to look at you, and tell me how cute you were. You will be missed by all, you touched so many lives. Our thoughts and prayers are with you family.
Nicki and Bill
Katie Harrington
June 4, 2002
I have always remembered you so fondly, Justin.. You were always so kind to me. I wish I had known earlier so that I could have said goodbye at the funeral. You and your family are in my prayers. Yearbook class definitely would not have been the same without your sense of humor and smile. Thank you for being such a wonderful, delightful person.
unknown ~
June 1, 2002
God wanted one of his angels back!And that's what you were . You touched the heart of so many people and youu will never be forgotten. You were truely an angel. God bless you.!
Kelly Roche
May 31, 2002
Justin-
The only way I can rationalize this is that you were needed in heaven more than you were needed here. Everything happens for a reason and I am glad you are watching over your friends and family. I had so much fun with you at Duquesne...I got so excited everytime I saw you. You never had a bad word to say about anyone (except when you were making fun of me for being an NA tiger). You've gone to a better place now and you will be greatly missed-my prayers are with your family and friends.
Rebecca Roblaski
May 31, 2002
I know i already wrote to Justin, but to those in the Henderson family who are now left on earth without their wonderful son, brother, nephew, or grandson, I cannot express in words how deeply, deeply sorry i am that this happened. I know that a year and a half ago, I tried to take my own life and almost robbed all of my family of someone who i now know is important to them. I don't know the details of Justin's death, but I do know he was taken away way too soon, and I will for the rest of my life do my best to help everyone I come across in life to make their life worth living. God bless you Hendersons, and again, I express my deepests sympathies to you.
Rebecca Roblaski
May 31, 2002
Oh God Justin, I only wish we actually did get the chance to get together when we planned. I don't know what happened, why you stopped calling, it was so sudden, and now finding out about your death tonight. I can't believe how sick i feel knowing you arent' alive. I truly did think you were a wonderful person, just meeting you in Tennessee at the BWW seminar...i saw something special in you, and it wasn't just your physical beauty, you were an amazing person. I will miss you, irregardless of how long we knew each other, I still felt you were an important person to me and to so many. I will miss you greatly. See you in heaven.
Love,
Rebecca Rae Roblaski
by the way Justin, when i retire, i will always remember you and will honor your memory when i'm giving my speeches in front of thousands of people. See you later sweetheart.
Joseph Parkerson
May 31, 2002
I'm so sorry for your loss. may God bless you and watch over you all.
joseph parkerson
sigma alpha epsilon
duquesne university
La-La
May 31, 2002
You still owe me dinner and a dance...and I WILL expect them when I see you again. I'm sorry I didn't realize you had been feeling so badly, so seriously. I will miss you alot.
Love
La-La
Erin Wolfarth
May 30, 2002
Justin, Memories from chem class keep running through my mind. You made highschool a blast and are one of the few people I loved running into after our highschool days were long gone! The amount of people who turned up last night speaks volumes about the kind of person you are. You will always be in some of my fondest memories. Love, Erin
Carissa Probst
May 30, 2002
Justin
You're smile always lit up the room. It will be missed but never forgotten. Rest in peace.
Love,
Carissa
Stephen Talpas
May 30, 2002
Justin, I only knew you for a short time...but it was long enough to see what a great person you were. I will miss you and continue to keep you and your family in my prayers.
Stephen Talpas
Laura and Norma Lunz
May 30, 2002
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Marybeth Carey
May 30, 2002
Connie, Todd, & Kara,
Heaven has indeed gained another angel. May God's strength and love help you thru this sad and confusing time. So many wonderful memories but so short a time. Thanks for letting us share in Justin's life.
I pray that the love of our Lord Jesus Christ will comfort you and in time ease the hurt.
Marybeth, Maywood, and Family
Carey Andrew-Jaja, Jr.
May 30, 2002
To Justin
This is so unbelievable. I’ve lost a lot of friends over the years, but none as close as you. It’s sad how one has to leave us so soon. You were one of the first people that I met out of all the people that I didn’t really know prior to attending Duquesne. We even had several classes together and hung out frequently. Whenever I was down at the A.J. Palumbo and felt like I couldn’t do something or I felt like giving up, you were there to motivate me. You advised me to never give up, and that helped me to take the next step. It helped me to persevere more than I ever had before. It helped me to succeed.
To a coach, a motivator, and a friend, you will be missed, but you will live in our hearts forever, and you will never be forgotten. You and the entire Henderson family are in my prayers.
"Any man's death diminishes me." - John Donne
Chuck De angelis
May 30, 2002
Justin:
I can't begin to think of what to say, I'm glad I had the chance to tell you what a sweet and caring person you were. Thank you for being my friend. You will indeed be missed. May you rest in the peace and grace of God.
Kristin Mellars
May 29, 2002
....God is our refuge and streght, an ever present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth gave way and the mountain fall into the heart of the sea, though it's waters roar and foam and the mountains quake with their surging. There is a river whose stream makes glad the city of God.... Though you may be gone, your memories will last for ever.
Love, Kristin
brandie s
May 29, 2002
Justin...
I placed a green carnation on your casket today, for that was the first flower you ever gave me, after we had been dating a week. It only lasted a couple of months, but your friendship lasted much longer, and for that I am truly grateful. I'll always remember your throaty laugh and your big sincere smile. I'll hold many special memories with me, until we meet again...
Crazy for you, B
Christopher Tully
May 29, 2002
This is a such a shock. I just saw Justin when we got home from school a few weeks ago. He was always so nice and firendly. Not enough good things can be said about him.
joseph stultz
May 29, 2002
I worked with justin at Abercrombie , he will be missed!
Ashley Kearney
May 29, 2002
Justin,
You where such a wonderful individual and one of the best sweethearts Alpha Phi has ever had thank you for always being there for us...You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers Alpha Phi Love and mine, Ashley
John and Maria Talpas
May 29, 2002
May the wonderful memories that Justin gave in his lifetime carry you through this difficult time. With sincere sympathy,
Maria and John Talpas
(Parents of Stephen Talpas, Sigma Tau Gamma Fraternity)
Ed & Cheryl Prosser
May 29, 2002
Extending our deepest sympathy to the Henderson & Erdlen families.
May your memories soothe your heart in such a difficult time.
Our prayers are with you.
The Prossers-Ed, Cheryl, Becky, Mike & Rachel
Jill Wooster (Brosky)
May 29, 2002
Justin was such a special individual and friend to so many of us. I can not believe this happened! I just saw him 3 weeks ago at my wedding. He will be remembered for the wonderful person he was. Thanks for all the great memories, Justin. We all know he is looking down at us from heaven.
Brian Hess
May 29, 2002
For the joy that you brought to others lives...you will live forever. Know that you will be missed dearly by many. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Rest in Peace...
Hess
Brandon Reed
May 29, 2002
Justin-
I was with you friday and saturday you were taken from me. I will never ever forget you and i am still in so much shock that i cannot comprehend this whole horrific thing. I will always miss but remember our times hanging out together at my place and will always remember how you made me laugh. We will meet again someday and continue our relationship.Until then, goodbye justin.WE HAD SO MUCH FUN. I WILL NEVER EVER FORGET YOU MAN!
love
Brandon
Tina Slogan
May 29, 2002
Justin- I have spent the last few days looking at pictures of us over the past 2 years and I just cant believe this. You were a good friend and you will be greatly missed. You and your family are in my prayers.
Stephanie Landy
May 29, 2002
Justin,
I never thought that I would ever be writing this to one of my friends. I am just happy that I have known such a special person that has touched my life for the last four years. Remember the time that we were studying for finals and we ate two college specials and you thought you had a double chin. You always made me laugh. Thank you for touching my life in such a special way. I love you, may you rest in peace.
With love,
Stephanie
Alissa Krom
May 29, 2002
Justin,
I knew you for a short while when I joined the Alpha Phi Sisterhood. You are a great brother to all of us and I will never forget your great smile. God took you away from us too soon, He just had different plans for you but I know you will be looking down on us and caring for the Phis as you always have, with such gentle kindness. God Bless. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Eric Johnson
May 28, 2002
"He will not grow old, like we who are left grow old... Age shall not weary him, nor the years condemn... After going down of the sun, and in the morning... We will remember him, goodbye Justin" It was a pleasure knowing you for the past year, your smile and sence of humor will be missed.
Bridget Tinne
May 28, 2002
Justin- It is so hardfor me to write this. I will never forget the first time I saw you, behind that stupid Abercrombie counter. You became so much more tha a friend to me and we had some really geat times together. I will never forget you and you will be forever in my heart. All my love, Bridget
Jennifer Michael
May 28, 2002
This is a shock to everyone, why a warm beautiful person is not with us anymore, seeing your warm smile always made that part of the day at Bally's better for everyone. You will be missed!!!!!!!
jill bell
May 28, 2002
Justin's Family,
My deepest sympathy, I worked for years with Justin at McDonald's
he was truly a fantastic person. I was shocked about hearing of his death and will keep your family in my prayer's. He was a great person and will be missed by a large amount of friends. God Bless you all.
Linda Kearns
May 28, 2002
Justin,
You are so special. From the short time that I knew you it felt like a lifetime. I will always remember your beautiful smile and your caring ways. You are the most beautiful person that I have ever met. You will be missed by so many. My prayers go out to you and your family.
Love,
Linda ~
Heather Kearns
May 28, 2002
Justin, words can not even begin to express how much I will miss you and how special you are to me and so many people.You and all of the memories I have of you will remain in my heart forver.You are with the Lord now and when I close my eyes I can still see your beautiful smile that helps get me through this rough time. I love you Justin and I always will. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your wonderful family. God Bless.
Heather Kearns
Traci Butia
May 28, 2002
Justin, I'm going to miss you like crazy. You were the greatest friend anyone could ever hope to have. I'm just so lucky to have ever been able to call you one of my best friends. I only hope that I can touch other peoples lives the way that you have touched mine. I love you. My deepest sympathies are extended to friends and family. May the Lord be with you.
Heather DiPietro
May 28, 2002
Justin,
I can not believe it! I was a highschool friend who shared many memorable moments with Justin. He always knew how to make you laugh and was always there for you. He will always be remembered in my thoughts and in my heart. My condolences to the Henderson family.
Rest in Peace my dear friend.
Keri Rihel
May 28, 2002
I sincerely cannot believe it. It was just last month when we went to Eat-n-Park for ice cream. I graduated high school with you where we were acquaintances and I went to school with you at Duquesne-where we became friends. Justin-I will never forget our talks in Coll's room or all of our adventures to Eat-n-Park, or you walking into my room, calling me Kerbear. I will miss you and the laughter we always had. My sincerest deepest condolences go out to your family.
~Kerbear
Melanie Sanfilippo
May 28, 2002
Friends and Family,
Justin was such a wonderful person, who will stay in my memories forever. He was always willing to lend a helping hand with a smile that could brighten anybodies day! You will be in my prayers...God Bless
"What we have done for ourselves alone dies with us; what we have done for others and the world remains and is immortal."
-Albert Pike
Beth Colizza
May 28, 2002
Justin-
I still can't believe it's true. It's going to be hard to walk into class tonight. You are a great person and I will miss you. It's difficult to comprehend something like this, but knowing you're in a better place makes it a little easier.
Rosemary & Rich Huber
May 28, 2002
Dear Family and Friends,
Our hearts are breaking with the loss of such a wonderful young man. Justin was a friend of our daughter Melissa. I fondly remember the good times that Justin, Mandy Dilts, and Melissa had during high school. If Melissa skipped school to go to McConnells Mills or Moraine, we knew she would be fine because her friend Justin would be there with her. They would often drive to Sharon to eat at the Quaker Steak & Lube. It was one of Justin's favorite places to eat. Justin is now with the Lord and his memory will live forever in our minds and hearts. Justin - we love and miss you. And may God hold you in the palms of his hands.
Aubree' Williams
May 28, 2002
I met Justin at Duquesne. We had good times studying and hanging out. I had so much fun with him. He was such a generous person and a great guy. He will truly be missed. My condolences to the Henderson and Erdlen families. May his soul rest in peace.
Love
Aubree' Williams
David Bowles
May 28, 2002
Justin,
Although, I only knew you for a short period of time, You will never be forgotten in my mind. My prayers and condolences to the Henderson family.
David Bowles
Cory Clement
May 28, 2002
People come and go in our llives and sometimes God blesses you with that extra special person and that was Justin. He was a great friend who always was there for you no matter what. He always made everything seem ok. I am going to miss you Justin ~ you always did give the best hugs! I will never forget the night you became an Alpha Phi Sweetheart ~ those are the times I will never forget.My thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family. Rest in Peace
Alpha Phi love and mine,
Cory Clement
Heather Thompson
May 28, 2002
Justin~
I am glad that I met you last year and that you became a part of my life. I will never forget you or the smiles and hugs that you had for me everytime I saw you. I can't believe you are gone. You brought so much joy to so many people. Rest in Peace Justin.....you will be missed....
Love,
Heather
Pam Slaby
May 28, 2002
To the Friends and Family of Justin,
Justin was a great guy- always smiling. I did not know him well, but he seemed like a wonderful person. He is in a better place now. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Pam Slaby
Kristin Baker
May 28, 2002
To Justin's friends and family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Justin, I will never forget you and the joy you brought to so many people. Thanks for all the great memories and for making my sister so happy. You are truly one of the great ones.
Erin Baker
May 28, 2002
Justin~
I can't believe I am writing this right now. I never thought this would happen to you. You are truely an unforgetable individual who touched so many people's hearts. I've spent the last day and a 1/2 looking at pictures and reading cards from you, remembering the amazing times we had together. I will never foget you and how much you meant to me. You were one of the best friends anyone could ask for.
I love you bud!
Erin
Colette Patenaude
May 28, 2002
My thoughts and prayers will be with you all.
Matthew Leiberton
May 28, 2002
Justin,
You are one of the truly great individuals that I had the pleasure of getting to know for the past four years. When I really did not know anyone at school, I stumbled upon yourself and Ricky. I'll never forget the times in class, working out in the Palumbo, and just being with the great individual that you are. I'll miss you Justin, you are in a better place, a place where special people end up.
Salomon Smith Barney
May 28, 2002
Our deepest, and most sincere sympathies are with the Henderson family. We feel very fortunate that we had the opportunity to know Justin, who was an intern at Salomon Smith Barney during the summer of 2000. We pray that God will grant you the strength to
get through this very difficult and tragic time.
Our thoughts are with you,
Bo, Joan, Chris, Kerry and Melissa
Bill and Barbara Baker
May 28, 2002
A good friend of our daughter Erin. You were the starting center when she co-captained the cheerleading squad. Left us way too early.
Denny and Joanne Kelly
May 28, 2002
Connie, Tod, and Kara
Our sincere condolences for your great loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Kelly Family - Denny, Joanne, Brett, Bryan, and Stefanie.
Greg Jordanoff
May 28, 2002
Justin-for someone that a long time ago I told to quit but never once quit on me. You will always be my friend, my brother, and a person who always puts a smile on my face. May you rest in peace. We'll miss you...Jordie
Sarah Moen
May 28, 2002
Justin- you will be truly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Thank you for being a great sweetheart to all the Phi's.
Janell Solimanto
May 28, 2002
Justin will be remembered as a friend who cared for others and as a person with a great heart. May his memory live on each of us.
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