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Justin Shellhammer Obituary

Shellhammer, Justin D.Justin D. Shellhammer, 32, of East Allen Twp., passed away on Thursday, July 2, 2015. Born on January 7, 1983, in Reading, PA, he was the loving son of Leonard A. Shellhammer, of Lehighton and Lois J. (Salabsky) Kruppa, of Saylorsburg. Justin and his wife, the former Tricia D. Gasper, observed their 6th wedding anniversary in May. Justin was a 2001 graduate of Northampton High School and a 2011 graduate of Albright College. He worked as a Probation Officer for Lehigh County. Justin proudly served in the U.S. Air Force. Currently, he served in the Pennsylvania Air National Guard in the 201st Red Horse Squadron at the Horsham Air Guard Station, achieving the rank of Technical Sergeant. During his service in the Pennsylvania Air National Guard he was deployed in Afghanistan. Justin was an active member of Christ Church, U.C.C., Bath. He was a former member of the Band of Brothers Club at Northampton Community College and he was a volunteer for the Crime Victims Council in Allentown. Justin was a loving father and husband who will be greatly missed. Survivors: in addition to his loving wife Tricia D., he is survived by his beloved sons Kyle D. and Joshua R. Shellhammer at home; parents Leonard A. Shellhammer and his wife Lorraine of Lehighton and Lois J. Kruppa and her husband Daniel of Saylorsburg; brother Jesse A. Shellhammer and his wife Stephanie of Lehighton; maternal grandmother Margaret Salabsky of Saylorsburg; in-laws George and Patricia Gasper of Bath; and many other family and friends. Services: will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, July 9, 2015 in Christ Church, U.C.C. 109 S. Chestnut St. Bath, PA. Family and friends may call, Wednesday evening, from 6 - 8:30 p.m. and again Thursday, from 10 - 11 a.m., in the church. Interment with military honors will be at Green Mount Cemetery, Bath. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Bartholomew Funeral Home, Bath. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Tricia Shellhammer family in c/o the Bartholomew Funeral Home 243 S. Walnut St. Bath, PA 18014.

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Published by Morning Call on Jul. 5, 2015.

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Michele Godshall

July 13, 2015

My heartfelt condolences sent out to Justin's family, friends and loved ones. I did not know him well but was blessed to know him for a short time. R.I.P Justin

July 13, 2015

My Patty & I are heartsick for you, all the family of Justin. My son Jerry was stationed with Shellhammer in Altus OK. in the Airforce & was part of their inner circle of awesome brothers & sister's. We visited 3 different times over those years and polite, respectful & soft spoken is to understate Justin. "Oh"-always one of our favorites. Your family is & will be in our prayers. Sam & Patty Saliba Albany, NY.

Lou Evans

July 11, 2015

We were in the waiting room where my son was to meet his PO (Justin) for the first time. My deepest condolences to his family.

Cheryl & Alfred Denoncort

July 10, 2015

It has taken me days to find words to write...and yet I cannot. My heart is so sad for everyone. Justin was such a kind hearted, loving, wonderful person and I was honored to know him.
Our prayers for you all during this very difficult time. Love Cheryl & Alfred Denoncourt, Strafford NH

Sue Bain

July 10, 2015

He found his peace

Ralph Fusaro

July 9, 2015

R.I.P. Justin. You are a good friend, person, fellow soldier. God bless you and your family. God speed.

Ed Bentler

July 9, 2015

Justin has become a trusted friend to me the past 8 or 9 years I have been with him in the guard. We had some fun times in Florida and some "not so fun" times during our deployment. I did have to get used to him at first because I have never met anyone so polite and even though he was 3 years younger than me he was five years more mature than. He would do anything I asked with a smile and a sense of humor and I hope that he and his family understand I would do anything I could for them. He is already missed and my thoughts and prayers go out to him and his family. Stay strong and stick together.

GySgt Alex Beynen

July 9, 2015

Rest in peace warrior...I'll tell the Marines to get you a drink...
NCC Band of Brothers

BATH, PA

July 9, 2015

R.I.P.

Stephanie Karl

July 8, 2015

I didn't know Justin as well as I wish I had. He is my cousin and I remember a sweet little boy. I remember him smiling every time I saw him and the joy and enthusiasm with which he responded to my mother's birthday invitation. My sympathies are with you Tricia and your boys. Also with Jesse, Stephanie, Allen and Lorraine, and Lois. May God carry you through your time of grief and grant you peace.

To the HORSE...

Dave Kellner

July 8, 2015

I want to pass my thoughts and prayers along to the family of Justin. I remember meeting Justin his first days in our civil engineer squadron. Enthusiastic, full of energy, kind and ready to take on the world and do whatever it took to get the job done at the age of 22. I was fortunate to have made his aquaintance and watch him develop those first years of his military career. His military family will never forget and will always be there if need arises. Rest in peace Justin...you were good!! To the HORSE...

Chris Drust Fanelli Home Improvements

July 8, 2015

Al and family I am so sorry for your loss you are all in my prayers

Betsy Williams

July 7, 2015

Justin was so patient & helpful with answering all my questions when I started at Progressive, I will always be grateful for his kindness. My heart goes out to his family on his loss.

Jen Kocher

July 7, 2015

Lois and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.

Sherry Beidelman

July 7, 2015

Justin was my client's Po. I had the pleasure of meeting Justin, such a tragedy. My deepest sympathy to the family. Go in Peace Justin.
God Rest your soul.

patricia murphy

July 7, 2015

so, so, sorry for your loss

Lois Wilson

July 6, 2015

Lois and Family,
May God bless you and your family at this time of sorrow. May all of the love and wonderful memories carry you through this time in your lives.

Diane Saeger

July 6, 2015

All around great guy. Thanks for your help and understanding Justin. Rest in peace.

Kim Nemes

July 6, 2015

May God grant peace to Justin and surround your family with faith, love and support. So very sorry for your loss.

July 6, 2015

I couldn't have survived active duty without you, friend.

Melinda Fenstermaker

July 6, 2015

I went to high school with Justin. So sorry to hear about this. To Jesse, Steph, Tricia, and the rest of the family may God provide you comfort at this time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Tim Vander Duim

July 6, 2015

Very sorry to hear about your son. My deepest condolences and prayers to his family.

July 5, 2015

Dear Tricia... we're so sorry to hear of Justin's passing... may God offer you and the boys and all of his family peace and comfort... Justin was a great guy and an asset to us at Valley Doors - a co-worker and a friend... and, as with all service men and women, I was grateful for his sacrifice for our country... God is holding him close... our prayers are with you all.
Nicole and Chris Dyer

Donna Pearl

July 5, 2015

I knew Justin to be an intelligent, kind, funny, chivalrous, and all around great guy. I'm very sorry and saddened to hear of his passing . I am just stunned by this tragedy. God bless his soul and those he has left behind.

Bob Long

July 5, 2015

Lois, Jesse and the Shellhammer family. I am so sorry for your loss. May Justin Rest In Peace.

Joanne Casey

July 5, 2015

My deepest condolences and prayers to his family. I didn't know Justin, I know his mother. She was always so proud of her boys. Heartbroken for their loss.

Jill

July 5, 2015

Jesse & family,
Praying for you all, at this hard time in your life.

Heather Bauer

July 5, 2015

What a tragic end to a young persons life. I worked with him and he will be missed. My thoughts and prayers may not ease the pain but hopefully they will give some solace to the family in knowing others are out there praying for them. Live each day like it's your last. Enjoy family and friends and keep it simple.

Jerry Weed

July 5, 2015

Rest In Peace my friend. I enjoyed working with you in the NCC Band Of Brothers club.

Myrta Colon

July 5, 2015

May our Lord bless and comfort you and your family during this time of grief. Please accept my sincere condolences.

Heidi

July 5, 2015

I'm so sorry to hear of Justin's passing. He was a great guy my heart goes out to Tricia and family and Lois and family. He will be missed.

Debbie Lerch

July 5, 2015

Al my thoughts and prays go out to you and your family. I know it doesn't seem like it will ever get better. But believe me when I say it gets easier and you remember all the happy times you had together.

The !Kresge@yahoo family

July 5, 2015

So sorry to hear about your loss ,what a shock I didn't know him but I know his mom .Lois loved him very much .Our condolences to the family. May he RIP

Deb Larison

July 5, 2015

I'd never met Justin, only knew of him because he was my son and daughter-in-law's PO. From what they said, he was a kind, caring and fair man. My most sincere condolences to the family. You will remain in my thoughts and prayers.

Jessica Gostony

July 5, 2015

Justin was like a brother to me. So many memories made and experiences shared! I'll never forget all the laughs we've had together. Our trip in Missouri for Jake's birth will always be one of my favorite times!!!! He was just such a wonderful guy who will never be forgotten! My heart just aches. My thoughts and prayers go out to Tricia, Kyle and Josh. May they always know what a wonderful man their Daddy was! And to Jesse and the rest of Justin's family, my time bring comfort to you all!

TRIAD / MC

David J Bhaltazhar Esq

July 5, 2015

Farewell

Kaleena

July 5, 2015

So very sorry to hear about Justin, I went to school with him. My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this very difficult time. God bless.

July 5, 2015

May the strength of your family and friends carry you through this difficult time. My prayers to all of you to find peace.

Jessica Fogel / Vazquez

July 5, 2015

I'm so sad and shocked about the news. Justin was such a nice guy. I went to school with him. Prayers go out to his family and friends

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