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Justin SHARP Obituary

Justin M. Sharp

SPRINGFIELD, IL - Justin M. Sharp, 25, passed away Friday, Jan. 31, 2014, in Springfield.

Justin was born Aug. 4, 1988, in Springfield, the son of Mike and Jackie Sharp.

Justin attended Petersburg Elementary School and graduated from Sacred Heart Griffin High School where he played on the soccer team. Justin loved playing soccer and skateboarding. Justin was baptized in the Methodist faith.

He is survived by his parents, Mike and Jackie Sharp of Petersburg; grandmother, Selma Sharp of Petersburg; sister, Jessica (Romeo) Agnew of Manhattan, Kan.; brothers, Curtis (Sophie) Robinson of Huntingdon, England and Chris (Natasha) Sharp of Petersburg; nieces, Neriah Agnew and Heyvynn Henderson; nephews, Leonardo Robinson, Lincoln Sharp and Tristan Brazinski; along with many aunts, uncles and cousins.

There will be a Celebration of Life from 5-7 p.m., Friday, Feb. 7, 2014, at Ellinger-Kunz & Park Funeral Home.

Memorials may be made to the family of Justin M. Sharp c/o Ellinger-Kunz & Park Funeral Home, 530 N. 5th St., Springfield, IL 62702.

Ellinger-Kunz & Park Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of arrangements. Visit our online obituary at www.ellingerkunzfuneralhome.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The State Journal-Register on Feb. 5, 2014.

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Sherri and Scott Leopold

January 31, 2024

Hard to believe its been 10 years! Sending continued prayers for peace and healing. RIH Justin!

Robin Baughman

January 31, 2022

Remembering you Justin, you are truly missed

Jackie Sharp

February 26, 2014

Justin missing you very much.
Mike and I would like to thank all of the people for their prayers. We know God helps us everyday. Thank you to all of your kind words.

Jim and Barb weishaar

February 20, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Jessica Agnew

February 17, 2014

I love you Justin- lil sis

Beth Shaw

February 17, 2014

Such a loss :( my lilman misses u Justin ;(

Jessica Agnew

February 17, 2014

I love you Justin - lil sis ??

Amelia Smith

February 13, 2014

Mike, Jackie & family, I am sorry for the loss of your loved one. I am praying for Justin and all of his family and friends. You don't know me as I am Lillie Riney's sister, Amy, but wanted you to know that I am praying for all of you.

Jennifer Sergent

February 8, 2014

To Justin's family and friends, I am so sorry for your loss. I am grateful to have met Justin. He was an awesome guy, polite and eager to learn. He was a blessing to have in class and was able to reach out and help others too.

Angie Gunter

February 7, 2014

Mike and Jackie, our prayers are with you that God will comfort you as only He can at this time.

Angie Gunter and family

Tyler Buchanan

February 7, 2014

I loved skating with Justin. From back in the day, till we were grown men. He always went hard, it was inspiring to everyone he skated with. He put all of himself into anything he did. The whole crew will never forget Justin.

Ray & Cindy Spellbrink

February 7, 2014

Mike, Jackie and family - so sorry for your loss. May God comfort you now and always.

jenifer willis andfamily

February 7, 2014

mike and jackie we are so sorry for your loss our prayers are with you

Tracy Daily Moore

February 7, 2014

Thinking of you during this difficult time. We are keeping all of you in our prayers.

Suzanne Conklin

February 6, 2014

Jackie, Mike, Curtis and Jessica,
So sorry for your loss. Justin will be missed by many. May God grant you peace . Praying for you.

Laura Bounds

February 6, 2014

Jackie and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I remember Justin from PreK and through out elementary. He was a great young man! He loved sports and had a great heart for others. My heart aches for you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Kim and David Leischner

February 6, 2014

We are sorry for your loss and we will be praying for you all during this time of grieving.

paul terrie brent sperry

February 6, 2014

mike and jackie so sorry to hear about justin. he was a very good kid we always enjoyed having him here at our home when the boys would skateborad! he was always very polite and nice he will be missed!

Jo Ann Lutes

February 6, 2014

Deepest sympathy

Pastor Bob and Susan Shook

February 6, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. So sorry for your loss

Debby, Jeff, Jacob, and Jessica Toft

February 6, 2014

Jackie, Mike and Family, I was so saddened to hear of your loss. I've been praying for your family. You will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.

Jan & Mike Freeman

February 6, 2014

Mike & Jackie, we are so sorry for your loss. Remembering days when our boys played baseball together and how talented Justin was as an athlete.

Jeff Lynn

February 6, 2014

Mike & Jakie,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family in these trying times. Jeff Lynn and Family

Barb Dehm

February 5, 2014

ED n I are thinking of you and your family

Barb Dehm

February 5, 2014

Jackie,Mike and family so sorry to hear of the loss of your son n brother will be thinking of you

Jerry, Jo Ann, and Jordan Fenton

February 5, 2014

We are so sorry to hear about Justin. We will remember the great times when our two boys were enjoying sports at Petersburg. May God grant you comfort and peace. You are in our prayers.

Teresa & Chad Grueter

February 5, 2014

Aunt Jackie & Uncle Mike,
This is so sad, you're in our prayers.

"That darker the night, that brighter the stars,
The deeper the grief, the closer is God! "
-Fyodor Dostoyevsky

Sherri Leopod

February 5, 2014

We are so sorry to hear about Justin. Our hearts are broken. We will never forget the many hours our 2 Justin's spent together from sleepovers to soccer. Maybe God grant you peace. Hugs, Scott and Sherri Leopold

Tom and Anita

February 5, 2014

Jackie and Mike we're so sorry to hear of the loss of Justin you're in our prayers

Jeanann Sundby

February 5, 2014

My thoughts and prayers go out to Justin's family and friends. Many great memories of Justin thru middle school and jr. High. He always had a smile and was a joy to be around!

becky caldwell

February 5, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss.

Chris Rhodes

February 5, 2014

Thoughts and prayers, Had a lot of great memories with Justin in Middle and Jr. High school.

Jim and Connie Bottoms

February 5, 2014

Sorry to hear about Justin, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Amanda Spencer

February 5, 2014

So very sorry for your loss

richard clements

February 5, 2014

THANKS ALWAYS FOR YOU SUPPORTING MY NEPHEW DEVAUGHN AT HIS GAMES, I KNOW CERTAINLY YOU WILL BE LOVED AND MISSED

Gary, Michele, Gary II and Gregory Wilson

February 5, 2014

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

JD & Mary Stewart

February 5, 2014

Mike & Jackie- so sorry for your loss. Will keep you and your family in our prayers. We will always remember Justin stealing a base when he played ball with Jake!

February 5, 2014

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

Monika Riney

February 5, 2014

Dear Jackie and Mike, You were and are a light in the darkness and the answer to many prayers. Your constant love and dedication to Justin, Jessica and Curtis have made a lasting difference in this world. I am so, so sorry for the tragic loss of your son. May you be blessed. I hold you in my heart with the deepest appreciation and love.

Tim and Nellie Sharp

February 5, 2014

Uncle Mike and Aunt Jackie, We are so sorry to hear about Justin. Our love and prayers are with you and the kids.

Chelsea Stubbs

February 5, 2014

Love you bro ur in a better place no that ur always be Dez uncle <3

February 5, 2014

Mike and Jackie,
we are so sorry for your loss.
Teresa and Renee

Janice Davis-McLaughlin

February 5, 2014

Jackie, Mike I was so sorry to hear of Justin's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Praying God covers you with his loving arms.

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