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Josephine Justis Obituary

JUSTIS Josephine "Jo" Justis, 68, of Mechanicsville and Colonial Beach died Thursday, August 3, 2006, in Richmond. She was the widow of Preston L. Justis and a librarian for Central Rappahannock Regional Library for 30 years, a member of Colonial Beach Baptist Church and a U.S. Army veteran. In addition, she was a member of the G.W.R.R.A. Chapter U in Mechanicsville and a former member and president of the Colonial Beach PTA. She is survived by two daughters, JoAnn Justis of Montross and Jennifer Bell of Colorado Springs, Colo.; three brothers, John F. Ludwig of Wilmington, Del., Frank B. Ludwig of Lexington Park, Md., and Rege Ludwig of Palm Desert, Calif.; three sisters, Frankie Reynolds of Perryville, Ariz., Joan A. Stadelman-Walker of Wilmington, Del., Connie Taylor of Parksley; one stepson, Dana Justis of Kentucky; one stepdaughter, Teresa Parks of Parksley; five grandchildren and her fiance, Fred T. Mears of the home. A funeral will be held Wednesday, August 9, at 11:30 a.m. at Colonial Beach Baptist Church, Colonial Beach, with the Rev. Johnny Almond officiating. Interment will be in Quantico National Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, August 8, at Nash & Slaw Funeral Home, Colonial Beach. Memorial donations may be made to Friends of the Library, 20 Washington Ave., Colonial Beach, Va. 22443.
Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Aug. 5, 2006.

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Jennifer Bell

August 14, 2006

Mom- I know that you never knew just how many people that you have touched in your life. It doesn't seem fair that you are gone but God had a reason for bringing you back home to him. I will forever miss you and now that I have lost you I have lost a piece of me. I cannot believe that I have now lost you and Dad both but again God had his reasons. I will do my best to be a great Mom to your grandchildren that I can be. God sure gave me the best gift by allowing me to be your daughter.

I miss you Mom more than any words can ever express.

Tony and Tracy Boone

August 8, 2006

We will miss Jo very much, although we have not known her for very long, she was a very special person to us, we will miss the hugs that she always gave from her heart

Diane and Rick Richardson

August 8, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with Fred, Sr, her family and friends. Her smile and caring for everyone she knew will be missed by us all. She was a special, special person.

Roger & Chris Craver

August 8, 2006

Jo was a special person. Roger told me so many times about the great people in Chapter U. He enjoys the rides and the people very much. I was hesitant about about attending meetings and my first was a Christmas Party. I was impressed with the friendly people and Jo made me feel so welcome at all functions. We will miss her special smile and HUGS. Our thoughts and prayers are with Fred and her family at this difficult time. We hope GOD enjoys having her in heaven as much as her friends enjoyed her during her time on earth.

MARY ANNE BARNES

August 8, 2006

FRED SR. & FAMILY OF JO,

OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY DURING THIS UNEXPECTED LOSS OF SUCH A GOOD PERSON. JO WAS A GOOD NEIGHBOR TO US AND ALWAYS HAD A SMILE ON HER FACE. SHE WAS A VERY CARING AND GIVING LADY. SHE ALWAYS TOOK UP DONATIONS FOR THE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION AND SHE WOULD BRING LITTLE GIFTS TO OUR DAUGHTER,MEGAN. WE LOVED TO SEE JO & FRED RIDING ON THEIR BICYCLES AND MOTORCYCLE. JO WILL BE WATCHING OVER YOU FRED AND WOULD WANT YOU TO TAKE GOOD CARE OF YOURSELF AND STAY ACTIVE! WE'RE RIGHT ACROSS THE STREET IF YOU NEED ANYTHING!

LOVE,

MARY ANNE,TOM,& MEGAN BARNES

Ron and Ginnie Caudell

August 8, 2006

Here on a sleepless night I think of you, Jo, Jean and Don. We called ourselves sisters and if I could have handpicked one, it would have been you. We have shared many thoughts, good and bad, and I just hope I can retain the positive outlook you always had. Ron and I loved you and will continue to cherish your memory and our many great times together.

Our deepest sympathy to Fred, Joanne, Jennifer and their families.

Ric, Amy, Kaylin & Kassie

August 7, 2006

Aunt Jo we will miss you so much. You are in our hearts and memories always. We love you.

Anita Raines

August 7, 2006

Dear Jo,

I know that we have sent the best angel to Heaven. We will miss you and we love you so much. The last 12 years of our lives has been filled with beautiful memories of you. I know we will see you again.

John & Anita Raines

Mike Locke

August 7, 2006

Jo is in Heaven with Don and Jean, watching over the rest of us. I will think of them every time I ride and will be comforted in the knowledge that we have our own guardian angels.

Charles Holloway

August 6, 2006

Last year I attended my first Chapter U club meeting. Upon entering the door, Jo walked up to me and introduced herself. I offered my hand to shake, but she said we give each other a hug when we see friends here and proceeded to give me a hug.I felt right then she was a special kind of person and I was right. JO, you will be missed.

Forrest Alley Jr

August 6, 2006

Jo we will miss you very much, all our love and prayers.



Forrest, Debra, & Jacob

Lynda and Michael Locke

August 6, 2006

We loved Jo so much and will miss her terribly. It is so seldom that we meet, much less come to know and love someone as loving and sweet as Jo. Our thoughts, prayers and love go out to Fred and the Mears and Justice families.

Fred T. Mears Jr.

August 6, 2006

Jo was a second mother to me, she knew & and loved me like her own all my life. I can't count the number of times she took care of me & my family. She will be missed and in our hearts always.

Mike Mitchell

August 6, 2006

Jo was one of a kind and will be missed dearly. Thoughts and prayers to Fred and all the family.

Julian and Barb Cook

August 6, 2006

Jo was Chapter U's ray of sunshine and we will miss her smile and her thoughtful, caring ways. We feel very lucky to have known her. Our hearts go out to Fred and Jo's families during this difficult time.

Arnie Roberts, Teresa Elder

August 6, 2006

Although we haven't had much opportunity in the last couple of years to spend much time with Jo, we remember her as a very sweet, friendly gal. May she rest in peace.

Chris & Kathy Hooper

August 5, 2006

Jo was a friend to everyone she met. She will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with Fred, Sr. and her family and friends.

Dave & Norma Miller

August 5, 2006

We will miss Jo tremendously. She was a great friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with Fred Sr. and all of the family and friends of Jo.

Dale & Erin Rehberger

August 5, 2006

We will miss Jo dearly. Our thoughts go out to Fred Sr and all of Jo's family.

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