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Justin Holman Obituary
HOLMAN JUSTIN C. HOLMAN (Age 19) On November 9, 2008, Justin Carl Holman. Son of Lisa Bass and Kwasi Holman. Brother of Camille and Monifa; grandson of Mariella Holman. Also survived by two aunts; two uncles; a host of relatives and friends. A visitation will take place on Friday, November 14, 2008 from 5 to 7 p.m. at St. Augustine's Episcopal Church, 600 M St. SW, Washington, DC. A funeral service will be held at the church on Saturday at 10 a.m. Interment will take place at Cedar Hill Cemetery, 4111 Pennsylvania Ave., Suitland, MD, immediately following the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, Washington D.C. Chapter or the Student Conservation Association.
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Memories and Condolences
for Justin Holman
Charlene Dukes
December 4, 2008
Kwasi and Family,
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy and condolences on your loss. May God Bless and keep you all.
Praying for you,
Charlene Dukes, Prince George's Community College
Natasha Robinson
December 2, 2008
Dear Camille,Mrs. Lisa and Mr. Kwasi,
The love that Justin and I share will never go away. Being with Justin since Feb 17, 2007 was the best thing that happened to me. He brought joy, happiness, laughter, and excitement to my life. I will never forget him. I want to thank you for taking me in as your own family, I really appreciate it. Feel free to call on my if you need anything. Love Always and Forever,
Natasha Robinson
Mary Branscome
November 29, 2008
Dear Lisa:
I'm so sorry for your loss.
With sympathy,
Theresa Branscome
Anonymous Person
November 26, 2008
DONT KNOW U BUT R.I.P and May your family have comfort over their loss...of a loved 1
Tanya Bethel
November 24, 2008
Kwasi:
My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. May God grant you peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Richard Griffin
November 23, 2008
Kwasi and family,
My sincerest condolences at the loss of your son Justin. My family and I will hold you and yours close with thoughts and prayers. I had truly looked forward to camping with you and Justin in the spring here in Frederick.
Kareese Robinson
November 19, 2008
Hi my name is Kareese Robinson and I remember Justin well.He was quiet but very nice.I remember us speaking to each other whenever I saw him him the hallway passing by.To the family,I am very sorry for your loss.
KARA CARPENTER
November 18, 2008
THIS IS KARA CARPENTER AND I WAS IN THE 9TH GRADE WHEN JUSTIN GRADUATED. I REMEMBERED THE TIME WE HAD A PARTY AND HE WANTED TO DANCE AND I TOLD HIM THAT I DID NOT KNOW WHAT I WAS DOING. I REMEMBER HIM TELLING ME HE WOULD TEACH ME AND TAKING MY HAND AND STARTED TO DANCE. I REMEMBER HIM DOING MANY SWEET THINGS AND HELPING OTHERS. ALL OF US AT CHAVEZ LOVED JUSTIN AND ON BEHALF OF CHAVEZ AND MY BEST FRIENDS MARIAH HARROD, STEPHANIE PIERRE, ANGEL RUCKER,BRENDA BROWN, AND JUSTIN NEW, WE WILL NEVER FORGET HIM AND OUR HEARTS ARE WITH JUSTIN'S FAMILY AND THAT HE RESTS IN PEACE. HE TOUCHED A LOT OF PEOPLE'S HEARTS, ESPECIALLY MINE, AND WILL NEVER EVER BE FORGOTTEN!!!!!
ARIANA FAUNTEROY
November 18, 2008
HE WAS A GREAT PERSON AND ONE OF THE SHINING STARS OF COLLEGE BOUND. R.I.P. AND CONDOLANCES TO THE FAMILY.
Andrew Touchette
November 17, 2008
To the Holman Family:
Justin was a genuine pleasure to work with. His quiet leadership and good nature were attributes that all of us would do better to follow. He was taken from us far too quickly, but the world is a better place because we got to know him.
Sincerely,
Andrew Touchette
Garrett Phelan
November 16, 2008
Dear Holman Family,
My deepest sympathy goes out to you at the loss of Justin. During this time of loss, we also celebrate Justin’s short life. He spent his high school years with us in the Chavez High School and we remember him with much love and respect. We were privileged to have him as an important member of our school community.
I remember him vividly as the lead vocal of the school band performing Bob Marley’s “Buffalo Soldiers.” to rousing applause. He was full of energy and happiness sharing song with us. One of his former teachers sent the following to me:
“You must be grieving and leading the Chavez community in honoring the life of a good man--courageous, giving, independent, experimental, kind. My thoughts are with you, Justin's friends and family, and the Chavez Schools during this difficult time.”
Indeed, we are grieving over the loss of a good man.
Thank you for sharing Justin with us. He will be deeply missed.
Garrett Phelan, Principal
Cesar Chavez Public Charter High School for Public Policy
Mason Ingram
November 15, 2008
Dear Holman/Bass Families:
I just received the sad news of your loss. As a teacher, Justin was one of those students who made me excited to come to work. He was funny, inquisitive, perceptive, and, most importantly, always kind to his fellow students (and teachers). He was truly a talented, good hearted young man who will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Joan Thornell
November 15, 2008
To the Holman/Bass Families:
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with your family. Just learned of Justin's passing today or I would have come personally to express my sympathy.
florence and charles tate
November 15, 2008
kwasi , lisa, mariella and kwame: we are tremendously saddened to learn of your beloved's death.
may God comfort and strengthen you in every way.
may justin's soul rest in peace.
Lucille Knowles
November 15, 2008
Kwasi, Lisa, Mrs. Holman and Kwame,
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Gloria Simmons-Epps
November 15, 2008
Lisa, Please take comfort in knowing that others truly care and understand the sorrow you must be feeling.
Sabrina Vaughn
November 15, 2008
We just heard the sad news from my son Ryan who knew Justin in elementary school. May the good lord bless each of you in this time of sorrow and keep his arms wrapped around you. We offer our deepest condelences to you all.
The Vaughn Family
Penone Fowler
November 14, 2008
I GIVE MY CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF JUSTIN HOLMAN. HE'S DEFINITELY WOULD BE MISSED. HE WAS A GOOD FRIEND TO LAUGH AND CHILL WITH. AND VERY VERSATILE IN EVERYTHING HE PUTS HIS MIND TO, FAR AS ART,MUSIC AND MORE. AGAIN ALL YOU GUYS HAVE MY CONDOLENCES. AND JUSTIN I LOVE YOU MAN...
Grizelda Mejia
November 14, 2008
My heart goes out to his family and loved ones
Tim Thomas (Cheryl, Lauren & Lesley)
November 14, 2008
Words cannot capture or convey the sadness we feel upon learning the news of Justin's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May you somehow find comfort in knowing the Lord has found a place for Justin and in the strength of your committed faith in Him.
Karen Campbell
November 14, 2008
Lisa, Kwasi, and Camille: I can never imagine how deep the hole in your hearts must be. But I promise you this. We serve a really big God, and somehow He'll restore your peace and help find purpose in this awful pain. I am grateful for the beautiful memory of Justin picking Lisa and I up from the airport in August as we returned from the NABJ Convention in Chicago. He was so kind to take me home. There was much joy and hope that day, as he warmly smiled at my amazement at how he'd grown into such a handsome young man. I teased about the hair on his face and all the hair on his head! He laughed at how we old folks always are surprised that kids grow up. He took me to my destination in the car he was very proud of, carried my bags into the house, and gave me a loving hug goodbye. He agreed with me, when I told him he'd been raised right. Lisa, you know we share our kids, all born very close to one another. I too grieve his loss, but more than that, I celebrate his life and all his living has yet to contribute to ours. God bless you all during this very difficult time. I wish you Peace, and I'll be there after the "fried chicken stops coming to the back door." KC
A Friend
November 14, 2008
Eternal rest grant unto him and let perpetual light shine upon him, may he rest in peace, amen. May his soul and all the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace, amen.
The joy of Justin's memory will last far longer than the pain and sorrow now felt at his passing.
dorinda white
November 14, 2008
Lisa,
I am so sorry for the loss of your son, Justin. I know that you are devastated. I offer you my sincerest condolences on your loss and I hope and pray that you will find solace in the fact that you still have a wonderful family to surround you. My prayers and blessings to you and yours!
Laurette Davis (WHUR)
November 14, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Terry and Dontue' Peoples & Family
November 14, 2008
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Jo-Ann Webber-Conwill
November 14, 2008
I pray that God will give your family the peace you need to get through this difficult time. My continued prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Jo-Ann Webber-Conwill
&
Spivey Conwill
Chip Glasgow
November 14, 2008
Kwasi:
I was so saddened to hear about the loss of your son. I hope that God will be near to you and your family during this difficult time.
spivey conwill
November 14, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Christina Thomas
November 14, 2008
Dear Ms. Bass and Camille;
I am so sorry to hear about Justin. I was his Public Policy teacher in 9th grade at Chavez and I remember him vividly. He was a very intelligent young man who always kept me on my toes and the class lively. He will be greatly missed. My deepest sympathy.
EDGE Commercial, LLC Robert E. Pugh
November 14, 2008
We are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts go out to you and your family.
Anita Stewart
November 14, 2008
Lisa,
Dunbar and I are so saddened by your loss and want to offer you our wishes of comfort during this very difficult time. May Our Lord and Savior hold you and keep you strengthened and refreshed during this season.
Juanda Mixon
November 14, 2008
Dear Kwasi,
I send my condolences to you and your family. I met Justin only once, when he was around ten years old. I recall his shy smile and beautiful eyes. I will pray that God comforts you and your family during this time.
MTM Builder/ Developer, Inc.
November 14, 2008
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
MTM Builder/Developer, Inc.
(Dean F. Morehouse & Staff)
Harriet B. Cowan (Thomas) '75
November 14, 2008
Bass,
My heart goes out to you and your family for your loss. Please accept my deepest condolences and heartfelt prayers.
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