Memories of Juston

Friends and family share memories of juston

Juston was so creative! He wanted to be a performer- he made a music CD, now my boys always request uncle Juston's CD when we drive in the car. He always laughed so loud, he kept things interesting at all times. He had a big heart and welcomed people from all walks of life. He is terribly missed. Had I known the last time I would see him would have been the last time, I would have hugged him so tight.

~ Juston's sister, Jen aka he would call her Genesis

My son was a very gifted person. I miss his laughter more than anything, and his vivaciousness and lust for life. He was my best friend, and the best son you could ask for.

~ Juston's mom, Barbara

Juston Root was my brother. I loved him. He was an amazingly gifted storyteller who could tease out the most hilarious, the most humbling and the most humanizing truths that bind together any human interaction however small. The consequence of his loss is immeasurable to all of us who are as he was- ever learning how to love and be loved. Juston Root is my brother. I love him.

~ Juston's brother, Ian

I cannot sum up nor represent his life in a worded capsule...

His life was multifaceted and full. There were very wonderful times and there were very difficult times. This though, I can say: Through it all he held a fierce love for his family, for his friends, for the world and beyond. Our last words to each other were, "I love you"

This love will never die.

~ Juston's dad, Evan

He saw the best in me and brought out a youthful excitement that only came out in me when we were together. He has taken that part of me with him.

~ Za

His laugh is contagious and his presence filled a room.

~ Sarah

I loved his inherently good nature that was inclusive of not just the Earth, but the entire cosmos. I will always miss the light of his great heart and far reaching mind.

~ Rob

I miss his support. His strength, his ability to make me laugh, I miss him showing up on a unscheduled day & having fun. I will miss Justin every single winter because every year for the past 4 years we have planned a ski trip together. I will think of him every year when I go skiing.

~ Josh

I miss his off-beat sense of humor and love of words. He would weigh a word, turning it over, examining it. I miss talking to him; his conversation was thoughtful with some far-out surprises and fantasies.

~ Aunt Linda

I have many stories...My first day of school (3rd grade), you were late, sat down across from me, and asked if I wanted to be your friend..? We stayed friends until you left us. Don't worry I will check up on your mom! Love & miss you!

~ Al

Style for days. Always looking fresh. I miss my dear friend. Rice ball camp forever. Love you brother.

~ Mark

Having known him since youth, what I miss most about Just in my graying years is his laugh; which I can still recall clearly and will hold with me forever.

~ Jacob