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In Memory Of

Justin Eugene Jones

March 27, 1979 – November 27, 2011

Justin Eugene Jones March 27, 1979-November 27, 2011

On Sunday, November 27th, 2011 the Lord called a faithful servant home. Justin had just shot a large bull elk while hunting in his beloved mountains above Jefferson City MT, when his heart stopped beating.

Justin was born to Kermit and Luane Jones in Helena, Montana and grew up in Jefferson City, Montana. His childhood was full of adventure with his four siblings, exploring the mountains, fishing, hunting, swimming, causing havoc and developing into the incredible people they have become. He was an athlete, winning a state wrestling title many times as a child and ending his high school career with a Montana State Championship at 171 in 1998. He had the opportunity to travel to Germany to wrestle and had many great stories of his time there. He loved football as well, but wrestling was his passion.

Justin met the love of his life and soul mate, Jessica, in high school. Jessica and Justin were married in 2002 and together created three amazing children. They planned to show the world that love truly does conquer all. Their time was cut short, but the love they shared will live on forever. Together they traveled whenever possible, laughed until it hurt and made crazy plans. A love like theirs is not commonly found, they were lucky and they knew it. Phone conversations always ended with I love you, including their last. The last words spoken to each other were “I love you.”

Justin was his children’s biggest cheerleader. Watching Grace play basketball, softball and soccer, Braeden wrestle and play football, and Shae, still so young played soccer this last fall. He taught them that participation in life is a requirement, you get nowhere by sitting on the sidelines and to try their absolute best at everything and never give up. They will miss his songs and funny dances he used to wake them up in the mornings. His life lectures and strict rules that always made sense later and his hugs, his hugs, that overwhelmed and comforted beyond words. He was a father that was there for everything, without question one of the best.

Justin only had 32 years here on earth but he LIVED those 32 years to the absolute fullest. He was an avid outdoorsman, his wife joked that he was truly born 100 years too late. Hunting big game as well as birds was an obsession. His hunting partners used to joke that they prayed for darkness so they could go home as Justin would send them on forced marches chasing that dream bull. He was one of the only men that could wear out his German Shorthair and Lab to the point they wanted to go home before he was ready. When he wasn’t hunting, he was fishing, four wheeling, camping, or scouting, with his family in tow learning from the master.

He coached at the East Helena Wrestling Club, where he wrestled as a child. His time spent on the mat teaching his skills will be cherished by many, but most of all, his son. He coached flag football this past fall and looked forward to doing it again.

Justin owned Custom Construction, and built beautiful homes for many people. Zane Wells and Justin worked like a well-oiled machine building homes, condos and remodels. He was a perfectionist and took great pride in what he did earning him respect from all who knew him. He was a teacher at heart and enjoyed sharing his trade and the knowledge he had acquired. He was an incredibly skilled and talented man that could turn anything into a true work of art.

Everyone that met Justin was his friend. If you needed help, he was first in line and last to leave. His smile was contagious and his passion for life infectious. If we can learn anything from this tragic and untimely loss, smile whenever possible, laugh out loud, dance like nobody is watching and love like tomorrow may not come as it is not guaranteed. Hold your loved ones close and tell them every day how much they mean to you.

Justin leaves behind his devoted wife, Jessica (Adelblue) Jones; his three children, Grace (9), Braeden (7) and Shaelynn (4); parents, Kermit and Luane (Shorten) Jones; parents-in-law, David and Betsy (Buckingham) Riley, and Kevin Adelblue; siblings, Jason Jones, Laci (Wes) Dess, Lori Jones, Kim (Bob) Richardson and Josh Adelblue; nieces and nephews, Taylor, Averie, Hannah, Emily, Molly, Jesse, Lane, Morgan, Carson, Aiden, Jayzic and Tavyn; grandparents, Jerry and Donna Adelblue and Jean Buckingham; aunts and uncles, Dave Shorten, Maxine (Jack) Crider, Fran Hardy, Ken (Barb) Adelblue, Patti Buckingham (Greg Hahn) and Harry Buckingham; as well as numerous extended family, cousins and friends that were considered family.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Jesse and Hazel Jones, Duane and Edith Shorten and Richard Buckingham, Uncle, Gary Shorten, Aunt Kathy Bogard and cousin, Casey Shorten.

His wife would like to thank Ted and Julie Kresge, Lance Kresge, Tina and Steve Bartel and David Riley for everything they did on that mountain to try and bring him back.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial account has been set up for Justin’s children at any branch of Valley Bank of Helena. Refer to Justin Jones’ Children Memorial fund.

Visitation hours will begin Friday morning December 2nd with the family receiving friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home, 3750 N. Montana Avenue. Funeral services are scheduled for 11:00 a.m. Saturday, Dec 3rd at First Assembly of God Church, 2210 Dodge Avenue. A reception will then be held in the Gymnasium of the church following the service. A private burial with family and clergy will be at Jefferson City Cemetery.

“To laugh often and much; to win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children; to earn the appreciation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends; to appreciate beauty; to find the best in others; to leave the world a bit better, whether by a healthy child, a garden patch or a redeemed social condition; to know even one life has breathed easier because you lived. This is to have succeeded.” ~Ralph Waldo Emerson

Justin, you have succeeded! Until we meet again, you will live on in our hearts forever. The hearts you touched, the lives you changed and the gifts you gave were priceless. Gone but NEVER forgotten.

Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.aswfuneralhome.com

Service Schedule

Visitation

6 PM to 8 PM

Friday December 2, 2011

Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home

3750 N. Montana Avenue

Helena, MT

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Service Schedule

Visitation

6 PM to 8 PM

Friday December 2, 2011

Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home

3750 N. Montana Avenue

Helena, MT

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  1. Jess & children- Your tribute to Justin was beautiful, & he will live on through you & his children as well as the many lives he touched while here on earth. I realize that words are inadequate at this time, but I hope you will find some comfort in that you & your children are in our thoughts & prayers.

    Adam, Heather, Samantha, Caleb, Patience & Matthew Allen

  2. Jess and family,
    You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Im so sorry for your loss. Justin was an amazing man, husband, father, brother and son. He will be deeply missed by all. May you find comfort in the great memories you have with him. Lots of love for you all!

  3. Justin’s passing was that of the highest honor a Warrior could have, courageous and strong as he always was. May your memory of this Warrior’s life bring you solace for your grief and the strength to “LIVE” on as he did so well.

  4. Jessica and family-
    We are so truly sorry to hear about Justin’s passing. You are all in our thoughts as you get through this difficult time. If you need anything, please let us know.

  5. To all of Justin’s family. We are sorry to hear about Justin. He truly did live life to the fullest. He always greeted you with a smile. He was an amazing man and he will be missed.Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

  6. Kevin, Jesse and Family of Justin Jones. So sorry for the sudden loss of Justin. It is so hard to comprhend sometimes that these things can happen. Just wanted to let you know, as a friend and co-worker of Patty Simko, how saddend we are for your loss.

  7. May Gods grace fall down on you during this time. May his presence fill you with comfort.

    The Hess Family~
    Cliff, Valerie, Amanda Merritt Butts, Megan and Rachel.

  8. Braeden and Gracie,
    I am so sorry for your loss. I wish I could take away your hurt. I know that dad loved you both very very much and that your family meant everything to him. Hugs to you both, to Shae Baby and mom.

  9. You were a great man, father and husband, you will be truely missed and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers through this time and forever.

  10. I am so sorry to hear about Justin’s passing. Jessica, you and your children are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

  11. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of Justin’s family and friends at this difficult time. We are so sorry for your loss. What a great man Justin turned out to be. But I’ll always remember him as ‘BeanBox’ the little redheaded guy fishing in Prickly Pear Crick. He had a smile from ear to ear as he was telling us tall tales of catching fish with his bare hands. May you rest in peace with the Lord now little brother. We love you.
    Don & Tory Wark

  12. My daughter Randi Carter called me to tell me about Justin’s passing. My own husband, Randi’s father, passed in the same way. I am so very sorry for your great loss. Thinking of you and your family at this time. Dorothy Thiede

  13. Jessica, we are very sorry to hear about Justin and are thinking of you and the children. Please let us know if there is anything we can do.
    All of Us at the Duncan Law Office

  14. Sorry to hear about Justin’s passing. I pray that God will be your comfort and help during the days that are ahead.

    I taught Justin in Vacation Bible School at Jefferson City and he attended camp we had a Park Lake. He really did like fishing a whole lot.

    Frank King

  15. I am so sorry for your loss. May “the God of all comfort” (2 Corinthians 1:3,4) comfort and soothe your heart. His promises, found in the Holy Scriptures, can offer much hope. It assures us at John 5:28,29 that our loved ones will be remembered and brought back to life in the resurrection. Please allow God’s Word to strengthen you and help you to endure this most difficult time.

  16. Jess and family, my heart aches for you. Your tribute to Justin is amazing and he will live on through you, his beautiful children, and all the people he touched during is very short time here. Justin is the lucky one now, he is where we all aspire to be, with God continuing his journey ever after! Love you!!!

  17. to his wife and kids he leaves behind, i am so sorry for your loss. i remember Justin always smiling. You will all be in my prayers.

  18. Jessica,
    We are truly sorry to hear about Justin and are thinking of you and the kids. Please let us know if there is anything we can do.

    Kunda’s Family

  19. What a beautifully written story of Justin’s life. You captured him in a sweet, strong way. My thoughts and prayers to your family during this time.

  20. To Justin’s family. We are sooo sorry to hear of your loss. You are a beautiful family and we know Justin loved you all very much. Please know we are thinking of you and praying for you in this time.

  21. Jessica Blue, I was very sorry to hear of your loss, you are in our thoughts and prayers,Judy and Amber

  22. God give you the strength and peace right now. I go to First Assembly and have for many years. It is a fantastic church family and my husband went to be with the Lord almost three years ago. I could not have gotten through it with out God’s grace and my church family. They will be there for you too and love you and your family. May God bless you and may you feel His arms around you through other people.

    Blessings,
    Karen Tyler

  23. Justin was such a wonderful man, he had a smile on his face every time we saw him. A great coach, awesome with the little kids always giving them hugs and advice win or lose. He will be missed terribly.

  24. To all of Justin’s family: I’m so sorry to hear about your loss. Justin was so full of life and his passion was infectious. Our hearts go out to you in your time of sorrow. Please accept my condolences.

  25. Justin will be very missed. Our thought and prayers go out to his family. I will always remember how nice he was to my son Sam. Sam loved Justin and his wrestling help that he gave to my son.
    He will always be remembered by us.
    Mona,Tim and Sam Patera

  26. Out thoughts and prayers go to the family. Fondest memories of Justin ,especially when he was in Grade School. Justin you will be missed but not forgotten.

  27. Jessie, Lori, Laci, and family – I am so sorry for your loss. I remember seeing him at the hospital the day Shaelynn was born – he was so excited and proud to be a dad again. He had the biggest smile on his face. You could just see how much he loved all of you. You are most definitely in my thoughts.

  28. Great pains come from GREAT losses! GREAT losses come from GREAT BLESSINGS! Our hearts go out to all at this mysterious time!

  29. No words can express how very sorry we are for your loss. Jessie, you and your family will be in our prayers during this difficult time.

  30. My thoughts. My prayers. My heart goes out to all family. A great friend will be dearly missed. <3 The Capps

  31. Please accept my sincerest condolences for the tragic loss of your beloved Justin. While I didn’t know him, I know he’s from a good and loving family, and was surrounded by many who loved him. My prayers are with your family for peace and healing. God Bless you all.

  32. Jessica, Grace, Braeden, Shaelynn,

    Words cannot express how deeply saddened we are regarding Justin’s passing away. I pray God will keep you in his hands and grant you peace! Love you all very much.

  33. Jess, my heart is broken at the loss of Justin, he was more then just a special person. He was a wonderful father and what you and Justin shared is almost extinct in this world today. You truly loved one another. I envie that and feel so sad that it ended so soon for you and for him. But you will always be connected to him through this life and then next Jess, stay strong for the kids and when the road gets to hard to travel, you need to just call, you have friends and family that will plow that rough road for you. Love you always, Aunt Meanie Patti

  35. Jessica and family and Luane and Kermit, My heart is heavy for your loss. Steven and I are thinking of you all during this very difficult time.

  37. I feel so fortunate to have met Justin. Please know that my family as well as our wrestling family will be your support system when needed.

  38. Lori, Luane, and Family
    We are so very sorry for your tremendous loss. God be with you all.

  39. Braedon and family,

    We are sorry about the loss of your dad. May many memories comfort you and your family. If there is anything we can do for you please don’t hesitate to ask.

    Your friend Rylee Smith & family from Rossiter school

  40. Such a great loss. Our deepest thoughts and sympathy are with all who know and love Justin. He has left a wonderful legacy. You are in our prayers during this very difficult time and following. Love you very much.

  41. Justin’s smile will forever be remembered. We are so thankful for the beautiful home he built for us. When the house was being built we would come to visit and see him working on our home with his tool belt on, pants sagging, and a grin on his face. We can still hear the clinking of his tool belt as he walked around, and every once in a while a grumble because something wasn’t perfect. He was such a hard worker, and we are so blessed for all he did for our family! He will be missed, but we know that he will live on in spirit. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers and anything we can do please let us know.

  42. Jesse
    We are so sorry to hear about Justin, the tribute in the paper was just a small but wonderful part of who he was, our thoughts and prayers are with you and the kids.
    Brad,Shannon,hark,jace

  45. Jess & Family-

    Justin was an amazing friend to everyone he met. I have so many great memories of him from childhood through highschool. The thing I will remember most (and always be most thankful for) was his ability to always make me smile when I was having a bad day. I could never stay upset for long when he was around. I will miss him! Please don’t hesitate to call for anything you need!

  46. Kim and Bob-

    Our thoughts and prayers to the family of Justin. I remember him from Clancy Elementary when I served hot lunch. Our prayers to his wife and children…

  47. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and you loved ones. We are so sorry for your loss.

    Therese,Greg,AJ and Zayn Phillips

  48. Jason & Family – I am so sorry for your loss. May the Lord Bless You and Keep You Close during this difficult time. You are in our prayers.

    Tina

  49. Jessica- we are so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts, prayers and friendship are with you and your families. Take care.

  50. Jessica, I’m so sorry to hear about Justin. I realize that words are inadequate at a time like this, but I hope it will be of some comfort to you to know that you and your children are in my thoughts and prayers.
    Vicki

  51. To all of Justin’s family, I’m not sure if anyone will see this since it has been more than a year since Justin’s passing. I would still like to offer my personal condolences as well as the thoughts and prayers of my family and I. I only recently found out while signing my boys up for the East Helena Wrestling tournament next weekend. I seen that his name was memorialized with the tournament and searched his name. I coach the Butte Wrestling Club and knew Justin from that. From myself and the Butte Wrestling family, we wish you all of our thoughts, prayers, and condolensces.

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