Dear ProZians,

We are devastated by the news that our colleague and staff member Justin has died in a car accident. It was last night. He was only 22.

Justin's extraordinary warmth and enthusiasm could be felt by anyone who came into contact with him. He was brilliant, and was always ready to drop everything to help someone out. Those of us who worked with him every day are blessed to have known such a bright and good spirit, and it is painful to think about what his future might have held. He will be sorely missed.

For those of you who did not know him, a "birthday gift" given by another staff member, Romina, to Justin last week will give you a small sense of the way Justin inspired us: http://www.proz.com/Happybirthdayjustin.ppt

We are going to prepare messages of condolence for Justin's family and friends. If you wish to add a message of remembrance or support, you are invited to do so here.

I just can't believe that Justin will not answer my Skype messages. So many times I have called him "Hola amigo" and he would answer in some broken Spanish. Then I would have a meaningful but always good humored exchange.

A great developer with a huge sense of community, many times I called him to ask for his opinion about issues very far away from programming.

About the age of my eldest son, full of life and enthusiasm, friendly and funny. We worked hard together, we had fun together...

This is sadness beyond description.

Adios, amigo!
Q

I was extremely shocked to read this message. Justin was so young.
I remember he helped me out instantly when I sent a ticket concerning a problem.

My sincerest condolences to his family and his near and dear ones.

regards
Sandhya

"My brotha from anotha motha!"

That's a phrase that I will always remember.

Since the day I met him during my interview to become a ProZ Staff member, I started enjoy his company and his sense of humor.

He was a GREAT PERSON. Someone you could learn from, you could have fun from.

Justin, Im PROUD of what you did in your 22 years, here, around us.

We will miss you.

I never had much opportunity to get to know him, like I know a few other staff members, that were prompt replying and helping. 22 years is damn too young to die. Very bad and I convey my deepest condolescences. Can anyone tell me how this accident happened. Brandis

I'm lost for words.

I first had the chance to meet Justin when I visited ProZ.com a couple of years ago. The memory of that evening is still vivid - a great guy indeed.

Hope his family and friends will find the strength to deal with this immense loss.

Ralf

[Edited at 2007-09-03 19:00]

reading this sad news. Devastating, the least I can say...

A young life lost! It shouldn't be like that! He had a lot to offer...

My sincere condolences.


Clarisa Moraña

[Edited at 2007-09-03 17:37]

Bye man..

Good trip...see ya up there..

This is such a terribly sad news...

My deepest condolences to his family, to all those near to him, and his colleagues at Proz.

Words are inadequate, there is just so much sadness...

Roberta

I can't express how sad I feel at hearing this news. My heart goes out to his family and all his friends.

Even though my only interactions with him were through the support desk, I always sensed I was dealing with a fine and very sincere human being.

I only met Justin a few times by mail and phone and I could only echo Henry's words.

It is really a tragic loss!

Mats

I had never met Justin in person but my contact with him has always been friendly and helpful.

My very sincere condolences go to his family and his colleagues.

He's so young yet, so young that he could be my son. I don't know what to say, such a nice person.


Justin, it's really hard to say goodbye. But know that we will always remember you.

I can't think of anything.
Just my silence.
As a candle lit for Justin.

I never had the opportunity to meet nor talk with Justin. The fact is, leaving at 22 is definitely unfair.
All my condolences and thoughts to his family.

Such a wonderful guy ... Such a terrible loss ... My deepest condolences to his family, friends, colleagues, etc.

Claudia

[Edited at 2007-09-03 16:41]

I'm honored to share my feelings with you all. The content of my present would be more telling if you were aware of the internal jokes we made to each other every day.


I'm so glad I got the chance to tell him how much I cared for him. It's amazing how we grew closer despite the distance. It's hard to find the words to describe what I feel right now.

"Carpe Diem" we both liked this motto and strongly believed in its meaning.

Events like this only remind me of the truth behind those words.

Working with him has been an extraordinary experience and I think he would have never imagined how much I am already missing him.


See you Chlebus!

Me

My sincerest condolences to Justin's family! He was such a nice person who solved many of our problems. A great person and colleague...

I just read the story in the Syracuse Post-Standard.

My heart goes out to Justin's family, and Mark's as well. I hope Mark does not become a second fatality in this tragedy.

We'll miss you, Justin...

Nancy

I am really sorry for what has happened to Justin, I saw him at the Proz Conference. And I guess... being such a great guy, he surely belongs to some other place.
My condolences to his family and fiends.

Magdalena

exceptionally sad news, especially when one was so helpful and so young.

may god rest his soul in peace

roomy

I didn't know him, but I read the words of those who did. My heart goes out to the family and to all his friends. The ProZ family will never fortget you, Justin. Buon viaggio. Shanti.



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Dear Proz.com staff,

I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your colleague and friend.

in communion with you,
Timothy

A car accident, it is so unfair, and you were so young...
I can't really write, and anything I say seems so stupid now, only "Addio Justin"

Gianfranco

... just my condolences to his family and friends in these tragic moments.

What a great loss for us all.
Always ready to help, always kind, polite and friendly in his contributions.

We shall all miss you Justin!

And hard to believe and accept. My heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.


We'll miss you Justin...


Andrea

To young and too good to go like this.

I can't believe that His skype icon will not shine green again.

We've never met in person, but I will remember Him as very friendly, bright and clever person always willing and able to solve various technical problems and exchange a few jokes while at it.

My deepest condolences for His family and friends in Syracuse and all over the world - he had many.


Magda

Death is not the end; it's the beginning of a new journey.

Go well, dear friend...

[Edited at 2007-09-03 16:40]

Justin helped me with my website problems not too long ago. He was friendly, responsive and professional. He was a really nice young man. It is so sad that he left this world so early. 22 years...

To Justin's friends and family: Trust that Justin is with God now. Though we sometimes question God's actions, it is more comforting to believe that He has his reasons. I have my struggles with God too, but at the end of the day, I want to believe that He knows what he is doing.

To all other colleagues: Life is so precious. Stay happy and keep smiling. Recognise the things and people that are precious to you. Don't waste life on bitterness, hatred, jealousy and other bad things.

God bless.

Denyce

This is so sad, so sudden, so unexpected! I'm litterally speechless... My most sincere condoleances and my thoughts are going to his family and friends...

When I heard the news today, I was so shocked I just carried on working. Now, I've finally lit a candle that I will carry with me from room to room for the rest of the day - a bright light has suddenly gone out but we will remember him.

Every time I skyped Justin, I enjoyed his upbeat way of replying. He was always happy to help, nothing ever was too much, no matter how busy he was. I remember telling him I was coming to Syracuse and was looking forward to meeting him in person...

My thoughts are with Justin's family and all those who were fortunate enough to be his friends. With them, I'd like to share the following.

When I lost someone dear a couple of years ago, a friend send me a card with the message "Someone loved is never lost".

I really have no words.

My most sincere condolences to Justin's family, loved ones and the Proz.com team.

Bruna

[Edited at 2007-09-04 12:49]

I didn't know Justin, but I do understand this is very sad for everyone who knew him, especially his family and friends.

Goodbye friend. Goodbye means God be with you
God be with you
up yonder where the Lamb is the Light
so bright
we can't see it here below
maybe we do
feel its glow



I hope God will give Mark speedy recovery, but anyway, all of us will join you someday

[Bijgewerkt op 2007-09-04 16:12]

I met him in Buenos Aires.

What could I tell to the family?

Just hope that time helps you to get over this, somehow.

Love.

Alicia

I also never met him personally, but in the few occasions we were in contact because of a support ticket he was not only helpful, but also very friendly.

His sudden death at such a young age is another reminder of how fragile life is.

Please add my most sincere condolences to his family.

Ivette

[Edited at 2007-09-03 16:47]

My feelings cannot be described with words!

Justin was an incredible guy, full of life, helpful, with an amazing sense of humor!
Always ready to give you a hand, humble, fast as anyone, with the best personality I have ever seen. He was real a friend!

The distance was not a barrier to know and discover the great person he was.

We were planning to meet up there or down there same day...as we used to call the North and the South when chatting on Skype.
Full of dreams and plans for the future...oh jeez! Why?
I will never find the answer but I know I will see you my friend up there and we will finally meet.

I can only say what I always used to tell him:
Later genius!
See ya!

THE POST STANDARD

22-year-old Dies in Clay Crash
Posted by Diana LaMattina September 03, 2007 8:47AM
Categories: Breaking News, City News, Crime & Safety, North Suburbs

A 22-year-old Syracuse man is dead after a one car crash in Clay Sunday night.

Justin Chlebus, of 16-A Ponderosa Dr., was driving home from the New York State Fair at 11:55 p.m. Sunday in his 2006 Mazda. As he was traveling west on Elmcrest Road, he drove through a curve and off the left side of the road. The car slid sideways and struck a tree in front of 4030 Elmcrest Road, according to Onondaga County Sheriff's Office.

Chlebus was taken to St. Joseph's Hospital where he was pronounced dead.

The passenger Mark Lamberton, 22, of 7484 Elmcrest Road, Liverpool, was taken to University Hospital and is listed in serious condition.

Preliminary investigations indicate that speed may have been a factor in the crash, deputies said.

An investigation is ongoing.

http://blog.syracuse.com/news/

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Sad news!! We lost a great friend!

[Edited at 2007-09-03 19:36]

Like some fellows who dropped some lines in Justin's memory I never had the chance to know him nor to speak to him, but the news is sad, sad indeed.
I condole with his family, proz.com's staff and with all the people who knew and loved him.

Had the chance to cross paths with him last year at Proz Conference in BA. I feel sad and at a loss for words...

My deepest sympathies for Justin's family, friends and colleagues.

Karina

and such a tragic loss.

I have no words, but my thoughts and prayers are with his friends and family.

May you be at peace, Justin. We will all miss you.

I'm sorry to hear that. We all miss him.

We had the chance to meet Justin while he was in Buenos Aires. Several PWs, Leticia's concert, a few dinners...

May his young soul find the light and path of eternal happiness.

JL

[Let us all send healing energy to Mark]

"Before coming to Argentina, he was asking about words, even customs of our country. He was concerned about 'doing as the Argentines'. He was just brilliant and a very good guy. Leticia's age... so they went dancing together. I just cannot believe it.
I can still hear your 'powerful voice', Justin. May God hold you tight by his side."

Au

It's always hard to loose somebody like that, when you least expect it.

I didn’t know Justin personally, but in cases like these, I never understand why a young person has to leave us so fast... I only want to send my condolences to his family and despite distance, we are with you.

Fernando

My condolences and prayers for his family and friends.

Mayte

Reading about Justin filled me with so much sadness....
Condolences to his family for the loss. I'm speechless.

In deepest sympathy...

My condolences to Justin's friends and family and all our prayers for Mark.

and am crying...

Uldis

My deepest condolences to his family, friends and colleagues.
Assimina Vavoula
Greece

As two or three already said, when someone so young goes away it's because he just began a new journey.

Mi deepest condolences to ProZ.com's staff, and to the family.

We pray for Mark's health.

Elinor

[Editado a las 2007-09-03 17:08]

I met him but briefly last year. I was impressed by his charm and energy. He was great fun, always helpful and smiling.
I will always remember him like that.
My deepest sympathies for his family and friends
Haydée

I never saw him. Nor talked to him. Nor wrote. Unimpressed upon my mind: he was in such a haste. Warm emotions.

That is indeed horrible news, the loss of such a young life that obviously touched so many people around him. I wish I had known him better. My deepest condolences to his family and friends.

My thoughts are with Mark, hoping to hear that he's out of critical condition anytime now.

Claudia

I dealt with Justin in the past while organising the Regional ProZ.com Conference in Edinburgh with Rebekka. He was always there to help and full of good ideas - a great person and that's how he's going to be remembered.

My thoughts are with his family and friends.

Katharina

My sincere condolences to his family and friends. May he rest in peace.

He was so young...

My deepest condolences to his family and friends.

Federica

My deepest condolences to Justin's family and all at Proz. Having lost a friend at that young age I can imagine how incredibly bad it feels.

Rest in peace Justin
Gianni

I didn't know Justin except for a few tickets, as many others, but his face had become familiar.
The news makes me sad, very sad.

It also makes me mad: he was too young. And too many young people I knew have recently died in car or motorbike accidents. Too many (even though one is more than enough).

There is something very wrong in all this.

May Justin's soul rest in peace and may his family be strong in this very sad moment.

My condolences to his family. You are in my thoughts and in my prayers.

Its the time for the destiny, nothing much we can do. Congratulation Justin, you just passed the stage where in we are still stay, translate and translate, again and again. I hope you could still find us job, may be to translate sky language in my dream hik ... hik .... hik. We'll miss u

Kind and helpful; a nice face to see in the answer to Support Tickets! All my prayers and deepest sympathy for his family and friends.

My sincere and deepest condolences and simpathy to Justin's family, close friend Mark, friends and colleagues. May Mark recover soon!

Justin was always enormously helpful, thoughtful and enthusiastic.

My thoughts are with his and Mark's families and friends.

Amy

[Edited at 2007-09-03 17:40]

We are speechless and very sad.


Our condolences to the family, and also to Proz staff and friends.

Get well soon, Mark.


Andrés & Leticia

Dear all,




Justin will always be in my heart.

I have enjoyed any exchange we had over the time: he was like a sun ray, always ready for a joke and a smile, but efficient, ready to help and simply brilliant.

I am happy I had the chance to meet such a wonderful person in Buenos Aires last year.


I will miss you, dear friend.


Giuliana

I will remember you, Justin, as a warm and kind soul. Even if we met only a couple of times, you made a difference, and I am happy for those memories.
My heart goes out to the family, with prayers for Justin and Mark.
Andrea

I feel sorry for that such a young talented person as Justin has passed away and my sympathy goes to his family and friends.

Let's all of us hold him in memory during our work as translators, interpreters upholding the values of truthfulness and fairness as he and other staff members have done so successfully since ProZ. com's founding.

Ruth

to his family, because the loss of a child is something we all pray to be spared from in our lives.

May his family find the strength to live without him.

My prayers are with him and his family

This is so sad and unfair!
My sincere condolences to his family, friends and Proz collegues.
Monica

That was the way you used to call me: "Mum. This is your adopted son".

Many times you said.... "you look like my Mum".
I am at a loss for words. I had the chance to meet him in Buenos Aires, some Powwos, to be with him at La Plata singing, eating, jumping in the streets all together some of you must remember that incredible night... and also in some meetings.
Always helpful, always ready to find the solution to the problem.

I know you will always be in my heart.
My sincerest condolences to Justin's family and loved ones.

I will never forget you.

Bye, dear son

Ines, your "surrogate Mum".

It is so sad...he helped me so many times and he was very patient...a big loss indeed. Rest in peace.

It's so sad to hear that a young man had to leave this early. I never met him in person but I always enjoyed all the help he gave me with Support Tickets. Now he's gone and I can hardly believe it.

My sincere condolences to Justin's family and all his friends.

Erik

I knew him as a very helpful and friendly person and I don't know what else to say except that this is just plain wrong...

Rest in peace, Justin. I hope all the good thoughts and emotions speak more than the words that are just not enough...

I knew him through Skype, as a team mate, and I can say it was a pleasure-- for his great disposition and the happiness he transmitted. To give you an idea, something that says a lot about him, his greeting through Skype was

Justin says: Hola Amigo!

;-((((

It's a shame Justin passed away so young. My sincere condolences to the bereaved family and friends. My prayers and thoughts also go to Mark.

I never had the chance to meet him, but with only 22 years, I can only think that this is terrible news.

I am sure Justin's energies are with Mark right now and that Justin will remain amongst us.

:(

A deep sadness.

A thought for his family and friends.

My sincere condolences to the staff, his family and all those who knew him.

Hi Ines,

Minutes ago I was telling Henry that it is that night that keeps coming to my mind! Dinner in Modelo, last 10 survivors of a powwow in La Plata, Chilean hot dogs and black beer, and so much fun...

This can't be happening!

Q

My deepest condolence to Justin's family. I have never known him at all, but still, I can imagine how it feels for his family and friends to loose him in such a sudden.

WIth all my heart, I hope Mark will get over the critical time.

- vicksy -

Мy deepest condolences and sympathies to his family.

I actually never had the chance to meet or even talk to him. 22 years young and a life ahead.
I convey my deepest condolescences to families and friends.

Such a terribly wrong and unfair loss.
My deepest sympathies to Justin's family and friends.

Diana

I didn't know Justin, but like everyone who ever submitted a support ticket, I was always struck by the kindess he showed in his replies.
It's so sad when someone so young is suddenly taken from our midst.
My heartfelt sympathy to his family.

I didn't have the chance to meet Justin, but I think that all the nice things I always heard about him since I joined ProZ.com Staff and all the memories expressed in this thread speak by themselves: a big loss at such a young age.

My condolences to his family and friends.

I don't think I ever met Justin, but it's been a shock to hear this awful news.
My deepest condolences to his family and friends.

This just can't be true - a man far too young to pass away...

My thoughts go to his friends and family - may they be strong in these sad moments. Let it be said that I've always enjoyed his good sense of humour in our exchanges on the moderators' lists and forums.

I sincerely hope that Mark will recover, sending him energy this, virtual, way...

Steffen

I convey my deepest condolences to family, friends and Proz.com stuff members.
I never got in touch with him, but it seems he was a great person, and to dye in this young age and in this way is really bitter.

I feel really sorry for such tragedy,

Yaser Suleiman

Speechless. Such a tragedy. My deepest condolences. :-(

I can't believe it!.. I can't express what I feel. What a terrible loss...

That can't be possible.

Tell me it's not true.

It's so sad! So annoying for someone his age AND brightness AND generosity.

I still can't believe such a terrible loss for all ProZians.

My heartfelt condolences to his family.

Claudia

Communicating with Justin was always a pleasure.

My condolences.

A very sad day. Justin loved his work and appreciated the opportunity to serve this great community.

He was proud to be a ProZian - he will be missed.

We will keep his family and his friend, Mark, in our prayers now.

So many details and memories keep coming to mind!

Here one of his favorite songs by one of his favorite bands

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kOZJked957w



"If I go before I'm old
Oh, brother of mine please don't forget me
If I go

Bartender, please
Fill my glass for me
With the wine you gave Jesus
That set him free
After three days in the ground

Oh and if I die
Before my time
Oh sweet sister of mine
Please don't regret me
If I die (...)" (Dave Matthews Band)


Getting even more painful every minute he's not here skyping me :(

Romina

Today is not the same... there's so much pain in our hearts.

All my prayers for Justin's parents, family, friends... and a special one for that young man who is suffering in hospital :(

Soledad

Hi Quique,
You are right, I didn't remember the name of the restaurant but I do remember, you, Justin, Haydée, Justin's American friend, Lamberto and me, hugging all together in a circle and jumping up and down after our Chilean hot dog eating competition! And I do remember indeed Justin's happiness and laughter. It was so contagious. As you say, this can't be happening.
May he rest in peace. Thank you for bringing that event back to our minds again!

Inés

My condolences to all his family and friends.

My sincere condolences to Justin's family and friends.

Romina, thank you for sharing your birthday gift to Justin with us (in Henry's post) and thank you for sharing one of Justin's favorite songs. May you and the others at ProZ.com find comfort with each other...

Antoinette

I knew justin through ProZ.com pages and I don't know when he bacame my relative by his witty, decisive comments on any issue. But now, with the sad news I knew his age. this becomes me stunned. What is to say? God calls them whom He loves very much.Justin is one of them who has gone to God at his young age.

May his soul rest in peace.

I'm without words, we only had dealings via support but he was so pleasant he was more than memorable. Condoelnces to his family and friends.

We will always remember you.

My deepest condolences to Justin's family and friends and to ProZ.com staff.

My heart is with Justin's family. It was a gift to have known Justin, and I will miss him personally.

Endre

I never knew Justin personally. However, for unknown reason, I am deeply touched and feel sad.

So unfair.

My most sincere condolences to the family and friends.

Irene

My sincere condolences to his family, friends and Proz community.

May Justin rest in peace.

I have come into contact with Justin through my support tickets, on the subject of my Proz.com hosting, and he was extremely friendly and helpful. I had the impression that he was a great asset to Proz.com.

I find it extremely tragic that his life was so short.

My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.

Astrid

I am very sorry to hear the sad news and would like to offer my condoleances to his friends and family.
Sincerely,
Eleanor Mitch

This is so sad and my eyes are wet...What a bright and restless young soul has gone...it is is too soon, too quick...The precious life, we can take it for granted, but we also can lose it in a minute just like that.

Justin, have a happy journey to the next world, and always remember your wonderful friends at ProZ.com!

Kevin Yang

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sincerest condolences to Justin's family, Friends and proz team...........
prayers for his friend.

Mariam

I just can't believe it. Thanks for your help - and for everything you've done, I hope you can hear us from "over there". May you rest in peace!

My deepest condolences to the family and friends, and a prayer for the young Mark.

Paola

Jesus, receive Justin into your arms. Cradle him in your love. Bless him and take him to your Father. Comfort the hearts of his parents and bring them peace and consolation. May he live forever with you in heaven...

Odihneşte-te în pace, Justin!

Goodbye Justin, we'll miss you. Rest in peace.

My sincere condolences to the bereaved family and friends. My prayers and thoughts to Mark's recovery.

Lily

If Tears Could Build a Stairway

If tears could build a stairway,
And memories a lane,
I would walk right up to Heaven
And bring you back again.

No farewell words were spoken,
No time to say "Goodbye".
You were gone before I knew it,
And only God knows why.

My heart still aches with sadness,
And secret tears still flow.
What it meant to love & lose you -
No one can ever know.

But now I know you want me
to mourn for you no more;
To remember all the happy times,
life still has much in store.

Since you'll never be forgotten,
I pledge to you today-
A hollowed place within my heart
is where you'll always stay.


When Tomorrow Starts Without Me


When tomorrow starts without me,
and I’m not there to see;
If the sun should rise and find your eyes,
all filled with tears for me;
I wish so much you wouldn’t cry,
the way you did today,
while thinking of the many things,
we didn’t get to say.

I know how much you love me,
as much as I love you,
and each time that you think of me,
I know you’ll miss me too;

But when tomorrow starts without me,
please try to understand,
that an Angel came and called my name,
and took me by the hand,
and said my place was ready,
in heaven far above,
and that I’d have to leave behind,
all those I dearly love.

But as I turned to walk away,
a tear fell from my eye,
for all life, I’d always thought,
I didn’t want to die.

I had so much to live for,
so much yet to do,
It seemed almost impossible,
that I was leaving you.

I thought of all the yesterdays,
the good ones and the bad,
I thought of all the love we shared,
and all the fun we had.

If I could relive yesterday,
just even for awhile,
I’d say goodbye and kiss you
and maybe see you smile.

But then I fully realized,
that this could never be,
for emptiness and memories,
would take the place of me.

And when I though of worldly things,
I might miss come tomorrow,
I thought of you, and when I did,
my heart was filled with sorrow.

But when I walked through heaven’s gates,
I felt so much at home.
When God looked down and smiled at me,
from His great golden throne,
He said, "This is eternity,
and all I’ve promised you".

Today for life on earth is past,
but here it starts anew.
I promise no tomorrow,
but today will always last,
and since each day’s the same day,
there’s no longing for the past.

But you have been so faithful,
so trusting and so true.
Though there were times you did some things,
you knew you shouldn’t do.

But you have been forgiven
and now at last you’re free.
So won’t you take my hand
and share my life with me?

So when tomorrow starts without me,
don’t think we’re far apart,
for every time you think of me,
I’m right here, in your heart.

(D. M. Romano)

Although I did not have any known contact with Justin, I am sure I have benefitted from his contribution to Proz.com. I share the sorrow of his colleagues and relatives about his sudden passing away. So long, dear Justin!

I'm shocked.

I never had the chance to meet him, but I can place myself in his family's, and actually, his own position.

When I was 22, I had a serious car accident. It was only a matter of 10 meters or 1 second that I'm still around. A year later I lost a friend who died in a car accident. Last year I almost lost a child.

No words convey the feelings people feel in times of loss.

cs.

I never know Justin, but I was touched as if he was the member of my own family.
My prayes are about You, Justin!

What awful news. Like many others, I only "knew" Justin through support tickets, but remember him as always pleasant and helpful. He will be missed. I wish his family and friends peace and comfort.

I will keep both Justin and Mark in my prayers.

Just 22 years old; just beginning in life.

How terribly, terribly sad.

My heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.

[Edited at 2007-09-03 22:25]

I didn't know Justin personally, but like many others, we "Skyped". I was very impressed with his willingness to help, his good humor, and all his answers my incessant questions (workdays and weekends). It seems very fitting that he will be missed so much and is loved by so many.

Please accept my most sincere condolences.

I did not know Justin and never had the chance to communicate with him, but the comments that Proz.com staff and colleagues have posted here make it obvious that Justin was truly a good person.

My deepest condolences go out to his family, friends and loved ones, although there are surely no words, in any language that can help to console them at this time. Just remember to hold your memories of him close to your heart.

...to Justin's family and to all of those at ProZ who have been touched by Justin and his life.

Hoping that Mark pulls through...

The last thing I expected. I was hoping to meet him in some near future :(

My condolences to his family and most earnest hopes for Mark's recovery.

I'm simply shocked and so sorry...

Jerzy

What incredibly sad news. Please convey my deepest sympathy to Justin's family and friends.

When I received the news, I felt so shocked I could hardly write just three short lines.
Inbetween, many people have popped up.
Now that the thread has grown so long, the only thing I can think of is the following Spanish saying:
_____________________________________________________

El día que tú naciste, tú llorabas y todos reían.
Vive de manera plena,
para que el día que tú mueras,
todos lloren y tú rías.

= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =

The day you were born, everybody laughed and you cried.
Live in such a way,
that the day you die
everybody will cry and you will laugh.

_____________________________________________________

How we are crying for you, Justin!
Wish you all best up there!
Wish you are laughing in Heaven!

I am shocked like everybody else.

My thoughts go out to the family and friends. So sad...

to his family and friends.

Dikran

I was shocked and saddened to hear the news about Justin's passing away. I sincerely give my condolences to his family and loved ones.

RIP Mate
Norman from Malta

Such an accomplishment for somebody so young!

I never met him, but it seems to me, from what I've read so far, that the words he spoke always touched another.

To all of you who feel his loss, to his family and friends: think how fortunate you were to meet/get to know/love such an extraordinary human being.

May his friend get well soon.

Rosa

[Hi Justin !

I’ve just heard that you passed away last night and I cannot stop reading everybody’s condolences that say pretty much about the person you are ! I say “you ARE” because you will always be in everybody’s heart and as says Rebekka “Someone loved is never lost”! I’m sure that you are already playing the guitar and singing with Dave : just carry on enjoying your time and seizing the day as you also ARE a CARPE DIEM lover! Thanks again for your precious help and ALWAYS willing to help attitude! You are the best! See you there one day! Philippe
]Henry D wrote:

Dear ProZians,

We are devastated by the news that our colleague and staff member Justin has died in car accident. It was last night. He was only 22.

Justin's extraordinary warmth and enthusiasm could be felt by anyone who came into contact with him. He was brilliant, and was always ready to drop everything to help someone out. Those of us who worked with him every day are blessed to have known such a bright and good spirit, and it is painful to think about what his future might have held. He will be sorely missed.

For those of you who did not know him, a "birthday gift" given by another staff member, Romina, to Justin last week will give you a small sense of the way Justin inspired us: http://www.proz.com/Happybirthdayjustin.ppt

We are going to prepare messages of condolence for Justin's family and friends. If you wish to add a message of remembrance or support, you are invited to do so here. [/quote]

Let Justin know how much he'll be missed by all of us.

Let Justin know we will always remember him with a smile.

Let Justin know he's surely assigned to a new great mission,
wherever he might be.

Let Justin know the gratitude we ProZians feel
for his ever so prompt and generous help and advice.

Let Justin's parents know they raised a great guy.

Let Justin know he reminded us how much
we care for one another in this virtual community.

Let Justin know we'll keep on trying to remember it.

Let Justin know this huge and scattered-around-the- world
community is embracing one another in grief.

Let Justin Know...




[Edited at 2007-09-04 01:28]

I didn't get to know Justin but these are really shocking news for all of us.

My very sincere condolences go to his family and friends.

Ximena Aguilar

Dear friends,

I feel a deep consternation because of the news. In the mid of the many ephemeral things of everyday life, this sad news have made my heart point to the things that don't go away, to the things that remain. The importance of living well, with solemnity, back to the essential, every single moment of life. Like Justin.
Because we don't know the day or the time.

I am with his family and with all of you, dear friends of Justin, who have shared so many pleasant moments with him, with all my affection and my prayer.

María José

Justin was always there to help, always friendly and so knowledgeable in his field. I've just seen the news and am really saddened by it.

My heartfelt condolences for his family, friends and colleagues. You will be sorely missed Justin.

I wish to express my deepest heartfelt condolences to Justin's family.
He will be DEEPLY missed.

And so young. I didn't know him, but I was so sorry to hear about Justin. I hope his family can find the comfort they need.

Amy

My sincere and deepest condolences to Justin's family. My heart goes out to you.

R.I.P. Justin

I´m terribly sorry about this huge loss. My condolences to Justin´s family and friends.

Lorena Vicente


Lorena Vicente
Technical, Scientific and Literary Translator - English <> Spanish
Member of ASETRAD - www.asetrad.org
Phone + 54 11 4751 6331
Mobile + 54 9 11 6297 8499
lorenaavicente@fibertel.com.ar
MSN: lorenaavicente
http://www.proz.com/profile/89176
Buenos Aires, Argentina.

No other words to express it's unfair.
May you rest in peace.
Pascie

Even after reading all 10 pages of this thread, I still cannot believe it. OUR Justin? Impossible. No. This is too unfair to be true. It is ...wrong.
I am lost for words and thoughts.

Long-distance death
can only ache
it cannot stab
or cooly terrify
with grotesque silence
and sweet wax.

Long-distance grief
can only grope
it can't prepare
a covered casserole
and slip next door
to help pretend.

Long-distance love
will never squeeze you
tightly through the wires,
but only weep elastic tears
and think that this same moon
caresses your bowed head,
and seeps through
the disturbed earth
that newly links
your life with mine.

It's not fair...My deepest condolences to Justin's family and ProZ.com staff.

Gabriela Nikolova

but I have daughters his age.
My sincerest condolences to his family, and to prozians who knew and worked with him.

I have no words. I pray Justins family will find the force and courage to go on and stand this dreadful tragedy. I knew him by email and will kee them as something very precious now.

:'(( :'(

Fabiana

... although we most work with words!

I can remember the nice smile and the kind person (saw him and you all in Argentina last year)...



There are pain in my heart and sadness in my soul!

Wish all the staff and Justin's family lots of energy and power to face such a terrible news!

I will be thinking of you!

Justin has left a real legacy behind him, in all the work he did on ProZ.com, both in the infrastructure of the Site (I've had the opportunity to appreciate his handiwork up close), and in the many friendships he formed. I count myself among them. Not many 22 year olds could lay claim to his accomplishments!

I do know that I am going to miss his cheery messages letting me know that the problem is all fixed, and will cherish my memories of the couple of times I had the opportunity to get acquainted with him in person.

I never had any direct contact to Justin, but I do remember him very well from his messages to the forums. Such a cute and positive guy with a special touch! And all too young to die...
I just can't believe he's not among us any more. Lots of love and strength to his family, friends and colleagues. And hopefully his friend will survive.

Tina

but j'm truly sad.
My sincere condolences to his family.

Dear Justin Family and also Proz team,

Unfortunately this is a terrible, sad, and heart breaking news.

In Turkish we say "Fire burns the most, where it dropped".
Today fire dopped onto hearts of family of Justin and close friends.
May God increase your strength and have you to remember good memories forever.

Please kindly accept condolences.

To proz team! I know you are heavily hit.
As we all know this well known American adage
"United we stand"
It is one of those days for you to stand united so you can support each one of you and Justin family.






[Edited at 2007-09-03 22:06]

My deepest sympathy to his family, and prayers for his friend Mark. May all these messages offer some small comfort to his family, as they see how respected, appreciated and loved Justin was by so many people around the world.

Paula

I never met him but when Bruna wrote me the news I went to see his profile (http://www.proz.com/pro/100058#).
It says:

About me

; - )

I hope ProZ will keep the page online.

Fiamma

With sadness in my heart, I'm rereading the few Justin's email responses. So young, so talented. Such a sad loss.

Goodbye Justin. You'll be sorely missed.

My heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.

At the same time, I'd like to add my prayers to Mark's recovery.

To both families, I pray for their courage in facing these trials.

-may-

I have no words for the loss of a son, of a friend, of a fellow who was always readily available to help us here.

Justin will live in our hearts.

Justin was a nice guy, who helped me and others so quickly and in such a friendly manner.

My deepest condolences to the site staff and to Justin's family.

Sincerely
Chris

Had a phone call yesterday morning to tell us that a good friend, whom we had seen in apparently good health only a few days previously, had died. We were shocked by this, but he was 80 years old, had had a good life and was able to leave it with dignity. It is so much worse when it happens to someone so young. I only knew Justin through a few replies to service messages, but he was always cheerful and helpful. Deepest sympathy to his family and friends.

My deepest sympathy goes out to Justin's family and friends.

Justin, I hope you've gone on to a better place, though you've clearly left a lot of very sad people behind you.

May God bless your soul, Justin. And Mark, keep strong.

I forgot to mention, I talked to Justin about 2 years ago.
I would like to share this song of hope and peace.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=brRsRTTp1Pw&mode=related&search=
or
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pe5p1BXNCQM&NR=1
Another talent gone too soon.
Peace,
Pascie


[Edited at 2007-09-03 22:34]

It's nice to see all these kind words about Justin. He truly was a brilliant, genuinely nice guy. His jokes and antics will be sorely missed around the office. Rest in peace, my friend.

My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

I think his wondeful joyfulness and smille will make happy angels... I did not know him, but such a young and smiling boy can only be a wonderful person.

My deepest condolences to family, friends and colleagues of Justin. As translators we usually have a way with words, but today it is difficult.

My heart goes out to Justin's family and friends. It's just so sad.
Catherine

My son was born on that same day, in the very same year.
I hope that reading these messages of love, Justin’s parents will feel comforted in knowing that they raised a kind and caring person whose cheerful spirit was treasured by so many.
johanna

My condolences to Justin's family and the Proz.com staff.

I can only imagine the heartbreak ...
My thoughts and prayers are with Justin's family, friends and loved ones.
Linda

My heartfelt condolences to his family and friends!
I never had contact with Justin and I don´t know his friend Mark.
I am stunned and shocked about what happend. Reading about what happend gave me the creeps. Since I have read about it a few hours ago, I am getting flash backs and shakes all over me. Here I am, thinking and having a few drinks on a man who passed away way too early. As something "similar" has happend to me when I was 22 years old ,I know how it feels. When I was 22 years old, me and my best friend did get shot. I made it, he didn´t. I really hope Mark will make it and recover very soon!!! Mark will have a hard time after he´s recoverd and he will need help to not go nuts. Even after having a few drinks too much, maybe, I want you to take this serious and tell Mark that there are persons who are willing to help. So, please be so kind to give him my contact data and all my good wishes. He should not hesitate to get in touch with me if he wants to talk.
And this is to Henry and Justin´s family: Like I said before, I never knew Justin. After reading all the posts, I am sure that Justin was a great guy and a person everybody would like to have as a friend. What do you think about a special day. A day to honor and remember Justin? I bet he would have said: "There are more important persons to name a day after." But I think it´s persons like him and all of us who should be honored and remembered. Everybody is special! So, why shouldn´t we remember him in celebrating a day in his memory at proz.com?!?! Think about it. And please keep me/us informed about Mark.

Nur die Besten sterben jung!

:-( Mike

Dear Colin,

Lamberto and I send you a big big hug.
We are very sad. Can't almost write without weeping.
We will always remember what we lived together with you and Justin.

Inés and Lambert

It has been very sad to read about Justin's tragic accident that has caused such horrible loss now for his family and near and dear ones.

I have just read the powerpoint presentation that was created for him last week just on his 22nd birthday and tried to imagine what a young talent he must have been with much zest for life!

I would like to express my sincere condolences to his family, friends and Proz.com colleagues.

Serena Hiller

[Edited at 2007-09-04 00:12]

[Edited at 2007-09-04 01:58]

I've never known Justin, as our language pair doesn't match. However, an age of 22 is too young. He has so much to offer, to expect, to reach the prime of his career.

My extended thoughts to his family and close friends.

I hope his spirit as a translator lingers on, and he's enjoying paradise.

I learned the sad news this morning in China. Justin has been a great staff member. Although we have never met, I could feel his conscientious work attitude and enthusiasm toward this great community. His passing away is a great loss to ProZ and the translator community here.

I offer my deepest condolences to his family.

A friend from China,
Jianjun

[Edited at 2007-09-04 00:02]

I am just now able to process this tragic loss enough to be able to post. Words cannot ever express the deep sadness we all feel at losing a friend & colleague so suddenly.

My thoughts and prayers are with the Chlebus Family. Justin was a wonderful, bright, passionate person I am glad to have know and worked with on a daily basis.

He will be missed.

Drew MacFadyen

I feel so sorry for what has happened. He was very young and it´s always a blow when young people die.

I offer my condolences to his family, friends and colleagues.

Jimena

Although I did not know Justin personally, I can tell that we have lost a wonderful person and friend.

My heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and ProZ.com staff.

Niraja

I was very devastated to read about Justin's passing. What a shock!

Please accept my sincere condolences. My prayers are with you all.

Lucinda Hollenberg

My last technical support ticket went to him just a few days ago, and I knew he was among those who support this great site. God bless you.

I will remember his programming advice and guidance, horrible jokes, discussions about "good" music, change wars, Bocce board, and much more. The office will be too quiet without him.

Too young.

My best wishes, along with those of my friends and family go out to all who knew him.

Terrible news.

Go n-éirí an bóthar leat.

When I called you with a problem
And I did so quite frequently
you would say “let me have a look real quick”



and you would make it happen in no time
then I would convey my thanks
and you would answer “no problemo”
in your broken Spanish.



And many times we would talk
on some community issue
on what would be good for members
on some feature, on some problem
or just play like kids and have fun
hey, having fur is in our mission statement
having fun is OK



So brother, son, friend, I want to rememer
the funny moments, sandwiches in Subway
Chilean hot dogs and black beer in Modelo
laughing so much that our faces hurt



and then dancing some Indian dance in the sidewalk
Us dancing in the Buenos Aires conference
dancing with Jason, a real gentleman
who fell to our playful spirit...



Such funny moments, dear Justin,
no one will take away from me.

Take care, wherever you are
brother, son, friend...
Q

The first thing I do in the morning is to open my laptop and work on proz.com, I am really moved by this news..although I didn't know him much except for once that he helped me with some issue.


I offer my condolences to his family and friends.

Anuja Trehan

My heartfelt condolences to Justin's family and friends.

Enrique - thank you for sharing those photos. They give a great insight into Justin's sense of fun and laughter, for those of us who never had the chance to meet him in person.

Such a nice smile.
So young, such a tragedy.

Sincerest condolences to all ProZ staff for the loss of their dear colleague.
Love and best wishes to his family and friends at this difficult time.

for you, for your family, for all those who love you, for all those that remember you...

I'm just one more in the list of those you helped, I'm just one more in the list of those who enjoyed meeting you, I'm just one more of those who are so sad because of this tragedy.
I hope your friend Mark will get well.

Claudia

I was shocked when I read the news.... Justin was always kind and helpful and helped me with a few support issues through Proz....

My condolences to his family.

Marisa

"To Allah we belong and to Allah we have to return'

Prayers for serenity to his soul and patience for his family and friends.

(Thanks for nice photos , Enrique)

[Edited at 2007-09-04 15:11]

"And at night you will look up at the stars. Where I live everything is so small that I cannot show you where my star is to be found. It is better, like that. My star will just be one of the stars, for you. And so you will love to watch all the stars in the heavens... they will all be your friends. "

[Edited at 2007-09-04 03:21]

All my prayers to your family, Justin, and to Mark.

I'm sure you'll keep helping people from where you are.

to Justin's family and all his friends who are suffering for this loss. Whom the Gods love dies young, said the ancient Greeks. Whom so many other people loved, will live forever in their heart...

Gilda

My condolences and prayers for his family and friends.

Justin was a charming and sweet person.

There are things that are very difficult to understand and this is one of them.

My deepest condolences to his family and friends.

Graciela

Justin, I thank you for everything you've taught me.
So many things I could never learn in school.
You always had time for my questions and you were so patient with me.

I'll miss the trips to the news stand for sodas, snack food, coffee, and our conversations about how to solve some problem along the way.

I'll be thinking of you...
each time a new server needs a witty name,
each time a system notification comes to my phone (and your's also),
each time I visit the data centers,
each time I'm solving a hosting support ticket,
each time I type 'mysql -uroot -p'
each time I forget one of your zillion funny passwords,
each and every time I walk through the office door.

Not one day will go by that I don't think of you.

I miss you buddy.

Thank you Justin for all your patience with my Control Panel and Hosting. You were so nice, so helpful, so patient, so brilliant.

May the warm memories of your dear Justin soothe you in this difficult time and help you be at peace.

My prayers are with you.

Half of the time when I logged in, I would ask the questions to the staff for a solution. Though I have never met him before online, I truly believe that like all the other ProZ staff, Justin would be a good guy!

Really sorry to hear that....May the God be with him...



[Edited at 2007-09-04 04:51]

to Justin's family and friends.

This came as a shock to me, too.
My sincerest condolences to the Chelbus family. May God give you strength.

A big part of our job is finding the right word... but mankind hasn't find yet an appropriate word to describe how we all feel in a situation like this.

I never meet him, but his face and smile really gave me a good feeling and a sense of peace.

My sincere condolences to his dear ones.

Ileana

Just speechless. Feeling the blow. He was so young, active and helping us.

My condolences to his family and friends.

I had never met Justin in person but he has always been friendly and helpful.

My very sincere condolences go to his family and his colleagues.

like many others, I only knew Justin through this site

and like many others, I was always impressed by his care and kindness

My thoughts to his family and friends.

I posted one query which was said to have been referred to Justin. That was it and have never directly interacted with him but ofcourse, my problem was resolved.
When I saw his name and photo on the home page, I was shocked to learn that he was just 22 and that he died in an accident - a person whose name is still in my mail box.
I express my condolences to his family.

He was very very young. Sorry to hear this bad news. I know ProZians and its community have lost a valuable asset.
May God rest his soul.

I take this opportunity to say my heartful condolences to his family, if he was married for his wife and children and if not, for his parents.

Get courage and be comforted!

Daniel

My sympathy for family, friends and all those who new him!
22 is the age to start your life not to end it...

I didn't know Justin personnaly but I have read some of his posts here and remember "seing him" on proz.

What a loss....I'm speechless.

My sincere condolences to his family.

IT IS SO SHOCKING TO HEAR THE DEADLY NEWS OF SUCH A YOUNG PERSON THIS WAS THE TIME WHEN DREAMS ABOUT LIFE ARE SO PLEASENT,SO SWEET, BUT ALASS !
ONLY PRAYS WILL BE COUNT FOR HIM NOW

My sincerest condolences go out to Justin's family. Life can sometimes be so cruel and indiscriminate. It is a tragic loss for his family, his friends and our community as a whole.

I did not know Justin personally, but I know he was held in high regard by all those that came into contact with him.

Simon

Dear Justin,

During my short presence in the Proz.com community I haven't had the chance to know you personally, but I know that you were and you are a great man.

I would like to express the thoughts and the feelings that go round and round in my head after reading this sad news...

The only thing I want to tell you, Justin, is that I hope to meet you and all the people who love you in another place.

See you there, great man!

Walter

My sincerest condolences to his family and his near and dear ones.
regards,

I did not have the honor of knowing Justin... Sending strength and courage to those he left behind, and remember he is in a good place, waiting for all of you to meet again.
Many Blessings.

I only knew him 'virtually' on the site, but Justin was always there if something needed adjusting in KudoZ or wherever, with an idea for how to solve it.

I feel for his colleagues and family, who will miss him most, and pray that in time his friend Mark will recover.

Keep the good memories alive.

'They shall not grow old, as we who are left grow old.
Age does not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them.'

-- Laurence Binyon wrote those words about young soldiers, but they apply to all young people who die too young.

My thoughts are with you today.

(I didn't see until later that Jack Doughty thought of the same poem too.)

[Edited at 2007-09-04 10:06]

My condolences to his family and friends.

Like so many others, I never met him in person, but I highly appreciated his friendly and helpful responses to my support requests.

Christine

I also did not know Justin. By all accounts he was a gifted, lovable young man of great promise - I can only imagine how devastating his loss must be to those who knew and loved him - I am sorry for your loss.

Farewell, Justin, I hope you are in a better place.

Lina Papadopoulou

So sorry to hear about this loss. My deepest sympathies to Justin's family and his friends. I will say a prayer for him.

Vlad

Although not personally acquainted, I am nonetheless very shocked to read of this.
My sincere condolences to his family and all his friends, and of course all the strength to Mark.

I didn't know him, anyway...reading such bad news filled my eyes with tears...
I'm really sorry for his family and friends, but I do believe he's in a much better place now...
Goodbye Justin!

No words can express the sadness of losing a man from the supporting Proz staff..shocking happening in a car accident, I had a such sad experience in my family, so let all pray for them, the people who were with us and now so young went forever to God. Let all pray for them.
My sincere condoleance to his family and his friends.

Enrique, thank you for posting these pictures. They made me cry, and they made me smile. Because it is not possible to look at such a young and positive face and not share the spirit; and it is not possible to feel even more sorrow thinking that he is no more. But, as we say, you cannot leave together with the departed, you can only cherish their memory and remember them always. I am sure Justin's profile and picture will always be kept in Proz.com. And I was thinking that, perhaps, we can name a regular site event after him, in remembrance. Just a thought.

No one should die at 22! Our thoughts are going to his family and the one of Mark in the hope that at least he can live.
Cristina and family

My sincere condolences to your family...I didn't know you, but I wish you peace and serenity...

Francesca

I have been around here since 1999 and his smiling face had become somehow familiar.

It is so unfair....

My sincere condolences to his family and friends.
May Mark recover soon.

Cosetta

Heartfelt condolences to Justin's family and colleagues. May you rest in peace. Wishing Mark a swift recovery.
Valerie

I hope his friends and family will be comforted in seeing this outpouring of love and affection from around the world. Being able to touch and connect with so many lives is definitely a sign that Justin had a life well lived. We will remember him.

My best wishes to his friend, Mark. I hope he recovers soon.
Natalia

What a devastating news, too young to die, as a mother of a 23 years old young man I can't imagine the pain of his parents,

Rest in peace Justin, "Addio"

Angioletta

[Edited at 2007-09-04 11:06]

This is very sad indeed. Please pass on my condolences and best wishes to Justin's family. God bless.

Even though I didn't know Justin personally, I know however how it feels to lose a beloved in a so tragic and unexpected way. I also last my younger brother in a car accident last May and it really hurts.
Sincere condolences to family, friends and proz.com

My sincere condoleances for the family and friends of Justin!
I pray the Lord may take him in the everlasting felicity and may give consolation for all you. I am with you!

I didn't knew Justin, and I'm sorry I never will. But I'm sad nonetheless...
Nobody should die at 22.
Condolences to all his friends and family.

My condolences to his family and to all of those who knew him, it seems that he was an incredible guy that touched many and still does.

Here is me hoping for his friend Mark's recovery.

Rest in peace, Justin.

It is a really painful news that someone at early age passes away.

I didn't knew Justin personally to but since we all are a group of translators and interpreters then we will miss him.

We're both so sorry to hear about the tragic news. Unfortunately we only had contact with Justin whenever we had problems, but he always went out of his way to sort things out and to sort them out as quickly as he could. I imagine that was typical of him in life. Giving and generous.

Sincere condolences to his family, friends & to Mark and we hope that Mark makes a speedy recovery and manages to deal with everything that's happened as best as anybody can do when these terrible tragedies happen.

You're in our thoughts and prayers.

Mark and Fan

I believe Justin helped me once within one of my support ticket: he was so nice and efficient.
We'll all miss him terribly... Death at 22 is so crual - as a mother, I do understand his family's pain.
Sincere condolences to family, friends and proz.com staff: I'll pray for you and for Justin.

I do hope his friend will recover as soon as possible!

I am very shock for Mr Justin for this breaking news.
All my condolences to his family.God bless his soul.
jacquelin Laborde

My deepest condolences to Justin's family and friends for this unfortunate loss.

This is so sad and so unfair :(

Send my condolences to Justin's family and friends.
Hope Mark get well soon.

My thoughts to his family and friend.
Requiescat in pace Justin

Magellan

Like a tree struck by lightning--splintered, shaken, denuded--
our world is broken by suffering, and we will never be the same again.

A sudden, accidental, unexpected death shatters the world as we know it. It is often a loss that does not make any sense.

Leaving Indelible Imprints
I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death.
They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make.
Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories.
We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love.

Thank you Justin, God Bless your soul and may you rest in peace.

As many of us here, I can't find the words to express how sorry I am. Really too young to die. I hope his family and friends find the strength to keep going and remember him with his amazing friendly smile.
In Sardinian we say: 'May we meet him in Heaven'.

My deepest condolences to all who knew him, and prayers for Mark.

Carla

My condolences to Justin's family and friends. The loss of a young and beautiful man, in the prime of his life, will be hard felt loss in every heart.

Hugh Curtis

I am really sad to hear about the un timely death of Justin.I sincerely express my deepest condolence to his family and the satff members of Proz.
Send my condolences to Justin's family and friends.
I pray and hope his friend will recover as soon as possible!!!

My deepest condolences to Justin's family and friends for their loss.
May he always be remembered by them and by all those who loved him and may he rest in peace.

It is not fair that such a person dies.
I am speechless.
All my deepests condolences to all those who stood close to him: My thoughts are with you.

And I wish Mark recovers soon and well!

I am speechless... very sad news, indeed. I have never got to know Justin personally but he has always been a presence on Proz.com... and now he's gone...
You'll always be with us, Justin, you'll always be a member of this wonderful team!

Rest in peace, dear friend!
My deepest condolences to Justin's family!

My sincere condolences to his family and friends

I didn't know Justin, either, but - commuting between two metropoles - am becoming increasingly worried about the volume of road traffic and selfish motorists who don't stop for anyone. The Pope was right to pontificate recently on this subject - so many lives like Justin's snatched away in the prime of youth.

We will say a prayer and sing a kaddisch.

I have never known Justine but the first thing I saw so obviously having looked at his picture was his kind soul. Only then I read the news... May he rest in peace.

I believe there is a deep meaning in everything although... Indeed, God's plans are impossible to explain or understand at times...

My sincere condolences to his family and friends. I join the prayers that his friend gets well soon.

.

Condolences and prayers for the terrible loss to Justin's family, friends and colleagues. Much too soon gone. May you find some comfort with each other in these difficult days.

Melissa

[Edited at 2007-09-04 10:55]

All my thoughts and sympathy go out to Justin's family and friends.
Like many others, Justin always helped me out promptly, efficiently and in such a friendly manner.
Such an untimely death, and what a gap he'll leave.
Thoughts also go out to Mark
Clair

En lo más profundo de tus ojos cuanta tristeza y alegría se guarda.
Tan fina como la nieve y tan transparente como el hielo.
Como si todo se desvaneciese en un instante.
En toda esta soledad no estás solo.
Aun desde distancia echamos de menos uno al otro.
Lamento no poder consolarte lo suficiente.
Siento dentro de mi corazón se apaga toda mi esperanza, como una rosa marchitada.
Qué sería si no por ese dolor tan profundo que nos une uno al otro.
Conformaríamos con el pensamiento que somos como la creciente y decreciente de la luna y las nubes.
No puedo pedir devolver algo que ya se ha hecho en pedazos.
A sola estoy en el mismo camino de siempre, no preguntes de quién me añoro,
no vayas a lamentar persiguiendo lo que está deshecho.
Es tan real y tan maravilloso, aun todo ha cambiado, no hay nada más valioso que haber amado.

And surely We shall try you with something of fear and hunger, and loss of wealth and lives and crops; but give glad tidings to the steadfast, Who say, when a misfortune striketh them: Lo! we are Allah's and lo! unto Him we are returning.


My heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and ProZ.com staff.


[Edited at 2007-09-04 11:27]

My deepest condolences to his family and friends.
May his spirit be at peace.

O joy that seekest me through pain,
I cannot close my heart to Thee:
I trace the rainbow through the rain,
And feel the promise is not vain
That Morn shall tearless be.

by G Matheson

My deepest condolences to his family and friends.

My most sincere condolences to the family and friends.

David

A couple of support tickets had been enough for me to understand the great person he was.

I'm stunned and speachless.

I can only express my deepest condolences to his family, his friends, all of you at Proz.com headquarters.

My prayers are all for Justin and Mark.

Sara


[Modificato alle 2007-09-04 12:13]

I've just read this terrible news and I really have no words... I've never met nor talked to Justin but I'm sure he was a great person, as most of the people working at Proz. And he was so young, younger than me, more or less the age of my sister... I cannot think of how unfair life is...

I just hope his family and friends feel how close we are to them right now.

I'm just speechless.

Cecilia

This is a shock to many of us who are with proz since first week of implementation. He will be greatly missed.

My deepest condolences to Justin's family and the Proz.com staff.

My deepest condolences to his family and friends in these hard moments.

All my courage to his friend Mark, too. I wish he recovers soon.

Ruth @ MW

He was so young - it really is so unfair.
Justin was obviously well-loved by all those who knew him. My most heartfelt condolences go out to his family, friends and colleagues.
I also wish Mark a speedy recovery.

Thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of Justin. What a terrible thing to happen to such a young, talented person. I will also hope and pray for the Proz staff for strength in the following weeks and months as they try and regroup without the help and knowledge of their friend and collegue.

Deepest sympathies,

Janet Stein

condolences to his family, to his mother, father , brothers and sisters and to all his friends. May God forgive you for your sins.

It's so very sad news! I've never met nor talked to Justin but I'm sure he was a great and talented person. So young to leave... too young to die!!!

From the bottom of my heart, my most sincere condolences to the family and friends of Justin. Below a poem by Cecilia Meirelles, written in my native language:

"Não te aflijas com a pétala que voa:
também é ser, deixar de ser assim.

Eu deixo aroma até nos meus espinhos
ao longe, o vento vai falando de mim.
E por perder-me é que vão me lembrando,
por desfolhar-me é que não tenho fim".

I am a mother... and I imagine the pain in Justin's mom's heart... This is unbearable...

With my deepest sympathies,

Cybeles Lehner

I would like to send my deepest thoughts and condolences to Justin's family and to the persons who knew him. I'm sure he was a great person and it's the most important thing to remember.

Kevin Bacquet

allthough I did not know him it is always sad to know the world lost someone so youngand (as I could read about him) so full of life and ideas for it.
He was a phylosopher certainly

good by justin,

To all his family, friends and Proz staff,

These are such terrible news. Please accept my most sincere condolences.

God bless you all.

and just wanted to add my voice to the condolences. I've had almost twice as much time as Justin already and hope that his friend Mark will pull through in body and mind.

my condolences to his family and friends

Cristina

All my thoughts to Justin's family.

May he rest in peace.

Anna

My deepest and sincere condolences to his family, friends and Proz staff.

It's a very bad and sad new.

Fabienne

I cried.

Goodbye, Justin, rest in peace.

My deepest condolences to his family, friends and collegues.

My thought go also to Mark.

Dear Justin,

It's at times like these that I'm at a (total) loss for words.
You went the same way my father went, and too soon, far too soon.

Thanks for your support all these years.

Fare thee well,

Evert

I didn't get to know him but I'm very sorry to hear these shocking news.

My most sincere condolences to his family, close friends and to Proz staff.

Hope all these supporting messages mays comfort you in the very painful days to come.

I would like to offer my condolences to Justin's family and friends and all those at ProZ.com who worked with him.

There are no proper words for something like this. I pray for you all - may the Lord be with you and give you all you need to get through this.

I also pray for Mark's recovery. Wish I could do more.

Margreet Logmans

Very sad news indeed, so much to offer and to give. Difficult to understand and to accept the death of a human being at this age.

All my condolences to his family and friends.

Nathalie Reis (from London)

Sincere condolences to Justin's family and friends. It's such a tragedy to have someone die at that young age. Godspeed, Justin!

Justin at the base of Mount Rainier, just south of Seattle. We were there for the ATA conference. Moments later I threw a snowball at him.




The snow got really deep the further we got up the mountain (actually it didn't...he's kneeling).








On top of the Space Needle.




This one just reminds me of how we always kept busy at the ProZ.com conferences.


If anyone has any more pictures of Justin from conferences or powwows, please feel free to post them.

This is shocking news to all of us who got to know him either personally or through support tickets. My deepest sympathy to Justin's family and friends.

It's never a good time to leave, but 22... :-(

Please accept my sincere condolences to his family, friends, loved ones, ProZ staff...

And all my thoughts to Mark.

Idoia

My sincere sympathy to all of you and to his family.

My deepest sympathy to his family and friends

Sincerest condolences to Justin's family and best wishes to Mark for a swift recovery.

Giles

To Justin's family, colleagues and friends, really.
May your strength help you and Mark.

Sincere thoughts from France.

My sincerest and deepest condolences to Justin's family, friends, ProZian colleagues and us all. My wishes of speedy and full recovery to Mark.

My deepest sympathy to Justin's family and friends. I hope that you will find the strength to cope with this tragic loss.

Susanne

Life can be beautiful yet so dramatically cruel. It's unfair to leave so young.
All my sincere condoleances and thoughts to his family and friends, and my best wishes and prayers for Mark.

[Modifié le 2007-09-04 15:21]

[Modifié le 2007-09-04 15:47]

My sincere condolences to his family and friends.
May his spirit be at peace.

Kathy

I never had the chance to have a personal contact with him, but it is interesting that I was attracted to his cherubic and lovely face the first time I saw him somewhere in ProZ.com. When I was reading through these countless posts, I realized that I was right. He was really a nice man.

My sincere and most heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and site staff.

Of course I didn't know Justin, as I joined Proz.com only recently and I live in Italy.
But I know but too well how his family and loved ones must feel now, since I lost my 24-year old brother two years ago, in an even worst context than a car accident.

Yes, life can be very cruel, even to people who do not deserve it.

Best condolences, and wishes to go on and cope with this loss, from someone who knows what it means.

Its so nice to see everyones compassion and care. I considered Justin my best buddy and even lived with him for a while. If it wasn't for him, I wouldn't be where I am at today with my career and the things I know about how to be professional in the business world. I always used to tell him he was a genius, because I had never met someone who was just so smart with everything he did. He could pick up anything very quickly. But Justin was such a good friend, like a brother to me. And that deserves the greatest reward of them all, which he is receiving now. Im sure justin is somewhere great, playing some dave on his guitar and writing some good code. Will miss you my friend, you were like my brother and I will never forget you.
- love Josh (or as justin called me, late-rodamus, because i was continually late to hang out with him)

that younger driver so often undervalue how important speed is especially in curves. Especially if it has such consequences.

I had only once contact to Justin, when he solved my support request very fast, friendly, and competent. Anyway I wish him the best wherever he is now.

The family I wish the strength to find back to a life worth-living without Justin soon. I'm sure that he wants that, too.

And I keep my fingers crossed for his friend Mark.

If only this letter of condolence could accelerate the process of emotional healing...

Moreover, we pray Mark will recover...

.... but my sadness and prayers.

Ciao Justin!

I'm terribly sorry to hear this, my own son is about his age. Please recieve my sincere condolences, and hoping those nearest to him may endure this difficult moment.

Justin, special people like you go back Home earlier.

May God embrace you back Home.
And trust me, He will take good care of you. Trust Him.

My sincere condolences to his family, friends and Proz staff.

Walkíria de Sousa, from Brazil.

P.S. today I can not imagine my professional life without Proz team support. Missing one of you make us sad, but show how united we are, no matter where we are, spread all over the world. I feel really at home here with you guys.

Thank you so much, and know you are all in my prayers every day.

Mark, get well soon!

I did not know Justin, but I know what it means to loose someone so young.
My deepest, heartfelt sympathy to his family, friends, colleagues and everybody who knew him.

Someone who was so appreciated by so many different people will never disapear completely...

My prayers will go to his friend too.


So long Justin,

Anne-Marie Dewachter

We are sorry to hear that a member of our community has passed away under these circumstances. Our sincere condolences to his family, friends and coworkers.

respectfully submitted

Adios amigo
Sebastian Lantos LLC

to his family and friends.

Grażyna

[Bearbeitet am 2007-09-04 17:10]

I didn't know this pic existed! I'm so glad it found its way to me.



Thanks for letting me have my pic with Justin and Pat.

My name is Said, I am 20 years old freelance translator and student member from Uzbekistan. I am so sorry for Justin, who was just was just two years older than me. Though I can't say I knew him, I really sympathize to his family and give my condolessences to all who used to know him. May God accept Justin's sole in Paradise. Amen.

Said Mahmudov.

sorry for Justin.
Wishing strength to his family and friends and quick recovery to his friend.

I was a bit shocked because he was so young, though I never met him at all.

Hope you have finished your mission on this earth.
May you be well guided.

so just know Justin and all of you are on our thoughts... So long...

I was terribly shocked to hear this news. I had a few exchanges with Justin in the past and he always was a very supportive and kind person. I feel really sad about this and would like to pass on my condolences to all his family, friends and the overall ProZ.com community.

Rubén

Back from a long holiday weekend away, mine was really a sad awakening today when I read about Justin. I just could not believe it.

He was the one to solve any glitch, and always with a cheerful disposition.

My heartfelt condolences to all of you who had the privilege of working with him and, to his family, may the grace of Our Lord help you through this difficult time.

May he rest in peace.

God always take lovely one early. May he live in heaven forever...Please accept my heartfelt condolences.

My sincere condolences to Justin's family and beloved ones.
My best wishes to Mark for a good recovery, without forgetting his family and friends.


Muriel

My thoughts go out to Justin's family and friends. And I sincerely hope that Mark hangs in there and comes back to his own.

to Justin's family, friends and colleagues. It is never fair when a life with a bright future is cut short so quickly and unexpectedly. I hope that those of you who were close to Justin somehow manage to find the strength to live through this extremely difficult time and find some comfort in happy memories.

I also hope that his friend Mark pulls through.

My heartfelt sympathy for his family and extended family in this hard time.

We'll all eventually get to talk to Jerome up there.

Sad news! My deepest condolences to Justin's family and friends.

I never met Justin in person. But I always felt as I had.

We only exchanged emails, but he was always so friendly and helpful.

He made jokes, I replied with another joke.....he always made me laugh, always in such a good humour....

I am so sad and sorry too....

From so many messages posted, I know how much he meant to all of us. His absense will be felt by us as well.

I will hold his family in my thoughts and prayers.

Rie

I am shocked to hear the news of premature death of Justin, who was very known face to all prozians. I pray for the departed soul of Justin and express deep sympathy to the bereaved family members of Justin.

to his family and loved ones. They will not be the only ones missing him!

From so many messages posted, I know how much he meant to all of us. His absence will be felt by us as well.
as a community we will all miss him
Mohammad


[Edited at 2007-09-04 18:48]

I am so very sorry to hear about Justin.

He will be missed by many, many people who he came in contact with. But to understand the pain of a parent losing a child so soon is way beyond any other feeling imaginable.

Dear Parents,
May you receive the strength to endure and to keep Justin close as if he were still here.

I also hope Mark will recover quickly.

Bernhard Sulzer

[quote]Henry D wrote:

Dear ProZians,

We are devastated by the news that our colleague and staff member Justin has died in car accident. It was last night. He was only 22.

Justin's extraordinary warmth and enthusiasm could be felt by anyone who came into contact with him. He was brilliant, and was always ready to drop everything to help someone out. Those of us who worked with him every day are blessed to have known such a bright and good spirit, and it is painful to think about what his future might have held. He will be sorely missed.

May he rest in peace.
So sorry.

My thoughts are with Justin and with his family and friends, and also with his friend Mark. I pray that Mark will recover soon.

Ulrike

I really believe in this say, even if I know, it doesn't help much...

Giusi

I didn't know him and reading the members' comments about him makes me even sadder that he's no longer with us. I thought I saw his picture today as a featured member but I'm not sure, and seeing it again for such terrible news made me feel weird. I hope Mark makes it and that he can recover soon.

My thoughts are with your families and dear ones. I'm really sorry for your loss.

Thanks Justin for all you did for ProZ and us ProZians.

Stefano

I am really sorry , for Justin.
He was great , kind and really helpful.
He has helped me in my inquiries many times.
I send my condolence for his family and friends and wish consolation for them

Such a lovely human being....
My heartfelt condolences to Justin's family and loved ones.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Proz will never be the same without him :(

Mi más sincero pésame por la pérdida a la familia y amigos.


Fernando

La verdad es que no sabría expresar la pena que se siente en momentos así, no le conocí, pero he conocido ese dolor de muy cerca, en dos oportunidades, y por eso quiero hacer llegar a su familia y amigos un abrazo fraternal en estos momentos.

Zaida

My deepest sympathy and condolences to Justin's family and friends. I am so sorry, I have no words...

May you rest in peace, Justin

What sad news, I didn't know Justin, but my heart goes out to his family and friends.

My sincere condolences to Justin's family and friends.

Cristina

I did not know Justin but reading all what I read, he must have been a real good guy.

My sincere condolences to Justin's family and friends.

I have just entered our site... I cannot express in words... I am speechless just my mind going backwards in time... last year, Buenos Aires and Justin with us laughing and making jokes. Need support and there was Justin on the spot. Lovely and dearest boy. I have a boy his age. My sympathy and my prayers for his soul and his family. Very sad news for all of us.

My thoughts and prayers go out to Justin's family and friends. He will be sadly missed in our "Prozy" family.

I would also like to extend my thoughts and prayers to Mark, his family and friends and wish him a stable recovery.

Lyrics of an old BeeGees song comes to mind:

"It's only words, words is all I have, to take your ache away".

Warm regards,
Elisabeth

I only had the privilege of meeting Justin a few times but heard much about him from his co-workers Andrew and Colin. He was always described by them as a prodigy and a genius as well as a very nice, easy to work with guy. They had a lot of fun working together and just based on the amount of sentences I've heard from both of them that start with "Justin did" or Justin said" or "I have to ask Justin," I know how much they'll miss him both as a co-worker and a friend.

To his family and friends, I am so very sorry for your loss. Even in my brief encounters with him, he always stood out in my mind as a good soul. Though I know no words will heal your hearts, may you find some comfort in the many messages for Justin from around the world. In just 22 years of life he touched more people than many do in much longer lifetimes. My heart goes out to all of you.

Ariana Arsenault

to hear the bad news. My prayers to his family and friends.

I have not had the chance to get to know Justin, but please accept my most sincere condolences on the loss of your beloved son.

Franco

A special prayer for his friend who's still struggling with death

My thoughts and prayers go out to Justin's family and friends. He will be sadly missed in our "Prozy" family.

I would also like to extend my thoughts and prayers to Mark, his family and friends and wish him a stable recovery.


Ahmad Saadah

I am so sorry to hear...

It's with deep grief that I send my condolence to the family of our member of the proz net work.
May his soul rest in peace!
We lost you and we are missing a bravo man.
All I can ask God is to console your family.
Trastec

Please recieve my sincere condolences. I hope his family and friends may endure this difficult moment. I also extend a prayer for Mark.

Hi Everyone,

We have created a permanent page to commemorate Justin. It is located here: http://www.proz.com/justin

May God Bless your soul, Justin, and Reward you with utmost eternal bliss. Prayers and condolences to Justin's family.

"But ah! thou soul at peace; Return unto thy Lord, content in His good pleasure; Enter thou among My bondmen; Enter thou My Garden!" [089:-27-30]

Prayers and thoughts go to Mark for a quick recovery!

Please receive a virtual hug full of empathy and love

Rocío

I would like to also extend my condolences to Justin’s family, friends and relatives.

I've known Justin since we were in our teens...middle school...10th grade Biology...and by senior year we were really close friends. Some of my favorite memories growing up have been with him. He really is a special soul and it's been touching to read how he's influenced other people's lives. I still can't believe it myself, and I was looking forward to seeing him and Mark now that I'm done with living at the University.
From what I know, Mark is sedated to help him heal more quickly and not feel so much of the pain.
I remember also, how happy he was when he got the job with this company, and when he IMmed me from Argentina and sent me one of the pictures (and finally admitted to me how awesome soccer/futbol is!) He really treasured his time with you all, despite its brevity.

I'd like t join proz.com family with my condolences.

Sincerely

Patricia

Thank you for sharing your comments and feelings with us. Thank you for letting us know some of Justin's thoughts about our country. Your words touched me deeply. I love Justin very very much! Yes, I love him. He was such a special kid.
I still think this can't be happening.

Inés

My sincere condolences to Justin's family, friends and colleagues. He will be deeply missed by all of us who related directly or indirectly with him.

His life was too brief, but his thread clearly shows he left an imprint in many, many people. I´m sure he is now in a land of light and love.

I want also to send Mark my best wishes for a quick and lasting recovery.

David

Indeed, I have never met Justin in person. He is in Argentina, and I am in Indonesia. Nevertheless, he has helped me solve my problems responsively. He is really helpful, friendly, and attentive.
I am really surprised to learn that you have passed away.
May God place you in paradise and give your family strength and toughness in facing this sorrow.
My prayers also go to Mark for his immediate recovery.

I will always miss you, Justin.

My sincerest condolences Justin's family, relatives, and friends.


Hipyan

[Edited at 2007-09-05 13:52]

I had not had an opportunity to meet him in person, nevertheless he had helped me out in many occasions.
My condolences to his family and friends.

Tsogt Gombosuren

Thanks j3s, and just to prove your point:



We were happy to have Justin here. In some of our chats he used to say that he would enjoy spending some time working in La Plata with us.

The pain we feel today today is part of yesterday's joy.

Q

It's so sad - he had so much living ahead of him. But the birthday message showed how much he had achieved in life. He will be missed.

Laura

I don't know what to say... Sad notice, so young boy...
I didn't know him, but I want to give my sincere condolences to the family.

I want also to send a special prayer for his friend...

My deepest condolences to Justin's family and friends.
Many of us Prozians never met Justin in person, but those of us who had the chance to interact -at least by email- with him can tell he was a special person, willing to help others. This is so sad, so terrible...
I hope Justin's friend recovers soon.

My condolences to Justin's family and friends.

I have been putting off posting because I thought that after some time, I'd know just what to say. Of course, I still don't have the right words.

It is just so hard to accept the fact that I won't see Justin's welcoming face in the office, hear his boisterous voice and know that within 1 minute of talking with him, he'll make me smile. He always had a way of doing that.....by just being himself he brought happiness to those around him. Even now; looking at old Skype messages, reading other's memories and just by looking at his pictures...I can't help but smile through the tears.

Justin, so many times I missed the opportunity to tell you how much I respected you and enjoyed knowing you. You will not be forgotten......and in memories you will continue to bring smiles to the faces of those that were blessed to have known you.

My deepest condolences to Justin's family and friends.

-Cathy

why why why... racer-x! justin man... you will be greatly missed!! hack the planet! now another realm of the universe awaits you... god speed. much respect. Lan Preaks/Glass Networks of Syracuse, NY USA.

Oh my, what a tragedy. I'm so sorry to hear about this, Henry.
My condolences to his friends and family and my wishes to Mark for strong and swift healing.
Nanette (athena22)

[Edited at 2007-09-05 03:15]

I never have had a chance to contact him until I got this sad news. I have spent a lot of time to read all about him in here. Yes, A GREAT PERSON INDEED!

I firmly believe God will bless him, forgive all his sins he might have had and and wil soon bring him to his promised land of love and light.

Please, his family and his near ones, accept my deepest sympathy and condolences.

Words canont heal the pain of losing someone so dear!
It is not easy to experience what your're going through. But I'm sure that you will see one day your way through and the love of others will always walk beside you. As you begin that journey, know that you go with every wish that could possibly be wished... traveling by your side. Know that, in the grand scheme of thinds, we live in a world where rainy days eventually give way to sunnier skies, and where simply believing in tomorrow takes you halfway up the mountain to getting beyond any sorry you may have now.

I wish you the companionship of comfort on every path you take, and I wish you the gentleness of peace. I wish you serenity and strengt and every single thing... that will put your heart at ease. And remember... Justin will always be with you, no matter where you are or wherever you will be.
Memories keep those we love, close to us forever...

With heartfelt sympathy,

Elisabetta Pedersini
ASP Translation Inc.

I had never had any contact with Justin and did not know him before the Proz posting. But I was shocked to hear the news and read all the messages. He was so young!

But still, I must say he has fulfilled his life. Some people die unknown but his death seems to give grief to people (like me) who did not know him before. I wish I die like him.

Have a great journey Justin!

Deepest condolence to his family and friends.

Much, MUCH too young. I never knew Justin, I've been with ProZ for barely 2 days or so, but I had someone die in my arms, so I know firsthand what his family might be feeling. I know they don't know me, but I hope that if they read this, they know that I'm with them in a deeper way than they can imagine (though this might not matter too much to them, since they don't know me, of course). What I'd love to know is what happened to the person who didn't pay attention and ended up killing him (sorry, these things always get me angry).

All good wishes to Mark; I hope he gets better and that he can learn to live also without his friend. I welcome, of course, any letters that either Justin's family or Mark might want to exchange.
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
UPDATE: I've just received word that there might not have been another car involved, so I apologize for jumping to that conclusion. Living in one of the busiest cities in California, where 99.999999% of all accidents are caused by some uncareful person, I guess I see it happening the same way everywhere. Either way, I'm sad for Justin's family. It's just not fair that a life is cut short so soon.

[Edited at 2007-09-05 05:26]

A very nice person, passed away like a shooting star...

My deepest condolences and sympathies to his family and friends.

I also express my condolences and prayers for his family and friends. I hope God receives him well.

I remember coming across his face pic on his profile a number of times, and just wondered what news is announced today only to be shocked by finding that he has passed away in such a terrible accident.

It's a great loss of such a young soul. So sorry for Justin. I have never talked to him, but I might have some time while being a ProZ member. Now that it could never be, how much I miss occasions......

I share all condolencese sent from all other members here, some of which giving me tears in eyes, and sincerely offer my own to his families and friends.

May you rest in peace in heaven, Justin.
心よりご冥福を御祈りします。

And best wishes to Mark for his earliest recovery.

[Edited at 2007-09-05 07:50]

My husband and I send my condolences to Justin's family and friends. We wept with you when we read about Justin's death.

Gayle

My condolences to his family, friends and colleagues.

My most sincere condolences to Justin's family, his friends and ProZ staff.

My sincerest condolences to Justin's family, relatives and friends.

--Patrick

My condolences to Justin's family, friends and colleagues. Thank you, Justin, for prompt replies to support tickets...


Almir

I send my sincere condolences to his family and friends.
I am sorry for your loss.

Emanuela

I was shocked at reading about Justin's death.
I didn't know him but I'm sure he was a great person and certainly didn't deserve to die at such a young age.

My condolences to his family and friends and to all the Proz.com staff.

My prayers go to Mark. May he recover soon and completely.

Valentina



[Edited at 2007-09-05 09:12]

[Edited at 2007-09-05 09:13]

My sincere condolences to Justin's family, friends and colleagues. All my best thoughts to Mark.

My condolences to his family and friends and to all the Proz.com staff, and best wishes to Mark for his recovery.
Céline

Though i am a new member here...a life is a life after all....may his soul rest in peace...

I am deeply shocked with this, young life , young man has gone! I have two sons of his age and this make me more shocked.
My deepest condolence to family and friends.

Though I didn´t know Justin, I drop by Proz by chance today and I was very shocked.

I want to express my deepest condolences to his family and friends and a fast recovery to his friend, Mark.

What a tragedy! My heartfelt condolences to Justin's family, colleagues and friends.

Jason W-L.