Justin Steven Wigham

Ok I got one,

 Justin invited me to come to San Diego for a week end, He had got some Tickets to go to the Giants and San Diego Baseball game. It was just after 911. When I got there he wanted to go to Costco because he wanted me to BBQ some Tri Tip for his Room Mates. We Did, And I thought that I would Buy a little extra so they would have some food when I left. We got to his appartment and I met The S.D.S.U. Boys. What a great group of Guys. So I started to cook the Tri Tips and about thirty minites later he said, " Dad I think we need to cook all of the Tri Tips ". So I thought that he would just Freeze the left overs so he would not have to cook them later. Well I cooked them all and when I was done cooking them I brought them into his appartment. When I came in the door there were about 75 people in that appartment Maybe more. I asked Justin where did all these people come from? He said, Dad they are the other kids that lived at the appartment, they saw you  cooking dinner so thay came over and wanted a home cooked Meal!! I could not belive all of the Kids. We made a big Salid and had some French Bread and we had a Great Meal. There was nothing left when we all finsihed. I think Justin was Very proud to have a Dad that would do that for all of his friends. And I loved every minite of it. I got to meet most of the people that lived in that appartment complex and all of them were a great buch of Kids. I will never forget those 3 days that I was able to spend with him and his friends, Tru, Matt, Jeff, Marcus, David, Scott, I know I have forgot some of your names but I wont ever those three days that I had the Pleasure of spending with you and Justin. You Guys are the Best!!!   Love ya "Big Wig"

  The memories of Justin are endless... one day Justin and I were hanging out at the house. We noticed that my dog had something in his mouth, turned out it was a baby jack rabbit that barely had it's eyes open. I told Justin we could not keep it but he insisted that he would take care of it. Well the little rabbit would not eat unless you put milk on your skin. So Justin gets the bright idea of feeding this rabit out of his belly button, and sure enough the rabbit slurped it right down! it was so funny. that rabbit went everywhere with him. back and forth from chico. he would just let it loose in the apartment. I know that little rabbit is probably following him around right now in heaven. 

  Justin and I went to a kenny Chesney concert where Gretchen wilson was also singing. half way through her performance Justin sat down and started crying. I looked over and asked "babe why are you crying?" and he replied " I can't believe she knows this song!" turns out it was a Led Zeppelin song, and Justin is crazy about Led zepplein. He sat there and cried through the whole song.

  Justin was extremely sweet, one year for Valentines Justin picked me up for dinner and blind folded me. he took me to the house where he had candles and rose peddles everywhere, and had a little CD player with Tim Mcgraw's "your my bestfriend" song playing. Then he asked me to dance. How could I honestly not fall in love with him! Another year for valentines I woke up and there was tons of baloons floating everywhere. every baloon had a little piece of paper tied to it giving different reasons why he was in love with me. He was so amazing!

Wow, how do i share a lifetime of memories?  Justin and I had the same sense of humor and we laughed so hard at times.  Like the time he tried lighting his farts on fire at Bucks Lake, all the movie lines..."How's your burger?....I like you, but you're crazy....Fat guy in a little coat...", the time he came to the pharmacy dressed like Andre Agassi from the 80's!!  That was probably the best mullet w/a headband I've ever seen!  We saw him strutting up w/a tennis racquet and I actually said, "look at this ya-hoo"!  I didn't even recognize him til he took off the shades... the funniest part was when he left Costco, he remained in character and strutted right outta there...and the list is endless.  We mostly cracked up at Matt because he didn't have a clue what we were laughing about.  He loved hanging with the family, golfing with the uncles, playing with the cousins.  He used to burn cd's for me like Nora Jones, Jack Johnson, etc.  He'd lable them "Mom's sleeping pills" because sometimes I had trouble sleeping and I didn't take sleeping pills.  The good times are countless and I miss him so much it hurts.  I can't help but smile writing this note.  I loved him so much and I'm not sure how to go on, but I know God is faithful.  love mom

My memories of Justin go back to the begining and they are very vivid in my mind. There is not just one, but about a millon times that i have shared with my cousin that i will never forget. Mostly though i will remember that fact that he and I always had a good time no matter what we did. There have been a few times where we would laugh so hard that we would pee our pants...literally :) Uncle Matt...WEE WEE MISEUR...You know i love you like a father. You are so amazing and it is no wonder why Justin was so loved by many, as he had you as his counter part and you, my friend, are his creator :) I love you very much

It's been a tough week in Johnsville as I walked around our small town to tell people that we have lost Justin.  Johnsville is a long way from Redding; but we were fortunate to have Justin visit us often during his younger years.  Virtually everyone in Johnsville knew Justin, and has fond memories of him.  Many recall the fun times that their children had playing with him when he visited.

It was very gratifying and a tribute to see so many people attending the memorial yesterday.  He touched and influenced so many people in such a positive way in his short time with us.

Justin's mother and two of his aunts are making major career changes this month.  Even I am taking on a significant community challenge.  We, and everyone who knew him, can use these oppotunities to carry on the wonderful legacy that he has left us - of kindness and gentleness and unbridled energy.

Wednesday, I'll go fishing to one of our favoite lakes; and Justin will be with me.  We love you, Justin.  We'll miss you; but you will always be with us.