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In Memoriam: Justin (Phoenixtear) Johnstone

Wed Jan 23, 2008, 9:04 PM


Justin Paul Johnstone: 4/16/1981 - 1/23/2008

Rest In Peace Sweety. I love you so much and I know you are in a better place now watching over me, just over my shoulder. You'll be in my heart. Always.

To those of you who don't know me, I am Angela, Justin's girlfriend. I would like to let everyone know that Justin passed away this afternoon after a life-long battle with Cystic Fibrosis. He leaves a remarkable legacy of his photography, costuming skills, and most importantly his charming and infective personality.
He was at peace when he passed away, he has been battling an infection and just couldn't keep fighting anymore. He has spent most of his life fighting, and now I am sure he felt completed or he would not have given up his fight.

I remember a conversation Justin and I had a long time ago, I asked him what he wanted to be remembered for most. He said he just wanted to be remembered. I of course told him it was
insane that anyone he had touched in his life would ever forget him.

I would like to let everyone know that we will be having a wake for Justin on Saturday, January 26, at Southern Heritage on 119 in Pelham. In lieu of flowers, we ask that you please make a donation to the charity of your choice. Some charities Justin supported include: Make a Wish, National Wildlife Federation, Magic Moments and Tigers for Tomorrow in Alabama.

I think Justin's mom and stepdad Cookie and Steve might continue to keep the Phoenixtear name alive and offer prints of Justin's work, as well as new images taken by them as they were students of his wonderful talent.
~Angela

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Phoenixtear Photography
Justin Johnstone
Fashion - Nature - Events
Birmingham/Hoover, Alabama
www.phoenixtear.com


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  • Current Residence: Birmingham, Alabama
  • Interests: Fashion - Nature - Events
  • Skin of choice: Angela <3
  • Tools of the Trade: Canon 400D, 18-55mm, 17-85mm IS, 75-300mm, 10x Macro, PS10, Mind, Body & Soul

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Thinking of you and your brilliant photography today. Still waiting for my house to finish getting remodeled so I can put your wonderful art up in my house. :)
I miss you :[

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I still miss you. And you're still the greatest I've ever seen.
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I just came across this site for the 1st time, he was amazing! I am an instant fan! Sorry to hear about his death, peace be with you.
Now I can favorite your work, my dear! *hugs* Happy New Year, I think of you so much.

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My friend Ashley is turning 16 soon and she LOVES Disney! I was hoping you could dress up as a Disney character and take a picture of yourself holding a sign saying ‘Happy Birthday Ashley’. I would be so happy if you could do this for me and Ashley would be THRILLED!
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