Justin Rasner (1982-2011)
It is really sad when I have to say goodbye to someone who I knew. This coming weekend I and many others will shed some tears as we reminisce about our departed friend. I remember some years back a whole group of us where in Justin's backyard having a bonfire and Justin was pouring gasoline into his hand and then throwing the gas into the fire. Wouldn't you know those gas vapors caught fire on his arm and burned him real good, 2nd and 3rd degree burns over his forearm and hand. No body knows why Justin was doing that and no one knows why Justin took his own life and we many never know. It really sucks that Justin is no longer with us, but it is even worse for Amy and their two kids. So over the course of the next few days and the months and years to come we friends of Justin will be there in support of those he left behind.
Justin Keith Rasner, 28, of Oregon passed away Monday, March 28, 2011, in KSB Hospital, Dixon. Born Oct 26, 1982, in Rockford to Glen D. Rasner Jr., and Anita (Gremba) Rasner. Justin lived in Oregon the last three years and was a carpenter. Member of AFTA Marshall Arts, Cherry Valley, and kick boxing. He loved his children and fishing. Survived by son, Tidus G. Rasner of Oregon; daughter, Savana R. Rasner of Oregon; brothers, Nicholas Rasner of Hortonville, Wis., and Brian Rasner of Mount Morris; half-sisters, Tammy (Mike) Wagenacht of Albany and Jennifer Rasner of Rockford; significant other and mother of his children, Amy Benton of Oregon; and maternal grandmother, Shirley Gremba of Leaf River. Predeceased by half-sister, Heather Gremba; paternal grandparents; and maternal grandfather. Service at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 2, in Finch Funeral Home, with visitation from 10 a.m. to time of service; the Rev. Doc Newcomb, pastor of Disciples of United Methodist Church, Mount Morris, will officiate. Burial of cremains in Lightsville Cemetery, Leaf River. Memorials may be directed to Amy Benton and children.



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I was sorry to hear the news. May he rest in peace.
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I'm sorry for everyones loss the justin I knew charished his life and family and his love for martial arts. The few good men die too soon. Even though I just found this out almost a yr later I will keep his family in my prayers
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