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Justin Mark Johansen was a beloved father, husband, son, brother, friend, and Marine. Justin died suddenly of a heart attack on October 21, 2020 while on a run.
Justin grew up in and graduated from Lindenhurst, NY, where he developed a love for the water and played lacrosse. After graduating from Bucknell University, Justin was commissioned in the Marine Corps as an artillery officer in July 2002.
While on active duty from 2002-2008, Justin did three deployments, including two to Iraq and one on ship as part of a Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU). He continued in the Marine Corps reserves and deployed again in 2009/2010 to Afghanistan.
At the time of his death, he was a Lieutenant Colonel and Commanding Officer of 3rd Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company (ANGLICO). To those who served with him, Justin was looked up to as a mentor, respected as a leader, and loved as a humble hero. His personal awards include the Meritorious Service Medal, (3) Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medals (two with Combat V), (3) Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals (one with Combat V), and a Combat Action Ribbon. Justin earned is Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Southern California in 2013 and, starting in 2015, was a Senior Project Manager at Trane Technologies until the time of his death.
He was a dedicated and loving husband to his wife of 15 years, Nicole, and an AMAZING father to his children (twins) Lia, 6 and Gunnar, 6. Justin loved surfing with his dad and friends, spending time with his family, Star Wars, vegemite, traveling, and the mountains of Vermont. In his spare time, he was passionate about researching whiskeys, guns, and ways to cook (which resulted in chef quality crepes, steaks, omelets, and eggs benedict). In addition to his wife and children, he is survived by his mother Lynne, father Mark, and sister Meaghan.
With all of the emotional pain and stress that a death brings, it also brings financial burdens. We are trying to raise money for Justin's wife and children to help with any costs that will incur and to help wherever needed. As a community, we want to ease any stress on the family caused by outstanding costs of the funeral and what comes afterwards.
It is in these times of loss and sadness when you see people coming together to help one another make it through, to support the people we care for. We are thankful for any support you may be able to provide. We also encourage everyone to keep their family in their thoughts and prayers.
Note: The organizer of this Fundraiser is Allison Bates, Justin's cousin. Please reach out if you have any questions.
Justin grew up in and graduated from Lindenhurst, NY, where he developed a love for the water and played lacrosse. After graduating from Bucknell University, Justin was commissioned in the Marine Corps as an artillery officer in July 2002.
While on active duty from 2002-2008, Justin did three deployments, including two to Iraq and one on ship as part of a Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU). He continued in the Marine Corps reserves and deployed again in 2009/2010 to Afghanistan.
At the time of his death, he was a Lieutenant Colonel and Commanding Officer of 3rd Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company (ANGLICO). To those who served with him, Justin was looked up to as a mentor, respected as a leader, and loved as a humble hero. His personal awards include the Meritorious Service Medal, (3) Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medals (two with Combat V), (3) Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals (one with Combat V), and a Combat Action Ribbon. Justin earned is Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Southern California in 2013 and, starting in 2015, was a Senior Project Manager at Trane Technologies until the time of his death.
He was a dedicated and loving husband to his wife of 15 years, Nicole, and an AMAZING father to his children (twins) Lia, 6 and Gunnar, 6. Justin loved surfing with his dad and friends, spending time with his family, Star Wars, vegemite, traveling, and the mountains of Vermont. In his spare time, he was passionate about researching whiskeys, guns, and ways to cook (which resulted in chef quality crepes, steaks, omelets, and eggs benedict). In addition to his wife and children, he is survived by his mother Lynne, father Mark, and sister Meaghan.
With all of the emotional pain and stress that a death brings, it also brings financial burdens. We are trying to raise money for Justin's wife and children to help with any costs that will incur and to help wherever needed. As a community, we want to ease any stress on the family caused by outstanding costs of the funeral and what comes afterwards.
It is in these times of loss and sadness when you see people coming together to help one another make it through, to support the people we care for. We are thankful for any support you may be able to provide. We also encourage everyone to keep their family in their thoughts and prayers.
Note: The organizer of this Fundraiser is Allison Bates, Justin's cousin. Please reach out if you have any questions.