Justen Hale unexpectedly departed this world over the course of Thanksgiving weekend and we are mourning the loss of a soul that could light up the room with his beautiful smile and loving heart.
Justen was a strong, charismatic, witty, loving, hard-working and talented man that made you fall in love with his charm within moments of meeting him. He had a knack for living life to the fullest, a true creationist in his work and an artist in the residential/commercial/recreational painting realm. I met Justen about 2 years ago when he began dating Zimryah (Zulu of Sis-Q Rollerz), I instantly fell in love with him and his ability to make one of my dearest friends so incredibly happy. Justen was supportive of her, her daughter, her love of roller derby and became one of Sis-Q Rollerz biggest fans. He would eventually become a referee for our league and watching him skate was a pure joy!
As was watching the two of them build a life together with their blended family of 3 young girls. They would soon come to add a beautiful baby boy who would make this family bond even more incredible, Kangee Hale-Barnes who was born on June 15th, 2016.
Justen's unexpected passing has left his partner, the love of his life, in a financial situation that no one should have to worry about in this time of grieving and mourning.
These funds will be used solely to assist Zimryah in her immediate future and those basic and future needs of Kangee. We hope to hit our goal by the end of the year to assist our beloved Z in this small way so that she and their family can feel a sense of safety in their future and create a space for healing without the burden of finances being upon them as well.
We appreciate any donation, no matter how little, that will allow a way for Z to build a nest to rest upon through this uncharted journey of life without Justen by her side.
We sincerely thank you for your contribution and your sharing of this GoFundMe page and ask that you leave your wishes for Z & Justen's family along with your donation for her to read in the days, weeks and months ahead. It will serve as a reminder to her of the love and support she has from our community.
Sincerely,
Sara McCarthy (Crusher of Sis-Q Rollerz)