Livonia, NY: At age 23, Justin passed peacefully on July 29, 2020 at Strong Memorial Hospital after a battle with aplastic anemia. He is survived by his parents Dennis & Deborah Leverenz of Livonia and Linda Colon of Bath; 10 siblings, Tyler, Alleicia, Cetta-lynn, Celena, Dennis Jr, Ricky, Christopher, Stephanie and Linzy; 3 nieces and 5 nephews; several grandparents, 1 aunt, cousins, special friends and more!
Justin was born on December 4, 1996 in Rochester, NY. He enjoyed spending time with his family, biking, skateboarding, target shooting, driving his car, listening to music, playing x box, spontaneous adventures with friends, enjoying the farm, and let’s not forget Vincenzos chicken fingers and fries…there are so many things Justin loved, these are just a few. He is and will always be our strength and warrior.
Deborah and Dennis will be holding a Celebration of Life Ceremony at the family home on Saturday, August 8th, from 1 pm to 9 pm, all are welcome. In his memory memorial contributions may be made to the Wilmot Cancer Center, 300 East River Road, PO Box 278996, Rochester, NY 14627. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
I am still crying.So so truly sorry.If you need anything please donot hesitate to let me know
Justin was the kindest and purest soul, friend anyone could ever ask for. He helped me through alot of high school and we made alot of great memories together. I miss him every second of everyday. You will never be forgotten my friend I pray your at peace and are looking down on us all we all love and miss you bud. Rest in paradise you will be forever remembered
In my heart I have always thought of Justin as “GentleMan Justin”…the kindest hearted soul you ever hoped to meet.
The courage and commitment Justin mustered to fight the last 18 months or so showed his true character and determination. The picture on his obituary captures it perfectly. That simple smile on his face belays what was going on at the time: he was in the hospital receiving another transfusion when that photo was taken, but you would never know from the smile on his face that he was suffering and enduring another medical procedure. Justin is a Prince among men!
Ever-living, ever-faithful, ever-sure. Jah protect Justin. May you rest in peace until we meet again.
Jah Bless Dennis and Debbie and all the family and friends who were blessed to know and make life-long mempories with Justin.
I am so very sorry to hear of Justin’s passing. I am the Property Manager for the apartment complex that he stayed in when we first was diagnosed. Justin used to come in often and we would talk in detail about so many things. It was sad to watch as he struggled with this sickness but it never stopped him from coming in and sitting down for a chat. With all that he was going through, he always was smiling. I miss our visits. RIP Justin. Prayers to his family and friends.
Justin always treated everybody he cared about like his family I remember he always made me feel like his little brother and that he always had my back. I have so many amazing memories with Justin he had a giant heart and he’s the funniest kid I’ve ever meet. He had a giant impact on my life and I’ll forever hold that close to my heart. Rest In Peace big guy!
-Dominic
I remember the day I met you at my daughter Zuris school at Olympia. Such an amazing guy. Happy and so funny I wish I could have seen you more.You were an amazing person and will never forget you.Sleep with the angels
I will carry you in my heart forever.Rest in Paradise sweet Justin
Dear Leverenz family,
I am thinking of you all now, words are not enough to say how sorry I am for your loss, our loss. I will miss this young man, very much. A very kind soul, with a beautiful smile, who had much more to give to this world. I feel lucky to have been a small part of his life.
Sincerely – Lucy Wedow