Justin Edward Ballato
November 26, 1987 ~ May 27, 2003
Justin Edward Ballato, 15, of Weirton died Tuesday May 27, 2003, at the Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA.
He was born on November 26, 1987 in Weirton, WV, the son of Jeff Ballato and Gina Lorenz Bettino of Weirton, WV.
Justin was a ninth grade student at Weir High School and a member of the All Saints Greek Orthodox Church in Weirton.
In addition to his parents, Justin is survived by his brother, Jeff Ballato; his sisters, Victoria and Jordan Bettino; his maternal grandparents, Edward and Despina Lorenz; his paternal grandparents, Frank and Barbara Ballato all of Weirton, WV.
Visitation will be 1-3 & 7-9 PM Sunday at the Greco Hertnick Funeral Home 3219 Main Street Weirton, WV.
Additional visitation will be held Monday 10 AM until time of funeral services at 11 AM, at the All Saints Greek Orthodox Church, 3528 West Street Weirton
Very Rev. Fr. Terry Linos will preside.
Interment will be in Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens.
Memorial Contributions can be made to the All Saints Greek Orthodox Church P.O. Box 128 Weirton, WV 26062
Share tributes with Justin’s family at www.grecohertnick.com
Funeral Home:
Greco Hertnick Funeral Home
3219 Main Street
Weirton, WV
US 26062
We’ll miss you Justin and we’ll never forget you
Justin is a fantastic young man he will be greatly missed by all but his memory will live on in all of us . barb
Dear Gina and Family, I’ve spent my whole life knowing you and Nickie and your parents.I don’t know what to say except that I’ve thought of you every day since this tragic accident happened and we will all continue to pray for all of you. You know that if you ever need anything, my entire family would do anything for you. God Bless You All! Susie
To the family of Justin, i am deeply sorry for your loss!!! I did not really know justin, but i did talk to him br for and was verry easy to talk to and he will be missed verry much!!! And now that he is an angel he can watch over all of us and keep us safe!! you will be deeply missed!!!!
Gina and family,we are very sorry for the loss of Justin. Gina you are in my prayers everyday and night. God will see you through this and so will I. Love Franki
Chick, Trenton and I wish to offer our heart felt sympathies to the family of Justin E. Ballato. We have know the family for quite sometime, and it just hurts us all so bad that the family has to endure such pain in their hearts. But God is there for you to lean on. You might not see it now, but in due time you will feel his love for each and everyone of you. You are in our prayers, and if there is anything at all we can do, just call upon us, and it’s done. Mary E. Taylor
I am so sorry about the loss of your son, My prayers are with the family. I grew up with Gina on Franklin Street. The Lord will take care of him. God Bless you all.
Gina and family, I am so sorry for your loss. You have been in my thoughts and prayers every single day. May Justin be at peace and watch over you and your family like an angel above.
lil bro we miss you so much and i know your in heaven with robert watching over us an taking care of us ilove you and i loved robert like a brother too well everyone is doing all right i mean atleast we are trying it is hard but we all know you guys are in heaven and you are being taken care of your in abetter place know and now you dont have to put up with all the shit that goes on in this earth and when its my time to go i want you an robert to save me a seat . WE LOVE YOU BOTH AND MISS YOU SO VERY MUCH
To the family of Justin, my deepest and most sincere sympathy is for your tragic loss. My heart goes out to all of you. RIP Justin-you will be missed.
Justin- I will miss seeing you standing on the side of Murphy Avenue every day with your group of friends. Terris Heights will never be the same without you — RIP Justin’s family and friends will forever be in my thoughts and prayers.
To the family and friends of Justin, My thoughts and prayers are with you during this tragic time. My daughter went to school with Justin before we moved. You have my deepest sympathy.
my thoughts and prayers are with you…at this time of need…..god be with all of you…
My thoughts and prayers go out to Justin’s family and friends. I send my deepest sympathy for your loss. Justin –I’ve known you since 5th grade. You were a good kid and everybody loved ya. You will be greatly missed.
Gina, May god bless and keep you. Pam and Tyler Christman
Justin, I’m so sorry for this terrible thing to come to you. I know I’ve never met you, but doesn’t mean I’m not going to miss you. I graduated 5/28 @ Brooke and I was thinking of you and Robert. This shouldn’t have happen to all of you including Kim and Juan, but heaven was calling and they needed two special and wonderful boys to join them. My heart goes out to your family and friends in the hope that they don’t feel sad that you are gone but happy that you live a life full of memories of happiness, love, fun, and so much more that can never be replaced. Your memory will live on… Love, Morgan
Dear Gina, Des, Ed and family, You have my very deepest sympathy. May God rest his soul, and give you peace…love Mary
To Justin’s Mom and Family: My sympathy goes out to all. I’m sorry to hear about this horrible lost of another. My prayers goes out to all. Justin you were a very kind, funny, and open hearted person. You will be missed by all. R.I.P.
We’ll miss you Justin.
We will all miss you. God Bless and may you rest in peace
i really didnt know Justin that well but alot of my close friends were really good friends with him and they always said what a great guy he was..he rode my bus in the morning and thats how i got to know better who he was…my prayers go out to all i know he will be missed very much…love, angie
Though I never was good friends with Justin, I will miss him alot. To the family, I am truly sorry for your loss. I know I have no idea of the grieve your feeling, but just remeber all of the good times you’ve spent with your son. R.I.P Justin
I am very soory about your loss. I feel really bad because Justin and I just recently got into a fight over something stupid and now hes gone. He will be missed by many people. I will always remember the good times we had back in the day with all of you guys. I’ll be missing you. RIP
To Justin’s Mom, Jeff and the rest of the family: Im very sorry to hear about Justin. I didn’t really know Justin that well I have talked to him before in school a couple times. He was in my fourth block class and he was always making everone laugh. I wish I would of got to know him better. But from when I did talk to him he was nice and he was a sweetheart.May God be with your souls and may Justin Rest in Peace. We all love and miss you very much.
We will remember you. You will always be in our thoughts and prayers. You will be missed.
I will Miss you and I will pray for you and your family. God Bless! I LOVE YOU!
Justin, We never really were that close but we were always around each other. It will be so different without you being around to be the life of the crowd. You will be deeply missed by all. To the Family, You are forever in my heart & prayers. God Bless You all!!! Love, Kimberly Oxley
Justin and Family, I am very deeply sorry to hear about the loss. Justin, you were a great guy and i wish i couldve gotten the chance to know ya better, but i know we will one day meet again, take care of Lil Robert. We all love ya and miss ya…R.I.P.
We all really love and really miss you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Love, Melinda
You were a go friend and fun to be around. You will be missed alot and always remembered. R.I.P GOD BLESS
Dear justin,I just wanted to make sure you know you are very loved at weir high school.It it not possible for anyone to ever forget your always smiling face and bright eyes. you brought laughter into everyone’s heart.We miss you justin R.I.P love Tiffany
I’ve known Justin for about 7 years now, we weren’t close but he was a funny and nice kid. I’m sorry and you guys are in my prayers….
I remember in kindergarten I LOVED Justin. One day he held the door open for me (i couldn’t believe it!)so I backed him behind it in the corner and kissed him. His face got sooo red! I’ll never forget that. In high school I’d see him in the hallway, and he remembered who I was, and we’d say hi. I can’t believe this happened to him… he was really a nice, HILARIOUS kid. I’ll be thinking of him and his family…love ya Justin 🙂
Justin was a student in my 8th grade English class. He was a very good student and always a gentleman. He will be missed. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Justin, I have known you for a very long time and I am so sorry about what happened! You will be missed and are loved very much!
Justin a kid i met last year but didnt really didnt hang out with you will be greatly missed and god bless…
To the family of Justin…I am so sorry about your loss and I know it is very hard to cope with. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. To Justin-Wow. You were awesome. I spent so many years with you…elementary school, middle school…I really and truly loved you so much. I just want you to know that you will truly be missed and it just won’t be the same not seeing you at your locker next to mine. Rest in peace Justin…I’m happy you are with Robert and I know you both are angels. I love You
Justin was a good friend of mine. We have a lot of nice memories and I will miss him so much. To his family- I am truly sorry for your loss. He was a great person with a big heart. I will miss him and keep him and his family in my thoughts and prayers.
we will always remember you.everyone will remember the good times that they had with you.
Gina&Jeff I’m so sorry for your loss just cant believe it your all in my thought’s and prayer’s Lori
Gina&Jeff I’m so sorry for your loss just cant believe it your all in my thought’s and prayer’s Lori
I am very sorry for your loss. Justin was a very kind person and I will miss him. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Justin, Even though we weren’t friends I still knew you and wish this wouldn’t have happened. To his family I am very sorry for your loss I will be praying night and day.
Justin you were a good friend remeber all the good times at school last year and at the pool! We all miss you very much! R.I.P! Candice
Dear Jeff and Gina, We are deeply saddened by the news of Justin’s accident. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.
Justin was a great person and friend. You will be missed but not forgotton. God Bless.
Justin was a great person and friend. You will be missed but not forgotton. God Bless.
Rest in Peace We’ll miss you God bless and good bye
Dear Gina and family, Please accept my sincere sympathy on the passing of Justin. I want you to know that you raised one of the most polite and mannerly boys I have ever met. He deeply loved his family, and spoke of you often. It helps me to know that death isn’t forever, it’s just that we’ll see him a little later on down the road. My heart goes out to you. Debbie Carter
Justin, you are a beautiful soul. you will live in peace for all eternity. everyone loves you.
Justin realy didnt talk 2 u often but when i did i thought u were kool iwish all his family the best of luck Love Kenneth
justin man we all love RIP
Justin, We will miss u very much. We love u very much. We will never forget u. Love U Forever, Victoria Jordan Justin,
To the family of justin ballato: I’m so deeply sorry about your loss. I hope that god helps you through this time. Justin: you were one of the best people in my grade to carry a conversation with. You were always funny, open-hearted, and intelligent. Now that you are an angel watching over me i will miss you very much. With my deepest sympathy, JORDAN BIBBEE
Gina, and family: I can’t begin to tell you how badly I feel for your loss.There is nothing more sad then losing a child..May God grant you peace in your heart. My prayers are with you….Maggie
We love You and Miss You Your family has our deepest sympathy at this trying time.
Gina & Jeff, I am so sorry. I can’t even begin to imagine your pain. If there is anything Zac & I can do for you, please let us know. You are in our thoughts, prayers and tears.
Once again, words cannot ever express………with a very heavy heart I can only say may GOD be with us all, and with you and your family at this very difficult time.
Jeff & Gina & families, May God bless you and give you the strength to carry the heavy burden of the loss of your son….you are in our prayers.
Justin I really didn’t know you that much, but when I did talk to you, you were a very funny and nice guy. I know that your in a better place now with lil’Starr take care of robert for us up there. and watch over everyone. You will be missed by everyone. We love you and miss you very much.Justin may you Rest in Peace. ~R.I.P~ To Justin’s family: I am deeply sorry to hear about the loss of justin I know this must be hard for you but I wish you all the best of luck and I will keep everyone in my prayers. I am really sorry that this happened espically to the best of people. May God Bless you all.
Dear Gina ,Jeff,and Families, I am so sorry for your loss.
Although I did not know Justin or Robert, my children did. I just want to prey for the family and may God be with you all. I hope all of the kids that new these two wonderful boys, know that this accident could have been prevented. I hope all the kids will learn something from this, and you all know what I am talking about! God bless you all
Justin you’ll be missed by many. We were not real close but still friends. We always played basketball at the Terrace Heights Playground. My sympathy goes to Gina, Jeff, and the rest of the family. R.I.P. Justin
To the family of Justin Ballato, I am truely sorry for your loss. No family deserves to go through what you have had to endure. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of need. The whole community is behind you and praying that find comfort in this hard time. It may seem hard now but eventually you will get through this. Your son is in a better place where he no longer has to feel the pain and heartaches of todays society.
Although I wasn’t ever really good friends with Justin he was really nice and funny when I did talk 2 him. Justin you’re greatly missed even though your in a better place, We all know you and Robert are watchin down on us and we’ll be with you someday!Miss ya and love ya! xoxo! To Justins family I can’t imagine what you’re going through and my deepest sympathies are with you!
Gina and Family: In times like this there just aren’t any words to say that will take away the pain you are feeling right now. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Justin’s wings: God wrapped his arms around him and whispered, “Come to me”. A golden heart stopped beating, and now he’s at rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the BEST! Justin has his wings spread wide, as the Angels teach him to fly. Winds capturing his wings, he now flies the open skies! Justin is one of God’s little Angels now. May God Bless You
Dear Gina and Family, I’m sorry about your loss. May God be with you and your family. You have my deepest sympathy.
To the family of Justin Ballato- I am so sorry for your loss. Justin was a great person and will be missed by everyone who knew him. RIP Justin..we all miss and love you
Justin, dude what is weir high gonna do with out you..you were a really good friend to every single one of us..im always gonna look behind me in computers and not see you there..its hard for all of us..but i keep saying to my head..you are in a better place than we all are in..we love u Justin with all our heart! RIP
To the family of Justin my heart goes out to you wonderful people. I know the pain you are feeling because i lost my brother when he was 17 tragically also and to this day although I have lost several good friends and family members I will never forget the pain, bewilderment, anger I felt at the time. I know caring people will tell you time heals and to some degree it does just lean on each other and most importantly remember the good times because he will always be with you and watch over you. God bless you
To Gina (and family & friend’s), It has been several years since I worked as a ward clerk on level 8. I remember overhearing several phone conversations you had with your children as you were at a nearby desk. I distinctly remembered Justin’s name… When his name was announced on the news I immeadiately knew he was your son… may he rest in peace. There are no words that can express how truely sorrowed I am for you and your family. No parent should have to lose a child. Justin was fortunate to have you for a mother. May you, your family, and Justin’s friend’s find comfort and strength in your memories of him. God Bless You All… Peace be with you, The Helms Family Gary, Kimberly, Hunter, C.J., & Jenna
God Bless you, Gina. I am so terribly sorry for your lose. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the kids. God bless. Thinking of you in your troubled times. Love Veronica
Gina – I have been awake for days just thinking of this tragedy. I know the last contact me had was not a pleasant one, but you have been in my prayers for days. I wonder about you and the kids often. I know what I went thru with Kayla when she was born and she was so sick I could only imagine what you are going thru. My heart aches for you and the kids. God has a plan for everyone I know that is hard to see right at this moment keep in mind that you do need God to help you thru this tragedy. If I can help, please let me know I always was and I always will be here for you and the kids. All my love, thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Kiss the kids and hug them tight everynight. All my thoughts, Veronica Bettino
Gina and family, I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my prayers. Mary
Gina, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers and I will continue to pray for you and your family. Mary Anne
Gina, Jeff, Victoria, and Justin; You know, that I love all of you like family. Jeff you were my big brother who tortured Justin and me when we were younger. Victoria, I have always thought of you as a little sister and I always will. Gina, you were like a second mother to me. The countless hours I spent with Justin, you and my mother were always watching over us with your motherly instincts and eyes. I thank you for that. I still haven’t figured out how when I would just arrive at my grandmother’s house, Justin and Tyler would instantly know and be there in a flash. I always meant to ask him that; maybe he will tell me in a dream. Justin, you were my brother, friend and shoulder to cry on when I needed you. No matter what, you were always there and I know you will always be there, but now just in spirit, not in pyhsical form. I’m not mad at you for leaving me behind, but I would rather have you down here with me to lay out in the yard and stare at the sky. I always told you that I would watch out for you, but I just couldn’t get to you in time to tell you how much you truly mean to me. Please do me a favor, watch out for your family. Don’t worry about me, I will be okay. ( When I graduate, I’m tossing my hat for you and Robert) Brother and sister until the end, I love you forever, Courtney
Dear Gina, As a mother I can’t even imagine your pain. I only know Justin is safely home,with the angels surrounding him. I know he will watch over you,Jeff,Victoria and Jordan. He loves you and knows how much you love him. And as your friend, I am here for you now and always. Love, Ann
Jeff (father), Gina (mother)….out hearts go out to you. There are no words that can make things better at this time. Just know Justin is in a better place than we are. He is watching down and smiling. Love to all, Donald and Sheila
Dear Gina: Just wanted to let you know how very very sorry I am for you and your family’s loss. I can’t even imagine what you are going through. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Gina, you are a wonderful person and a great mother!!!!! Please do not ever doubt that. There is nothing I can say that will ease your pain, but I just want you to know that you are constantly in my thoughts and prayers. I know in my heart that God will somehow get you through this. Just remember that there are a ton of people that care about you and will also help you get through this. Please know how very sorry I am and that I will continue to keep you and your family in my prayers.
Gina, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I have always thought of you as a strong,caring,wounderful person and I know that you will be able to get through this time of grief and confusion. Again I will be praying for you and your family in this time of need.
Gina, I just wanted to let you know how very sorry I am for you and your family’s loss. I wish there was something that I could do or say to ease your pain. Just try to remember the good times and know that Justin is in a better place watching over you and your family. I will continue to keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Jessie
*Justin* I know I never known you but I was their I was There holding your hand.And praying for you in your hospital bed like I was Best Friends with you I know you and Robert are together and happy.But we all miss you too.You guys where to young to go but God had a reason for you two boys to go but we just dont know why yet.But Justin I will continue to pray for you and Robert And your Family.God Bless You All….
GINA, I JUST WANTED YOU TO KNOW HOW VERY SORRY I AM FOR YOUR LOSS. YOU AND YOUR FAMILY WILL BE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.
Dear Jeff; I will remember you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. I wonder if your Justin and my mom will greet each other as they travel to God? In the meanwhile, if words can give any peace, then, please be at peace, because your goodness gave Justin life – and the memory of your life together is now a precious thing.
Justin, you dont understand how much every one is going to miss you! You were awesome in so many different ways! It’s so hard to believe that your gone and that there will be no more cute and funny Justin to talk to in Computer class anymore!! I know your in a better place now! I love and miss you alot!! Rest In Peace! watch over me from up there, ill see you again one day!! To the family of Justin: My dad, Skip Long, was very close to Jeff and he sends his deepest sympathy!! I also would like to express my sympathy!! Justin was great in may different ways and he will forever be missed and loved! Hes in a much better place now!! If you need anything or just someone to talk to my family and I are here!! Again I am very sorry for your huge loss!!
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Jeff, we are truly sorry for your loss are thoughts & prayers are with you. Michelle & family
Justin, I’ll miss you so much! I just wish I would have gotten to know you better. Out of all the pictures I have of you and Nina, I was so upset to find I didn’t have one with you and me in it. I will always regret turning down the slow dance with you… maybe some day when we meet again I can retake you on the offer. My heart goes out to the family and friends. Love, Lucia
Justin, it is so hard to believe that something like this could happen to such a kind hearted person like yourself! Its not gonna be the same w/o u you were a great guy and heaven gained an angel! To Justin Family: my deepest sympathy i can’t imagine how hard this must be for you
I met Justin at the Tipton Center in Weirton. I was released back home right before him. He really touched me, I thought he was really nice. I close my eyes and see his handsome smile. I wish I would of gotten to know him alot better. It’s a hard thing to get over, but he’s in heaven now. God Bless Justins family. I’m praying for ya.
We all miss you so much, Justin. School isn’t the same without you. We love you very much, and you will never be forgotten.
I just saw the beautiful memorial that was put on yahoo and I would like to thank whoever did that and would you please get in touch with me. It was so beautiful and I hope to hear from you soon. God Bless You, Gina Bettino,Justin’s mother
I think that the memorial was put on geocities and said something about spitfires. Please get in contact with me.
Stephanie Misogiane had that site made
Gina,I was glad to see you and talk to you at the bike run.The memorial on that geocities site was very beautiful.This is sept.12th and this is the first time i have went into this site.I really miss Robert & Justin.I can’t stand it that this has happened to them and us I still don’t think it is fair not one damn bit.Give me a call if you would like one day please.# is 479-6320. LOve,Mary Lee Give the girls a big hug for me.Tell Jeff I said hi and to behave.
Justin, I miss you my brother. I love you my brother. Watch over me and keep yourself, Robert, Milo, and Camay safe. I pray for you, and I think of you all the time. I love you forever Courtney
I just wanted to pay my respects to my classmate and his family. We all miss you Justin
Justin, Boy I miss you. I finally got you’re initials tattooed on underneath angel wings with my Papa. My two favorite men and now I”m without both of them. Every day I think about you and how close we were and how much of a brother you were and how much I love you. Not loved, because I still love you very much. I wish you were here. I love you, Courtney
Justin, I miss yu so much!
It gets somewhat easier every day however, I still can’t believe you’re gone. Come November I can’t help but think of you. You were my rock and my shining star. I miss you Justin more than anyone can put into words. I love you.
Justin, It’ll be 8 years soon. It still brings tears to my eyes when I think about you. Every year I wish I could see you one more time. I love you and watch down on your family and all those you truly cared for you!
Dear Lovely Brother, I miss you more and more everyday. Life would be so different with you here. We all love and miss you very very much. Wish you were here. Im sure you and Robert still stir up some kind of trouble up there. 🙂 I love you and miss you. So does mom, Jeff, And vic.
Justin, It’s been 9 long years and it hasn’t gotten any easier. True time heals wounds, but the scar is still there. You are greatly missed every day, not just by me and your family but by all the souls you touched. The view must be great from where you are, but I wish I could see your smiling face again, if even just once. I never really told you how much you meant to me and for that I am greatly greatly sorry. Just keep being the guardian angel. I love you.
Justin it’s crazy it’s been well will be 21yrs this year I miss you like crazy I just got done writing Robert crazy we would of been 30 but I guess his had other plans for you which is fair it’s sucks but atlaast you got your bother up there with you tell him I said what up he should be down here with us like u and Robert should I told Robert if he was still alive my life wouldn’t be like this it’s a mess same days I just wish I got in that car with y’all instead of goin home and coming back I’ll be out to see you bro love you!! R.I.P WE ALL LOVE AND MISS YOU