Justice’s Story

 

Remembered by a Rose: We want to keep Justice's dream and memory alive through supporting Manitoba organizations that are implementing strategies to raise awareness of depression and mental illness and supporting the preservation of life.

The art Justice shared remind us how he loved and felt so profoundly by every experience that touched his spirit, and in turn inspired his passions. Dedicated to the memory of Justice Chester. We work to have Justice’s life experiences and tragic passing return something positive to Manitobans. 

Justice Chester, passed peacefully at the young age of 23 with loved ones at his side, as he takes the next steps in this journey, he takes a piece of our hearts with him, and through our tears and heartache we are so grateful for the blessing of such a sweet son who brought us so much happiness in his short time here. 

From the day he arrived, he blessed us with a smile that was so bright with joy and happiness, and eyes filled with curiosity. As a child, he was a shy, kind, and sensitive boy with a respectful manner that many appreciated. With a deep loyalty to friendships, friends would often describe Justice as a confidant who was there with an infectious laugh during good times and listened during their times of need.

He was his big brother’s audience when he would narrate snippets of episodes of their favourite cartoons or tell jokes. Justice would laugh so hard and so long, that he would beg his brother to stop so he could catch his breath. Justice’s presence was magnetic, surrounding those around him with his compelling nature.

 As Justice became older, he was resolute in accomplishing what he set out to do. His mind and heart were deep with a determination to fully understand the world, humanity, and its purpose. He loved and felt so profoundly with every experience that it touched his spirit, and in turn, inspired his passions. 

Justice’s first passion was running. In elementary school, this passion and talent brought him to the Manitoba Marathon 2 years in a row. He would train every day to build his endurance, giving him a tremendous sense of joy and accomplishment. Later in his youth, he developed osteochondroma on his leg, making running for him difficult. While Justice could no longer run like he used to, he turned his interest into music, and like no other passion, it engrossed him and shaped his future. 

The music he loved and listened to inspired him to want to make his own art, practicing doggedly and perfecting his technique. Justice taught himself how to play the guitar and numerous instruments over the years. This evolved him into an awesome musician who treasured playing the guitar with the band he and his friends formed. Justice’s first show was in the gym of his middle school, where teachers and staff organized their classes to form this young band’s first audience.

This young talented group committed to making the ambition of being musical performers their life journey. With likeminded friends, they soon ascended to the challenge of making their dream come to fruition. Daphne Bleue became a reality to make music and perform and share their passion for music with the world. Justice performed at venues across Winnipeg with his friends, meeting many artists and fans, forming many lasting impressions and friendships with those he met on this journey.

 

I listen to Justice singing a song he wrote “I’m sorry”... I can’t help but think…I’m sorry, we wish we could’ve fought that last battle for you Justice. In honor of Justice’s memory, the child that too quickly became an adult. We are extremely proud of the person he became and his legacy.