Kenneth “Sonny” P. Justus

January 9, 1941 - April 5, 2020
Kenneth “Sonny” P. Justus

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Kenneth Plato (Sonny) Justus of Saluda, NC passed away on April 5, 2020.  He recently celebrated his 79th birthday.

Sonny, or Papa as we affectionately called him, was born and raised in East Flat Rock.  He was the son of Burgin and Mattie Justus.  He was the baby brother to 10 brothers and sisters whom all predeceased him.  He attended Flat Rock High School and served in the US Army.  He retired from General Electric.  He was of the Baptist faith and attended Maranatha Baptist Church.

Papa is survived by his wife, Elizabeth; son, Ken; son, Jason and wife Melissa and their twins, Alyssa and Hunter all of Saluda; many cousins, nieces and nephews and many friends.  He never met a stranger and was always welcoming family and friends to visit. He was predeceased by his youngest son, Rodney.

Papa was always teaching us new things about life and he always had a funny story to tell.  He loved to garden and looked forward to every spring and planting season.  How appropriate that he is able to plant a big garden in heaven this spring!

A memorial service will be held at a later date.  In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be made to Four Seasons Foundation 211 N. Main Street Hendersonville, NC 28792.

 

 


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  • April 08, 2020
    Sam & Linda Justus says:
    Sonny was an asset to our neighborhood, as is Elizabeth and Jason and family. He was such a pleasant man, always smiling and talking to everyone if offered the chance. He will be missed. May he rest in peace. God Bless all of you and give you comfort in the days ahead. We are in prayer for family.

  • April 08, 2020
    Joann Gibbs Pace says:
    I will always treasure the special times Sonny Buddy and I shared Go rest high on the mountain Uncle Sonny You were loved and will be missed!

  • April 08, 2020
    Rusty and Stephanie Darnell says:
    Sonny welcomed us with open arms from the first time we met him. He always made us feel like family. We enjoyed sitting and talking with him about times past and present. It was evident he loved his family and friends. Our love and prayers go out to Elizabeth, Jason, Melissa, the twins and family.

  • April 09, 2020
    Sandy Williams says:
    Elizabeth, Ken, Jason and family, I send my hugs and sympathy to each of you. May it help to know that so many others care

  • April 09, 2020
    Cindy Keeter says:
    I am so sad. I never saw Sonny, that he didn't have a smile and a good word. Prayers for family.