Juston Joseph Botzko

Juston Joseph Botzko, age 41, of Sylvania, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, May 28, 2023. He was born August 17, 1981 in Heber Springs, Arkansas to James A. Botzko and Donna E. Badders. Juston graduated from Sylvania Northview, Class of 2000 and Penta County Vocational School, Class of 2004 specializing in Welding and Class of 2014 specializing in Auto Body. He had many talents in life as a Welder / Fabricator at Electro Prime. Juston also worked in production at Jeep and was a Tool & Die maker at CSW. He had the pleasure of being a Crew Member for Richard Hauck of the ARCA Racing Circuit.

Juston was known in the community for his bike with the bright orange animal skin that brought smiles to many. He had a passion for riding and enjoyed being a part of the Grom Community where he will forever be remembered as "Animal". Juston also was an avid participant in Jeep Fest with his restored Mini Jeep. He enjoyed quiet days spent fishing, camping and enjoying the scenery, the peace and the great conversations with friends. Family was important to Juston so spending time with those he considered family, especially his nephews along with Devan and Seneca, who he mentored were times he cherished.

Juston grew up with three constants in his life, he knew he was loved, he knew his parents believed he could do anything he put his mind to and he knew his sister Jessica was always there to depend on. Because of this Juston was a truth speaker, often offering words of advice and encouragement to those who needed an occasional push to do the right thing or make a decision to better their lives. He was always there to lend a helping hand and if you had something you couldn't fix... Botzko could fix it for you. Juston was determined to leave this world a better place for having been in it. Juston expected a lot from others and even more from himself ... integrity was very important to him.


In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Mary and Charles Botzko; maternal grandparents, Thomas and Dora Badders, uncles, Warren and Jeff Botzko and David and Greg Badders, aunt, Gaylene Botzko and Pamela Badders and neice, Kloe Westover. Juston is survived by his sister, Jessica J. Botzko; nephews, Skkye, Cameron and Keaton; aunt, Lynn Botzko; "adopted kids" who he was a Big Brother to, Devan and Seneca; his feline Main Coon son, Mack-Cat and halflings, Jodi Botzko-Davis and Jason Botzko. Juston will also be remembered by many friends, Crew Teammates and riding buddies that weren't blood but still meant the world to him.

The family will receive guests Sunday, June 18th, 2023 from 10:00 am -1:00 pm at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions - West Sylvania Chapel, 3655 King Road (419-392-9500). A Celebration of Life to remember Juston will begin at 1:00 pm at the funeral home.

In his memory please consider contributing to his nephews, Skkye, Cameron and Keaton College Fund to secure their future as they grow into adulthood.

The family has also requested in lieu of flowers, please consider sending a fruit tree that will be planted in the family yard in honor of all the lives Juston touched.

You may stream the service by clicking here.

There will be a Fellowship Gathering after the Celebration of Life at Richfield Town Hall, 3915 Washburn Berkey, OH, please bring a dish to pass.

There will also be an evening of fishing, please reach out to the family for more details.

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