Justin Phillip Tafoya

In his 20 years of life on Earth, Justin filled our lives with laughter, philosophy, music and love He shared his passions with family and friends and inspired us to see the beauty of this world to understand ourselves. Justin was a thoughtful, passionate and loving person who found joy in life and in seeking out its mysteries and discovering truths within them.

Justin was known to many as a philosopher, always throwing out ideas and new ways of thinking about things, and allowing us to see our world and each other in new ways as well. Justin's ideas and thoughts left an imprint on all who have met him and a piece of him is with each of us as we remember him and the knowledge that he shared.

The beauty of Justin is that while he had depth and knowledge to share with others, he was also full of life and happiness and always bringing joy to the people he shared his time with. Justin was adventurous, and loved to try new things and meet new people and have fun - and although his life ended far too soon, his family can gain comfort in knowing that he experienced and enjoyed so many things; love, friendship, adventure, independence and the joy of learning new things.

Justin truly experienced the meaning of life, and left wonderful memories and inspiration to the family and friends that will carry on his memory and were blessed to be a part of his time here with us.

Justin was born to Manuel and Donna Tafoya. He is survived by his parents; sister Tara (Theo) Gonzales; and Vanessa (Stefano) Smith; grandparents Phil and Rosalie Tafoya; and Therese Martinez; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces nephews and cousins. He is preceded in death by his grandfather Herman Martinez. Visitation Monday at 6pm followed by a Rosary at 7pm. Funeral Mass Tuesday, 10am. All held at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 11385 N Grant Dr, Northglenn, CO.

Arrangements under the direction of Olinger Highland Mortuary & Cemetery, Thornton, CO.