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Justin Robert Sellers

  • September 2, 1980 - October 8, 2011
  • Bismarck, North Dakota
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“Your smile touched my heart in a brilliant fashion; your poise and grace always forthright, abounding and affluent. I am grateful for having had the...Read More » ”
1 of 43 | Posted by: Leon Schatz - Bismarck, ND

“Julie, Leo, and family, My synpathy to all of you at this most sorrowful time. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May the love and tender mercy...Read More » ”
2 of 43 | Posted by: Darlene Morast - Bismarck, ND

“Well Justin... I'm gonna tell everyone one thing about you that changed my life for the best. Your HEART OF GOLD, no matter what, Justin you always...Read More » ”
3 of 43 | Posted by: Erik J. Benson - Bismarck, ND

“Dear Julie and family, Praying that you will find assurance in His Word, peace in His presence, and comfort in His love. May Justin's soul, through...Read More » ”
4 of 43 | Posted by: Joy Wesolowski - Bismarck, ND

“I knew Justin from grade school and a couple of semesters in high school - he was one of the most kind, generous, and good-humored guys I've ever had...Read More » ”
5 of 43 | Posted by: Tom Roskos - Logan, UT, UT

“My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Peace of Christ, ”
6 of 43 | Posted by: Helen Scherr-Bourgois - Bismarck, ND

“Dear Julie, Leo, and Eric; & Mr. Sellers- Please know of our family's prayers for Justin. Once Katherine and Elizabeth start praying for someone, it...Read More » ”
7 of 43 | Posted by: Scott and Kelli Schneider - ND

“My Dearest Eric, I am so sorry to hear of Justin's passing. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. ”
8 of 43 | Posted by: Dawn Braun

“Our deepest sympathy to you Julie and all of Justin's family...We can only imagine what you must be going thru at this time. We pray that God's...Read More » ”
9 of 43 | Posted by: Lori and Steve Berger - ND

“It's difficult to be apart from family at times like this, I'm sorry we can't be there with you. Justin was such a sweet soul & will be truly missed...Read More » ”
10 of 43 | Posted by: Claudi, Jamie & Audrey Bosch - MN

“I remember Justin from high school and of course Bob's Photo. Whenever I had a chance to talk to him he was always super nice, he is one person I...Read More » ”
11 of 43 | Posted by: Rachel Broer - West Fargo

“So very sorry to hear this news. I was a classmate of Justin's brother Eric for 9 years. I'll always remember Justin with a smile on his face, and...Read More » ”
12 of 43 | Posted by: Mary Schreck - New York, NY

“Julie and Famiy, we are so sorry to hear about Justin. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. ”
13 of 43 | Posted by: Norma & Bruce Geiger - Bismarck, ND

“I was fortunate to get to know Justin over the last couple years and what a great guy he was. He was always good for a laugh and always would take...Read More » ”
14 of 43 | Posted by: jesse welk - bismarck, ND

“So sorry to hear of your loss.....my thoughts are with your family at this time. ”
15 of 43 | Posted by: Jesse McCormack - Wilton, ND

“Justin will miss the lunchs we shared and the laughs we had. May you be numbered with Gods angels... Savage Sam ”
16 of 43 | Posted by: Dennis Savekoul - Minot, ND

“Going to miss that big smile buddy. Having you at our house was a blessing for me it was great fun and you always had everyone laughing, everyone...Read More » ”
17 of 43 | Posted by: Brian Day - Bismarck, ND

“Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Julie. ”
18 of 43 | Posted by: Caroline Ternes - Bismarck, ND

“Big Papi, Can't think of going to Lake Alkaline without you, I can not be the sole holder of the secret bait that caught the monsters. You know ...Read More » ”
19 of 43 | Posted by: James Decker - Bismarck, ND

“It's about 3 am...me and Sellers are the only ones at the table. I take him all in on a pair of Kings....wouldn't you know it, the dude had pocket...Read More » ”
20 of 43 | Posted by: Phil Ivy - Las Vegas, NV

“Justin- blessings to your family and friends during this time of heartache and loss. Your smile and laugh will be missed tremendously. ”
21 of 43 | Posted by: Mark & Jen Berger - Mandan, ND

“It was always a pleasure sitting at the poker table with Justin, granted a costly pleasure, but the lessons learned have proved invaluable. I'm glad...Read More » ”
22 of 43 | Posted by: Tyler - Bismarck, ND

“I was blessed to know Justin as a classmate for 12 years at Cathedral and St. Mary’s. From kickball on the blacktop to his competitive spirit...Read More » ”
23 of 43 | Posted by: Jeff Schmidt - Plymouth, MN

“Dear Julie and family I am, as I know you are, a firm believer in the truth of the Resurrection as promised to all of us by the Risen Christ; ...Read More » ”
24 of 43 | Posted by: Beth Dinneen

“Eric, Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. I so enjoyed watching the interaction between you and...Read More » ”
25 of 43 | Posted by: Muriel DeVore - Bismarck, ND

“Justin; Sometimes one wonders how the Good Lord comes by his reasoning who to take and who not to take. I wish I could debate with him how his...Read More » ”
26 of 43 | Posted by: Steven - Jamestown, ND

“I always enjoyed playing on the same poker table as Justin...he always had me giggling. He was a very friendly guy who always had a smile on his...Read More » ”
27 of 43 | Posted by: Lois Kihne - Mandan, ND

“Julie and Eric: So sorry to hear of Justin's death. May you find some solace in knowing that you all are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult...Read More » ”
28 of 43 | Posted by: Loretta Schroeder - Rochester, MN

“Our sincerest condolences to Justin's family. So sorry we are away in NY at this time but we will remember all of you in thought and prayer. We...Read More » ”
29 of 43 | Posted by: Patricia D. A. Reinert - Bismarck, ND

“Justin! Too soon buddy!!!! This is shocking, and I find it so hard to believe. You were a great friend, and a great guy to have a good time with!...Read More » ”
30 of 43 | Posted by: Jessica Bosch

“Julie, Eric, and family: I am so sorry for your loss. I was a classmate of Eric's at St. Mary's High School and also knew Justin from school. When I...Read More » ”
31 of 43 | Posted by: Jen (Martin) Winterberg - ND

“Julie: So sorry to hear of the loss of Justin. My thoughs and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. Jan ”
32 of 43 | Posted by: Jan (Tibke) Hanson - Fargo, ND

“Julie and family, I am so sorry at your loss. I always experienced Justin as a man of strong gentleness and kindness. Please be assured of my...Read More » ”
33 of 43 | Posted by: Sister Kathleen Atkinson - ND

“Rest In Peace My Friend, my thoughts & prayers are with your family. Barnzie ”
34 of 43 | Posted by: Terry Barnes - Bismarck

“Julie, Eric and Family: I have so many fond memories of the boys at a young age coming to my home for daycare. They always made me smile and were...Read More » ”
35 of 43 | Posted by: Betty Lelm Selders - West Fargo, ND

“Justin had an infectious personality and was one of the top poker players in the game. Justin, you will be missed. ”
36 of 43 | Posted by: Brook Lyter - WEST FARGO, ND

“I had the privilege of attending school with Justin at Cathedral Elementary and St. Mary's High School. Throughout all those years there was not a...Read More » ”
37 of 43 | Posted by: Mitchell Gross - Dickinson, ND

“Justin was a terrific person that I will miss I was able to spend some time on the water fishing and just having a good laugh. He will be missed by a...Read More » ”
38 of 43 | Posted by: Rory Schuh - Mandan, ND

“You left us too soon friend. Save us a spot at the table. We will meet again. ”
39 of 43 | Posted by: Brad Feldman - Bismarck, ND

“Julie, Eric & Leo - Words cannot express how Lee and I are hurting for you. Justin was a great person and a great friend who always made us laugh!...Read More » ”
40 of 43 | Posted by: Kim Dolajak

“Julie and Family, My heart aches for you. Please know how very sorry I am for your loss. May God's love surround and comfort you now and always...Read More » ”
41 of 43 | Posted by: Terese Birnbaum - Bismarck, ND

“Julie and Famiily, I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. God's blessings to you. ”
42 of 43 | Posted by: Lu Wald - Bismarck, ND

“I always admired Justins free spirit and the guts to go out and pursue his dreams, he never seemed to be afraid of anything....i got a chance to meet...Read More » ”
43 of 43 | Posted by: steve swennes - bismarck, ND


Justin R. Sellers, 31, Bismarck, died October 8, 2011, at his home of natural causes. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:00 pm Thursday, October 13, at Cathedral of the Holy Spirit, Bismarck, with Rev. John Guthrie offiaiting. Interment will be held at the St. Mary's Cemetery, Bismarck. Visitation will be held from 2:00 pm until 5:00 pm Wednesday, October 12, 2011, at Eastgate Funeral Service, 2302 E Divide Ave, Bismarck, and from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm at Cathedral of the Holy Spirit, where a vigil service will be held at 7:00 pm. Visitation will continue from 9:00 am until 11:00 am Thursday, October 13, at Eastgate Funeral Service and one hour prior to the service at the church. Justin Robert Sellers was born September 2, 1980, in Dickinson, ND, to Larry Sellers and Julie (Dolajak) Sellers Ternes. He attended Cathedral Grade School and graduated from St. Mary's Central High School in 1999. Justin held various jobs while he lived in Bismarck, including Bob's Photo, Cedric Theel, Prairie Knights, but his most interesting "job" was the 6 years he spent in Vegas "working" the Texas Hold-Em poker tables. Back in Bismarck, he thoroughly enjoyed his most recent job with Kuntz Trucking. Two words to describe Justin – big and large – had nothing to do with his size. He had a big, loving heart and his personality was larger than life in his ability to have fun and make others laugh. He had an infectious smile, easily made friends, and wasn't afraid to talk to anyone. He loved to tease and give people a bad time, and loved practical jokes. He loved to fish, grill outdoors, sit and visit around the campfire, play poker, and shoot pool, having recently joined a pool league with his brother. We are so proud of the way Justin, his brother, his cousins and his friends stepped up to the plate during the sandbagging (and removal) and was instrumental in helping his grandpa save his home during the summer flood. He is survived by his mother and step-father, Julie and Leo Ternes, his father, Larry Sellers, his brother and best friend, Eric Sellers, his grandmother, Anne Sellers, his grandfather, Bob Dolajak and friend Martha Seibel, his step-brothers, Gary (Felicia) Ternes, Leo (Rebecca) Ternes, Aaron (Lisa) Ternes, Dan (Lisa-fiance') Ternes, his step-sisters Claudette (Jamie) Bosch, Bernadette Ternes, special family friend, Kathy Perkerewicz, his uncles and aunts, Bob (Deb) Dolajak, Al (Virginia) Dolajak, and Brenda Dolajak, and his cousins, Jessie, Chris (Alli), Lance (Lisa), Lee (Kim), Lynne, Liz, Josh (Sam), Eli, and Isaiah Dolajak, Lindsey (Bert) Frishman, Lisa (Wade) Pulkrabek, Lori (Bobbie) Ball, and Miranda (Richie) Klatt, his truest friend, Doug Shipman, his poker mom and dad, Brian and Yvonne Day, and many other great friends. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Paulina Dolajak, his grandfather, Larry Sellers, Sr., and his uncle, Vern Dolajak. In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to a charity of the donor's choice.