Justin Tyler Tant
March 15, 1984 ~ August 13, 2023
GREENSBORO – Justin Tyler Tant, age 39, passed away on Sunday, August 13, 2023. He was born in Nash County, NC on March 15, 1984. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Laudis and Esther Tant; and his maternal grandparents, Rev. Nelson and Polly Vinson.
Justin fought a short battle with cancer. He was artistically talented from a very young age. Justin worked for Carney Company as a graphic and video artist. He was a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend and will be missed by all who knew him.
Justin is survived by his mother, Ruth Vinson Coker (Matt) of Rocky Mount; his father, William Laudis Tant, Jr. (Debbie) of Charlotte; his sister, Elizabeth Blackmon (Brian), of Hillsborough; his nephews, Benjamin Blackmon and Luke Blackmon; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.
A Funeral Service to celebrate Justin’s life will be held on Sunday, August 20, 2023, at 3:00 PM in the Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services with Pastor Brandon Dees and Skip Carney officiating. A Private Burial will follow the service at Rocky Mount Memorial Park. Visitation with the family will be from 2:00 PM to 2:45 PM prior to the service in the Atrium of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home.
Flowers are welcome or memorials may be made in Justin’s memory to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
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I’m Justin’s cousin on his mom’s side. I’m a little over 3 years older. One of my earliest memories of him was when he was a baby and his mom was rocking him in a rocking chair in our grandparents house. I was standing beside the chair and I was singing to him. My aunt said I was putting him to sleep so I kept singing.
Ruth, Donnie and I are so very sorry to hear of Justin’s passing…You and all the family will be in our prayers for comfort and the peace that only God can give during these difficult days ahead…
Our thoughts and prayers with you all,at this time. My God be with you. So sorry for your loss.
I was a classmate of Justin’s at FRBCS. We always had a funny but sweet connection since we share the same birthday and loved art/drawing. We used to draw cartoons together in class and pass them back and forth to show each other or add something of our own to each other’s drawings. I will always remember him being quiet but you could get him to open up and laugh with a good drawing or joke. He will be sorely missed. I pray God will provide the special strength needed during this time of grief and loss. May you all find comfort and peace.
Ruth, Chancey and I are so very sorry for the loss of your son. We are praying for you and your family.
Ruth and family, I am so very sorry for your loss of your son. My heart breaks for you and just know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Not sure the year, but this is all the Vinson cousins except 1 not born yet.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Justin was a kind and respectful friend with a warm smile. I am truly saddened to hear of his passing. May the Lord give comfort to all his family and friends. Heaven gained a beautiful soul. Love to you all!
I know he was a very talented artist when he was young. Praying for all of you that God will give you the strength and comfort to carry on in the days ahead.
We are so very sorry for your profound loss. Your family will be in our prayers.
I will always remember Justin as a young boy! He always had a quiet nature, but he always could give you a beautiful smile. I know he is smiling now as he reunited with so many loved ones.
We are so very sorry for your loss. We are praying for God’s comfort to carry you through. You have our deepest condolences.
Thinking of you all and keeping you in my prayers. Love Arlene & Donald Barringer Laurinburg, NC
Justin you will be missed.
My family and I are very sorry for your loss. Justin and I became friends almost 6 years ago. Even though we did not meet face to face as I live in a different country, we became very good friends. He was a kind soul, funny, caring and talented. He was like a brother to me & my family considered him as family. His passing was a shock & devastating to us. We pray that your family will be comforted in this time of grief. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you. Once again, our deepest, heartfelt condolences to your family.
Edmilla Matthew & Family