Justin Travis Hollister

July 13, 1982 ~ September 28, 2024
Justin Travis Hollister age 42 of New Hampton, IA, died Saturday, September 28, 2024, at MercyOne Medical Center, New Hampton of natural causes.
Friends may greet the family 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Monday, October 7, 2024, at the Hugeback-Johnson Funeral Home & Crematory in New Hampton. Private family burial will take place at a later date.
Justin Travis Hollister was born July 13, 1982, in Cedar Falls, IA, the son of Terry and Lynn (Feldman) Hollister. He received his education in the local public schools, proudly graduating with the New Hampton High School Class of 2000. His love for nature and commitment to preserving it led him to further his studies at Hawkeye Tech in Waterloo, where he spent two years focusing on Natural Resources. He then transferred to Upper Iowa University in Fayette, IA, where he received his BA Degree.
In 2006, Justin embarked on a career that perfectly aligned with his passions, serving as an assistant Park Ranger in Rockford, IA. He embraced this role with enthusiasm, demonstrating an innate ability to connect with both the land and the people he served. Over the years, he also worked various other jobs, each time bringing his unique blend of friendliness and practical skills to the table.
Justin’s professional journey took a new turn in 2017 when he joined the team at Hometown TV and Appliance in New Hampton. As an appliance delivery and installation specialist, he became a familiar and welcome presence in homes throughout the area. His work was more than a job; it was a means to enrich the daily lives of his neighbors and friends, ensuring they had the comforts and conveniences of modern living.
Beyond his professional life, Justin’s heart belonged to the wilderness. He was an avid deer hunter, particularly enjoying the challenge of hunting with a muzzle-loader. His happiest moments were spent in the serenity of the woods, where he felt a deep connection to the natural world. This passion extended to his love for sports, as he was an enthusiastic fan of the Hawkeyes, the Pittsburgh Steelers, and the Pittsburgh Penguins. Any opportunity to combine his love for the outdoors with his love for sports was a perfect day for Justin. “Justin as by the book and he was the book.”
Survivors include his mother, Lynn Hollister of New Hampton; his father, Terry Hollister, of New Hampton; a brother, Jordan Hollister of NewHampton.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Elmer (E.V.)(Betty) Feldman; paternal grandparents, Richard (Wanda) Hollister.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Hugeback Johnson Funeral Home
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I am so sorry for your loss.
Rosie and Tom Deutsch
Deepest sympathy to you and your family!
With extended sympathy my you lean on Jesus during this time of grief. Hold Justin in your heart and memories. Allow Jesus to take away your pain during this time of grief.
Soo very sorry to hear this! Sympathy to the family!!
So sorry to hear about Justin😢. Prayers for your family🙏🏻
Love,
Karen, Bill, Angela and Ashley
Deepest sympathy to Justin’s family.
Lynn, my deepest sympathy to you and your family. Justin was always fun to visit with and liked to joke around. May God give you strength during this difficult time.
Our deepest sympathy Lynn and family. Justin was fun to visit with and always helpful
Praying for comfort for you all in this time of loss and sorrow.
Sympathies…. RIP Justin. Always helping from what knew of him.
Lynn, Jordan and Terry,
We’re so sorry for your loss. Our hearts are with you as you go through this tough time, grieving Justin. We hope you find comfort in the love and support surrounding you.