Justin Tyler Kresin's Obituary
Effingham - Justin Tyler Kresin of Effingham Illinois left us too soon on August 23rd, 2025. His passing has left a void in so many lives around him, as we will remember Born on July 5th, 1982, Justin Tyler Kresin was the son of Lori Ann Williams and Wayde Thomas Combs. After completing high school, he made his living working in various trades before finding his path as a carpenter, working with friends at Homewise Construction. Justin will be remembered for having unwavering principles. He was great to anyone who was good to him. Justin would give anyone an opportunity to prove that they deserved a helping hand. He made the kind of relationships that would last forever if you did your part. Justin loved his family and friends so fiercely and would go to the ends of the earth to make sure they were taken care of. He had a real passion for cooking, especially grilling and smoking. Justin always made enough to share, even if it meant he would have to eat the same thing for a week. When Justin wasn’t working or at home, he was probably shooting pool, riding his motorcycles, or road tripping with friends to a concert. Justin was also a very proud owner of the Green Bay Packers and could often be found draped in their green and gold. He lived his life the way he wanted, every day until the moment he was taken from us. Justin is survived by his brother Myles Williams (Kayci), and nephew Wylder Williams of Shelbyville Illinois. His proceeded in death by his mother Lori Ann Williams, and father, Wayde Thomas Combs, along with various aunts, uncles, cousins and grandparents. We will celebrate Justin’s life with a gathering at 2 p.m. on September 6th, 2025, at the VFW in Shelbyville, IL. Everyone who cared for him is invited to come to share stories, tears, food and laughter in honor of Justin and his memory. Memorials can be made to his family. "Ride on forever, Bub and Go, Pack, Go!"
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