Justin Michael Vertino

Justin Michael Vertino, of Tampa Florida, sadly passed away on Sunday September 4th 2022, at the young age of 27. He is survived by his loving mother, Laurie Vertino; his father, James Vertino; and his younger brother, Anthony Vertino.

Justin has joined his late grandparents, Edwin & Laura Schmidt; uncles, Edwin Schmidt and John Schmidt. He is survived by many friends and family including grandparents, Michael and Sharon Vertino; Aunt Paula Vertino; Aunt Deborah Loveys; Uncle Michael and Aunt Susan Vertino; Aunt Cheryl and Uncle Brett Whitmore; Uncle David Vertino, Aunt Michelle and Uncle Eric Deutschman; Aunt Annette Vertino-Bell; and Aunt Deborah Vertino; Uncle Joseph and Aunt Athena Schmidt; Aunt Annette Schmidt-Pfentner; Aunt Julie and Uncle Theodore Richert; Aunt Paula Schmidt; Uncle William and Aunt Deborah Schmidt; Uncle Robert and Aunt Susan Schmidt; and many loving cousins.

Justin was born in Buffalo, NY on July 25th 1995, but our adventures took him to Allentown, PA., Springboro, OH., and finally to Tampa FL. He made many new friends in all the places he went, and kept his friends in all the places he left.

Justin was an excellent student and athlete and after attending Springboro High School, and after graduating Tampa Catholic High School, Justin received his bachelor’s degree at Florida State University in 2018.

After college, Justin began his career in the Health Insurance industry at Veracity Benefits where he spent his remaining years in a number of roles including Associate, Account Manager, and Reporting Business Analyst.

Justin enjoyed playing Football, Lacrosse, Soccer, and Golf, as well as playing his video games.

More than any of these facts can say, Justin was the most caring individual anyone knew. He was always there to take on any burden of his friends or family, help anyone in need, and support anyone around him no matter the personal sacrifice. He would literally give you the shirt off his back or the last dollar in his pocket.

Justin’s huge smile was infectious and his hugs were epic. There is no replacing a man like Justin so all we can do is remember and honor him. The family respectfully requests that In lieu of flowers or gifts, please consider giving to a charity or cause you feel deeply about, in his honor.

The family will receive friends from 5-7:30 pm on Monday, September 12, 2022 with a prayer service at 7:30pm at Blount and Curry Carrollwood.

A funeral mass will take place at 11am on Tuesday, September 13, 2022 at St. Timothy Catholic Church. Following the mass, Justin's family welcomes you to join them for a reception from 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm at Cheval Golf and Country Club located at 4312 Cheval Blvd, Lutz, FL 33558.

Rest in peace, our sweet boy. You will be forever in our hearts.