Brad Justus

Bradley Joe “Brad” Justus, 59, longtime Mooresville resident, passed away April 5, 2025, as a result of a tragic water accident. Brad was born November 6, 1965, in Indianapolis, to Charles and Patsy Ann (Carmichael), who are both surviving and living in Mooresville.  

Brad graduated from Mooresville High School in 1984, where he excelled on and off the football field as a team captain and class officer. Brad attended Indiana State University (ISU) 4 years for teaching before proudly serving in the United States Army stationed in Germany as a Pershing II Crew Member and later in the states as a chaplain’s assistant. Instead of pursuing a teaching career after his service, he chose to continue his education at ISU in graphic design, later beginning a successful career in design. In 1999, the same year that he married the love of his life, Joan, they founded their design firm, JarboMarketing. Brad’s work at Jarbo was always much more than a job. It was his vocation that provided him with the opportunity to minister to his employees and even clients. Brad was a well-respected professional in the marketing field.  

Brad was a longtime volunteer and past president of the Mooresville Junior Football League. He also coached at Paul Hadley Middle School and Mooresville High School. He loved to coach and was a positive role model to his players and other coaches throughout the years. Brad was never ashamed of turning a coaching exercise into a ministry exercise and life lesson. He was a follower of Jesus Christ and led many people to the Lord during his lifetime. He and Joan have been membersof Mt. Gilead Church since 2002 and through their company,Jarbo, assisted the church with marketing and messaging for years. Brad was a leader for small groups and was a member of the Mt. Gilead Safety team.  

Brad had an engaging personality, with his quick wit and piercing blue eyes. Brad will be remembered for his strength, dedication, compassion, wisdom, humor, service to others, his voice of reason, and his strong leadership abilities. When Brad decided to do something, he did it well—every time because he put in the work to do it well. When Brad loved someone—whether family member, friend, employee, or even client, he was not afraid to have difficult conversations when necessary. He was a true sheep dog and an effective and honest leader and servant. He and Joan loved to travel, especially seeing the world abroad. He was a passionate and gifted hunter. Brad’s memory will be forever cherished by a loving family and many friends.  

Survivors include his beloved wife of 25 years, Joan; children, Seth (Angela), Luke (Anna), Noah, and Grace Justus; parents, Charles and Patsy Ann Justus; sister, Terri (Mike) Berlier; grandchildren, Kinlee, Silas, Judah, and Ezra.  

Brad’s Life Celebration® Visitation and Funeral Service will be held at Mt. Gilead Church, 6019 E. State Road 144, Mooresville. Visitation will be Wednesday, April 9, 2025, 4 to 8 p.m. The funeral service will begin at 10 a.m., Thursday, April 10, 2025, with Jeff Faull officiating. Burial will be in White Lick Cemetery.  While flowers are appreciated, please consider making a memorial contribution to: Helping Veterans and Families (HVAF), hvafofindiana.org. Carlisle – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory is serving the family. Visit www.CarlisleBranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.