I’m absolutely devastated to report that Under The Gun writer Justin Proper passed away earlier tonight at 6pm. He was 26 years old.
Under The Gun Editor in Chief James Shotwell wrote a brief description of Justin:
Justin wrote for Under The Gun Review since inception in 2008, and was the site’s original film editor. He was also a diehard horror fan and a lifelong reader of Bloody-Disgusting. His idea of a good first date was hosting an Evil Dead marathon or listening to the music of See You Next Tuesday. He was sick for a long time, but he passed quickly. He’ll be missed greatly.
I had met Justin last year at the fourth year of my Three Corpse Circus film festival and I was immediately drawn in by his charisma, his passion, his friendliness, and his professional attitude. He and I maintained a relationship through Twitter over the past year and chatting with him was always a highlight to my day.
I’m writing this post with tears in my eyes. Twenty six is so damn young. I keep trying to come up with words but nothing seems right and everything escapes me. I’m honestly crushed.
My deepest condolences to his family, his friends, and the entire Under The Gun staff for this tragic loss.
Rest in peace, Justin. You are sorely missed.
