Reader, Jay R.
Jay Ross Reader (Hebrew: Aryeh), loving son, grandson and brother, and devoted student of the Torah, passed away on February 19th. He was 20 years old.
Jay is remembered for his wide smile, deep-seeded kindness, and intense love of family and friends. Friends and family remember Jay for his quick wit, sense of humor, and zest for life. Jay's passions included sports (he loved watching the Redskins and excelled at playing tennis), politics and the financial markets, being with family and friends and studying Torah. Jay attended New Canaan High School, University of Mississippi (Ole Miss), and, most recently, Southern Connecticut State University.
Jay assiduously nurtured his Judaism over the years, and it blossomed while studying with Rabbi Wilhem at Yeshivas Beis Dovid Shlomo in West Haven. Jay deeply enjoyed the Shabbos, when the world slowed down and cell phones turned off, when one's focus returned to nourishing the soul with a hearty meal, quiet reflection and study, and the company of family and friends.
Jay is survived by his mother and father, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Reader, of New Canaan, CT; his sister, Ms. Alanna Reader, also of New Canaan; his grandfather, Hyman Reiser, of Newtown, CT; numerous loving, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends across the Tri-State area, including his extended family at Yeshivas Beis Dovid Shlomo. Please send donations in lieu of flowers to Yeshivas Beis Dovid Shlomo, PO Box 26005, West Haven, CT, 06516. Services were entrusted to the Leo P. Gallagher & Son Funeral Home www.leopgallagherstamford.com

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Published by Stamford Advocate on Feb. 22, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Jay Reader

42 Entries

Mike Croke

April 10, 2015

One of the kindest, most curious souls I've ever met. A different breed our generation was lucky to have encountered and your powerful legacy can be carried on by those who loved you. Long Live Jay Reader

March 29, 2015

Many lessons learned that I will never forget thanks to Jay. Hope you find peace on the other side buddy.

Frances Thompson

March 23, 2015

I watched Jay grow up at Butterscotch Auction from the time he was a very little boy. He would watch and learn (and bid) so enthusiastically and was always such a sweet boy with a warm smile. My heart goes out to you all and I hold you in my prayers.

March 20, 2015

Your passing leaves me with a heartache no one can heal. My love for you leaves a memory no one can steal.I will love you forever and ever,be safe.

Josh Burger

March 7, 2015

To the Reader family,

Jay and I spent a summer playing tennis together in North Myrtle Beach, SC. I will always remember Jay for his smile, sense of humor and kind nature. The many good times that we had together on and off the tennis court will always be remembered by me, and his positive spirit will forever live on. Jay always had a way of making my day, and he will be greatly missed. Best wishes.

March 7, 2015

You were the most beautiful, special brother a sister could have ever asked for. I was so blessed to have you in my life, as you were my teacher, the person I marveled at, the person I looked up to. You were and will always be my older brother and there will always be a special place for you in my heart. I love you with all of my heart and soul and thank you for being the best brother I could have ever asked for. All of My Love, Forever and Ever, Elenna

MVann

March 6, 2015

(Genesis 22:18) God promised Abraham that by means of his seed all the nations of the earth will be blessed. May you the family have peace from wonderful memories of him, and the unquestionable promise that God made to Abraham.

sheryl

February 27, 2015

I will never forget the person you were. Smart, funny,kind and real.You were too good for this world.My life will never be complete without you.Till we meet again.May your family find strengh

February 26, 2015

Erika and family
I am so sorry to hear of yur loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Ken

Greg Labanowski

February 25, 2015

Dear Jay

I was so sad when I heard the news man. Our summer in Myrtle Beach was one to remember. More than what you ever said to me, what you ever did for me, the one thing I remember is how you always made me feel. You were such a light hearted, caring person and I will miss you dearly. Rather than be sad, I am thankful for having gotten the chance to know you and spend a summer together. Keep an eye out on all of us from Crown Elite, and see you soon man.

Greg Labanowski

February 25, 2015

Erika, Paul and Alanna,
We are so sorry to hear of Jay's passing. We are thinking of you and extend our deepest sympathies to your family.
Our hearts are with you in those trying times.
Elizabeth for New Canaan Mounted Troop

February 25, 2015

To the Reader Family, relatives and friends of the family, our prayers as well as our hearts are with you.

Mike, Marla & Kellie Reis

February 25, 2015

Dear Erika and family,
I grew up in Ardsley with your sister, Ellen.I spent a lot of time at your home and remember you as a little girl. I never had the pleasure of meeting your son, Jay, but through stories I've heard from Ellen, he was just a wonderful and very special person. My heart breaks for you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of grief.
Patti (Braia) Monaco
Brewster, NY

February 25, 2015

Dear Erica, Paul and Elana...so very sorry for your terrible loss, please know you are all in my prayers, as is Jay, your beautiful, special boy.
Deepest sympathies, Marissa

Selma Blue

February 25, 2015

Paul,Erica and Family
I am sorry to hear of the passing of Jay, my thoughts and prayers are with you.

February 24, 2015

Dear Paul, we were deeply saddened to learn of your loss. Our sincere sympathy is extended to you and your entire family.
Judy and Alan Benjamin (Formerly of Red Fox Rd)

Josh Nicolet

February 24, 2015

Dear Reader Family,

I am incredibly saddened by the news of Jay, and my heart aches for your family. I had the pleasure of knowing Jay through tennis in South Carolina and will never forget time spent with him during those summers. He was one of the happiest people I've ever met, always cracking jokes and making people laugh. But, when it was time to get to work on the court, he put his game face on.

My deepest condolences for your loss.

February 24, 2015

To Paul, Erika, Alana and the rest of the family. Our hearts go out to you and we send our prayers to all in the family for healing.

The Hardisty Family

February 24, 2015

Dear Paul, Erica and family
I am so sorry to hear about Jay. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Pete and Phyllis Delinski

Lisa Melland

February 23, 2015

Our daughters, Katie and Lydia, are friends with your daughter Alanna. We are so incredibly sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you all and wishing you peace and healing during this time.

February 23, 2015

Dear Paul

We are so sorry to hear about the loss
of your son Jay. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Erika and Alanna.

Sharon and Catherine Moore

Bill & Regina van der Heyden

February 23, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time ... Bill & Regina van der Heyden

Jeanette Ritch

February 23, 2015

Jay was spiritual and spoke highly of his grandfather- he admired him greatly. Much love to your family at this time.

February 23, 2015

To the Reader Family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy for the loss of your son, brother and grandson Jay. You are in our prayers.

We send a special hug to Alannayou are in our hearts.

Ann, Katherine and Caroline Brickley

February 23, 2015

Dear Paul & family: I am very sorry to learn of your terrible loss. I'm disappointed I could not be with you to offer some support. God Bless You. Sincerely, Leo Gallagher, Naples, FL

Sarah O'Brien

February 23, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss.

February 22, 2015

My deepest condelence to the Reader Family,Jay was a fine young man. I rememeber him coming into to the bank with you Paul to open an account and i thought to myself what a wonder man he is .
Anita Manginelli
Norwalk CT

anita manginelli

February 22, 2015

To the Reader Family and friends our deepest condolence my heart goes out to you and your family. My fondest memory of Jay was when his family bought him into the bank where I worked
and I said to myself what a fine young man always with a smile.

Jane and Ted Drzyzga

February 22, 2015

Our hearts are so incredibly broken for the loss of your son Jay. May you find peace and comfort in remembering the good times and be given the strength you need to get through this most difficult time. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Margaret. Nolan Davis

February 22, 2015

Our deepest sympathies to the Reader Family. We are deeply sorry in the passing of your Son Jay.

Russ, Margaret and Lisa Davis

Jim Jakubek

February 22, 2015

Paul,
My sincerest condolences to you and your family.

February 21, 2015

We are so sorry to hear the sad news about Jay. He was a great young man with a great smile. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time
Sincerely. Steven,Sharon and Tyler Stuart

Patty Reyna

February 21, 2015

I am so grateful to have had the pleasure of seeing Jay last month, and to meet his mom and dad. Please know that I will remember him always as he was that night, humble, grateful and wise beyond his years. With a warm smile he shared his story hoping it might help others. I am heartbroken at the loss of such a special and amazing young man. My thoughts and prayers got out to all who knew and loved him.

February 21, 2015

We are all incredibly saddened and shocked by the news of Jay's sudden passing. From the entire Neuhaus family we express our deepest condolences and most sincere apologies to your family in this tragic time. Jay will be dearly missed by us all.

Sending our prayers,
Dylan, Erik, Todd, and MaryKay Neuhaus.

Brent Kilray

February 20, 2015

All of his myrtle beach tennis friends are at a loss. Jay always a fixture in our remembering the summers. No words or a thousand sorry's can express our sadness.

February 20, 2015

All Robinson's are so sorry to hear about Jay's passing.

We have very fond memories of Jay and his bright smile and effervescent personality.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Erica, Paul and Alanna.

Ryan Gunning

February 20, 2015

I am so sorry to hear of this devastating loss. I was a friend of Jay's from Mountainside. He was a great guy and will be missed. I can't imagine the pain you are going through but I will continue to pray for Jay and his family.

Sincerely,

Ryan Gunning

February 20, 2015

We are sorry beyond words for your loss. May Jay rest in peace. Our deepest condolences.
Sincerely, Pat, Marina, Angelica and Jon-Luke Ferrandino

Christine Segalas

February 20, 2015

We are greatly saddened to learn of the news of the death of your son, Jay. It's been a number of years since Jay has graced our home. My son, Nick Shaw and Jay met at Camp Playland when they were little. It was around middle school that I recall Jay first coming to our house. He was a very polite boy who always came up to say 'hello' to me when he arrived, unlike some of my son's other friends. He was a funny kid making everyone laugh including me. I never saw him play tennis but I knew he was a very talented tennis player and we used to talk about tennis around the kitchen since we shared that in common. My children, Samantha and Nick and I send our deepest condolences to your family. We pray that he is at peace and our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.

Laura Einstein

February 20, 2015

We are so very saddened to hear of Jay's passing. Please accept our condolences to you and your family. Please also give an extra hug to Alanna. You are in our thoughts. Sincerely, Laura, Peter and Hannah Einstein

February 20, 2015

Our sincere condolences to you and your family on the death of your son Jay. I did not know him personally; my son and daughter attended Saxe and NCHS with Jay. We pray that he is at peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of sorrow. Sincerely, Joe & Sarah Burke and family.

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