Jason Surber

1970 - 2015

Jason Surber obituary, 1970-2015, LIBERTYVILLE, IL

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Jason Surber Obituary

Jason Russell Surber, 44, passed away on Friday, March 27, 2015 at Midwest Paliative and Hospice Care Center in Glenview surrounded by loved ones. He was born Nov. 27, 1970 In Indianapolis, IN and was a resident of Vernon Hills, Lincolnshire and Libertyville for the past 41 years. Jason was a graduate of Stevenson High School, DePauw University, John Marshall Law School and received his MBA from Northwestern University. Jason was the president of ATF, Inc, chairman of EAFM of Mexico and served on the board of the Industrial Fastener Institute. He was an active member of Christ Church Lake Forest where he was a Sunday School teacher and active with the Men's Fraternity. He was also a member of the Young President's Organization, Exmoor Country Club and Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity. Also, he was a great aficionado of New Orleans music and a published author. He loved being with his wife and daughters, was a former Indian Princess Leader, active with his daughter's sports teams and especially enjoyed taking them on great family trips. Jason touched many lives and inspired us all to be better. Surviving are his wife Kirsten (nee Ihmels) Surber; 3 children, Addison, Charlotte and Tatum; his parents, Don and Nancy Surber; brothers, Ryan (Christy) Surber and Kyle (Jenn) Surber; Father and Mother-in-law, Bob and Pat Ihmels; Sisters-in-law, Megan (Matt) Simpson and Sarah Ihmels. Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, March 31, 2015 at Christ Church Lake Forest, 100 N. Waukegan Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wed. April 1, 2015 at Christ Church. Interment will follow at Lakeside Cemetery in Libertyville. Memorial contributions can be made to either Christ Church Lake Forest; DePauw University, RIC (Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago) or Northwestern University Kellogg School of Management. Arrangements are by the Burnett-Dane Funeral Home in Libertyville. Info: 847-362-3009 or please sign the guest book at www.burnettdane.com.

Published by Chicago Tribune Media Group Publication from Mar. 30 to Apr. 2, 2015.
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Kirsten, Mitchell and I are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Sandy Knopoff

April 13, 2015

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Surber,

While I didn't know your son, I can tell just by looking at him that you must have been great parents who gave him a great life. What a smile!

My sincere condolences on your loss.

Erica

April 7, 2015

I worked with Jason as a mfg. rep for a number of years and traveled many miles with him. Just found out today he passed away. Always admired his intelligence and genuine care of his fellow man. Always used him as a marker for others since he was such a special person and I was privileged to have known him. My thoughts are with you.

Jimmy Moore

April 7, 2015

We pray you are comforted by the caring people who love both you and Jason. You are in our prayers. We feel blessed to have known Jason and are constantly uplifted by his faith and determination. You, Kirsten, were an amazing support system for him. Your devotion to him and your girls was inspiring. Chuck read his book and drew great strength from it. We have given it as a gift. We pray God places peace in your heart and that the memories and joys of Jason will be your strength in getting through this difficult time.

Wendy Dewildt

April 6, 2015

-Sending our thoughts and prayers-

Megan Clancy

April 3, 2015

Kirsten: my deepest condolences to you, your children and your extended families on your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time.

Lisa Labaschin

April 2, 2015

Don & Nancy,
Our hearts go out to your entire family for your loss. Andrea & I will keep Jason in our prayers at mass this Easter Sunday.
Love,
The Perino's

Angelo & Andrea Perino

April 2, 2015

Good memories for Bill from Men's Fraternity, as part of Jason's group. Both of us knew Jason as a man of faith, gracious, gentle and a joy to be around. Bill & Judy Slater.

Bill & Judy Slater

April 2, 2015

Kirsten, I am so sorry for your loss. I hope you and your family can find some peace during this time. My very deepest sympathies. Sending you a big hug.

Cindy Urbano

April 1, 2015

I am so sorry to hear the terrible news of Jason. My heart goes out to you, Kirsten, and your girls; you will be in my prayers. I hope you find some peace in your joyful memories and comfort from your family and close friends.

April 1, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with you & the girls. Jason's spirit lives on and he will forever be with you.

Melissa Kabel

April 1, 2015

Nancy and I were shocked and saddened by this news. Jason was the whole package -- brains, sweetness, humor, and lots more positive nouns I could add. You can see them pouring from that photo. I was Jason's colleague at his last law firm job before he joined the business, and working with him was an unalloyed pleasure. Nancy's and my deepest sympathies to all of his loved ones and the many he touched.

April 1, 2015

Kirsten- We are very sorry for your loss and your beautiful girls. May your memories carry you through these difficult times.
Sorry we cannot be with you, we are out of town.

Melissa Kaufman- Vernon Hills

Melissa & Neil Kaufman

March 31, 2015

I am sorry for your loss, but I am a better person for getting to know Jason. Jason's faith in the Lord was a beacon of light in a world growing dim. I pray the Holy Spirits comfort on the family and rejoice in meeting in heaven some day.

John Crishock

March 31, 2015

My condolences to the Surber and ATF families. Jason was truly one of the nicest of people I've had the pleasure of working for. So sorry to hear of his passing.

Nick Safranek

March 31, 2015

To Jason's family and loved ones: Please accept my condolences for your loss. Jason was a very courageous man who fought as hard as he could so that he could be with you all as long as he could. He told me that your love and support meant everything to him. May your memories help sustain you.

John Hayes, MD

March 31, 2015

Jason, you were such an amazing human being. Your contagious smile and laugh will be greatly missed. You demonstrated integrity in everything you did. My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. I will pay it forward every day to honor the person that you were. Rest in Peace.

Karen Nolan

March 31, 2015

Don & Family,
My heart goes out to you at the loss of your son.
Virginia Pope
Former AFT Employee
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Virginia Pope

March 31, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss and extend my sincere condolences to your family. Peace be with you.

Robin Gerber

March 30, 2015

My thoughts & prayers are with the entire Surber Family. I got to know Jason during our years at DePauw, and it is so hard to know we will no longer have another chance to see his smiling face, hear his distinct voice or feel his positive energy as he enters a room. He was such a beautiful soul. Thank you for touching our lives, Jason. We will forever miss you.

Mary Ann Brumbaugh Prouty

March 30, 2015

Deeply sorry for your loss.

Sallie Rootberg

March 30, 2015

OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL HE WILL BE MISSED

Tony & Sandy Wright

March 30, 2015

He is in Gods hands now . Peace be with you and your family.

Lucky Rosebrugh

March 30, 2015

We are so saddened to lose Jason. We hold him in our memories both for what he did and also for the wonderful person he was. Our thoughts go out to you and Nancy Don and of course also to Ryan.

Linda and Vern Loucks

March 30, 2015

Our hearts are broken for the family such a great loss for Jason family he will always be remember for the kind and gentle man he was Our prayers and thoughts are with Surber family

Bill and Nancy Gewargis

March 30, 2015

Please know our thoughts and prayers are with Jason and all of your family. Love Mirra,CD & family

Mirra & CD Dickson

March 30, 2015

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3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Christ Church Lake Forest

100 N. Waukegan Road, Lake Forest, IL 60048

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Christ Church Lake Forest

100 N. Waukegan Road,, Lake Forest, IL 60048

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Libertyville, IL 60048

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