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Jason Gwozdz Obituary

JASON EDWARD GWOZDZ Passed away peacefully at home in Toronto, Ontario on Sunday, February 19, 2012 after a long fight with melanoma. He is survived by his wife Emily, newborn son Jamieson, mother Adrienne, father Edward, sister Bobbi-Jo, brothers Sean and Tim, his niece Jorja and nephews Riley, Benjamin and William. Jason requested that a celebration of his life be held, his wake will take place from 3-6 p.m. on Sunday, February 26th, 2012 at The Gladstone Hotel, 1214 Queen St. West, Toronto, Ontario. In lieu of flowers, Jason requested that donations be made in his name to The Melanoma Research Fund at Princess Margaret Hospital. Please send to: The Princess Margaret Hospital Foundation, 610 University Avenue, Toronto, ON M5G 2M9 and quote charity number 886 00700 1267.

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Published by Toronto Star on Feb. 22, 2012.

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Ryan McCauley-Brown

March 14, 2012

Jason, you were a wonderful human-being with such a positive energy. Your ability to make people laugh and feel good about themselves was always prominent. You are sadly missed.

Darcy Olds

February 27, 2012

Jason, we enjoyed some great times together through Stampeders football and at Carleton University. You were a great warrior on the football field and in life. I wish we had have kept in closer contact in recent years. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

February 26, 2012

i'm so sad to hear of Jason's passing, i remember working with Jason and he always had something to say to make me laugh, Jason was a great person to be around and will be missed, RIP

Marsha Walker (comedy Network)

Cathy Eves

February 25, 2012

Dear Adrienne... My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this sad time. Cathy Eves. HWP

Budd Crabbe

February 24, 2012

Jason you will be missed and always remembered from your days as a Stampeder on the football field. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Rest in peace. From Budd and Kay Crabbe and family

David Gilroy

February 24, 2012

To the Gwozdz and Pengelly families please accept my heartfelt condolences for such a cruel and undeserving twist of fate. There are people that you meet along this road that we call life that are unforgettable for all the right reasons, Jason had those characteristics and more. He will be both missed and remembered by all that have had the pleasure to cross his path. Take care and remember all of the good times and his smile, it will warm your heart.

K Warner

February 24, 2012

I struggle with words at this time because there are so many things that could be said. You were a great man and left a legacy that very few could. I consider it an honour to call you a friend and will have you in my heart. My sincerest condolences to the Gwozdz and Pengelly families.

Shaun Jette

February 24, 2012

Jason - you were a man of true character and determination. You faced your fair share of adversity in this life and you deserved much better than this. It was my privilege to know you. May the Universe bring peace and strength to your family to help them through this difficult time.

Natasha D'Souza

February 24, 2012

Dear Adrienne and Family,

I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. I did not have the pleasure of meeting Jason, from what I have read, he seemed like an remarkable and special person. May his memory live on in your hearts.

Gus Van Harten

February 24, 2012

What an energic and memorable person. I will remember him as a friend in high school and after who was always open to debate and to searching together for the right and honest thing to do. He was a very good and decent person and we are all the worse off without him. My very sincere condolences. Gus Van Harten.

Carrie Crowley

February 24, 2012

You were a very special guy Jay and you will be missed by so many. There was a time when you were my best friend and I will never forget that very special time. You were strong, sensitive, so smart, so funny, loving and family focused. A part of who I am today is
because I loved and was loved by you buddy. RIP my dear friend My heart goes out to Emily, Jamie, Adrienne, Edward, Bobbi Jo, Sean, Tim and the Pengelly and Gwozdz family's xo

February 23, 2012

Dear Adrienne and family, I am very sorry to hear of your loss, he was
a wonderful young man and will be missed by so many.
Diane and Larry Vane

Lesia Gregorovich

February 23, 2012

Dear Adrienne & family,
I was heartbroken to hear the sad news of your dear son Jason's passing.May you hold him in your hearts forever.
Lesia

Robert Kitamura

February 23, 2012

Dear Gwozdz Family,

My sincere condolensces to you and your entire family at this difficult time. Jason was truly one of the good ones, who have left way too soon.

February 23, 2012

Hello Adrienne

My thoughts are with you during this trying time.
Rose Bramwell

February 22, 2012

Adrienne and family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your son, he was such a wonderful person and will be missed by so many.
Diane and Larry Vane

Tim Gwozdz

February 22, 2012

Jay you have always been my hero. I will miss our conversations but I will relive every single one every time I think of you. Rest now and we all will make sure your son knows everything about you.
I love you and will miss you more than you know.

Karmel Sakran

February 22, 2012

Dear Adrienne and Emily,
I was in tears when I received notice that Jason died. I am truly sorry for your loss. I pray each of you find strength and solace in the wonderful birth of Jamie and share his father's memories with him throughout his lifetime.

Tracey Dorr

February 22, 2012

I'm so sorry for your loss.
Jason was one of my very good buddies in high school. I loved his smile and his laugh. He was a great person with a great personality.
Tracey (Douglas) Dorr

Joana Schneider

February 22, 2012

Dear Adrienne,
I was so saddened of the death of Your loving son Jason.

Donna Toman

February 22, 2012

I remember babysitting Jason when I was 14 years old and he was not yet one. At the time I thought what a great baby, he slept so soundly. And then he woke up because his diaper needed changing.Wow for a little guy he sure could do some damage. Eleven years later I danced with him at my wedding and still remember how much fun it was.Although I didn't see Jason much after that I remember him with fondness and loving memories.
Love you cuz,

Donna

Patricia Steeves

February 22, 2012

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998

Chris Theroux

February 22, 2012

Dear Adrienne and Family:

My sincere condolences to you and your family. In the short time that I knew Jason, he was a wonderful man who loved his family and the work that he did. His smile did in deed light up a room. He will all ways be remembered for the special person that he was.

Jeff Johnson

February 22, 2012

Dear Ed and Adrienne,

My sincere condolensces to you and your entire family. The time I spent coaching Jason was a time of fond memories and lasting friendships. Jason will be sadly missed, but genuinely remembered for the special person that he was.

Sincerely,

Jeff Johnson
Portland, ME

Shirley Paterson

February 22, 2012

Dear Adrienne... My sincere sympathy at the loss of your dear Son, Jason. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. From Shirley Paterson, HWP

Marianne Nikolic

February 22, 2012

Jay, I always thought of you as a big brother (and I know I annoyed you like only little sisters can do). You were always a joy to be around. Your humour and warmth and love of life will not be forgotten. You will be missed by all who had the good fortune of knowing you. My heart goes out to the whole family and I will always be here in any way that you need.

Love always,
Marianne and Peter and Charis

Gord Middleton

February 22, 2012

Jason you will be sadly missed. when ever you were around people your smile and personality lit up the room. Never to be forgotten. From all the Middletons

February 22, 2012

I will miss you my very special son. You lit up my world. Love always mom.

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