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This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Kevin DeShazo
February 15, 2011
Thank you very much for the kind words and wonderful memories of Jay. It is nice to know he lives on in all of our hearts. His brother forever, Kevin
Dawn Salgado
January 31, 2011
Jay and I were also friends in high school. I have many fond memories of Jay. I remember spending hours upon hours watching him skateboard. He taught me about what good music was. I can still remember his bill the cat expression, which made me laugh every time. With his quick wit and wonderful sense of sarcasm, he was the highlight of many of my high school days. We also got the opportunity to reconnect in the last few years. I am so saddened to hear he is gone but grateful to have known him. My thoughts are with you all.
Trina Best
December 13, 2010
Words cannot say how I feel today as I write about Jay, he was my supervisor at Ft Jackson, a true professional. To his family, my thoughts and prayers go out to you at this time... He will be missed.
December 10, 2010
I worked with Jay in TDD at Fort Jackson several years ago. I remember him as a quiet professional. He reminded me a lot of my oldest brother and I think I was drawn to him because of that. Jay was always friendly and very proud of his family. I'm truly sorry for your loss Kim and Will. You are both in my thoughts and prayers for comfort. Nicole Fredrickson (Salt Lake City, Utah)
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Keith Gudehus
November 5, 2010
I was fortunate to work with Jay, though briefly, at Fort Jackson, SC. He was a true professional, and he will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Hart Green
November 3, 2010
Man I cant believe it... Jay was an old friend and a great guy... Dammit this sucks! Brother you will be missed. I know I havent seen you in almost 15 years but you made a great impression and contribution to my life. I wish I could have seen you before you died!
Linda Mantlo Burton
November 2, 2010
Bobby Lou and Betty Lou
Burt and I are with you in our hearts and prayers. May God be with you in this time of sorrow. We are thinking of you and will see you soon.
Wendy Scott
November 2, 2010
Donna, Kevin and Bobby...
My heart goes out to you in this painful time. Jay was a great guy!When he was a crazy teenager we had lots of good times..he worked for me when he was young and trying to figure out what he wanted to do with his life. I remember when he first started talking about joining the Army and I was so happy to see him when he visited me in full uniform looking so handsome and proud of his accomplishments.
To read about his achievements, it is obvious how proud you must be. I am so sorry for your loss and hope that like me , you will dwell on all the times of laughter he brought you. He touched my life in a way I will never forget.
Wendy Scott
Brenda Barnes
November 2, 2010
Jay was a good friend to my son, Steve all through high school. My husband and I affectionately referred to Jay as "Eddie Haskle" because he was such a nice boy. We always enjoyed having him in our home and he vacationed at the beach with our family one year. What a wonderful man he became, my heart goes out to his family. I am so sorry for your loss.
Brenda Barnes
Ali (Kutner) Holmes
November 1, 2010
Dear Kevin, I was shocked and saddened to read of Jay's passing in the paper today. While I haven't seen either of you in many years, I was instantly brought back to memories of growing up in the neighborhood together. I know he will be greatly missed - my condolences to your entire family, I pray for your strength as you heal.
Missy
November 1, 2010
My deepest condolences are with you at this time of need. Know that god
feels your pain as well. Go to him in prayer and he will comfort you very
much.
Diane (Price) Sox
November 1, 2010
Donna, Bobby, Tammy & Kevin,
I was deeply saddened to learn of Jay's passing today. I have fond memories of the days when I use to babysit for you. I hope that each of you can find comfort in knowing others care and share in your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers especially during the difficult days to come. God Bless you and your families.
Steve Barnes
November 1, 2010
Jay befriended me in high school, and remained one of my closest friends into our twenties. He was consistantly a great and true friend to me, and to this day remains one of my biggest personal influences. We unfortunately did lose touch into adulthood, going different paths, but through social media we had a chance to reconnect recently, and it was great to connect with him again, and hear of his achievements. My prayers go out to his family. He will be greatly missed, and fondly remembered by myself and all who have been his friends throughout the years.
Jenny (Domin) Kasberger
November 1, 2010
Jay and I met as teens at the kid hangout and dance club, Cellar Door . We remained good friends throughout our teen years and 20s. I have a lot of good memories of Jay. I was pleased to reconnect with him a few years ago and I am sad to see him go. My condolences to the family, as well.
November 1, 2010
Bobby, Betty Lou and Family,
Words can't express how sorry we are for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you.
Norma & Rampy
October 31, 2010
To a very special person, you will be missed. My loving condolences to the family...Tammy (Diederich) Williams
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