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Jay Dittmann Obituary

Dr. Jay Tyler Dittmann Dr. Jay Tyler Dittmann, 65, a resident of Lee's Summit, Mo., passed away Jan. 1, 2020. Jay is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Terry Dittmann; daughters, Sarah Elizabeth Dittmann (husband Tyler Bruns), Christina Katelyn Dittmann, and Kate McCoy Dittmann; grandchildren Pippin, Rose, Reilly and Emma; and brother John Paul Dittmann and wife Brenda. Jay is preceded in death by his parents, John Fred and Iris Dittmann. A celebration of Jay's life will be 7-9:00 p.m. Jan. 7, Winterset Park Club House, at 2505 Wintercreek Drive in Lee's Summit, Mo.

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Published by Kansas City Star from Jan. 5 to Jan. 8, 2020.

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Debbie Reichert

January 7, 2020

Our hearts are breaking for you and many tears have been shed as you face this devastating loss. We are praying that God would comfort you in a very meaningful way. With love from your neighbors.

Carol Hallquist

January 7, 2020

I worked with Jay for most of his 33 years at Hallmark. He was a great leader. Jay built Hallmark's Research area into a world class operation and staffed it with exceptional talent. He was wicked smart and could take complicated algorithms and turn them into understandable, usable data. When Jay spoke, everyone listened. And yet, he never took credit for himself. I don't believe I ever heard him use the word "I" when associated with projects or corporate successes. He was a fierce advocate for his talented staff and gave them credit whenever possible. Jay was known as an exceptional soccer coach, but even more, he was a gifted life coach for many of us. I'd like to believe that Jay's presence will always be with us and that he'll continue to coach us, not from the sidelines, but from the best seat in the house.
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Larry and Shirley Ellis

January 5, 2020

We appreciated Jay and his love for his family. We know he will be greatly missed. Our prayers and love to all the family.

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Lee Stuart

January 4, 2020

I worked with Jay at Hallmark. My deepest sympathy on his passing. May happy memories comfort the family.

Karen Turner Estrada

January 2, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Vollmer

January 2, 2020

So very sorry for your loss. Our family's thoughts and prayers. Jay was so instrumental in both our kids soccer - and even softball for Kirsten. Jay and all of you are always coaching, helping others. Jay and each of you are loved. Jay will be missed

January 2, 2020

I am very sorry to hear about your loss .May God Bless

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