Photo courtesy of Rees Funeral Home, Olson Chapel - Portage
Portage, Indiana
Dec 2, 1984 – Jul 26, 2018
James Patrick Fraley Jr. (Jay, JP) , age 33, of Las Vegas and formerly of Lake Station, passed away Thursday, July 26, 2018. He was born on December 2, 1984 in Merrillville, Indiana to James Patrick and Amanda Fraley. James worked for Frontier Airlines as a flight attendant and enjoyed bowling. He will be remembered as a loving partner, son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin and friend.
He is survived by partner, Greg Dillon of Las Vegas, his parents, Jim and Mandi Fraley of Portage; two sisters, Angel and Andrea Fraley; niece, Makenzi Fraley; grandfather, Earl Fraley and many other loving family members and friends.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandmother, Shelby Fraley; maternal grandmother, Karen Carr and maternal grandfather, Keith Carr.
Memorial service for James will take place Saturday, August 4, 2018 at 4:00 p.m. at Rees Funeral Home Olson Chapel, 5341 Central Ave., Portage, Indiana 46368.Memorial visitation will take place Saturday, August 4, 2018 from 2:00 pm until time of service at Rees Funeral Home, Olson Chapel. For more information, please call (219) 762-3013. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.reesfuneralhomes.com.
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Jim,Mandi,and girls
Just wanted you to know I have you in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. But know that God has plans for JP in a much better place.
JP touched so many lives with his, love, kindness,laughter and his beautiful
smile .
Remember when a butterfly flies near or pester you. It's JP letting you know he's okay. I'm here if you need me.
Love, Aunt Brenda
Brenda Iwan
August 06, 2018 | Portage, IN | Family
Too Sad, Too Young, JP will reunite with
many who shared his likes & loves. The good
memories will be eternal.
Bruce Janus
August 05, 2018 | Sandy Valley, NV
Gone too soon , loved by so many friends and family . Jay was so caring , always helping and pitching in ! No job too big to tackle or too small to help . Jay you will be missed & loved but never forgotten. My heart goes out to all that loved and cared for Jay .
Jane Campbell
August 04, 2018 | Knox, IN | Friend
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Janie Campbell
August 04, 2018 | Knox, IN | Friend
So sorry for your loss. We are thinking about you and your family during this difficult time.
Al & Sandee Ayala
August 03, 2018 | Hobart, IN
I'm so sorry for the loss of JP. He was a wonderful person to known. We met in elementary school and then drifted apart growing up until he worked at the hospital. He had a big heart and helped anyone and listened. You will be greatly missed by everyone that has ever met you.
Nathan
August 03, 2018 | Valparaiso, IN
In the short while that we were friends, I came to understand just how special a young man Jay was.
I loved the times we shared and the knowledge he passed along, REST EASY MY FRIEND, AND ENJOY THE REAL WINGS...
Stacey DiStasio
August 03, 2018 | Las Vegas, NV | Friend
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your son may god be with you
Pattie Ison (Moss)
August 03, 2018 | Portage, IN | Friend
Mandi Jim and girls,I was devastated to hear about JP. Wish I could be there and just know I love you all! RIP JP..
Shawn Britt
August 02, 2018 | Lake Wales, FL | Family
