Jay DeLashmit

I know this is way beyond his passing, but I only heard of it today, Fri., May 22, 2009. My first cousin, Jay, has passed away and I am so sorry for his loss. We grew up close when we were young and unfortunately,lost touch as we grew older, but seeing his phots reminds me that he's the same sweet kid I remember, for you, see, I'm his older cousin- 7 years older to be exact and I remember spending so much time with he and Doug growing up ... still have photos/video of us as kids - those...

I was just looking up old friends on Google and found this memorial. I dated Jay for a short time in my much younger years. From what I remember he was a very sweet man. From what I read here, he continued that pattern. So sorry for the loss to his family & children.
I'm sure he turned out to be a wonderful father & husband...God Speed!

To Jay-

You now reside in unknown space,
A place we cannot know.
Transformed-you are beyond our reach,
Outside this earthly glow.

Do you soar with wings of eagle?
Do you ride the crest of wave?
On crowded streets we search for you.
Only memory can save.

You left behind-both young and old,
With aching hearts and stinging tear.
Our thoughts shall oft return to you
With the hope that you are near.

http://www.jaydelashmit.us/

This is a website dedicated to my dad, there are pictures and comments, one of his best friends Jon made it!

Dear Kara and Family,

I served with Jay while he was stationed at Chanute AFB. Jay was on my flight and when I first met him. I realized quick, Jay was a friend to all and always eager to help. We had a lot of fun patroling the streets of Chanute together. Jay was one of the trully great guys and eventhough it has been years since I have last seen or talked to him, my air force memories always included Jay and I've always considered him a great friend. Jay had a sense of humor and...

Dad... yesterday was one month since you have been gone.. I miss you more than ever today. But i know you are here with me.. I miss you and love you...

Jay,
Thanks for the memories back in high school. I'm sorry to say that I didn't have the pleasure of meeting your family, but I am certain they too are great people. Rest well and keep God laughing till I get there.

I miss you dad. I think about you every single second of every day. I always did.. and i always will. I miss you so much... i love you.

We were sorry to hear of Jay's passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Kara, Kahla, Doug, and other loved ones of Jay's. We have
many fond memories of Jay and Doug growing up.