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Jay Pastal Obituary
Mesa - Jay Pastal died unexpectedly in his home on January 21, 2018 in Mesa, Arizona at the age of 47.
Jay is survived by his father Ray Pastal, sister Cheryl Champine, nephews Neil and Cris Champine, niece Khira, aunts, uncles, great nieces and nephews, many cousins, and friends. He is preceded in death by brother Kirk Pastal, mother Connie Pastal and girlfriend Cindy Hall. Jay was born on December 2, 1970 in Detroit, Michigan. He graduated from Dobson High School (AZ) in 1988. He was an army veteran of Desert Storm, and officially retired from the U.S. Post Office at age 42. He loved his sports, concerts and having fun. He will be missed by all.
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Cris Champine
April 26, 2018
Miss you uncle Jay we have so many good memories. Love always,
Cris
Kim Olander
February 8, 2018
Rest in Peace Jaybird, gone from this earth way to soon. Sending deepest sympathies to your family. I have so many great, fun & funny memories of our ol' gang & hanging together! Kimmy
February 8, 2018
You will be missed dearly by your friends and family. You were a brother to me and part of my family. We had a lot of great times together and the memories will stay strong and last forever. Until we meet again let's just say so long for now my friend Jaybird the Firebird.
Love you,
Mark and Nancy
Doug & Suzanne Hall
February 1, 2018
We will miss the phone calls that met so much to us. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Cheryl Champine
January 31, 2018
Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure, you are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure.
Love you little bro <3
Having fun in Las Vegas
January 30, 2018
Jacky Redlin
January 28, 2018
Dear Cousin, Always thought you'd visit again sometime. Sad you are gone. Love, Jacky
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