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Brandy Costas
March 6, 2022
Jay, it still feels like yesterday that we were talking about cars and you were explaining stuff to me about mine. Then suddenly you were gone. How I would give anything to hear you go on about engines again. I miss you. You were a brother to me and the loss of you is still deeply felt. I love you. I pray you are at peace. Fly high bro!!
Heather B
April 17, 2007
Jason, I feel like I am the only one that calls ya that. But have since the first day we ever met. You laughin at me bc my dad was making me go home early and turnin my cell phone off. Then hanging out at ur house drinking and you telling the guys " u just go out in the other room and read ur damn meg." Then me telling ya that I can tell when you are out driving around in hanover b/c your car bounces up and down like crazy! lol. You were always doing something to your cars. from changing the color to the motor to lowering um. Then that night we got in trouble in wal mart parking lot for sitting there talking for 20 sec and the cop tells us we been there for a good 10 mins lol. You offered to take us girls home bc we were not aloud to be out late. U were such a sweetheart guy. I really wish we could have spent a lot more time together. Your little girl is so cute and I am sure everyone will make sure to tell her how awesome of a dad she had. Rest in peace. I will try to get up to see you buddy! luv ya!
Shantae Dixon
April 15, 2007
WOW I REMEMBER WHEN I FIRST MET JASON, I WAS 12 AND LIVED ON HIGH STREET. I CAN SAY WE HAD A LOT OF GOOD TIMES TOGETHER BUT I WOULD TRADE THEM ALL IN TO HAVE ONE MORE DAY OF HIM HERE ON EARTH. ALISHA MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU AND YOUR MOM AND NICOLE AND THE BABY. I WILL HELP YOU OUT WITH STUFF FOR THE BABY AS MUCH AS I CAN. I HAVE MORE OUTFITS TOO FOR HER. JAY WILL BE MISSED AND HE WILL REMAIN IN OUR HEARTS. I LOVE YOU GUYS. KEEP YOUR HEADS UP!!!
Cindy Godlove (Hutton)
April 13, 2007
Hey Alisha and Sharon, Im so sorry to hear about Jay. Stay strong and hang in there. He will be missed by me. I miss ya. My thoughts and prayers are with you everyday.
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Tracy Sterner
April 7, 2007
It's so hard to believe that such a young life was taken away so needlessly. Tim and I remember when Jay and Alisha were just little kids and we used to watch the two of them. Jay was so shy. I still remember his little sheepish grin. You have a strong family and together you will all get through this. Always remember to let that precious little girl know what a great man her daddy had become. He will continue to live through her. Please remember that we are always here if you ever need us.
Love,
Tim & Tracy Sterner
Chris Ridinger
April 5, 2007
Mom,Alisha,Nicole
My sympahty goes out to all of you. You guys all kno that Jay was like a brother 2 me. I lived with you guys for 3 years we are all like family and its just to hard to believe that Jay is gone. Steph and I will do as much as we can 2 help you all out. We love u guys like family just call us if you need anything. Jay your daughter Kaylyn is beautiful she will know what a great man her daddy was we will all let her know that u were a great guy. We will help them out as much as we can. I promise you that brother.
With all of our love
Chris and Steph
Beth Hansen
April 4, 2007
Jay, I dont even know what to say. It honestly doesnt even feel real. Im glad I got to know you even though we only met a year ago. You were a great person. Your daughter is beatiful. I promise I will always be there for Nicole if she needs me. ~Beth
Brandi Zartman
April 4, 2007
whoa jay. i can't believe that ur actually gone "/ its soo weird. Im not use to haven u around. U were always a great person to be around. u made me laugh all the time. Even tho we didn't hang out much & everything. But when we did hang out it was fun as hell!! I'll never forget you n that's a promise! Its hard for me to go past your house. But all the great times we've had n everything, i'll never forget em! Ur babigirl & nicole will be taken care of! You will never be forgotten. You are always in my heart babe!! I miss you "/. *hugsz* i'll c you when my time comes!
VALERIE KELLY
April 4, 2007
Even though I really didnt know you, Its still sad to hear about someone passing away that I used pass paths in the hallways with or shared a gym class with....I am deeply sorry for everyones loss and I cant possibly understand how painful this must be- There is talk about a car show for you and I will defintly be there...anyone needs anything please email me
<3 Valerie
RIP!
Ashleigh Braithwaite
April 3, 2007
Jay... wow i dont even kno wat to say becuz i still dont believe u r gone:( u have a beautiful daughter that will always love you and nicole will always b by ur side... i always think of u and u will always b in my memories... i miss u but remember ur never gone
*never drive faster than ur guardian angel can fly*
Chris Costas
April 3, 2007
Jay, I've never been any good at writing my feelings down... I just wanted to tell you how much I love you. You are like a little brother to me. I thought that I'd share some of my best memories with you... From Hide-n-Go Seek on Frederick Street to our TGIF nights every Friday nite. Also, how we had to sneak around my Dad just so we could see you guys when we were younger. I want to thank you for all the car talks & your patience with me for not knowing everything. I wish I could turn back time, so that I could ask God to take my soul instead of yours. I feel so much pain for Kaylyn and wish she wouldn't have to go through the pain I did as a kid. I will truly miss you every single day. Try to keep yourself & my Mom (ur Aunt Sue)out of trouble up there. Love ya Always....
Kristine + Michael Hull
April 3, 2007
Time heals all wounds. Or so I'm told. Losing a loved one can be very difficult. I lost two loved ones at once, so I can share your pain. My greatest sympathy goes out to everyone touched by this tragedy. All of you are in our hearts and prayers. God Bless.
Kim Staub
April 3, 2007
Memories are something to be cherished. Remembered with love. Enjoyed with laughter. Grief is a time of patience and discovery about youself. Grief provides reflections into the past, acceptance of the present and creative thoughts unto the future. It allows family, friends, laughter, memories, and tears to bring us back to strength. Grief also catapults change by forcing us to face the pain and to find a way to move on. Move on by NOT forgetting our loved ones, but in celebrating the life they shared and the many things they brought forth into ours.Things will never be the same for each of you: Sharon, Alisha, Nicole, Zack, Billy, Kaylyn, Chris and Brandy, just as you will never be the same after experiencing a senseless death such as Jay's. Rejoice in what you now have with each other. Make Jay proud to have shared his life with you!!
Nicole Brehm
April 1, 2007
Baby it's me. I've been doing a lot of thinking about us lately. I honestly believe this is going to be impossible for me to accept. I keep stairing out the window hoping that you are going to come home, but you never pull in the driveway. When I go to bed, I think, well, you'll come in soon, but you don't. I love you baby. You will always be in my heart.
Brandy Costas
March 29, 2007
It's me again. I guess to some it seems dumb to keep talking to you like this but I just know that you are hearing it, that you know every word we feel and say to/about you. I keep wondering when all this will sink in. They day we saw you for the last time, we all lost a part of ourselves and our hearts shattered. That day was all too real... but now it all seems like a nightmare. I keep thinking when I'm at the house that you'll walk in all greasy from fixing yet another car or that you'll come down the steps and say "Whazz up?". But you don't... Every time I get in a car, I think of you. Today when I avoided an accident at the last second, I thought of you, that it was you looking out for me, keeping me safe, just as you are all of us. Will I ever be able to really enjoy driving again or will the sorrow always come?... Jay, I'd give whatever I had to to give you back to your family, to Mom, Kaylyn, Cole, Alisha, Zac, Chris, to everyone... You'd be proud of everyone, Jay! We are all sticking together and getting by one day at a time. Mom is doing as well as she can, but is stronger than anyone I know. Cole & Kaylyn are hanging tough, & all of us are looking out for them for you. Alisha & Zac are missing you too, but also hanging tough. Chris has lost a brother in you but takes comfort knowing that you & his Mom are together, caring for each other, keeping each other company, & watching over all of us. I think of you every single day & regret not hanging with you more. I only hope that you know I love you bro & that you are missed by all of us every single day & always will be. We all love you so very very much Jay!!!! But we take comfort in knowing that one day all of us will be together again.... Save us seats in the party section and carry our love with you, as we carry you with us in our hearts always...
Amber Mummert
March 13, 2007
Jay .. i miss you so much. Words can't even explain how bad this hurts knowing that your gone. Ill never forget the memories we have shared together and every little thing that youve done for me. If it wasnt for you i wouldn't be how i am today. As the days go on more and more memories keeping coming back and it's so hard to think ther wont ever been anymore with you but i will cherish the ones we did have. I love you so much jay. Keep looking out over all the ones that love you and miss you!rest in peace jay!
you & your family are in mi thoughts and prayers!
Christina Valenzia
March 13, 2007
Thoughts and prayers go out to your family at this hard time. Jason you will be missed by friends and family. Goodbye our good friend
bljmt
March 13, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May your memories comfort you in this very difficult time.
Jessica Hagerman
March 12, 2007
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. It is such a shame that someone so young and great can be gone just like that. He was a good person and will always be missed. Again I am so sorry for your families loss.
Charlene & Cary Flynn
March 12, 2007
Sharon & Alisha,
Words cannot express how very sad and sorry we all are for your tragic loss. The family sends their heartfelt condolences. Remember that Jason will always be a part of you and will always live in your heart. Peace and comfort to Nicole and Kaylyn. Our prayers and thoughts are with you always.
With deepest sympathy,
The Flynn, Mewshaw, Seymer & Seibert Families
sharon wagner
March 12, 2007
my baby,my boy,my heart.there really are`t any words.each minute,each second is difficult.i just needed to thank everyone for the amazihg amount of suppot we have been given.god bless you all .
mom
Brian Sponar
March 12, 2007
My condolenses to the family. Losing a fellow drag racer and Street to Strip classmate is not easy to accept. Jason was a great competitor and occassional loser. I was looking forward to going Honda to Honda!! I'm sorry for your loss.
Dan Hahn
March 11, 2007
Whats up J? Everyone misses you alot man. Keep an eye over your family, I wish you couldve seen the party we had for you! Very good times. I still have those tail lights and coilovers on my car, there lookin pretty good on there. I want to leave what i said today up to you man, i hope it is ok. Let me know somehow man. I miss you! - Dan
Alisha Carbaugh (Sister)
March 11, 2007
i just want to thank everyone for all the love and support. it means so much to know that so many people care. jay, you left us too soon. i miss you so much already. your baby girl will be very well taken care of. i don't know what i'm going to do without you. you were my best friend. you were a great brother, son, uncle and wonderful father. kaylyn has no idea what she's missing out on. i still can't believe your gone. it still doesn't seem real. i love you so much. i'll be here helping nicole take care of kaylyn so don't you worry about that. we'll make sure she carries the carbaugh name with pride. there is so much i want to tell you. i didn't even get to talk to you the day you died. i should have just called you on my lunch break to bother you like i was going to. maybe you wouldn't have been at the spot at that time. no one was ready for you to go. i love you lil' brother with all my heart! we are taking donations to help pay for the services and headstone. we are also making window decals in memory of jay. all profits will go towards the services anything left will go towards kaylyn, jay's daughter. anyone who is interested call me or stop by my house. thank you all so very much for your thoughts and prayers. i love you jay! rest in peace.
March 11, 2007
wow man i cant believe this i cant beleive that your actually gone there is so much u didnt get to do in life that u won get to i cant im gonna miss u man im gonna miss comming up to the garage every night and tkin to u man ill neber forget those night R.I.P
TOSHA TONEY
March 11, 2007
I am so sorry to hear about this. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kimberly Burgoon
March 10, 2007
There was so much for you to see n do and yet you have been takin from us so fast.I send my sorrow to the family of a great person,RIP! You will be missed more then ever!
ANGiE MiLLER
March 10, 2007
I'm so sorry for your loss Alisha. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
ashley burness
March 10, 2007
i dont know what happened it seems like u were here yesterday talking to us and now ur gone just in the blink of an eye...i remember when back in the day everytime u had a problem ud come to me and id do the same to u...im still listening but u wont have none up there but if so just do something ill know ur there...i remember when i first saw ur daughter i didnt even get a chance to say a word yet and u already had her out holding her up u said look at my daughter with a big old smile on ur face....ill never forget it...well i love u and will never forget u J bye
Dennis Coant
March 10, 2007
Jay,
Man, too soon to go but you're in heaven now, a far better place. We had some of the coolest times together...camping, hanging out, going to get our driver's licences together- watching me fail mine a couple times, haha...and most of all just being us. I know we lost being as close to each other as we could have stayed, but we moved on as people and friends do. But when we ran into each other it was like nothing changed from when we still lived together. Well man, i'll see you in heaven - miss you and will always remember..
Veronica, Kevin (Alicias's parents)
March 9, 2007
Alisha and your family, I am so sorry for your loss. Alisha you sure have not had a break, have you? You know if there is anything we can do please let us know. We love you!!!!!! Our thoughts and prayers are always with you, your family and Zack..........
Brandy Costas
March 9, 2007
Things will never be the same without you Jay! Blood or not, you will always be my brother!! I promise you that I will do all I can for the family and for Kaylyn. I'll help everyone else in letting her know you and how much she was your world. I love you Jay, and will miss you every day! To Jay's family, my family... I'm here always for you and anything you need. We'll take one day at a time and get through this as best we can like we do everything, good and bad,... together. I'm honored to be in the family. I love you all more than you know...
christopher redding
March 9, 2007
J was a really good friend to me, we talked everyday i new that boy for ten years and its really hard for me to get threw this because everytime we talked the only thing we talked about was cars and pine trees. He loved ridin in his car everytime i would call him i would ask him wat you doin he would say just driven around and workin on his cars. But the only thing J wanted best for him was his true luv nichole and his new born baby grl to live a wonderful life and never forget about hims so Im out J i will never forget about you and i will see you everyday, dont forget about me little christopher.
Kaylyn LeAnn Carbaugh
March 9, 2007
Hey Daddy! It's your best girl. I just wanted to say that I love you. You make make me smile all the time and I love playin airplane. Mommy promised we'll always play airplane and I'll get my daily dose of MeMaw every day. Mommy don't know it but I see you sometimes... She's been givin me kisses at night from you, but it's just not the same as you bein here. I'll love you always and miss ya bunches!
Terry Hartlaub
March 9, 2007
jason u werent just a friend to me u were a best friend and dont forget that! But im just stunned! of wut happened. im gonna miss u man i wish this never happened!!!
Nicole Brehm
March 9, 2007
~*My Baby*~ Hey Baby it's me. You have no idea how much everyone loves you. This is so hard to believe. We were so ready to buy our home and start our lives together. I know our baby is the most important thing to you, so you better believe that she will be well takin care of. She's all I have left of you other than the great memories we shared. I'm so afraid that I'm going to forget everything, that I have been sitting here all week thinking of everything I can possibly remember about our time together. I wish I could have met you a lot sooner so that I could have loved you longer. It's so hard to find the strengh to go on especially at night when I try to fall asleep without you by my side. I just keep thinking about Kaylyn and how much she needs me now. I honestly have no idea what I'm going to tell her when she gets older and asks about why you aren't here. I will promise you this, I will try my hardest to tell her how great of a man you were, but it's never going to do you justice. I need you here baby. I love you so much. You have no idea how much. I'm sorry I was afraid to give you a kiss today. I just really don't want to say goodbye yet. I was thinking why couldn't this have happened to someone else, but you know what, I wouldn't wish this pain on anyone. Baby you're in my thoughts always. I hope you can here me. Just bear with me through this and put up with me. I know you don't want me to be upset, but I can't believe you would think I wouldn't be. This isn't goodbye. It will never be goodbye. Someday we will be together again. I got that spot beside you for a reason. You are my soulmate. Together Forever remember! Love always...
Shawn Grimes
March 9, 2007
Jay, so many good times we've had together...imma miss you alot bro...its like i can't believe this all is true, it was only the other day that we were all together in the garage...our time together was way too short...i will always remember you bro!!REST IN PEACE...NEVER FORGOTTEN..P.O.S. FOREVER!!!
Mrs. Snider
March 9, 2007
We will never forget you.
The Staff of Oxford Christian Academy.
Gary & Penny Fair
March 9, 2007
to the family, sorry for your loss he's in a better place.
Heather Barthold
March 9, 2007
It feels like yesterday when I seen you! I can't believe you are gone now. I really don't even want to believe you are. I wanna pick up my phone and call you and hope you pick up! You were a great guy! I miss you buddy! I know your up there watching over everyone now.
As for jasons family, my thoughts and prays are with you!
Jessica Haverstock
March 8, 2007
Nobody that young deserves this...you & your family will be in my prayers.... RIP!!! You'll be missed by many!!!
Heather Klinefelter
March 8, 2007
Wow, it's hard to believe. Words can not explain. J, we always had good times in school. You will be missed greatly by many. Rest in peace. To J's family, Nicole, and Kaylyn just remember you have a special guardian angel looking upon you now. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sue Baadte
March 8, 2007
Nicole, my heart just breaks for you and Kaylin. Be strong for you and the baby. My deepest condolences.
Stevie Livelsberger
March 8, 2007
Bucky you were one of my best friends there are so many memories we shared together. Ill never forget the time when you said the old hatchback wasnt running right. then we took it up the road and i rolled 4th, the mark was on the road for months. i will cherish all of them forever. My heart goes out to J's family & friends we will all miss him dearly. your pos partner stevie.
Becky Ruppert
March 8, 2007
I'm so sorry for your loss Alisha. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
erich halter
March 8, 2007
ah man. j. this really sux dude. i know i havnt seen you since the summer, but u knew my situation. nicole, im so sorry. if there is anything that i can do for you please let me know. wow. i miss you already dude.
CURT FOX
March 8, 2007
sharon ,i am so terribly sorry.i am truly blessed that i had a chance to see your kids grow into teenagers.aleisha has turned into such a beautiful young lady and jason was a good wild spirit that seemed to be growing into a fine young man.he has a very special baby that will now miss out greatly from her dad.with love,CURT
March 8, 2007
Sharon,
I 'm so sorry for the loss.I knew those kids when they were little No mother should have to go through this.I just went through this in Jan.when my best friend lost her 16 yr old daughter.You will have a different look on life you never think your kids will go before you.Hang in there your a strong headed person.I just seen you and your husband Sat. night we got a laugh out of your husband with his apple frinder.You and your family are in our prays.
Lisa Wonder
{Hunt}
Ruby Herring
March 8, 2007
Sharon and your family I am so sorry about hearing of Jason. I do not know you to well but my sympathy goes to all of you. If Lloyd or I can help in anyway please let us know
Jennifer Etzler
March 8, 2007
I know that we use to hang out at the skating rink when we were younger. We had some great times together. Were all goin to miss u.
Heather B
March 8, 2007
Feels like yesterday when we hung out and all had fun at your house! I will never forget the day that we got in trouble in wal mart parking lot by the cops for sitting there! Then u our in hanover always riding around with that bouncy crx! You will be truly missed!
Bryan Raber
March 8, 2007
words can't even begin to explain this...
rest in peace jay, you will be missed.
Wendy Raber
March 8, 2007
As the mother of one of the "car guys" in J's group, I pray you find healing some day. I'm so sorry for your loss and "there but for the grace of God go I"...
Wendy Raber (Bryan's mom)
PAULETTE JESKO
March 8, 2007
SHARON & ALISHA,
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY,
JEFF ANDERSON
PAULETTE JESKO
ALLSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY
Brittany Fisher
March 8, 2007
My heart goes out to Jasons family. This was so unexpected and I am so sorry for your loss. Alisha if there is anything I can do at all, Im here for you. And even though I do not know Nicole very well, Im here for her as well and their baby girl. Again I am so sorry this has happened. Jason was an awesome person and he'll be missed deeply!
jeremy aswad
March 8, 2007
J,
You will be missed
Lyndsay Greenholtz
March 8, 2007
i will never forget the day when britt said that she would not let any flys land on the front bumper of the crx at york street treat..you looked at her with the most confused looked and she is like it will prolly fall off..i cant believe that you are gone..R.I.P. jay..sorry to all of you who have lost a son,brother,boy friend,father,uncle,and a friend..
Kimberly Griffith
March 8, 2007
I cant beleive it.I kinda still dont want to.I am keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.Alisha if you need anything please give me a call.J you are going to be missed by many.I am not sure what else to say.
Pat Noel
March 8, 2007
To the family of Jason, I am so sorry for your loss. To Sharon, you don't know me but my son was killed in a car accident on Jan. 8 of this year. From one grieving mother to another, please know that I share your grief. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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