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for Jason Vela
Anne Hopfer
January 22, 2012
I know this is very late but I just found out. I am so sorry for your loss! George and I are in shock! God bless you Carol and Jr.!!!
Julie Thom
December 16, 2011
With my deepest condolences for Carol and Jr.
Tiffany Sanders
December 5, 2011
Whoa after 3 months later and reading all these kills me! I have to say Maryann couldnt have said it better! You were the love of my life! I miss you so entirely much! I would give anything to have you back here with us. You were so good to my son. I knew the momment you held him and he looked at you and smiled was the moment i fell in love! You impacted ryder so much that still 3 months later without seeing you he still points to your picture and says jason and kisses you. I know he misses you and i know you come and visit him all the time i see it in him! i just wish i could see you too! you will always have a part of our hearts jason! I love you so much and always will! I cant wait to see you again someday!
Carol and Jr words cant express how sorry i feel for you! You guys were AMAZING parents who raised an AMAZING son! He loved you with all his heart. He was so proud to be your son! I know cause he told me all the time! I want to thank you both so much for everything you guys have done for me and ryder and thank you for raising such an amazing man who has changed many lives! You can count on me and Ryder always being here for you! We love you both! x0x0!
Renie Layton
October 2, 2011
Dear JR and Carol, I was saddened to hear about Jason. My daughter did the WJRA with him, (we were part of the anti Sunday rodeo group) and she did High School rodeo her Freshman year, before transfering to Utah. We were the folks who bought Dusty(Harley) from Emberto. We enjoyed that little horse, and he certainly found a good home here at the farm. My Daughter took all around on him at Twin Falls College rodeo-she was hard to beat with Dusty (Harley), Our Son was using prior to this in High School rodeo, he left home to serve an LDS mission to Indiana in Jan. of 2009. We lost him to a tradegy here on the farm in June of 2009. It was hard to lose him and try to make any sense of it. I want you to know that you folks are in our prayers, this has to be very hard. May the Lord bless you and fortify you in your time of loss. May you take some comfort in knowing that you can be with him again. I now have a better understanding, knowing that Dusty was there, waiting for Jason. sincerely, Renie Layton Beaver Dam AZ
Tambra Akins
September 23, 2011
Gone to soon, a beautiful child that evolved into a beautiful young man.
Rest in peace Jason.
Tambra
Lisa Diaz
September 17, 2011
What can I say? I am deeply saddened to hear today that I have lost one of my favorite students. Ironically, I was looking at my 2005 SNVTC yearbook over Labor Day weekend, and smiled when I came across Jason’s pictures. It even prompted me to do a Facebook friend search for Jason! A sad paradox.
In class, he was not a straight A student, but that mischievous smile [especially when homework was due ;0] was always a welcomed part of my day. “Take me to the restaurant Ms. Diaz!” was a regular, pestering request ;0].
I will fondly remember walking to the vocational wing to see what my kids were doing, and Jason would happily show me his latest welds. In fact, he is the student who welded my camping fire pit for me; it only cost me lunch in the school restaurant ; 0]
Any yet, my favorite memory of Jason, however, has little to do with school itself. Instead, I remember a 10th grader inviting me and my daughter [then 12 years old] to come out to Pahrump to watch him rodeo. My daughter loved it, and we came out to Pahrump and Boulder City to several more rodeos to watch him rope. I am now sooo glad we did. . [Oh, and at that first Pahrump rodeo we went to, I don’t care what anyone says about that first run [when the stupid timer malfunctioned, and he was made to re-run it]; Jason d*** sure DID TOO! have it on that first run! I’m just saying…
To Mr. and Mrs. Vela, my heart goes out to you. Please know your son made a difference in my world. I am certainly blessed for having known such a terrific young man. He is sorely missed already.
Warmest sympathies,
Mrs. Lisa Diaz [SNVTC, History], and Jess
Lynn MacFarlane
September 16, 2011
Carol & Jr.,
It has been quite a few years since we saw Jason, but we will never forget what a good friend he was to Taylor (Redlin) in their young years at First Good Shepherd. Our hearts are broken for you. Find strength in our Lord Jesus Christ during this tragic time in your lives. You and your family will be in our prayers.
John and Lynn MacFarlane
Steve/kelly conley
September 13, 2011
Carol and Jr I didn't know Jason very well.But I KNEW YOUR fAMILY My heart goes out to you and your Family. May God Bless all of You and give you the strenght that you need to get through this diffacult time
shannon
September 10, 2011
Jason,
It has been a very long time since I have seen you...I'm sorry that this is the way I am contacting you now. I want you to know our family will never forget you, and by the way my sister read your message you sent her a few months ago. That gave me a lot of respect for you knowing that you did that. May you rest in peace Jason.
September 10, 2011
Carol & JR - We are so sorry for your loss. Jason was a bright light. You and your family are in our prayers during this difficult time. Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Sincerly,
Brenda & John Zablockis
Dale Tomlin
September 10, 2011
Jason you were a son,brother and friend to be proud of. You were taken from us to soon but we know yoo're in a much better place now, and you've left us with some great memories. Dale&Donna, Henderson,Nevada
Rosa Morin
September 10, 2011
Jason~ what a great guy you are! So very helpful to me at Sunrise arena when asked you did. So very sweet as a neighbor as well. You are in the best hands ever. Rosa Morin
Kelli Nissen
September 9, 2011
Jason, You were such an amazing friend and I just want to thank you so much for letting me be apart of your life! You will be missed so very much! Love ya! -Kelli Nissen
P.S. You promised me a two step and I expect to get it one day! :)
Eric & Kaye Smith
September 9, 2011
Junior & Carol. Our heart just breaks for you. Our prayer's to comfort you and ease your pain. The wonderful memories of Jason will get you though. He's still here in your heart.
September 9, 2011
Carol, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. God bless you. Fondly, Ed and Pat Brown (Maria's Mom)
Brenda Greene
September 9, 2011
Carol and Jr words can't express what you both are going through, Jason will be missed deeply , his memories will always be with everyone that knew and loved him, I will keep you both in my prayers
Brenda and Carl Greene
Margaret Dessauer
September 9, 2011
Carol and Jr, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Know how much Jason loved you. He died to young. You have my deepest sympathy at this time. Jason you will be missed. Margaret@State Farm Ins.
Susan McLaughlin
September 8, 2011
I have the most wonderful memories of Jason. Joking around, swimming,playing PlayStation and most especially shopping!!! I called him "Jethro" and he called me "Skunk". He'll forever be in my heart. To the family, you have my deepest condolences.You will ALL be in my prayers. God Bless you,Jethro.
REST IN PEACE ~ Susan Mclaughlin
Nic/Red Anderson
September 8, 2011
jason you were such an amazing friend that made every moment worth being around you. I cant wait till the day I get to see that stupid grin of yours again. I know you are in heaven right now looking down watching over all of us. I cant stop replaying all the great memorys I have with you in my head.even thou your gone, you will always live on in my thoughts and prayers.
olga gonzalez
September 8, 2011
i'm so sorry for your loss...the vela family will be in our prayers. gonzalez-soto family
September 8, 2011
Jason, ryan, cindy and i have spent a tons of hours in our pool talking girls, planning trips just having fun. it is due to them that i stay so young. cindy and i were talking and said that could have been one of our kids! well we both agreed it was one of our kids because he was a vela and that is just the way it stand together. we will truly miss you kiddo, and dont forget who showed you all the moves on the dance floor, save a dance for your aunt cindy, we will see you again just not to soon. love you buddy, uncle B.
Jeff Berstler
September 8, 2011
I have never seen my Daughter so happy as she was around Jason. His positive attitude and wonderful personality was infectious and those things are only a couple of the many things that made him so very special...what a wonderful young man. Jason was definately one of a kind and he will be forever deeply missed. God Bless him and his Family.
Velazquez Family
September 8, 2011
So Very sad to hear about the loss of Jason, my husband Eric went to Apprenticeship school Local 12 with him. We recently saw him at Stoneys, he was so Happy, danicing and having fun. He will truly be missed!
roger madec
September 8, 2011
i watched jason grow up from a baby i will truly miss him god bless him and his family
Steve & Cathy Corbett
September 8, 2011
Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to your parents and entire family! You will truly be missed by all of the people you touched!
Brandi Gayou
September 8, 2011
Carol, I am trully saddened by the news of Jason's passing. I know the love he had for his family . I remember what a joy he brought to you and your husband. You are in my prayers. Brandi @ State Farm Insurance.
Trista
September 8, 2011
Jason,
Its been so long since we saw each other but kept in touch here and there! I still can't believe you are gone! It's so unreal!! We had some good times in high school and you were such an amazing man!! Prayers and thoughts to everyone that knew you!
Thomas Family
September 8, 2011
RIP JASON you will be truly missed. Thoughts and prayers to the Vela family.
Chrystal
September 8, 2011
I knew Jason as a child, run play & light up everyone's day. I am so sorry to the entire family.
Nicole Ogle
September 8, 2011
Jason your an incredible person with a heart of gold. You are one of the most caring people I've ever met. I'm so thankful to have had you in my life. You brought me so many amazing memories filled with laughter and joy. There was never a dull moment with you! I am going to miss you like crazy. I'll always love you Jason vela!
achord family
September 8, 2011
Jason, no party will ever be the same without you!!
we were all blessed to know you. to the vela family you are in our thoughts and prayers
September 7, 2011
CAROL AND J
I LOVE YOU BROTHER AND SISTER I FEEL SO BAD
I CAN NOT IMAGE LOSING A SON. HE WAS A GOOD SON,UNCLE,COUSIN,NEPHEW,FRIEND AND A HARD WORKER. HE MADE ME LAUGH ALL THE TIME AND HIS SMILE ALWAYS TOLD A STORY TO COME. I CANT BELIEVE MY NEPHEW IS GONE. MY THOUGHT AND LOVE IS WITH YOU BOTH. JASON MY HEART WILL FOREVER BE YOURS. LOVE YOU CHARLES AND KATHLEEN VELA
Dallas Stoafer
September 7, 2011
Jason vela my redneck Romeo, you are truly 1 of the most amazing people I have met. You knew how to cheer anyone up and you never sugar coated anything. Your 1 of the best friends ever a girl could ask for. We have so many great memories together ...and we were suppose to have more. :( but now I have the perfect guardian angel. I still can't believe your gone and won't till we meet again. I love you more than anything best friend. And miss you more and more!
Lindsey Beck
September 7, 2011
Jason you were a truly amazing person, you touched the lives of so many. You will be missed by all. My thoughts and prayers go out to your entire family.
Kayla Cwikowski [Velakowski]
September 7, 2011
My big cousin Jason, there was never a moment you weren't backing me up. Making sure no one messed with me. Every memory of you literally makes me laugh, we have done so muccch and just recently started hanging out and stuff, but those memories i have with you will forever be with me, and i cant wait to see you again someday. I love you big cousin, and not a day goes by i don't think about you. Love Kay <3
Maryann Russell
September 7, 2011
Jason, it was so amazing to be able to get to know you. Though time was cut short I know you lived a very short, but amazing life. You were my sister's "go to" person when I wasn't around...and Tiff's love of her life. I knew from the moment you two started talking that night you and I two-stepped because Anthony wouldn't :) and we did the MIB ridiculously on the dance floor. That you two were gonna be together, forever. You are an amazing person. I wish I had more time to know you, but I know that you are watching down on us all...telling us to all be big kids with our big kid pants. I will miss you so much and I will be there for Tiffany and Ryder..my sister, Brad and all of our friends. I will definitely always dance for you at Stoney's and Revolver. I will miss you very, very much. Love you so much Jason.
Caitlin Summerlin
September 7, 2011
Jason you were an amazing young man and will forever be in my heart. You have touched so many people and will be missed by many. I love you and my thoughts go out to your entire family!
Mike Summerlin
September 7, 2011
Jason,
Words can not express how much you mean to me and how thankful I am to have had you in my life. We had a lot of great times over the years and you will never be forgotten. You will forever live on in our hearts and memories...
You were more than my roommate, you were and are my best friend and my brother. Through thick and thin you were always there for me and anybody else that needed help. You truly are one of a kind and that kind of loyalty and friendship can never be replaced. I love you and miss you my friend. Til the day we meet again...
Good ride cowboy, good ride...
Jr and Carol,
I want to thank you for raising such an incredible man. Jason is the epitomy of a great friend and wonderful son. I can't tell you how sorry I am for your loss. I love you both and I will always be here for anything you need...
RIP brother, I love you...
"Always work'n hard and play'n harder"
Brad Corbett
September 7, 2011
Brad Corbett
September 7, 2011
U were awesome buddy, I have so many good memories of the past year that will instantly bring a smile to my face and at the same time tears. Im gonna miss u bud and all of our adventures. Take care it may be a long time but i expect to see you again! -Love Brad Corbett (henderson,nv.)
Ashley Ayers
September 7, 2011
I'm going to miss you Jas, your blunt advice, your love life attitude, and overall, You. Love you buddy!
kayla bradbury
September 7, 2011
Were going to miss you so much Jason... Tear it up in paradise buddy!
Faye & Joe Rivera
September 7, 2011
Carol & Jr, words cannot express how sad we are about Jason. He is such a neat young man, I will miss the way he could light up a room with that gorgeous smile of his! His love for you both was huge... Now that you both are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lisa Oslund
September 7, 2011
Jason, you touched the hearts of so many and will truly be missed. This isn't goodbye, this is until we meet again. Love Lisa & John
September 7, 2011
Carol and Jr. my heart goes out to you both and the family.Take care of each other..
Love,
Karen Telfer and boys
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