Jason Grogan
August 13, 1973 - April 12, 2014
Resident of Soquel
Services will be held in Aptos for Jason Grogan who passed away with his family at his bedside at Dominican Hospital, following a lengthy battle he fought against lymphangiomatosis. Born in San Jose, California, he was 40 years old. Jason graduated from Gunderson High School and immediately began a career that would serve others in the emergency response, police, and firefighting professions. Jason worked as a Paramedic for Monterey and Santa Clara Counties. He worked for the Santa Cruz Sheriff's Department for a time, and was a volunteer fire fighter with Carmel Fire Department. Jason retired from the Capitola Police Department and leaves a host of fellow officers, colleagues, and friends whose care and dedication for his family and their well-being during his illness, will never be forgotten.
Jason had a passion for dirt bikes and mountain bikes. Anything with two wheels was of interest to him, and his family and friends will continue to share in the stories and the love he had for riding. Jason and his wife Christine were also accomplished travelers; visiting destinations that included: numerous places in Europe, Caribbean and Mexico. He was a loving son, husband, father, brother and friend who accomplished much in his brief life journey.
Jason is survived by his wife and son Christine and Jake Grogan. He also leaves his mother Lucille (Jerry) Caires; his father Richard (Judith) Grogan and their daughter Maggie; and his maternal grandmother "Nonni" Caginia. Jason also leaves his brother, and sisters; Michael (Donna) Grogan, Carolyn (Michael) Jimenez and Tami (Kris) Kroening. Jason leaves numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
The funeral service will begin at 1 pm at Twin Lakes Church (2701 Cabrillo College Drive in Aptos) on 22 April 2014. The committal ceremony will be private at Santa Cruz Memorial Park. An educational trust fund has been established for his son Jake, and any memorial contributions may be made c/o Jacob Grogan 4041 Soquel Drive, Suite A-200 in Soquel, CA 95073. If you would like to light a candle for Jason and share your prayers and reflections with his family, please visit www.pacificgardenschapel.com

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Published by San Jose Mercury News/San Mateo County Times on Apr. 20, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
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A Honorable Man Remembered

April 12, 2019

Anna Crawford

July 7, 2015

Lucille, I am so, so sorry for you and the rest of your family. I did not know this until I read your Mom's notice in the paper. Please know that you are in my thoughts.

March 12, 2015

To all o f Jason's Family (especially his son)- My name is Steve Biskup and I graduated from Gunderson High School with Jason. Unbelievably, I just heard about his sickness and passing today (03-11-15). I heard about it from an acquaintance while I was on duty, here with the San Jose police dept. I IMMEDIATELY felt my heart sink and teared up! Jason was a friend of mine throughout high school and without a doubt, one of the best guys I knew throughout my years there! i was on both the wrestling and football teams with him. Jason was the kind of guy that would stick up for the not so popular kids, even though he was one of the most popular. Jake, I want you to know that you father left an impression on me that will last a lifetime. His smile and great personality stick out in my memory as if it were yesterday. Live your life like your dad did and nothing but greatness will result. I wish I would have known about his illness because I would like to have told him what he meant to me.....Jason, i miss you, even though we last hung out back in the high school days. That's the kind of lasting impression you left on people. I will serve as an officer everyday from now on, with a part of me thinking of you partner!

damian alcaraz sr.

May 13, 2014

Hey "Supercop" you were the best, i admired you for the spark in your eye and the passion you brought to CPD. As a local capitola resident I slept better at night because there were men out there like you. peace may god be with you and yours.

Karen LaDucca

April 24, 2014

Lucy and family, I am so sorry to hear this. My condolences.

Sherry Murray

April 23, 2014

Dear Lucy & family,
Your son was such a handsome brave man. His suffering here on earth will be rewarded with God in Heaven !
May God's grace give you peace! Heartfelt prayers for all!

N W

April 22, 2014

Sincere thanks for all he did to serve the coastal area. He was a courageous mentor to a very good friend of mine.

Anita and Lorrie

April 21, 2014

Dear Christine and Jake

God be with you in your sorrow,
Through the night and through the day;
May some blessing come tomorrow
That will clear its cloud away.

God is generous in His giving,
Give Him now the soul that's fled:
May He bless with strength the living,
Rest eternally the dead.

Jason Montgomery

April 20, 2014

Jason was true friend. He was always there for you, pushed you to do better and honest as the day is long. He would talk to you about anything and you always knew where he stood. I miss you.

Nicole Rinaldi

April 20, 2014

He was the most courageous man I have met. Through out his whole stay in the hospital he was understanding, kind and caring for the people who's job it was to care for him. I miss him

David/Theresa Andersen

April 19, 2014

Such a wonderful loving person. We will all miss him dearly. Christine and Jake...you know we are here for you for any reason.

David/Theresa Andersen

April 19, 2014

Such a wonderful husband, father, son, sibling. We will miss him dearly. Christine and Jake will be comforted to know they will be with him again in the future.

April 18, 2014

Forever and always ..... This is how this remarkable man will be remembered. His bright light will illuminate the lives of those who loved him!

Marypat Pumfrey

April 18, 2014

Jason, you inspired me with your will to live, your fight and spirit during the past months in ICU; it was an honor to work with you to help you maintain as much strength as possible. You will be missed by so many people. Christine and Jake, I am so sorry for your loss.

Frances Farmer

April 18, 2014

I am so sorry for the loss of Jason. I know you worked tirelessly to keep him comfortable the last couple of years Christine, Jake, Michael, Donna and to your entire family. He sounded like a wonderful person and will be sadly missed. I pray that God wraps his arms around your family and helps you through this chapter in your lives...

Marge Colapietro

April 18, 2014

My most heartfelt condolences to Christine, Jake, Michael, Donna and to your entire family. I hope that your individual and collective memories of Jason always remain near and dear to you and to each other. May they give you comfort and peace. May they always be the best blessings and give you the most smiles. May they always be the source of your cherished treasure of
Jason's life.

Evelyn Henry

April 18, 2014

He will be greatly missed by all his friends, co-workers and those he touched through the years. Sorry for your loss.

ted chamberlain

April 18, 2014

Iam sorry to hear of Jansons passing.

Erika

April 18, 2014

I'm so sorry for your loss Christine. God bless your family in this difficult time.

Canon Welch

April 17, 2014

Jason will be missed. He drove me to my first interview at pen med and then beat me out for the job, but was encouraging and supportive. It was a pleasure to work with him. Alway good for a laugh. Jason made work fun.

Felisa Aragon

April 17, 2014

Carolyn and family, with all are synpathy to all of you. We have you in our harts.

Lance Miller

April 17, 2014

All my love to you Christine i will be attending and documenting the precession on Tuesday

April 17, 2014

Barbara,
So sorry to here this.
Rita and KP

April 17, 2014

Dear Christine and Jake,
I am so sorry for your loss. May you find peace knowing he is now pain free and will ALWAYS watch over both of you.
Love, Anna May

Officer Grogan on Halloween

April 17, 2014

Jason you were such a big part of our family and we have so many memories of the fun times we had together at Sunset Beach, Markeleeville, Gerle Creek Campgrounds, Pal Track, motorcycle riding at Hollister Hills and many other places. You were such a nice person as a kid and always had that big smile on your face. I will never forget the time you and Eric “borrowed” my car and drove it to Campbell to meet some girls and then locked the keys in the car and had to call us to be rescued! I could go on and on about special instances but it makes me so sad because you have been called to heaven way to soon. My heart goes out to your wife Christine your beautiful son and the many other family members and friends who will miss you so much. I saw a note my grandmother wrote to my dad in a Bible that she gave to him when he left for WWII and it said, “You will always be in my heart like the sun shining.” I would like to say that to you Jason on your journey to heaven….”You will always be in my heart like the sun shining.” Your old neighbor….Sue Simpson

Todd Mayer

April 17, 2014

Christine and Jake,
I am terribly saddened to learn of Jason's passing I have the fondest memories of him. Jason's character, courage, intellect, fun loving nature and enthusiasm for living life were inspirational to me. During quite moments, I would sit with Jason at his desk and we would share our thoughts about life and work. Jason often "cracked the tough nut" bringing a smile to my face or a belly laugh; Jason was my dose of morning cheer.
Once, Jason regaled me with a tall tale of your visit to the Vatican. After your visit, I am sure the Swiss Guard was on high alert. There was a time I saw Jason walking down the hallway to his office with " little" Jake in tow lugging his father's 64 ounce bottle of water- Jason told me it was Jake's workout routine. Not to worry Christine, Jason reached down, swept up Jake in his arms giving him a big hug. I can still see Jason holding Jake in one arm as he typed a quick note on his computer always a great father and true professional! Many times Jason told me he firmly believed family came first in his life. It was clear to me Jason was supremely devoted to both of you.
Christine and Jake, I want you to know because of the strength of Jason's moral fiber he would be one of a handful of people I would share my foxhole. Yes, I would trust my life to Jason. There is no greater tribute I could give to Jason. Jason will always be a hero to me.
Todd (Hey Cap!) Mayer

April 17, 2014

We will always remember the fun times at the Sloma's especially the poker games. RIP Jason, you have had such a very dificult time.

Ed and Pat Rego

Reuben Stevens

April 17, 2014

I met you a long time ago, but I'm glad that I did. You were such a good person.

Scott Bierstedt

April 16, 2014

You will be missed Jason

LeTia Tybor

April 16, 2014

Jason was a good man. He will be missed. Thoughts and prayers to his family.

Neera

April 16, 2014

Even super heroes have to rest. Your infectious smile and love for everyone will be missed. My sincerest condolences to Christine, Jake and all those who loved Jason.

April 16, 2014

Rest in peace Jason - Mark G

April 16, 2014

Jason you will always be in our hearts, we miss and love you so much...Aunt Kathy and Uncle Jim

Donna Schwartz Sharkey

April 16, 2014

My neighbor brother, you will be missed tremendously by so many. Over the past 5 yeasts, the lessons in life I have learned from you will never be forgotten. And to think, you had no idea what an influence you were to me. I admire you and know that you were a walking testimony to God's way of life. Christine, I wish there were words to ease the pain. I adored the relationship you and Jason had and the family you created. You are a woman, that shares the same strength as Jason did. God bless to you and Jakey. With love, Donna Schwartz Sharkey

Nancy

April 16, 2014

What an amazing man...Jason has left a wonder legacy in his short life here on earth. I pray God comforts all of you today, tomorrow, & the weeks to come.

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