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Jason was born April 18, 1973, in Yorktown, Pennsylvania. He is survived by: His parents, Steve and Marianna Belcher of Joplin, Missouri; three daughters, Jaden Melnick of Springfield, Missouri, Tyne Melnick of Kirksville, and Aubrey Melnick of Kirksville; a brother, T.J. Belcher of Joplin; a sister, Andrea Seutter of Port Richey, Florida; Aunt and Uncle, Billye and Ron McCrary of Maryville, Missouri; a niece, Finley Belcher of Joplin; a nephew, Eric Belcher of Joplin; several aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Jason was preceded in death by: Grandparents, Dorothy and Jr. Belcher and his birth father, Greg Melnick.
Jason grew up in Joplin, and then attended Northwest Missouri State, receiving his Master's Degree. While at Northwest he was on the track team and played football as a wide receiver and punt returner. He received numerous awards and set multiple records while there. He also became the Graduate Assistant Coach to the football team a year they won the championship.
After graduation, Jason went to Germany, playing Pro American Football for a year, before moving back to the states where he taught and coached many teams. He taught at Maysville, Maryville, Schuyler, Kirksville, Smithville, and in Milan where he coached, taught, and was an administrator. Jason loved running and football; he was dedicated to his athletes.
Jason's wishes were to be cremated and a visitation for Jason will be held 5:00 to 7:00 PM, Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at Ruschmeier-Smith Funeral Home in Milan.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Jaden Melnick to go towards a scholarship for Milan student athletes.
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Darryl and Darlene Coit
November 20, 2024
Marianne, Steve and TJ, we are so sorry for your loss. Prayers and thoughts for you !!
Sharon Hendricks Moravits
November 20, 2024
Steve, Marianne, T J and all, I am so sorry to hear of Jason's passing. He has always had a special place in my heart. Your family is being lifted up in prayer for peace and comfort.
Sharon Hendricks Moravits
Greg Mclaughlin
November 20, 2024
my name is Greg McLaughlin and I was a childhood friend of Jason`s. We used to play an entire two person football game in this side yard at his house in Maryville, Missouri. He would end up going so much farther than me in football, but it didn´t matter at the time because he had such a joy for the game. One time when we were 10 we were in the middle of the game and he got hungry and went into the house to get something to eat. He just scooped out a spoonful after spoonful of peanut butter and gulped it down. One of them got stuck, and I had to give them the Heimlich maneuver. I´m A
minute later we were out playing football again. I can´t remember a mean bone in his body and even at 10 he did everything with such heart. I´m very sad for his passing. A light is out in this world.
Donna Ludden
November 19, 2024
My heart is absolutely broken for his 3 beautiful daughters. May his soul rest in peace and may they find comfort knowing how many people love and cherish them.
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Mary Antal
November 18, 2024
We worked together at Schuyler. Jason was well liked by students, staff and faculty. My prayers are with his daughters, family, and students and faculty at previous schools and Milan.
Jeremiah Padget
November 18, 2024
My deepest condolences to his family. He was such a friendly person. My heart is deeply shattered, learning of his passing.
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