Jay Edgar D'Meza Sr.

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Jay D'Meza Obituary

Mr. Jay Edgar D'Meza, Sr, age 81, of Cumming, Georgia and formerly of Dunwoody, GA, Hilton Head and Bluffton, SC, died Tuesday, February 20, 2007.

Mr. D'Meza, a loving husband, father and grandfather was born in Brooklyn, New York. He graduated from the Pearl River High School in New York, Class of 1942.

He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II in the Pacific Theater. After returning from the war, Mr. D'Meza graduated from Colgate University in Hamilton, NY, Class of 1947, with a BA in Economics and also graduated from the Naval Supply Corps School at Harvard. He retired from IBM in 1989, loved golf and was an enthusiastic Georgia Bulldogs fan. Mr. D'Meza was a member of St. Columba's Episcopal Church.

He was preceded in death by a grandson, Jonathan Stecher.

He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Marilyn D'Meza of Cumming; two daughters, Jean (Rick) Leuner of Maitland, FL and Debra (Bob) Stecher of Naperville, IL; one son, Jay (Aimee) D'Meza, Jr. of Alpharetta; one sister, Mary Lou Porter of Las Vegas, NV; five grandchildren, Kirstyn Leuner, Kyle Leuner, Jennifer Stecher, T.J. D'Meza and Ansley D'Meza; several nieces and nephews; and his special pet dog, "Mollie" also survive.

The Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, February 24, 2007 at 2:00 PM at St. Columba Episcopal Church, 931 James Burgess Rd., Suwanee, GA. Interment will be at Georgia National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Luke Project, 1167 Rainwater Dr., Suite 400, Alpharetta, GA 30004. The family will receive friends on Friday from 5 until 8 PM at Northside Chapel Funeral Directors and Crematory, Roswell/Alpharetta, 770-645-1414. www.northsidechapel.com

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Published by Naperville Sun on Feb. 23, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Jay D'Meza

13 Entries

Holly Bosley

February 26, 2007

With our deepest sympathy in the loss of one great guy! Lynn, please know that you and the family are in our thoughts and prayers! All the Merkles and Bosleys are thinking of you and we send our love!

Paula

February 22, 2007

My deepest sympathy to the D'Meza family. Happy families have so many memories to think about during this time. Even though memories can not take the place of your love one they can help. There is gift that was given to us centuries ago that can help. "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him shall not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16 Remember God's gift he gave so even though a person may die he can be resurrected.

Janet Sepede

February 22, 2007

My Uncle a was a wonderful man. I have fond memories of him and Aunt Marilyn and their visits to Las Vegas. I loved his laugh and he could tell the best jokes! My mother loved him dearly and I know he loved all his family with all his being. The miles apart were long, but I always thought of him with great fondness. My heart goes out to all of you as you learn to live with this loss.

mary lou porter

February 22, 2007

I have many fond memories of my childhood with my brother, Jay, and although distance kept us far apart over the years, he was always in my thoughts and in my heart. I shall miss him a long time.

Barbara Spearman

February 22, 2007

Marilyn, Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you and your family at this time of sorrow. We have fond memories of you all and Dunwoody football. Love, Barbara and Jim Spearman

Jay Zicker

February 22, 2007

My uncle Jay was a wonderful man. I have many fond memories of my uncle teasing me about me being named after him. We used to both laugh when I would tell him that he was named after me! My Uncle Jay was always very happy in life. My Aunt Marilyn was always very kind and loving to me. My Uncle Jay always stressed the importance of education to me as a child. He was a very intelligent man and I will miss him very much. I'm proud to be "Jay" in his name.

Steve Brooks

February 22, 2007

The Steve Brooks family send their prayers and sympathies at this difficult time. We loved Jay so very much. He truly had a major impact on my life as a young man. I will cherish the many memories I have of West Point tailgating, family celebrations, carreer counseling and true friendship. We send our deepest love to Marilyn, Jeannie, Debbie, JJ an dfamilies.

Steve, Jan, Jonathan, Jayna, Jordan, Lily and Lacy.

Bruce Ferguson

February 22, 2007

Jay and I had many great times and experiences. Jay and wife Marilyn --- and my wife Mary and I have fond memories of the fun times the four of had together here in Atlanta.

Thak the two of you and your children and spouses for most pleasant memories.

Bruce Ferguson

Larry Harris

February 22, 2007

Jay was a joy to work with at IBM and we had many good times, memories and experiences. He was always a good friend and he will be missed by everyone who knew him. My sincerest condolences to you, Marilyn, and your entire family.

Becky Stephens

February 22, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.

Jeffrey Kamin

February 22, 2007

I am sorry for your loss. Jay was
great to me for so many years and
was my first contact and introduction to IBM. He and my
Dad were so much alike..... it is
like Jay, Jr. and I always joked in
saying: "They don't make them like
our Dads' anymore."
I considered Jay to be a true friend and will miss his laugh.
Take care and know my thoughts are
with you as your thoughts were with
me 8 months ago.
Jeffrey M. Kamin

Ray, Kim, and Shelby Suplee

February 22, 2007

We love PaPa D. We'll be praying for the family and looking forward to lots of hugs.

Staff of Northside Chapel Funeral Directors, Inc.

February 22, 2007

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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