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Jason Kraycer Obituary
The son of Edward J. and Susan M. Neumann Kraycer, he was born November 9, 1976 in Liberty, N.Y.
Jason had been an altar boy and communicant of St. Peter's R.C. Church in Liberty, N.Y.; he was a graduate of Liberty High School, SUNY at Albany, and earned his Master's degree from the Albany Business School. He was a self-employed I.T. in the computer business; he enjoyed running in marathons, hiking, skiing, and he was an avid golfer.
Survivors include his parents, Edward and Susan Kraycer of Liberty; two sisters, Tara Clark and her husband, Stephen of Youngsville, and Emily Kraycer of East Greenbush, N.Y.; his companion, Beckie Taub of Albany, N.Y.; his maternal grandfather, George Neumann of Lancaster, Mass.; his aunts and uncles: Michael and Gaile Kraycer of Liberty, William and Bernice Danzer of Liberty, Joseph Kraycer of Port Jervis, Judith and Craigan Gray of Ashland, Ky., and Lawrence and Nancy Neumann of Lancaster, Mass; one niece, Britany Clark; one nephew, Nicholas Clark, and several cousins.
Visitation will be held on Monday, July 2, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in the Harris Funeral Home, West St. at Buckley, Liberty, N.Y.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, July 3, at 11:45 a.m. in St. Peter's R.C. Church, 264 N. Main St., Liberty, N.Y., with Msgr. Edward Straub officiating. Burial will be in St. Peter's Cemetery, Cold Spring Rd., Liberty, N.Y.
Memorial contributions in his name may be made to a charity of one's choice.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Harris Funeral Home.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jason Kraycer
Brent Danzig
July 5, 2007
Although I was lucky enough to be friends with Jay for over ten years, my best times with him were working with him at WOH. Jay was the one perfect friend to work with, the one that everyone hopes to have at every job. If I needed somebody to sneak out with on an undeserved cigarette break, Jay was there for me. If I wanted to go hide in his office and slam the door and complain about the office and the world and everybody and everything else, Jay was absolutely, always there for me.
I absolutely, completely adored Jay. Sometimes, to be honest, Jay could drives all of us a little bit nuts, but I adored him then, too. He always could make me laugh. He always was there to go have a beer with after work --- or, hell, a beer with at lunch. Why not? Losing somebody as special as Jay, and as young as Jay, makes you realize that life is too damn short to not have a couple beers with a good friend at lunch, and come back to the office a little late. Or a lot late.
I don't know Jay's family. I can only hope that the respect and admiration and love that Jay's many, many friends had and will always have for him can come as some sort of comfort for his family. My heart and my thoughts are with them, especially his parents.
Nancy & Matt Cooper
July 5, 2007
Susan, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We are very sorry for your loss.
Michele Praisner
July 5, 2007
I am so very sorry to hear of Jason's passing. I had so many fun times with Jason at WOH (usually on breaks where we moaned and groaned about our jobs to the point of laughter). I truly enjoyed his good nature, intellect, and sense of humor. He had so much potential in him! Although he left this earth far too soon, Jason obviously left his mark on many and will not be forgotten. I hope his family takes some comfort in that. I pray for Jason and for his family that they find the strength to survive this tragic loss.
Brett & Amy Stone
July 4, 2007
We are so sorry for your loss. I only knew Jason for a short time while we worked at WOH, but we clicked instantly. My wife knew him much better because they had friends in common and used to hang out a lot. Jason was a great guy and will be missed.
Karen
July 3, 2007
I am so sorry for you loss. Jason and I lived in the same neighborhood in Albany. I'll miss running in to him from time to time.
Curtis Welcome
July 3, 2007
I am truly sorry for the loss of Jason. He was a great guy who always had a smile on his face and would always make you laugh. He will be missed by everyone who knew him. I only knew him for a short time but talking with him opened my mind to new ways of looking at things. My prayers are with you.
Robert Gadsden
July 3, 2007
Jay i will always remember you, your soulful inspiration and personality,You are one of a kind, My friend. i will remember you. Yourfriend.Robbie.
Sylvester Huggins
July 3, 2007
Sorry for your loss. Jay was a good friend and I'll miss him.
Kristin Simmons
July 2, 2007
My sister went to high school with Jason and I was 2 grades older than Emily. We do remember you and our hearts go out to your family.
The Simmons-Ingram Family, Kristin, Joseph, and Kendall
Richard Stein
July 2, 2007
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Na Clairsigh Albany GAA
July 2, 2007
Once a Teammate, Always One. God Speed Jay.
Todd LeConey-Garzon
July 2, 2007
My prayers are with you. Jason or as we called him Shekky was a wonderful person. We had great times together in High School. He will be missed but not forgotten.
Helen Diehl
July 2, 2007
I am so sorry for the loss of Jason. I was fortunate to have met and spoken with him enough to know he was such a fine and thoughtful young man, truly unique. I had hoped he could meet my son one day, and now I know they will, even if it is a while to come.
Love you Susan.
Andy Baker
July 2, 2007
So sorry for your loss. I only met Jason a few times, but he was a great guy. My deepest condolences.
Chrissy Powers
July 2, 2007
I pray that God will wrap His loving arms around each member of Jason's family, and provide each of you with at least a glimpse of comfort.
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Words can't express my condolences.
David Greenbaum
July 2, 2007
I was very sad to hear of Jason's passing on Sunday. Rest in peace.
Matt McQuilton
July 2, 2007
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Although it's been years since we were last in touch, Jason was a good friend growing up, and it was always a pleasure to run into him during high school and college.
kjk bsb
July 1, 2007
We are sorry to hear of your passing, we will miss you...
marty decker
July 1, 2007
so sorry to hear about your loss ed and family
Karen Fallon
July 1, 2007
Very surreal to watch our friends go through life and be taken so quickly. I went to school with Jason and the "crew" and over the years have lost touch with most, seems like we all communicate when we have bad news to share. I am sooo sorry for your loss, and though there aren't perfect words my prayers are with your family.
R.I.P. Shekky
Dr. James J. Yarmus
July 1, 2007
District 7210-Rotary International mourns for Jason and shares our sympathy with his family.
Dr. James J. Yarmus,
District Governor
Sarah Etter
July 1, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss.
Sarah Etter
Adria Garzon
July 1, 2007
To All of You.
Please know I am with you in thought. I cant express my sorrow.
You are all special to me.
Carrie Anne M. Powell
July 1, 2007
I knew Jason back in the day, he was a fun kid and great to have around. I was shocked to hear of his passing. My best to his family in their time of grief and need. God Bless you all.
PAT WENDLER
July 1, 2007
WE ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT JASON. THERE ARE NO WORDS TO EXPRESS OUR SYMPATHIES TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY, HE WAS SUCH A GREAT PERSON AND A GOOD FRIEND TO BRIAN, WE THOUGHT THE WORLD OF JASON AND EVEN THOUGH WE HARDLY SAW HIM, WE WOULD ALWAYS THINK OF HIM AND HOW HE WAS DOING. OUR HEARTS GO OUT TO YOU AT THIS TIME AND IN THE DAYS AHEAD. WE WILL MISS HIM VERY MUCH.
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