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Jason Bryans

1984 - 2016

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Jason Bryans Obituary

Jason Bryans

September 22, 1984 - April 19, 2016

Jason Alan Bryans, 31, of San Francisco, entered immortality on April 19, 2016, at his home in San Francisco, CA.

Jason was a Wi-Fi engineer at Apple in Cupertino. He greatly enjoyed musical theater, soldering, and scuba diving; loved Halloween and Christmas; and could name a rollercoaster manufacturer just by looking at the rails. He leaves behind a legacy of love and caring, and a hole in the hearts of those who were honored to know him.

Jason is survived by his parents, Robert and Nancy, of Mason, MI; his brother Danton and Danton's fiancée, Cara, of Indiana; and a large and loving host of extended family and friends.

His funeral mass will be Monday, May 2nd, at 11:00 am (with visitation from 10 am-11 am) at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in East Lansing, Michigan. A Memorial Service is being planned in San Francisco, CA (exact date and location TBD).

The "Jason Bryans Life Celebration Fund" has been created. Details on contributing and fund beneficiaries can be found at goo.gl/mxvbx8.

"You always said how lucky you were that we were all friends. But it was us, baby, who were the lucky ones." -RENT

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Apr. 23 to Apr. 24, 2016.

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Kim Manor

May 2, 2016

We are keeping all of the Bryans family in our prayers, and hope that time, happier memories, and God's grace will ease your grief and keep Jason's spirit with you, always. Steve and Kim Manor (Clark) and family

Sally Cook

May 1, 2016

Nancy, Bob and family. I am so sorry for your loss, My heart goes out to all of you. May happy memories help comfort you.

Chris

April 30, 2016

My thoughts go back to a caring and sensitive young man working to find his way in life. Then to a strong caring and sensitive man who found his way in life. I admired Jason's drive and strength. My thoughts are also with Jason's family and friends.

Carl, Val Fred Laurie and Drew Meirndorf,-Small

April 29, 2016

Keeping your Family in our Prayers and sending Hugs! So very sorry, Jason was a wonderful, kind and loving young man. Love the Meirndorf's and Small's.God Bless You.

Laura Powless

April 29, 2016

Keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers through this difficult time. I remember so many fun times watching Jadon grow up. Hugs to you all!

Audra Bailey

April 28, 2016

One of my first memories of elementary school was of Jason. He was full of wit even back then. He helped me not feel so alone. He had become such a strong person as an adult. A true inspiration. He was completely comfortable in his own skin. I'm heartbroken for the Bryan's family and very sad for his kitties. What will they do on "caturdays"?

Daniel

April 28, 2016

It was just a small kindness, but it meant the world to me. Thank you Jason.

Randy Noak

April 28, 2016

My condolences to his friends and family.

Jason was such a sweet, caring guy. There was a time when things weren't going so well for me. I was jobless and homeless and too proud to do anything more than allude to it vaguely on social media. Jason messaged me out of the blue and asked me if I needed any help. He sent me a gift card to the local supermarket. It came at the perfect time as I had run out of money and used up my food stamps for the month.

I had always considered him a friend, but it wasn't as if we spent a lot of time together. So I was surprised and extremely touched by that gesture.

Jason, I love you. You will be missed.

-Randy Noak

Bryan Thurston

April 28, 2016

To Jason's family:
Jason was a very important person in my life since meeting him in 2008. We shared many fond memories. Thank you for raising such a beautiful, kind soul who touched so many of our lives. My sincere condolences.

The Daves

April 28, 2016

To you, Jason. I will always wish I could show you more of your greatness. Your Daves, Puma and Mojito miss you.

Jeanne M. Kapenga, M.D.

April 28, 2016

Bob, Nancy and family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sadness.

matt conn

April 26, 2016

love and miss you Jason

Angela Brown

April 25, 2016

Bob, Nancy, Danton and the entire Bryans family,
We are greatly saddened for your loss. The burden of the loss of any family member is great, but the loss of a child can be even greater. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless and keep you in his care.
Sincerely, Angela and Gregory Brown

April 25, 2016

To all of Jason's family,
We are so sorry for your loss.

Jeanne, Robert, Elizabeth, Aidan, David, Brigette, Michael, and Fade and Gizmo.

Bob Meyer

April 25, 2016

Bob and Nancy and the rest of the Bryans family, My thoughts are with you. I'm very sorry for you loss.

Jean Bement

April 24, 2016

Dear Nancy, Bob, Danton and family,

I am so profoundly sorry for your loss and the burden of grief you must bear. Jason was such a bright and kind young man who made a difference in the world. I pray that time, happy memories, your faith and God's grace will bring comfort to you.

Mary (Bement) Ivanov

April 24, 2016

Dear Bob, Nancy, Danton, and family,
You are in my prayers as you grieve. I'm so sorry for your loss. I have wonderful memories of Jason as a bright, sweet kid. May God give you grace and strength.

Elijah Shalis

April 24, 2016

I remember meeting you at the NCG in Lansing and dating you. You were such a kind hearted and witty person. I will always remember you.

Nancy Genco

April 24, 2016

So sorry for your loss Jason was a wonderful young man and we have fond memories of him during his high school days !

April 23, 2016

Bob and Nancy and family, We are so sorry to learn of Jason's death. You raised an amazing and talented son and we know how much you loved him. He is gone from this life but never forgotten. Please know that you are in our prayers. Dan and Melissa Baker

Guruprasad T S

April 22, 2016

Will miss you Jason, RIP.

Julie Carmichael

April 22, 2016

Dear Nancy and Bob and family, I was so sorry to read in the LSJ of Jason's passing. I have many positive feelings about Jason mostly from his and Christine's mutual K-12 grades at Mason Schools. He will be remembered well. You were good parents to your sons. May God bless you during this trying time. Sincerely, Julie and Jack Carmichael

Marc Upton Smith

April 22, 2016

When I look, I saw my dear friend
Smiling, happier, at peace.
He said, "Weep not,
For I am not dead."

Jason, you were there for me when I lost my companion and friend David Senechek MD in November. When u see him, please tell you comforted me, tell him all. Tell him, I miss him and I am coping as well as I can. Then rest your head, old friend, rest your head.

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St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church

East Lansing, MI

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