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Terri Basting
March 5, 2025
On this day 17 years ago my life changed forever... It doesn't get easier it only gets more routine.
justin
March 4, 2025
i cannot believe its been over 15 years, it feels fresh still. still think about him all the time so at least his memory is still with us
Mom
March 4, 2024
If only
Jay
March 4, 2023
I cannot believe it's been 15 years!! It goes by so fast! It still feels weird without you here but I think me, your sister and mom are doing pretty well!! Just waiting for the day we get to see you again. Love ya bro.
Jay
March 6, 2022
It's been so long but still feels so fresh.
Will always have the greatest memories of our adventures!!
Theresa Basting
March 5, 2022
14 years have gone by since you left and it still hurts
Kellie Zych
March 4, 2022
I think of Jason quite often, that smile of his makes me smile!
Theresa Basting
March 5, 2021
13 years my heart still aches
Theresa Basting
March 5, 2020
It's been 12 years now and it doesn't get any easier. I'll miss you for the rest of my life
justin ROONEY
March 4, 2020
think a lot about you and fondly remember watching you mature. miss you buddy
Terri
January 27, 2020
Miss you forever
Jordan
January 26, 2020
Happy birthday jay!! Love you and miss you bro!!
Jordan
March 5, 2019
11 years! It goes by so fast and yet still feels yesterday!! We all miss ya and love you!
December 26, 2017
I can still see that smile. One of my fondest memories of Kellie's corner my visits with Jason!
Jordan S
December 24, 2017
Hey Jay, just thinking about ya! Merry Christmas. Love ya bro and miss you like crazy!
Jordan
January 25, 2016
I think about you everyday man! You would be 32 tomorrow! I love you bro and I miss you like hell.
December 8, 2015
I was just talking to someone the other day on that great smile I miss!!
December 8, 2015
miss you buddy!
T Basting
December 7, 2015
My heart is still broken...
jordan
January 1, 2015
Jason, another new year has started without you and it's another year that won't be the same! I miss you a lot brother and try to make everyday the best I can just like you would but I always find it so hard without you. Jason you knew just how to make anything fun no matter how boring haha i just miss you being around it really felt like the world was a better place with you here ! You were the most genuine person i knew and I don't think anything will ever be the same. I smile a lot because of all the memories and stupid things we did and I'll never forget all the good times we had and wish we could have. I always think back to when we would talk about getting old and just sit on the porch talking about all our stupid stuff we did but hopefully it'll still happen when it's my time! I love you bro and always will I miss you like he'll be and wish I could celebrate your 31st b'day with you yA old man much love Jay
Jordan Stebbins
July 11, 2014
Hey Jay I miss you brother I think about you all day every day it still feels like yesterday! I miss you a lot and I really hope we will meet again when it's my time to go! I can bet you'll be there waiting for me! You were my best friend and still are it's still so hard without you here I love you bro!
Jordan S.
Theresa Basting
January 18, 2014
In 8 days you would have been 30 years old. I will never forget the day you came into this world, January 26th 1984. Would I have cherished you more had I known you would leave so soon? I miss you sooo much.
Mom
Joseph Flynn
June 8, 2013
Still my best friend as a child!
Kellie Zych
June 7, 2013
Jason, Every time I think of you I do see your smile and I begin to smile...
Terri Basting
June 7, 2013
forever missed forever loved forever in my heart
Jessilyn Boerum
December 17, 2012
Just thinking about you again. Miss you.
Jack Basting
April 10, 2012
I look foreword to death,with the hope to see and hug you again.I miss you so!Your father.
Jack Basting
March 9, 2012
My computer is fixed now.Once again I sit at my desk crying.I miss you so much Son.Words can not describe my pain! I will always love and miss you Jason. I will see you in my dreams.Your father!
March 6, 2012
Jason,
Jesse and I have been talking about you a lot lately it's still really hard for the both of us (especially him) and we can't believe it's been 4 years... Time does not make this any easier. We love and miss you so much!
Steph
Jessilyn Boerum
March 6, 2012
Hey buddy! I thought about you yesterday and I frequently think of you. I miss your smile. Love ya!
Jack Basting
February 7, 2012
My computer is broke so hear I sit at the Library crying trying to hide my tears. It will be like this for a long time!
Courtney
December 29, 2011
Joe and I were talking about you today! Miss ya.
Jack Basting
September 15, 2010
Not a day go's by that I don't think about you Jason.I miss you and love you.Your Father.
Court
September 13, 2010
Hey Jason,
As you know, I work with Joe now. I think that it helps us both to remember you! Still thinking about you, and I hope all is well!
Courtney Mattson
March 5, 2010
Dear Jason,
Thank you for all the smiles you brought to so many faces! We will never forget you. I think of you often, and I am grateful that you can look over your loved ones everyday. Love you and miss you.
Andrew Dablow
March 3, 2010
Jason, I love and miss you.
Kellie Zych
February 26, 2010
Dear Jason
I think of you often, I was afraid that I wouldn't see your smile any more when I lost the store. Thank god I still do, you were just like one of my kid's. Miss ya and I'll see ya again someday.
Pat Lauer
February 25, 2010
Jason, i can't believe the Lord took you so soon. I'll see you at the Pearly Gates!!! until then......You will be Greatly Missed!:(R.I.P Jason:(
Caitlin Keese
July 16, 2009
Hey there Jay, just thinking about you again-I do eveyday still...but like your Dad says-thats how we keep you alive! I miss ya Jay, we all do...keep watching over us-love you always
Sara Yanta
March 8, 2009
Hey boyfriend! Wow it's been over a yr and you are still on my mind all the time honey! I miss you still everyday!
Gena Ekbom
February 11, 2009
Hey Jay, just thinkin bout ya. Miss ya lots and love ya tons. We celebrated your birthday at Outback (your fav) and had a good time. Come visit in a dream again soon!
justin rooney
January 27, 2009
happy birthday j, i still think about you pretty frequently, and miss you.
Courtney
January 26, 2009
Happy Birthday Jason! You will never be forgotten!
Brosuff
January 26, 2009
Happy Birthday Bro, I guess when I think about when you were born that I just had turned 18 and I did not meet you till you were 20-21 but am so proud to have had you as my friend.
Joe Kallio
January 23, 2009
Happy pre-BD wishes my dear sweet friend. I wish we celebrated at least one together. I know # of years determines nothing about someones intellect cause you taught me a ton even phrases I never heard befor, funnier jokes, how to drive faster than is allowed, and especially how to interact with the ladies.
Sara Yanta
January 5, 2009
Hey J! I still think about you all the time. It's been 10 months; wow! I hope you had a great first Christmas and wonderful New Year with Jesus Christ. I love ya boyfriend and miss you much!
Roxanne Medal/Sanchez
November 24, 2008
Jason I find myself thinking of you from time to time, We used to have so much fun, You, I, Crystal, and Gordo. I loved you then and always will. I miss you even though we hadn't see much of eachother towards the end I always hoped you were doing good.See you in my dreams God bless you...
Sara Yanta
September 5, 2008
Hey boyfriend! I miss you! Can't believe it's been 6 months. It still really sucks you're gone. I love ya J!
Margaret Camizzi
August 1, 2008
My Grandson Jason You will always live in our hearts and prayers. I miss you very very much. Although there was not much time in life for us to spend time together I know that you are in a better place. Love Grandma Margaret.
Mary Lou
July 16, 2008
Hey JB. Your in my thoughts like always!! :)
S.K. Yanta
July 14, 2008
Hey boyfriend! I can't believe it's been a lil over 4 months. I just wanted to say hi and tell you I think about you daily. Miss you J!
JacK Basting
May 29, 2008
I miss you Jason,I hadent seen you sence Dec. 2005 It has been and will be an eternity.Till we meat again Love Dad! PS, Please tell me Jason. If you knew of the hearts you`ve broke would you have done it again? Keep in touch. Your Father
JacK Basting
May 29, 2008
I miss you Jason,I hadent seen you sence Dec. 2005 It has been and will be an eternity.Till we meat again Love Dad!
s.k. yanta
May 28, 2008
Hey J just wanted to say hello. I miss you dearly and I wish you were here. I can't believe it's been almost 3 months since you left us. Love ya boyfriend!
Jack Basting
May 22, 2008
Ive been to hell and back. But there is no such pain as wanting you back.I miss you so! Your heart broken father. LOVE DAD! I will see you again.
:) Jason you were an angel on earth!
May 22, 2008
Jason we miss all miss you!!!!
Mary Albers
May 22, 2008
Everyday there is time that passes where even if for just a moment your in my thoughts. You always made the little enjoyments in life fun.
May 20, 2008
you live in our minds and hearts forever homeboy i continue to learn from you still to this day and can finaly laugh and smile when i remember funny stuff you said or did especially old movies you knew line for line and could imitate certain characters to a T. much Love brosuff
Jessilyn Boerum
May 19, 2008
Hey Jason
Just wanted to drop by and say hello. I miss you tons. I think about you a lot.
Love Jessilyn
Kellie Kellie's Corner
May 18, 2008
Dear Jason, We at Kellie's miss you every day. Sometimes I can just see your smile and it makes me smile. I meet your mom and see why you were such a great person. Miss you Kellie
Jack Basting
May 15, 2008
If you die and people still speak to you,You still live! Positive energy continues on. You cant stop it,or kill it. Jason, you are eternal ! Love Dad.
Stryker Fedorowski
April 28, 2008
I just found out what happened today. I couldn't Believe it. Your laugh always helped me when I was down. I remember you wearing your black Jersey and blue jeans to elementary school every day. You said they were your favorite clothes. Or how about your tape recorder with the farting noises?
I'm sorry for never saying how much you helped me out when we were younger, or how much your friendship meant.
RIP Jason.
Abby Johnson
April 22, 2008
just thinking about you Jay. love you and miss you!
April 15, 2008
aw geez I hear ya laughing at me for saying motor bike I cant hide my age when I say things like that.
S.K.Y.
April 15, 2008
Hey "Boyfriend!" I think about you everyday and miss you everyday as well. Everytime I see a sweet car like yours; I think it's you then realize it's not. I know everyone I know up there (which is too many) is taking good care of you. Love ya J
Joe Kallio
April 10, 2008
hey pal been thinking about you alot lately and am finding things are getting mo better with each day that passes. We have had like only 2 days of nice weather and every motor bike I saw made me think of you. I think its neat that by now my brother has taught you how to play pinnocle and you showed him how much fun air horns can be. I have talked to your bro and find him to be alot like you and hope I can spend some time with him in near future. I also got to see little RJ at his birthday party and he is really something just like you said. He seen Jordan and immediately wanted to be picked up and as soon as he did he hugged him so cute to see. I also ran into Joe C. and that is what snapped me out of my depressive state of mind I believe you made that happen for us to talk and hopefully he has now seen what I have been trying to tell him all along and how life could be as opposed to how he chose to live his in the past. I see your bekah from time to time and she as allways is nice and sweet and still able to give me words of comfort it was nice to hear her say "I know" when I told her how I felt. I told my Dad today how when we first met you explained how you and your friends sit around and talked about obscure stuff and I said oh yeah like what you said like how good it feels to clean your ears with Qtips and I said yeah so do I with my friends and we call them eargasms and you looked at me like this guy gets it.
your friend Brosuff
Jessilyn Boerum
April 7, 2008
Hey Jason! I just wanted to stop by to tell you I missed you. John, Joe, Mikey and I were riding, and I wished you were there with us, just like the old days. I miss you so much hun. Watch over us!
April 4, 2008
I cant believe you been gone for almost a month! It seems like just yesterday i saw you. maybe that was in my dreams. i didnt know you as well as i would have liked to, but you always made me feel like family when i saw you. still thinking about you all the time and miss you dearly.
Mary
March 27, 2008
Jason everyday your in my thoughts. You are so important to so many! My heart goes out to your family. When I was going through pictures I just smiled at everyone you are in you just have that smile that spreads joy! I love you JB your the best and I miss you. I sure wish we would have spent more time together the past year. :)
Vikki
March 25, 2008
Jason, many have said this before me, but you were a great guy. You were so sweet, and always so happy. A person couldn't help but brighten up when you were around. I remember growing up with you and shayna, those are memories I will never forget. You have truly touched so many people's lives. You will always be loved and missed.
Shayna, Terri, Dustin and Jack,
I am heartbroken for you.I am so sorry for you loss. My thoughts are with you always. I love you guys!
Vikki
Leah Brinkman
March 25, 2008
Ahhh the days spent in the shed with lil Jay!!! He always wanted to bounce me off the trampoline..! He had a smile for days....You'll be missed, next time I see you, lets cheers ;)
Jessica Ohs
March 24, 2008
I remember Jason from High School at ALC on Rice St. and he would come visit me at Maplewood Mall when I worked at Mrs. Fields. He was so full of life. He was funny and had a great smile. I remember I would have a bad day and he would hide on the other side of the book shelf at school and act like he was going down an escalator. He could always make me laugh. He will be missed!
Jack Basting
March 22, 2008
I thought I was a tuff guy until I lost my son. Now not a day goes by when I dont cry.I miss you more than words can tell! I love you ! Your heart broken father.
Betty Camizzi
March 21, 2008
I miss you Jason your life end to soon, I'm sorry we did not get to know each other better. You had so much to live for and so much to see only a drop in a bucket have you experienced. Love you and miss you lots.
Justin Lederer
March 18, 2008
Dear Bastings Family,
I have known Jason for 4 years, since I started working at Kellie's Corner. We go through hundreds of customers a day, even thousands, but some always stand out to us. Jason was one of those few customers. He was always smiling and saying, "Take it sleezy." That's a phrase I will never forget. Jason did touch my life. I don't know anyone who had a bigger heart.I will never stop thinking about Jason, he was truly an angel on Earth and now he is one forever with you. You have all of my thoughts right now.
Lisa Parenteau
March 18, 2008
Jason,
I remember when I first met you. You were just a little boy. I watched you grow into a man. You always had a smile on your face that lit up the room. You had such an awesome outlook and positive spirit about things. I love you! You will be forever missed!
Dustin and Shayna,
I'm so sorry about your loss. I've known you all forever it seems. I am here for you when ever you need me. I love you!
Anna Lantto
March 18, 2008
Memories... Like others have said, Jason(a.k.a. Baby Bear)'s smile was like no other.
When I was down, he always had some new pick up line to make me laugh. "Take it sleazy"
I'll never forget the time we went to 8 different places to get my tongue peirced. No one would do it, as I was not of age. Jason bought ice cream to cheer me up, but then spent the whole time making designs in it with HIS tongue ring. "Peachy kean, Jelly Bean."
He will be missed.
My thoughts and prayers are with the Basting family. God bless.
Ryab MacMullan
March 18, 2008
Like you all know Jason was the most genuine and caring person out there. There have been so many memories over the years I cant remember them all. The one that sticks out most to me is one beautiful summer day just Jason and I took a motorcycle ride around WBL. Ill never forget his smile and laugh. So once again thank you Jason for everything. R.I.P
Angie
March 18, 2008
Well I am going to miss you, Jason you were like a little brother I never had. How it all happen it doesn't matter you will always have a place in my heart. RIP little man!!!!
Kaytee Kerr
March 17, 2008
It was an honor knowing Jason. He had a presence about him like no other. He could always make me laugh and I will always smile when i think about what a great dancer he was... but got embarrassed when showing me. He was one of a kind and he will not be forgotten. My heart goes out to the family in this difficult time.
Justin Rooney
March 17, 2008
jason, im really going to miss you pal. much like chris littleton said, you defied any/all age gaps in the past, and im sure continued to do so in all the years since. you were always down with everyone and on so many occasions brought a lot of joy to my life. im really happy i was able to see you that one last time just a few weeks ago, and ill always remember chatting with you about us both being new uncles, and how excited you were about it. and to the rest of the family, i cannot imagine what it feels like to lose a son or brother, and my thoughts go out to you. like some others have said, it was great to have ever even known jason. i will always miss him.
Christy Clark
March 17, 2008
Jason an my brother Dave were very close. Jason had a way of calming him down. If you know Dave then you know that is rare. Jason is one of the few people that I consistanly saw since high school. I would run into him everywhere and was always greeted with a huge smile and a big hug. It's unimaginable that he is no longer with us. My thoughts are with you all.
kellie's Corner
March 16, 2008
Dear Bating family,
As everyone has said Jason had an ifectious personality. The 1st time he came into the store I knew he was someone special! He would always come into the store just to visit and brighten our day. He wasn't just a customer he was a friend to all. We miss you Jason! Love The Kellie's Crew, Thank you for letting us be a part of your life.
Dustin, myself and Jason
March 15, 2008
March 14, 2008
Eric Littlewing Miller
March 14, 2008
Terri, Jack, and family,
My name is Eric Littlewing, I was friends with Jason for many years. He was such a gift to this world and I will miss him dearly. I wish I could have been there to show my support. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Eric "Littlewing" Miller
Chris Hall
March 13, 2008
Jason, Terry and I worked together but didn't see each other that often. What I knew of Jason though was what made him very special. He had charisma that you don't find in many people. You can tell when someone is a genuinely good person and Jason was that. It takes a special person to make such a positive impression on someone so quickly. It was a pleasure to know Jason for as long as I did and I look forward to working with Terry again when she's ready.
Nina Arnsdorff
March 13, 2008
Dustin,
you may not remember me,i think the last time we hung out was in 95.i just wanted to say how saddend i am for you and i can say i know exactly what you are going through,my sister Jessie passed away jan.27. accidently.it's going to be ruff,i still have a hard time talking about my sister.if you want to talk contact me:)
Angelina Diaz
March 13, 2008
I would like to send my deepest symapthies to Jasons family.Ive known his sister for years and recently just became better friends with Jason as well.
He had the most contagious smile and will be missed by many.I know he loved to dance,thats where he and i had the most fun! He spent his last Valentines Day with me and some friends having a great time!He will never be forgotten.
There are never any answers when we all ask "why"..but knowing hes with the lord should comfort us all.
He may no longer be with us in body,but his spirit will always be among us.
I'll miss you Jason!
Tim Capaul
March 13, 2008
Dustin I am truly sorry for you, and your family's loss, and my heart is broken by not being able to be there today. Jason was an amazing human being, he was truly one of a kind. The good times we shared will always be in my heart. Jason was loved by too many to count, but he will be forever missed by all. I'll never forget his never fading smile, and his true love for the dance. Jason may not be here in flesh, but he'll live forever in our hearts.
Sherry Benjamin
March 13, 2008
Jason was my neighbor, and he will be missed. I will be praying for the family and all who loved and knew him. He was very kind and helpful to my family. God Bless all of you, Love in Christ, Sherry
Chris Littleton
March 13, 2008
I am so saddened to hear the news. My love and wishes go out to the Bastings. Jason was very special to us. I remember him most for defying age gaps and being a very cool little brother that the older kids enjoyed being around. I'm sorry for my families loss, your loss, and the worlds loss. There will be less laughs, charm, and love. You will be missed. LOVE THE LITTLETONS!
Beth Littleton
March 13, 2008
I will remember Jason, and when I do I will smile. He had such a great personality and such a big heart. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Hope Henseler
March 12, 2008
I was fortunate enough to meet Jason many years ago. I don't know that there was anyone he came in contact with that did not catch his contagious personality, including myself. Although I have not hung out with Jason in the last several years, I still would see him now and then. I will always miss Jay's classic greeting. A smile ear to ear, arms up in the air, a "What's Up!", and a Jason signature hug that was comparable to no other. Jay will be greatly missed by all, as it is obvious to see. Until we meet again, Love You Jay!
Maggie (Baumann)
March 12, 2008
To The Basting Family ~ I received the news Sat by an old friend -- I couldn't believe it - We grew up on the same street until Dustin and I were 12 -- I moved away suddenly but never forgot you all. May God Bless your family and Jason may you finally rest in peace.
Karen Manke
March 12, 2008
Jason,
Even though our time together didn't work out, I'm so glad that remained good friends. I'll never forget our late night talks. You were such an amazing person and I am so grateful for knowing you. You touched my life and taught me a lot about myself. We had a lot of good times and laughs and I'll never forget you.
brandon vandaalen
March 12, 2008
hey jay,
I know we havent hung out for along time,but when we were kids and you and your brother would come over with your mom,or id come spend the night at your place we always had fun,back then life was easy as kids no worries no stress,it was good!i remember seeing who could burn the most ants with a magnifying glass before the clouds took over the sun,or when we would wrestle and i would get so angry cause you were so much stronger then me!! well i guess god needed a great guy,see ya when i get there bro!
my prayers are with you teri,dustin,shana and jack!stay strong,through every dark night there is a brighter day!
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