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Jason McCarthy Obituary
Jason McCarthy, beloved son, brother and grandson, went to be with God as result of a tragic accident on Dec. 18, 2006.
Jason was born in San Luis Obispo on July 18, 1968. He played soccer, basketball, baseball and football. He graduated from Camarillo High School in 1986 and from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, in 1992. Jason loved life and the outdoors. He loved working out, exercising and hiking, and we know that Jason is now on the highest mountain with God. His many friends will miss his smile, contagious laughter and joyous spirit, which will never be forgotten.
Jason is survived by his parents, Neil and Lola McCarthy; sister, Jamie Wiltfang, her husband, Eric, and their children, Brooke and Blake; grandparents Herb and Pat Woodring; aunts and uncles Jim and Judy Woodring and Ron and Connie Woodring; cousins, Michael, Wesley and Christopher Woodring; and many friends. He is also survived by his grandmother Dene McCarthy; aunts Jeanne McCarthy, Maureen Wilson and Patti Kasper; and uncle Mike McCarthy.
He was preceded in death by his grandfather James McCarthy.
Viewing will begin at 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 22, with a service to commence at 11 a.m., at St. John's Lutheran Church, 1500 North C St., Oxnard. Burial will follow at Conejo Mountain Memorial Park in Camarillo.
Arrangements are under the direction of Valley Oaks-Griffin Mortuary, Westlake Village.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jason McCarthy
Tracy Provencher-Mooney
January 14, 2007
My thoughts go out to Jason's family and friends. I haven't seen Jason in many years. My mother used to babysit Jason and Jamie when they were young. They were at our house most weekdays and I got to know them well during that time. I saw Jason several years ago on a visit to Camarillo and I was met with a big smile and a friendly hello. I have lots of memories of Jason. He was funny and made me laugh often as a kid. I was shocked and very sad to hear of his passing today.
Matt Overley
January 3, 2007
Jason is one of the most unique & spirited individuals I've ever known. Great personality! I always looked forward to seeing him and chatting about something. Running was a popular subject, and I credit Jason with recruiting me into the Steve Prefontaine fan club. I imagine that Jason and "Pre" had a lot in common... personality, drive, etc. It's just ashame that tragic endings is one of them. My wife (the "General" Leigh) and I will truly miss him.
Dave Calvin
January 3, 2007
To The McCarthy Family,
I am so very sorry to hear about the passing of Jason! I Just found out about it yesterday via his myspace. I've known Jason since JR high and then through High School and our Friday the 13th 1986 Graduation. My thoughts and prayers will be with all of you. I have said a prayer for all of you at this time. Sincerely, David
Tiffany Williams
January 2, 2007
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your loved one - you have my deepest and sincerest condolences. It is with much fond memory that I think of the time that I knew Jason from our work and training at Procter & Gamble. We shared a love for music, fitness, and great humor. Know that my prayers are with the family. God Bless.
Lisa (Pugh) Zimmer
January 2, 2007
Neil, Lola & Jamie,
I am sorry to hear about Jason. I haven't seen him for so many years but just hearing his name brings a smile to my face and brings back so many fun times that we had together in junior high and high school. I am sure that he will continue to bring smiles to the faces of so many others. My thoughts are with you all during this time.
Toni Hanson
January 2, 2007
I'm so very sorry for our loss. I came to know Jason though working in Purchasing. God Bless and know that Jason is in a much, much better place now and I know he's up there smiling down on us.
Melissa Risley
January 2, 2007
I worked with Jason in purchasing from 2002 through 2005. My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Vincent Sorisio
January 1, 2007
Jason loved life, music, and having fun!
I will miss his smile and his winning personality!
Eric Cameron
December 29, 2006
My heartfelt condolences to your family and friends during this difficult time. I had the pleasure of talking to and meeting Jason via our puchases work. Jason was always a very pleasant, relaxing person with a great attitude, a quick smile and sense of humor. The P&G Purchases family share deeply in the loss and wish you comfort and hope that your fondest memories help sustain and help carry all the loved ones that Jasons' life touched. God bless all.
Nikolai Arrasmith
December 28, 2006
Dear Neil, Auntie Lola and Jamie,
I know you must be hurting a lot. I will pray for your family every night. He is safe with God. He is watching over you. He will be in your heart forever. I love you lots!
Jeannie Reed
December 27, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
John Saxon
December 27, 2006
Happy our paths crossed even for such a short moment.
Gloria and John
Line' Spencer-Donnelly
December 23, 2006
To the McCarthy Family,
My deepest sympathies go out to all of you. I got to see Jason at our recent highschool reunion and it was such a pleasure, I was so glad to see him there! He gave me a big hug and we just looked at each other and laughed. His joyful laugh and that big smile brought back some really great memories.
I will keep Jason and your family in my prayers.
Brian Dierberger
December 23, 2006
As a classmate, I remember Jason well. He was a really great guy, and I always thought well of him. Deepest sympathies to the family and close friends.
Frank Morales
December 23, 2006
Dear Mr&Mrs McCarthy & family thank you for the upraising of jason as we got to share memories in life during our baseball seasons he will be deeply missed on behalf of my family I send my deepest condolences
Terry Tackett
December 22, 2006
Dear McCarthy Family,
Pat and I are so saddened with your tremendous loss. We can't imagine losing a child
Hopely this will comfort you: "Grieve for as long as it takes, then remember forever."
Our love,
Terry and Pat Tackett
Pat Leadbetter
December 22, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Ursula Brenes
December 22, 2006
To Jason a coleague always able to help, always positive and with that big desired of serve. Jason.. I want to give a piece of my hearth to your family because I know they will be suffering a lot .. to you my best wishes.. I know you are trying to help in all you can ... there in heaven !!
Janet Sauerbier
December 22, 2006
I am so sorry and so sad to hear of the loss of my friend. I've known Jason since junior high school and he was always a joy to be around. I am so thankful to know he is with the Lord and I look forward to seeing him again someday. My prayers are with his family and friends. May God bring you much comfort.
Sincerely,
Janet (Cunningham) Sauerbier
Suzanne Moisan
December 21, 2006
To the McCarthy Family
My heart goes out to all of you during this very sad time. My prayers and thoughts are with you and as Jason was your angel here on earth he is now an angel in heaven.
December 21, 2006
Lainie Karisko
December 21, 2006
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss and my heart goes out to all who knew and loved Jason. I had the privilege of meeting Jason when he and my son, Duane Helderlein, came to Breckenridge, CO to ski the high country. So glad to have met you, Jason, and to know you were such a great friend to my son.
Jeff Gallagher
December 21, 2006
To The McCarthy Family,
I am so very sorry to hear about the passing of Jason! I Just found out about it today from Scott Fottler. I've known Jason since i was a young teen. We played basketball and football together. His dad coached us. I have some awsome memories with Jason and the family as well. My regrets on not being able to make the funeral tomorrow BUT please know that my thoughts and prayers will be with all of you. He was a steller guy and will be surly missed by me and many others. I have said a prayer for all of you at this devestating time. Fondly Jeff Gallagher
John Gallagher
December 21, 2006
To the Family,
Our heart goes out to you in the time of need. There are many great memories that I have of working at Sizzlers and playing sports with Jason that I will cherish forever.I'm so very greatful that I was able to be touched by such a warm and giving individual.May all the great memories that people share with you at this time of need help you on your journey to heal and deal with the pain of your loss.With deep sympathy John Gallagher and family.
Bruce and Jeanette Casserly
December 21, 2006
Neil and Lola,
What a shock. My heart goes out to you. I find my self imagining such a loss, and imagining Neil, who I know best, cranking away at work and then finding out suddenly of this stunning, precious loss. Makes me very sad.
Bruce and Nette Casserly
John Miller
December 21, 2006
My prayers go out to Jason's family. I have had the privlige to work and get to know Jason. He will truly be missed. May God Bless his family and look after them.
Duane Helderlein (Jr.)
December 21, 2006
I have known Jason since my early teens. We came to know each other during my summer visits to California, as he lived next door to my Father. Although we had drifted apart after our college years, I have always considered Jason as one of my best friends. I have so many wonderful memories with Jason, from skiing in Colorado, road trips to San Diego, and waterskiing the Colorado River. Thank you my friend for everything you brought into my life.
Lisa Kemp
December 21, 2006
Lola, Neil & Jamie:
My heart hurts when I think of your loss. I will miss Jasons ginormous smile and positive energy. I feel very fortunate to have been his neighbor for the last 3.5 years. I have many wonderful memories of Jason and will hold on to them forever. Clint and I want you to know that we are just a step away for anything you might need.
Love you all,
Clint, Lisa and Makenna.
Irene Piedra
December 21, 2006
Jason left a footprint in the life of the people who got the chance to meet him well. I will never forget his sense of humor, jokes, the way he enjoyed his life and the special friend and person he was.
I will miss him..., but I am sure he is having a good time already in heaven, singing and going up hills….
I will never forget you!
Brian Duimovich
December 21, 2006
To Jason's family,
I am very sorry to hear about Jason. He was a good man and someone I have known for along time. I had the priveledge of playing little league baseball and attending Camarillo High school with Jason. In fact I just spoke with him at the gym about a week before his accident. He was friendly and smiling as usual. We shared a few laughs and continued on with our days activities. I am glad I got that opportunity to speak with Jason. I will miss him indeed.
Jack Paynter
December 21, 2006
To Jason's family:
I'm so sorry to hear of Jason's passing.I had opportunities to talk to Jason and enjoyed our conversations very much. May God give you the strength and courage to continue on.
Sylvia Quick
December 21, 2006
I will miss Jason. He was always able to make me laugh. He was very comfortable with himself. Sitting in his chair as if he were driving a sports car. (Purchasing Co-worker)
Phyllis Mlynek
December 21, 2006
My deepest sympathies on your loss. Jason was always a joy to work with here at P&G. We enjoyed talking about motorcycle riding and his latest hikes. I understand that you donated his organs. It is so gracious of you to think of others in your time of grief. My husband has a kidney transplant that has improved our lives so much. You and Jason will be blessed daily by those that have received this wondrous gift. Again I'm sorry for your loss, we will all miss Jason.
Traci Donovan
December 21, 2006
Dear McCarthy Family,
I am so sorry to hear about Jason. He was a good friend to all. My prayers are with you during this very difficult time.
Sincerely, Traci (Tackett) Donovan
Benita Byrd
December 21, 2006
Lola, Neil, and Family,
My deepest condolences go out to you and your family. The thoughts and prayers of my family are with all of you during this sad time.
Benita Byrd & Family
Coleen Kern
December 21, 2006
My prayers are with you. I worked with Jason years ago and am so sorry for your loss.
Rhea Baldwin
December 21, 2006
I am sorry for your loss. I worked with Jason for a short period of time, but he was refreshing and a joy to work with. He left a mark on me to look at the job a little differently. I understand you donated his organs and I would like to thank you for that. My significant other had a kidney transplant on Good Friday, April 9, 2004. The family of the donor turned our lives around. You are truly special people and I believe Jason would have supported this decision. I send holiday thank you cards to the donor family and express our gratitude, I hope the recepients of Jason's organs give you the same gratitude. I know it doesn't take away the pain, but I pray my cards comfort the family knowing their son lives on in our lives. Once again, I am sorry for your loss and will keep you in my prayers.
Beth Carroll
December 21, 2006
I Loved Working with Jason! Over the last 10+ years, He would give me a hard time one minute and make me laugh the next! Not to Say eating all my M&M's out of my candy dish.
I know that he is on Top Of The Mountain with God and I'm sure he is Rocking Out, with his song and the his Air Guitar routines.
Julie McCord
December 21, 2006
My condolences goes out to the family of Jason McCarthy. I haven't had the opportunity of meeting Jason face to face, however; I have had many opportunities to speak to him concerning work related issues. Jason was a person with wit and personilty that diligently worked hard to maintain a joyful working atmosphere. He will be missed!!! May the Love of God be with you and your family during this time.
Marianela Aguilar
December 21, 2006
I met Jason at Oxnard Plant back in January 2004.
He always had a great sense of humor. He was kind and with a little spirit.
We will miss him.
Jim Andrews
December 21, 2006
Jason Will be missed in the P&G Purchasing department. I pray Gods peace to his family.
Carolyn McKoy
December 21, 2006
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Evelyn Davis
December 21, 2006
My thoughts and prayers to the family. May your love and memories of Jason and your faith in God help you through this most difficult time.
Wayne Pollock
December 21, 2006
I am a P&G Buyer in GBS, I never knew Jason, but was familiar with his name as a fellow buyer, my prayers are with the family and friends.
Marilyn Van De Wettering
December 21, 2006
To Jason's Family:
I send you my deepest sympathy. The words from his obituary are so true. I was in Oxnard this past Spring and had the chance to see Jason. I will always remember that smile. Jason also visited Green Bay and the word of his passing has made an impact. All of you are in my prayers during this time.
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