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Jay Mathis Obituary
Jay N. Mathis, age 65, died peacefully on Tuesday, May 20th, 2025 at Cornerstone Hospice Facility in Clermont, Florida. Jay was born in San Jose, California on July 16th, 1959. He was the son of the late Jerry N. Mathis and the late Joyce Stocek Mathis.
Jay grew up in Wilton, Connecticut and graduated from Wilton High School in 1978. He was very involved in athletics and played football. In addition, he loved lacrosse and achieved the honor of making All State lacrosse in 1978. He attended Lake Forest College, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and the Florida Culinary Institute.
Jay always had a passion for flying and became a pilot. May you fly high, Jaybird! He also loved to cook and worked at Walt Disney World. Jay had a true zest for the outdoors, too. His hobbies included travel, fishing, skiing, and hiking. He was truly a Warrior in all aspects of life!
He is survived by his sister Jennifer (Dave) Geschke, Irving, Texas, and nieces Hannah & Leah Geschke, Dallas, Texas, uncle David (Toni) Mathis, Lake Forest, Illinois, aunt Faith Mathis, Wilmington, Delaware, and numerous cousins.
Funeral services will be a family burial service in Forest Park, Illinois. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society. Info: Lake Forest Funeral Home (Formerly Wenban) www.wenbanfh.com or (847)234-0022.
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John Bergamini
June 11, 2025
Jay's contagious laugh and smile are eternal for many!
I am so sorry to hear of his departure but relieved to discover that he had established himself in Florida , as he had dropped of the radar many years ago.
Fond "Jay" memories include; pool-time in Wilton with Patches, numerous gatherings in NYC, and frolics and festivities in Lake Placid.
Jay, you have been, still are, and will be, missed...
Nicholas Lee
June 9, 2025
I am so sorry to read of this. I had lost touch with Jay over the years but have such fond memories of time with him. It is heartbreaking to think of the loss of such a kind soul who cared more for others than himself. Godspeed Jaybird.
Doreen Powell I will always love you. 25 years is a long time to be togeth
June 8, 2025
Jay 25 years is a long time to be together.I will always love you forever.
Ted Riegel
June 7, 2025
Such sad news. Jay was a member of the great Wilton High School class of '78 and a good friend. We spent many nights at each others house for parties, and driving to concerts with the gang. Tess and I did visit Jay a long time ago when he was living in, I believe, Tequesta FL. But, like many, had lost touch with him in the last 30 odd years. A great athlete, good buddy, he'll be missed and always in our memories. Fly on Freebird... Fly on...
Jen Brown Nye
June 7, 2025
So very sorry to hear this. Jay was a wonderful person with a big heart. He will always hold a special place in my heart.
John Sweeney
June 6, 2025
Hi )
It´s Been a while all !
I got the call last night from Craig E
Wow
Jay was awesome!
I´m standing now on my deck in New Hampshire ( where Jay and I shared many beverages) toasting a beer to a good old friend!
All the best to 1978 `
Sweenz
Sue Peterson
June 5, 2025
Jay was so much a part of my high school years. Dating one of my dearest friends Ellen G. He was the sweetest kindest soul. Unfortunately we didn´t keep in touch but Ellen,Donna and I always wondered what happened to him. He will always be in our hearts. May jay RIP. Know we always loved you.
ELLEN GHIRINGHELLI
June 5, 2025
Jay was an absolute gem of a human being. My high school years were spent with Jay and his family. Those memories are so very dear to me. I think of him often. He will live on in our memories and all that we have shared. Fly high Jaybird!
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