Jay Taber
May 09, 2012
Jay Taber, 33, died unexpectedly, Wednesday, May 9, 2012, at Mercy Medical Center-West Lakes in West Des Moines. He was born June 5, 1978, in Newton, Iowa, to Michiel and Beverly Taber.
Jay graduated from Newton High School in 1996, and received a degree from DMACC in Information Technology. He married Alyssa Cleveringa on September 4, 2004. He was a volunteer fire fighter and EMT for the Grimes Fire Department. Jay had worked for Wells Fargo in the IT area since 2006. He was an avid Green Bay Packers fan, a season ticket holder for Iowa State football, and enjoyed attending I-Cubs games. Most of all, Jay loved spending time with his family, especially his wife and son.
Jay is survived by his loving wife, Alyssa; son, Aaron Michael Taber; parents, Michiel and Beverly Taber of Newton; brother Michiel (Angela) Taber of Des Moines; niece, Samantha Taber; paternal grandmother, Lucille Taber of Newton; maternal grandmother, Betty Klingensmith of Newton; parents-in-law, Michael and Valerie Cleveringa of Rock Rapids; brother-in-law, Eric (Leslie) Cleveringa of Harrisburg, SD; paternal grandmother-in-law, Arlene Cleveringa of Orange City; and maternal grandmother-in-law, LaVonne Simonson of Ruthven, Iowa. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Leon Taber; maternal grandfather, Forrest Klingensmith; paternal grandfather-in-law, James Cleveringa; and maternal grandfather-in-law, Richard Simonson.
Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m., Saturday, May 12, 2012, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue. The family will greet friends from 4 to 8 p.m., Friday, May 11, 2012, at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be given to the family to start a college fund for Aaron, in loving memory of Jay.
Online condolences may be made to:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Jill Grimes
05/11/2012
Alyssa & Aaron - I feel for your loss very deeply as I am his cousin in Newton. I grew up with Jay and his brother Mikey and I only wish I could find a way to help you in this difficult time. I am still in shock and very sad but can not imagine what you must be feeling. Please know that you are in my thoughts! Love Jill (Beintema)
Mary (Larson) Rolfes
05/11/2012
I worked with Jay at Pioneer; he always had a sparkle in his eye! My thoughts and prayers are with Jay and the beautiful family he leaves behind.
Brian & Nicole Brown
05/11/2012
Alyssa & Aaron - There are no words to express how deeply saddened we are. The shock is still present, and will be for a while. He was taken way too soon, but there is some comfort in knowing that he's looking over us all now. We love you!
Karen Baker
05/10/2012
I am so sorry for your loss, you are in my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Georges De Vries
05/10/2012
Words fall short of expressing my sorrow for your loss.
Chris Maland
05/10/2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and we are very sorry for your loss. Jay was a wonderful person. He will be missed by everyone.
Andrea Brouwer
05/10/2012
Jay will definitely be missed! I am glad I got to know him through the fire department! I am so glad I got to see him on Saturday at the pancake breakfast! My heart goes out for you and your families! You are in my prayers!!!
Angie Keith (Webster)
05/10/2012
So saddened by this news. Thinking of Jay's family. Jay and I graduated together. He was a super nice guy and always funny!
Candace Jackson
05/10/2012
Alyssa - I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Carla Gander
05/10/2012
Thinking of all of Jay's family during this difficult time! My thoughts and prayers are with you all!!!
Jane Tehel
05/10/2012
I was so sorry to learn about Jay. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mary Cox
05/10/2012
Oh Jay! I miss you so much! I can't believe you are gone. Alissa, I love you and you are in my thoughts. Jay was a wonderful person and I am so blessed to have had him in my life.
Kelly Falke
05/10/2012
Alyssa - I am so sorry for your loss!!! God bless you and Aaron. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jay was a wonderful FAN.
Paula McVey
05/10/2012
I am so sorry to hear about Jay. My thoughts and prayers are with y'all and I send everyone hugs. I pray God gives you strength during this time.
Gina Adams
05/10/2012
Oh My God! I can't believe Jay is gone. I am shocked. I don't know what to say. I worked with Jay at WalMarta long time ago and I concered him a great friend. I am so sorry for your loss. Jay is a great person and will be missed very much.