Jason Andrew Jackson
November 01, 2009
Jason Andrew Jackson, son of Raymond and Jolene (Leib) Jackson, was born on November 16, 1977 in Des Moines, Iowa. He passed away on Sunday, November 1, 2009, in Newark, New Jersey, at the age of 31 years, 11 months from complications of a stroke.
Jason graduated from North High School in May 1996. Jason never married, but he lived and worked in New York City and New Jersey. He loved doing carpentry work and working on house interiors in his spare time as he was very creative in these areas. He was a waiter at a few restaurants in New York City, most recently at Serendipity Restaurant.
Jason is survived by his parents; his brother Scott and wife Dawn, nieces Rebecca, Lindsey and Courtney, nephews Christopher and Matthew of Bondurant; his partner Dennis Sepulvada of Maplewood, New Jersey; his grandmother Helen Leib of Allerton, and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Jason was preceeded in death by his grandparents, Cecil and Myrtle Jackson, grandfather Eugene Leib, three uncles, one aunt, and one cousin.
Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m., Friday, November 6th at Hamilton's near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue in Des Moines. Burial will be in the Pine Hill Cemetery in Des Moines. Visitation will be held on Thursday evening from 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to the family in loving memory of Jason.
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Christina Harris
11/06/2009
Words can not express how much Jason will be missed and forever loved. He was the funniest, sweetest guy I ever had the privledge of knowing and being friends with. I recall several memories of us outside in his backyard with goofing off and bouncing around. My heart goes out to the whole Jackson family, friends and classmates and my condolences as well. We love you Jason !!! I know alot of us are so sorry we didnt get a chance to say hi or goodbye but someday we will see you, until Rest In Peace, Your free from any pain you had been going through!! I love you !! We love you !!
Christie Cunningham Coffin
11/05/2009
I am so sorry to hear of Jason's passing. I have fond memories of Jason from church when we were younger. I had just seen him a few years ago at Joseph's Steakhouse here in Des Moines and enjoyed talking to him as it had been so long since I had seen him. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Jenica V. Bendixen
11/05/2009
I knew Jason since Kindergarten at Madison Elementary. We then made our way to Harding Junior High and on to North High School. We shared many memories. His personality and warm smile, I am sure will be missed greatly. I will miss running into him on rare occasion and reunions. My warm thoughts of him will hopefully keep his memory alive. He should not, and will not be forgotten. I pray that you have lots of love surrounding you in this time of loss. He will always be around.
Thinking of you!
Jenica
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Steve & Debbie Webb and family
11/05/2009
To the Jackson family,
We are so sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time.
Lisa Carlson
11/05/2009
To the family of Jason Jackson I pray for peace and serenity in your time of loss. I will always admire Jason for his charm and sincerity. He was a very talented man with many abilities. I loved him for who he was and he will always be in my heart.
misty kohrs
11/04/2009
My heart goes out to the Jackson family. Jason was such a sweet guy with a great sense of humor he always made me laugh. He will be missed by everyone
Matthew Biretz
11/04/2009
Jason was a great friend and an amazing individual. No matter what he had on his mind or how bad his day was, he could always make your day brighter just by saying 'hi' to him. He had personality and charisma like no other and it affected everyone around him.
My deepest sympathy to his family, Jason may not be with us in body any longer, but his spirit will never be forgotten.
John Robovsky
11/04/2009
I am so sorry Jolene, Raymond, Scott and the kids.. He will truely be missed by so many people that he has touched. There aren't words to describe the pain I feel for all of you and Dennis. Jason has tought me how to be a stronger and better person. And for that, I will always be greatful. I have so many great memories with him that will forever be charished. My heart goes out to you and i will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Amanda Pope
11/03/2009
Jason was always such a great guy. Funny, Smart. He had this charisma that just drew people to him. And he always had a kind word to everybody, no matter if he talked to you 10 minutes or 10 months ago. To his family, I am sorry for your loss. All of those who knew him, will miss him.
Wendy Miller
11/03/2009
Jason was a great friend, I have alot of fun memories hanging out at his parents house.Memories that will last a life time. My thoughts and prayers go out to you. Jason Andrew Jackson will be greatly missed by all.
Amy McManus
11/03/2009
Ray and Jolene
It has been such a long time since we have spoke and I hate that under these circumstances we all come back together. I am so sorry for your loss, Jason was such a wonder person. I know he remained the same loyal and sweet friend he always was. He touched my heart in so many ways.
You are in my thoughts.
Genea Moore
11/03/2009
My heart goes out to the Jackson family, Jason was always a great friend. I have many fond memories of him including my first surprise birthday party at the Jackson home back in 7th grade. He is going to be greatly missed, such a great person lost at such a young age.
Cara Rivas (Chenoweth)
11/02/2009
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Jason was such a loving and caring guy. He will be deeply missed and never forgotton.