Jay was a special guy... a guy who loved life and people and fun. He took in strays and he had the gift of making every person who came through the door of Gary's Auto feel like she was his most important customer.
He died too young.
I wish I had a copy of the letter Jay had tucked away inside his address book to be read in case of his death. He told people not to grieve, but to have fun remembering him. Everyone should write such a letter.
Something about the things people shared at Jay's memorial today reminded me of Anna from Mr. God, This is Anna. Curious, loving, outspoken and a tease.
I wasn't close to Jay at all. I only knew him as a close friend of a close friend. But watching the faces of those who scattered his ashes in the bay, I was struck by how much influence one man can have if he shares his enthusiasm for living.
God bless you, Jay. And God bless those who loved you.
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Hi passing has left a big hole in our hearts. We will forever miss him and his humor.
Thank you Patty for being YOU! And for being there in my time of need.
You have been a blessing in my life and a sister for all eternity!!
From my heart to yours,
I love you
:-)
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