Duane Spears
Sunday February 8, 2009 at
5:18 PM
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Jason
You left so sudden
never a goodbye to say.
Remembering your smile is easy
we do it every day .
There will always be a heartache
and often a silent tear,
But, precious memories will last
forever of the days you were here.
As time goes passing by,
to some you maybe forgotten,
and others a part of the past,
But, to those that love and lost you
Your memory will forever last..
Your family, Dad, Mom,
Kim and Brian , Jeff & Anne , Eric & Linda
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Brooke B. HIS NIECE " We all love you uncle Jason"
Monday February 2, 2009 at
2:32 PM
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My uncle Jason was the best uncle there ever was in the entire world. He would always take me and ONLY ME on the snowmobile. It was so fun I promise we were going like really fast I miss him so much but he is always in my dreams and when ever i want to see him i look up at the sky.... thanks for you're consurne for my family and me.
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Lucas and Angela Drews
Thursday March 6, 2008 at
1:57 PM
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We are saddened to hear of your loss. Jason was a wonderful person and will be dearly missed. Our thoughts are with you and your entire family.
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Travis Reynolds
Monday March 3, 2008 at
4:48 PM
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My thoughts and prayers are with the family which i had the chance to meet and create memories with also.
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Ryan Gummere
ryang@northpointelending.com
Friday February 29, 2008 at
12:50 PM
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I was deeply moved by Jason's presence in my life. He had a profound impact on me and this impact inspired me to write a tribute that many of you enjoyed at his memorial service. The words came so naturally that I absoultely believe that Jason spoke the words as I typed them. This tribute came together faster and with more clarity than anything I have written before (I wish he helped me with some of my college assignments). If you would like a copy of Jason's tribute, please feel free to send me an email and I will gladly send you a copy.
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Starr Jensen
Friday February 29, 2008 at
9:59 AM
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Duane, Nancy and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Jason was such a fun person to be around. He always made everyone laugh. He will be missed by so many people. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Starr
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Jared Pierce
Thursday February 28, 2008 at
6:44 PM
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Jason was great person to be around, We worked together on a few different houses. I was the electrician and he was the plumber so we always gave each other a hard time. He always made my day a little better having him there to talk to. My thoughts and prayers to his family and friends, he will be greatly missed
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Rene' & Todd Bjerke
Thursday February 28, 2008 at
4:01 PM
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Uncle Duane, Aunt Nancy, Kim, Brian, Brooke, Jeff, Ann, Gracelin, Eric, Linda, Blake & Jenna...Although we are unable to personally be there - our thoughts and prayers have been with you all from the moment we were told of the tragic news. Jason will be deeply missed by so many of us and our hearts are aching with you.
Love & Prayers, Rene' & Todd
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Sherry Hager
Thursday February 28, 2008 at
1:44 PM
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I am extremely saddend by the loss of Jason. My prayers and thoughts are with the family.
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Robin Dorey
Thursday February 28, 2008 at
1:30 AM
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Duane,Nancy and Family,
I never had the pleasure of meeting you, but Jason and I got to be very close friends I only knew him briefly but he has left a lasting impression on me that will last forever . You should be very proud of yourselves to have raised such a wonderful man, he always treated me such upmost respect and I honestly have had some of the funnest times of my life with him, I am very blessed to have known Jason Spears and am so gratful for the time I have had to had to spend with him, my thoughts are with you.
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Duane and Nancy Spears
Wednesday February 27, 2008 at
7:56 PM
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Nancy and I acknowleges with deep appreciation your kind expressions of sympathy. I thank you for making this sad day so special for Jason. I would especsially thank my nephew Ryan Gummure (Jason cousin and a best friend) for making such a beautiful presentation of Jason affect of his and other friends lives. I tried personally to thank everone who was there for Jason. Perhaps you sat quietly in a chair. Perhaps you spoke the kindest words, as any friend could say. Perhaps you were not there at all, just thought of us that day. What ever you did to console out hearts, We thank you so much, whatever the part. I love reading our comments and feel free to continue to express how Jason may have effected your life in some small way. The loss of a child puts a big hole in a parents heart. Your words help the healing and hopeful the hurt will someday go away. Again thank you and God bless.
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Danielle Schaafsma
Wednesday February 27, 2008 at
6:26 PM
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Just wanted to let you know I am thinking of you, sorry for your loss
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T.J. Melissa, Caleb, Madison Holland
Wednesday February 27, 2008 at
6:20 PM
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Nancy and Duane,
I'm very saddend to hear of jason's passing. I know the lord took him very young, but know that he is in the heavens with god. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
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Claus & Ethel Steenwyk
Wednesday February 27, 2008 at
5:47 PM
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Duane&nancy you have our Christian sympathy as you mourm the loss of Jason . You are in our prayers .Praying will also help you though this time of mourming .Turn to the LORD and trust him he will help you through this .
We wiil be praying for you two each day .Claus and Ethel Steenwyk
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David Jemaa
Wednesday February 27, 2008 at
1:38 PM
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Duane-I'm saddend to hear this. I also remember Jason always having a smile on his face and cracking jokes non stop while making others around him laugh!!! Again my condolences and prays are with you all. David
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Carl Back, Steve Zrimec & Lynne DeVries
Wednesday February 27, 2008 at
10:47 AM
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Duane, we were so sorry to hear of your sudden loss. We extend our sincere sympathy to you and Nancy as you mourn the death of Jason. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
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Eddy Cole
Wednesday February 27, 2008 at
10:46 AM
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As a now far reaching community, we are all saddened by the loss of Jason. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and the friends that loved him.
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Sharon, JJ and Dakota
Wednesday February 27, 2008 at
7:24 AM
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Jason was a great friend, not only to me but my boys as well. We have a lot of memories to remember from dancing at Trufant Jubilee every year, boating, taking the boys for snowmobile rides and wrestling with the boys. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
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Alishia and Andy Sims
Wednesday February 27, 2008 at
12:33 AM
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our sincere thoughts and prays goes out to Duane and Nancy and the entire family.
Love Alishia, Andy and Austin Sims
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Alishia and Andy Sims
Wednesday February 27, 2008 at
12:23 AM
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Monica,Nelson Chuck Thorn
Tuesday February 26, 2008 at
10:55 PM
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Dearest Nancy and Duane,
I was so shocked to get the call about Jasons passing. I cannot imagine the pain you all are feeling, but as a mother i can surely feel it. Knowing him personally, he did have a zest for adventure. Please know i am thinking of you all and am so very, very sorry for your loss. I know the Lord has his hand out for Jason guiding him to the gates of heaven. He his safe and in the Lords hands now. I hope you can find peace and know that we all are praying for you and your family. With the love and prayers of friends and family i know you will find that peace. My heart is very saddened, for i feel it should not have happened, but i guess we never know what life has in store for us all. I do know i will pray for you and your family and Jason. My deepest sadness and condolences to you and your family. Monica
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Heather Long
Tuesday February 26, 2008 at
8:53 PM
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Dear Nancy and Family,
My deepest thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. May the wonderful memories you hold deep within your heart soothe your spitit and your soal at this time. God bless you and keep you and give you the strength to get through each and every new day. Many thoughts and prayers!
God Bless,
Heather Long,CNA
-Clark Retirement
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Amanda Poulsen
Tuesday February 26, 2008 at
7:16 PM
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I was blessed to have met Jason my freshman year in high school. His laughter and jokes could always make you smile. I was then blessed again with meeting Jeff, Anne, and now Gracelin and getting to know them as well as I have. Thoughts and prayers to your entire family. God Bless! Amanda Poulsen
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wanda adams
Tuesday February 26, 2008 at
5:13 PM
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I want to offer my condolence to the family. I met Jason last year when I groomed Allie.I feel honored to have met jason, he always had a smile on his face. He always took time to just talk, telling me about Allies accident, and really caring enough to save her life.My prayers are with you and your family.
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Tonya Hansen
Tuesday February 26, 2008 at
4:47 PM
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Jason was such a wonderful person...he ALWAYS had a smile on his face, would help you with ANYTHING and was so much fun be around. He was just so easy going...I will miss him dearly. My prayers are with your family. God Bless, Tonya Hansen
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The Crane Family and Marco's Family
Tuesday February 26, 2008 at
4:02 PM
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Kim, Brian, Brooke and Family,
Our sincerest condolences to all of you for your loss. God bless, our prayers are with you.
Love and Peace.
Scott, Rachelle, Seamus, Ennio and Ben and all of your Marco's Family.
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shari ruble
Tuesday February 26, 2008 at
2:46 PM
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JASON WAS A GOOD FRIEND OF MY DAUGHTER,RAESHELL RUBLE. SO JASON CAME TO MY HOUSE MANY TIMES AND I GOT TO KNOW HIM AND I LOVED HAVING HIM AROUND. HE HELPED ME AROUND MY HOUSE WITH MY PLUMBING MANY TIMES AND WOULD NEVER TAKE ANYTHING FROM ME, SO I WOULD COOK DINNER FOR HIM. HE WAS A VERY GIVING PERSON I AM GLAD THAT HE TOUCHED MY LIFE I KNOW HE WILL BE MISSED BY MANY PEOPLE.
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Heather Martin
Tuesday February 26, 2008 at
2:45 PM
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Duane,Nancy,and Family-
I am so thankful I was part of Jason's life for so many years. Jason was always such a fun, caring, warm and wonderful person. I cherish the memories we shared. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. God Bless!
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Spears
Tuesday February 26, 2008 at
2:14 PM
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Nancy sorry to hear about your son my prayers are with you and your husband. May god bless your entire family carolyn @ clark
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Steve and Diane Williams
Tuesday February 26, 2008 at
2:09 PM
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Dear Jeff, Duane, Nancy and Family, We just read about Jason in the paper and you have our sincerest and deepest sympathy. Our memories of Jason bring a smile to our face because he was such a goofy and fun person to be around. Please know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May the love of your wonderful family and God's peace surround you.
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mischelle brinks
nursemischelle@yahoo.com
Tuesday February 26, 2008 at
2:08 PM
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Nancy,I could never begin to feel your loss but as a mom, I'm suffering with you and are praying for you and your family. There is a quiet sadness here at work,and we all wish you and your family God's comfort.
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Lisa Owens
Tuesday February 26, 2008 at
1:59 PM
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God Bless, my thoughts and prayers are with you. be strong.
Lisa
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Christine vandenBosch
Tuesday February 26, 2008 at
1:59 PM
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Nancy, I am so sorry. I cannot imagine anything worse than what you are feeling now. Words can't describe the pain and the loss. My deepest sympathy. Christine
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Tuesday February 26, 2008 at
1:57 PM
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So sorry to here of your loss, May God ease your families sorrow at this difficult time. You will be in my prayers.
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Angie Wilson
Tuesday February 26, 2008 at
1:55 PM
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Susan Spicy
Tuesday February 26, 2008 at
1:54 PM
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Nancy I have felt very sad since I heard the sad news. I had the same thing a few years ago and God and everyones prayers will help youget through. We will pray for your peace. A friend always Sue Spicy
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Doug Moga
Tuesday February 26, 2008 at
1:20 PM
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My condolences on your loss. I feel honored to have met him and been considered a friend. He was always fun to be around and hang out with. May god be with his family in this tough time.
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Denise Porter
Tuesday February 26, 2008 at
1:06 PM
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Dear Nancy and your family,
Thoughts and many prayers are being said for your family as you grieve. Nancy, I remember you talking about Jason, especially when you moved to Trufant and he changed schools and all about his girlfriends. I never met him, but I feel like I had.
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steve and linda taft
Tuesday February 26, 2008 at
12:36 PM
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Duane,Nancy,and Family
We would like to offer our condolences and prayers. Though we never met Jason, having a son just a few years older we can only imagine the sorrow you must feel. May your loving memories of Jason be a comfort for you and your family at this time.
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Floyd and Marilyn Johnson
Tuesday February 26, 2008 at
10:54 AM
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We want to offer our condolences to you. We thought the world of Jason.He came to our aid when we had plumbing problems.We are old retired people on Rainbow lake.He was such a warm hard working young man and treated us like we were family.He always had time to share special times he had with his family and loved dog.I feel like I know you thru Jason.My eyes fill with tears thinking of your and our loss.
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Raeshell Ruble
Tuesday February 26, 2008 at
10:54 AM
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It was nine years ago that I had the pleasure of meeting Jason and he took me on my first snowmobile ride! He brought such happiness and laughter into my life and I feel very lucky to have know such a wonderful person. He will be greatly missed. My deepest sympathies are with his family during this extremely difficult time.
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Tim and Mary Huyge
Tuesday February 26, 2008 at
10:34 AM
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Dear Nancy, Duane, Kim, Jeff, Eric and family, We have you in our prayers!
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Scott and Hope Moore
Tuesday February 26, 2008 at
9:31 AM
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We are very blessed to have known Jason. He was a great friend and full of laughs. Although he was taken at a young age, we will celebrate his life and the time we had to spend with him. Our hearts and prayers go out to his family. God bless.
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Amy Nguyen
Tuesday February 26, 2008 at
8:12 AM
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Duane, Nancy, Family and Friends -Let's never forget Jason's fun loving spirit. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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Melissa Small
Monday February 25, 2008 at
9:54 PM
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I am so sorry to hear about Jason's accident. I have many great memories to look back on. He will always have a place in my heart. Jason was always that person that could brighten up a room, and could always make you laugh. My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends.
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Elijah Trumble
Monday February 25, 2008 at
9:15 PM
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I am greatfull to have known Jason. He was great person and always knew how to put a smile on your face. My thoughts and prayers go out the family and friends.
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wayne a eldred
Monday February 25, 2008 at
9:08 PM
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Nancy,duane and family, our hearts are heavy with thoughts of your loss of your beloved jason. we will always remember what a beautiful young man he was and what a joy to know him. we are deeply sorry not to be with you in your time of grief.
sincerely and with love, grace and wayne eldred
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Tim, Kelly, Brandon and Ben Bradley
Monday February 25, 2008 at
8:39 PM
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Dear Duane, Nancy and Family,
Our family would like you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of sorrow. Jason, his sense of humor, his kindness, and his smile will always be with us. He has touched many lives in the 27 years that he was with us. And though he was taken way too soon, we can find comfort in knowing that Jason is now an angel in Heaven watching over us.
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Susie and Mike Goodwin
Monday February 25, 2008 at
7:55 PM
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Duane and Nancy, May peace be with you and just know that Jason was doing what he loved to do! God only takes the good ones. Our hearts go out to you...If you need anything just let us know. Our prayers are with you both.
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Tom and Bev Verburg
Monday February 25, 2008 at
7:46 PM
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Just read about Jason in today's paper. So sorry - please accept our deepest sympathy. Have a lot of good memories from our snowmobile days with Duane and Nancy and how much Jason loved to go snowmobiling. Again we are so sorry for your loss.
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Jack and Judy Carpenter
Monday February 25, 2008 at
5:28 PM
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Duane,Nancy and Family, We are very sad, and the friendship, we have had with Jason,will be sadly missed, you are in our prayers. He was a special person, no matter if it was young or old, he was always there to help.
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Cortney Wynsma
Monday February 25, 2008 at
5:23 PM
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Nancy-My prayers are with you and your family. That God will bring you Strength, Comfort and Peace during this difficult time.
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Natalie and Jude Dubois
Monday February 25, 2008 at
5:22 PM
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Dear Duane,Nancy and family,
How saddened we were to hear of Jason's accident. Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you. Jason sounds like a young man who enjoyed and lived life to the fullest. We are sure you and your family have many more memories of Jason's zest for life to share with each other. Please accept our deepest sympathies regarding the loss Jason, and may God keep you in his care in the days ahead.
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Aaron Petersen
Monday February 25, 2008 at
5:11 PM
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No matter what mood you were in Jason always made you smile. I had the honor of knowing him, and will always remember Jason when we hit the Lake. My thoughts and prayers will be with you during this difficult time in life.
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James and Teresa Schab
Monday February 25, 2008 at
4:50 PM
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To the Spears Family, we want to tell you our thoughts and prayers are with you. Your Jason was truly a talented and fun loving man. He touched our hearts and we will have life long memories of the happy times spent with him.
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Chris Bennett
Monday February 25, 2008 at
4:47 PM
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Nancy and Duane- when you loose
someone so
precious no one else can really know all that you feel but please know that my prayers and thoughts are with you.
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Faith Ridgeway @Brent Decker
Monday February 25, 2008 at
4:40 PM
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Jason will be missed by all he touched a lot of us .so sorry for your lose My god be with you always
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Sara Schwark
Monday February 25, 2008 at
4:38 PM
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Duane, Nancy & Family-
Jason was such an amazing person and he has touched so many lives ecspecially mine. I will always remember his humor, his smile, and how much fun he was to be around. The last moments I was able to really spend time with him was at my wedding and I will never forget what a wonderful time we had and I am happy my husband was able to meet such a great person. It's unfortunate such a special person had to leave us at such a young age but know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
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June and Harold Bergsma
Monday February 25, 2008 at
4:13 PM
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Dear Duane, Nancy and Family,
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Everyone loved Jason. We will always remember him with fond memories. We are so sorry for your loss. Be strong in this time of sorrow. God be with all of you.
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Jerry & Michelle Smith
Monday February 25, 2008 at
4:08 PM
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Jason will be deeply missed by our family. He always could put a smile on our face whenever he stopped to visit us. I had nick named him Bart and he would always laugh about that....Jason was a great kid...we loved him to be around us....
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Kimberly Tawfik (Otto)
Monday February 25, 2008 at
4:07 PM
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Duane, Nancy, Kim, Jeff and Eric.....my thoughts and prayers are with you are your family in this time of sorrow. I have many fond memories growing up with Jason and your family in Kentwood. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
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Kathy Nerychel
Monday February 25, 2008 at
3:59 PM
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Ann and family,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your brother-in-law. Its hard to understand why someone so young is gone. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Kathy
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Carol and Bill Reynolds
Monday February 25, 2008 at
2:21 PM
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Duane, Nancy, Jeff, Eric and Kim,
Jason will greatly be missed by all who knew and loved him. He has touched our hearts and left lasting memories. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all during this time and the days and weeks to follow.
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Kelli Medler
Monday February 25, 2008 at
12:13 PM
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Duane,Nancy and Family,
My deepest sympathy goes out to you! Jason will be missed by so many people. I am so glad I have so many memories with him. He was such a great friend and I will always have a special place in my heart for him. He was always like a brother to me...fixing my snowmobile so we could go riding,crashing the waves on the lake and so much more. I am so happy he was in my life.
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Ginger and Craig Benedict
Monday February 25, 2008 at
10:59 AM
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Duane and Nancy,
Our hearts stopped when we heard the news. What an incredible young man and a gift to all that knew him! May you feel God's presence during this time of great loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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Greg, Gail, Kristie and Kaitlyn Thebo
Monday February 25, 2008 at
10:11 AM
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Duane, Nancy and Family:
Our sympathies and prayers are with you and your family. We will never forget the good times we had with Jason down @ the lake and the time he spent with Kaitlyn one year @ Jubilee after the parade. We will cherish these memories.
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Larry & Colleen Larsen & Family
Monday February 25, 2008 at
10:07 AM
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Duane, Nancy, and Family,
We share in your sorrow. Jason will be missed by all who knew him.
May the gentle embrace of friendship surround you and help to protect you from the pain.
With love and blessings...
The Larsens
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Dick and Phyllis Bussler
Monday February 25, 2008 at
9:40 AM
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Duane and Nancy, We didn't know Jason but our hearts go out to you guys. You are in our thoughts and prayers! Love, Dick and Phyllis
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Van's Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
Monday February 25, 2008 at
9:03 AM
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Our deepest sympathies and prayers go out to you all. Jason will be greatly missed.
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Rick Ribbens
Monday February 25, 2008 at
7:40 AM
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Duane and Nancy,
I am beyond words for your loss. May God give you strength and peace as you celebrate Jason's life and the many memories he has given you. Our hearts and prayers are with you.
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Stephanie Hotz
Monday February 25, 2008 at
7:22 AM
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Jason was a great friend to us all, I am greatful to be able to be a part of his life. He will always have a place in my heart.
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Amy & David Mallory
Sunday February 24, 2008 at
9:58 PM
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Dear Duane, Nancy, Kim,Jeff, Eric, and family,
We extend our deepest sympathies for the loss of Jason. May each of you be able to celebrate Jason's life and how he touched each one of you. May you cherish the memories of Jason. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Tom and Joan Troeger
Sunday February 24, 2008 at
8:36 PM
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Dear Duane, Nancy, Jeff, Eric, Kim and families: May all the love and memories you have all shared with Jason help you thru this most difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with all
of you. Love Tom and Joan
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Jim & Marcia Dohm
Sunday February 24, 2008 at
7:04 PM
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Dear Duane and Nancy and family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy for the loss of Jason. May all your special memories of Jason bring you comfort and peace.
You have the support of our prayers and our friendship always.
Love,
Jim and Marcia
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Matt Ray and Ashley Finkhouse
Sunday February 24, 2008 at
1:57 PM
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Jason was a dear friend of ours and will be missed greatly. We have so many wonderful memories with him that will never be forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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Dave and Janna Otto
Saturday February 23, 2008 at
10:19 PM
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We remember Jason when he was a little toe head and a shy little boy. He grew up to be a handsome man and a wonderful friend to his parents and brothers and sister. We are greatful we were able to see him a couple of summers ago.
Our prayers go out to Nancy, Duane, Kim, Eric, Jeff, their families, and all of his aunts, uncles, cousins, grandma, and all who loved him.
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Jason Spears age 27 of Greenville died suddenly from injuries sustained in a snowmobile accident on Saturday February 23, 2008 in Lake County, MI. He was born in Grand Rapids on May 19,1980 the son of Duane L. and Nancy M. Gruss Spears. He was a graduate of Lakeview High School and attended Ferris State University. He was employed as a journeyman plumber at Vans Plumbing in Cedar Springs. Jason was an avid deer hunter and loved to bow-hunt spending time in the woods. Summers he enjoyed boating and winters snowmobiling. He was always helping family and friends with projects and problems and was fun-loving man who worked and played hard always with a smile on his face.He could be shown once how to do something and he was good to go!
