Our sincere condolences to your family at this difficult time. Jason was a volunteer at the library for about six months last year. He was well-respected by our staff for his professionalism, intelligence, and dedication to his volunteer role. In fact, Jason was our very first library volunteer in our new program. He set a high bar and made a big impact right from the start. We were honored to have him as a part of our library team. He will be missed.
Jessica Link & The Cedar Rapids Public Library Team
May 29, 2014
I went to high school with Jason and he was full of life. He was very energetic and devoted to God and he showed that everyday I was around him. He was never ashamed to say he was a follower of Christ. My thoughts and prayers with his family as they go through this difficult time. May God be present to give you comfort.
Mark Beerends
May 18, 2014
Sending our thoughts of deepest sympathy to Jason's entire family. May our heavenly Father carry you during this time of shock, sadness, and loss. May He give you strength, comfort, love and peace.
Jo (Schut) Meade & familiy
May 13, 2014
My thoughts and prayers go out to all the family in this very difficult time.
Sadowna (VanDyk) Conarroe
May 12, 2014
So sorry for your loss. He will be remembered as a nice guy.
AnaMaria Bunting
May 12, 2014
So sorry for your loss. He will be remembered as a nice guy.
AnaMaria Bunting
May 12, 2014
We were so sad to hear the news about Jason. Our family sends our prayers, and we hope you will be able to take comfort in knowing Jason is at peace and is in the arms of our Lord and Savior. May all the good memories you have of Jason support you through this most difficult time.
Karmen and Sharry Huyser
May 11, 2014
Kari &Van Zee Family,
Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. Jason's picture says it all--I'll always remember the warm smile he had. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you. Take care.
Aunt Mary Ann
May 11, 2014
I was blessed to know Jason and watch him grow and mature into an adult. I remember his child like attitude that showed in his excitement and love of fun and life. He kept me young and made me enjoy the little things in life. He was a friend to all. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Mark Van Der Kamp
May 11, 2014
I am full of shock and sadness at the news of Jason leaving us. I worked with Jason for 3 years in the ASC and he was an inspiration to us all. His smile was contagious, his wit ingenious, and his taste in music, well that just depended on the genre he chose to play that day. Jason continually encouraged me to challenge myself as a student and allowed me so much liberty in my position as a tutor, continually encouraging me to seek out becoming a professor some day. Perhaps some day I can make this come true and thank Jason for his guidance. We had some wonderful talks, laughs, and even some times a need to "quiet down". The latter is a pretty hard feat to accomplish when you've got a man singing, "Fat guy in a little coat" to the new orientation class of students! I am so sorry for your loss and I pray the good memories continue to make you smile through the tears until you see him again one day. Jen
Jennifer Allen (Koth)
May 9, 2014
Jason was a good man, encouraging, shared a few laughs. It's hard seeing someone you know impacted so many lives leave so soon. My heart aches for his family and I am sincerely sorry for their loss
Kristina Harrington
May 9, 2014
I was so shocked to hear of this great loss. Jason was a wonderful guy, I worked with him as a tutor while going to school at Kaplan. He will be dearly missed. So very sorry for your loss.
Nicole Wallace
May 9, 2014
I am very sorry to hear about your loss. Jason and I worked at Kaplan. He was always upbeat and friendly. We collaborated on several projects. He was a good friend and colleague.
Anna Sheets
May 9, 2014
Words can't express. I'm shocked and saddened. I knew Jason as a student and work-study at Kaplan. He was always smiling and helpful, quick with a joke and quicker to laugh. Too many people I know gone too soon recently. My deepest sympathies to the family.
Jessie Soukup
May 8, 2014
Kari,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We send to you our very deepest sympathy and we pray for peace and comfort to surround you during this most difficult time. May God be with you in a mighty way.
Suzanne and Brian Revers and Andy Becker
May 8, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss. Jason was a very sweet preson who was always filled with so much life. My thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
jeni
May 8, 2014
I knew Jason from Kaplan. Jason was always willing to offer a shoulder to cry on, ear to listen and tried to help everyone he came in contact with. His smile was contagious. He had a heart of gold. He will be missed by many. I am so sorry for the loss of a wonderful person.
Dena
May 8, 2014
I knew Jason as a student and as one of his work studies while he worked at Kaplan. I know we all miss him and will always remember the time he gave us and how he did so much for all the students that he met. He will be missed but his legacy lives on in the success of those he gave guidance and direction to. My prayers to his family.
Robert Purdy
May 8, 2014
I was shocked and saddened to hear of your loss. I worked with Jason at Kaplan and kept up with him even after I moved out of state. He was kind and caring and was passionate about education and helping others. He will be grately missed by all who knew him.
Colleen Hepner
May 8, 2014
Our deepest sympathy to all of Jason's family. Our prayers are with you at this time of sadness and we hope you all feel God's loving arms around you giving you the love and comfort you need at this time. May Jason rest in peace in our loving father's arms!! Gene and Helen Poortinga
Gene and Helen Poortinga
May 8, 2014
Kari, I am so sorry for your loss. Words cannot express the sadness I feel...my heart breaks for you.
Jenn Zieser
May 8, 2014
I am saddened and shocked. I worked with Jason. He was helped me with many computer problems. He did fantastic presentations in my classes. And he was always ready to help students. And helped he did: precisely, effectively, and always with smile on his face. I admired his wit, intelligence, knowledge, and sense of humor - the latter not only because he was the first (and sometimes the only one) to get my jokes.
I offer my deepest condolences to Jason's family. The world will not be the same without him.
Jozef Figa
May 8, 2014
It is with great sadness that I offer my condolences to your entire family for Jason's sudden call Home. I knew him from my time at Kaplan University and playing softball with him. He was such a positive and fun person to be around. He will truly be missed.
Sanford Boulden
May 8, 2014
It is with great sadness that I offer my condolences to your entire family for Jason's sudden call Home. I knew him from my time at Kaplan University and playing softball with him. He was such a positive and fun person to be around. He will truly be missed.
Sanford Boulden
May 8, 2014
Jason was a terrific educator and an even more terrific person. His passing is everyone's loss.
Jason Bengtson
May 8, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss. Jason was my boss when I worked at the ASC at Kaplan University. He was such a sweet person and always had a smile on his face no matter what kind of day he was having. He will be greatly missed by all that knew him. Prayers are with the family.
cassandra morris
May 8, 2014
Kerry and family
I am so sorry to here about Jason my thoughts and prayers are with u.
Danielle
May 8, 2014
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. He was a sweet soul. I know you are somewhat comforted by his relationship with the Lord, and that you will find some peace in that. It will not replace additional time here on earth, but you know you will be reunited in heaven. If there's anything we can do for you, please don't hesitate.
Audra Larimer
May 8, 2014
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My heart goes out to you and the other family memberss. I knew Jason from when I was at Kaplan University. He always had a smile on his face and always wililng to help you if he could. Jason was a great person and will be greatly missed by all that knew him and had the chance to meet him.
Penney
May 8, 2014
I am so sorry for this huge loss to your family! Words often don't express the truest sadness and sympathy felt in a time like this, but I hope you can feel the love of Jesus engulf you as you reflect and remember your lives with Jason! He was a truely kind soul!!!
Jodi (Ribbens) Menninga
May 8, 2014