July 3, 1983 ~ February 1, 2023
It is with broken hearts that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved father, son, brother and uncle, Jason Thomas Hay on February 1, 2023, at the age of 39. He is pre-deceased by his maternal grandparents Karl and Gwendolyn Fiebelkorn and paternal grandparents Bob and Gladys Hay and special Aunt Donna Chopp and Uncle Howard Wilkins. Left to mourn his passing are his much beloved daughters Kayley and Kierra, parents Tom and Carol Hay, sister Christy (Neal) Smith, nephews Grayson and Emmett Smith, as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Jason was born in Beausejour, MB on July 3, 1983 and our lives were never quiet again. As a youngster he busied himself playing hockey, baseball and riding his bike. Once Jay got a little older, he was lured by the intoxicating smell of snowmobile exhaust, speed and the thrill of snowmobiling and was hooked. Snowmobiling became a life long passion and during the winter he could be found on the trails, at the CPTC track, watching races on TV and for a time, testing his ability as a snow cross racer; but it had to be Polaris. He was hard worker, doing blue collar work that was dirty and came with long hours in addition to being away from home for days or weeks at a time. His greatest joy and biggest blessings called him Daddy. Kaley and Kierra are the apples of their Daddy’s eye and were fiercely loved; he would do anything just to see them smile.
A special thank you to the Beausejour EMS and RCMP for their assistance and compassion.
Funeral service will be held on Tuesday, February 21, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at Sobering Funeral Chapel, 1035 Park Avenue East, Beausejour, MB. Honorary pallbearers will be Kayley and Kierra Hay and Grayson and Emmett Smith. As a family member is immunocompromised, masks are requested and we respectfully ask that if you are feeling ill to please stay home and offer your condolences in another manner.
In lieu of flowers an account has been set up at the RBC, Beausejour Branch and donations can be e-transferred directly to Jayhaykids@outlook.com for Kayley and Kierra’s future fund.
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Randy Steinke
So sorry for your loss Tom ,Carol and family.
Debbie Felicioni
I am so sorry for your loss. I can remember that morning of July 3rd when Tom called us to give us the news that Jayson was born. It was so exciting, and because Jayson and I now shared the same birthday made it more special. Words cannot express how I feel, its a sad time. My thoughts and prayers go out to you, Carol, Tom and Christy. Love you all!
Love Debbie Felicioni
Bob and Lyla
Tom and Carol. Words cannot express how we feel. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time.
Darlene Vandenberghe
So sorry to hear of Jay’s passing. Condolences to the whole family. Jay spent a ton of time at our house growing up. Cherish your memories as they last a lifetime.
Olivia Voros
Tom and Carol,
I am so very sorry to hear of your son’s passing. May God grant you and your family peace, comfort and courage through this very difficult time. My thoughts, my prayers and my heart are with you.
Ashley (Marcinkow) McLean
I went to school with Jason starting at Beausejour Elementary. He was the class clown and just a genuine person. I’m so sorry to hear of your loss and am hoping your family will feel peace in remembering the good times.
Gerry & Irma Denisuik
So sorry to hear of Jason’s passing. Remember the fun days we had when he came here for daycare
Our thoughts & prayers are with Tom Carol & Kristy & family
Leona Weidman
I am so sorry to hear of Jason’s passing. Tom, Carol, Christy and your family and friends, may God Grant you His Comfort and Strength. ♥️
Dean Zielke
My Condolences to Family & Friends. R.I.P Jay.
Cliff and and Irene Rerick
Our prayers Tom and Carol and extended family. Get strength from each other.
Lori Voss-Furukawa
My thoughts are with you during this challenging time ❤️ biggest of hugs for you all
Merna Omichinski
My deepest condolences to Tom, Carol and family! I remember teaching Jayson and his wonderful sense of humour and great spirit. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Erin Riopka
I am so sorry for your loss. My heart is so sad for his children. I hope you can all find peace in the end of this nightmare.
Cory Oberick
Tom, Carol, and family. I am so sorry to hear of Jay’s passing. I have a lot of great memories of growing up with Jay (especially our minor hockey days). My thoughts are with you all at this difficult time.
Brittany & Curtis Dowling
Sending our thoughts and prayers to the entire family.
Kristi Nessler
My condolences to Jay’s family. He always spoke highly of his family. He loved you all. Especially his little girls. His face lit up when he would talk about you girls, which was all of the time. May you rest in peace Jay. Thank you for being a genuine friend. Your goofy nature, smile and presence will be missed.
EDNA Bisson
Condolences to Jason’s daughters, sister, parents, and all who knew him. Jason was a fun loving guy. He will be missed dearly. Rest in peace our friend.
Pat & Louise Lachance
So sorry for your loss May He Rest In Peace
Lori Stelmaschuk (Beger)
Deepest Sympathies to the families of Jayson and to his daughters
May he rest in peace
Margaret Boyko
Tom, Carol & family – there aren’t enough words to express my condolences on the passing of Jason. May God be your comfort and strength during this difficult time in your life. I will always remember the smiling, cheerful little boy who came to greet Rudy and I with “Hi I’m Jason, are you going to be our new neighbours” while we were checking our newly purchased lot on Lilac Lane. Rest In Peace dear Jason.
Sheila
Uncle Tom & Auntie Carol,
I am so sorry you have to go through this, My deepest condolences. I know it’s hard to think of all the good times now through all the heartache, but do try and think of all the funny moments you shared with Jay. He always was the life of the party and made you laugh. He will always be with you in your hearts and he is watching over you. He is your angel and will be watching over you forever.
I hope all the love you receive from family and friends can help you through this extremely difficult time. Love you both very much! Hugs
Claudia Dumoulin
Tom, Carol, Christy and Family
I am so sorry for your loss. Jason always had a special place in my heart.
May he rest in peace.
Tim and Rhonda Cameron
Carol,Tom and family
We are so sorry to hear of Jays passing
Tim was lucky enough to meet Jay through work and they had a great conversation about Beausejour and the many people they both knew.Tim came home talking about this wonderful young man that he met.
Took just a second to figure out who he was.
Treasure the memories of someone special.
Tim and Rhonda Cameron
Kayla Bedard
Carol Tom and family, I give all my love and condolences to you all in this sad time. Jay was a good soul, he was always smiling and laughing.., He had such an amazing sense of humor. He loved his daughters both so much he was such a proud dad and was always talking about his family. His family meant everything to him. He was kind and genuine and loved everyone he was close with. He was always lending a hand to someone in need he always said to me I’d rather help someone in need and feel good about it than not. I love you my dear friend Jason . RIP lost but never forgotten. ❤️
amber mann
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Angie
My deepest condolences to you it is so sad to hear what happened to Jason He will be forever missed
Jan Leclerc
I remember when we owned Crosstown and your business was down the street on Park. Jay would come in after school and buy his treats and would be right on to the cent. Len would say ” your right on again ”
and Jay with that big smile would say ” Yeah I know.” I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you both & Christy and her family.
Marc Lachance
I met Jay when I moved to Beausejour when I was 9 years old. Many of us became close friends through high school and years after graduation. The times we would flip loops in his newly painted blue n gold cavalier. Concerts, house party’s. playing ice hockey on the outdoor rink, snowmobiling. We were all so close back in the day.. I cherish those days and memories. Condolences to his parents Tom And Carol, his sister and his two daughters. Sending prayers for you all. Rest easy Jay see you on the other side!
Karin Lowry
Sending hugs to you all during this difficult time.
Chrissy Soluk
My deepest sympathies Tom, Carol and family.
I’ll always remember that funny, loving, wholehearted kid who would drive his quad to my place after school to play pool then we would go out riding, stopping at many friends places along the way.
Rest easy Jay. Until we meet again.
Barb and Harlon
Dear Tom Carol and family
Our words cannot take away the pain of losing a loved one. May cherished memories bring you moments of comfort and peace in the days ahead. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Adrian
I have lost parents -grandparents -aunts -uncles- cousins- and so many friends in my life. And I may have only had the honor of being a small part of his life for just two short years. But with Jay I only needed two hours to know we would be friends and every single visit, Call, Text We shared he became a brother I knew had a heart of gold. And I am not saying this cause hes gone. If I ever needed anything he would find a way. He was truly selfless in every way. If he knew someone needed him he would not quit till they where ok. When I was down and out, he would pick up my meds and always encourage me to give my all. He gave more love and compassion then any one. And he never judged another person, Race, Gender, Religion, Rich, Poor, Young and old he gave it all. I will miss that smile and his uplifting words. But I’m sure he will be watching all of us. I’m sure he earned his angels wings and was needed sooner then anyone was ready to let go. And to his parents, never doubt the fact you can honestly say your boy was a gift to everyone he met and be filled with pride and joy knowing you did an amazing job and Jay loved you both for all you gave to him, and to his children, know your dad was a superhero and more. He wouldn’t want to be the reason anyone feels sad. And know life may be complicated and confusing at times. But his love for his kids was as pure.
Tam
Couldn’t of said it any better!!
Knew him for a few months maybe a year and I’ve seen this all 100% @ all times.
He spent many hours in my apartment through Christmas laughing and crying about his girls happy and sad tears, he just wanted to be able to be around them and have them in his presence – he was a good guy, an even better dad – without seeing him and his kids interact – you could just tell! He loved them more than life itself ♡.
My condolences
Stacy Johnson
Carol, Tom, Christy & family – deepest condolences to you all. I have a lot of fond memories of Jason from all the time our families spent together throughout our younger years. I’ll always remember him for his big smile, and quick charm. Thinking of you all , and hoping you can find strength and comfort in your own memories of him. ♥️
Shayn Peitsch
To Jay’s whole family, my heart truly goes out to you; I’m so sorry for your loss and the heartache you now have to go through. It’s a testament to the great person Jay truly was that the loss is one that is shared and felt by so many people.
I’ve known Jay most of my life, so I’ve long been acquainted by the energetic, funny, and warm force of nature, always the most popular guy in the room, who still made you feel like the center of the world’s attention (just as soon as he had yours), that was Jay. However I also had the good fortune to get to know Jay better these last few years after I moved back to Beausejour. It has been this time that I’ve come to also know the Jay who is generous, thoughtful and kind. For that’s the way that he has singularly acted to me and the way that I’ve seen him be to others.
There are a million examples of Jay being a good, decent person, I hope in these dark days his family must go through that the light of the kindness and decency that Jay spread by being so nice to so many reflects back to his loved ones. The many times in these last few years that Jay went out of his way simply to be nice to me and treat me with the of respect that he did will always be something I will be grateful for and cherish; for Jay did not have to be that accommodating or helpful to me.
He chose to.
That’s just who Jay was. He will be dearly missed.
R.F
where to begin…..
I have been friends and have know Jason since grade one, when both us and our parents had a meeting in the principals office after I cut my face in the sandbox while we were messing around.
In our later years when I was unemployed and down and out he convinced his parents to give me a job at Kolors autobody supplies. That single favor/ good deed change my life forever and has set me up for success till this day. Jason I don’t think I ever properly thanked you for that and I am sitting here regretting it immensely. Thank you so much!
To Tom and Carol we have not had much contact after I stopped working for you after 15 years but I want you to know that I am grateful for the opportunity you gave me and I care for you both very much.
Jason was a great person/great friend and great father. You both should be very proud to call him your son.
To his daughters just know he loved you more then life its self.
Until we meet again brother, save me a spot at the table!
Shawn Stogran
We are very sorry to hear of your loss, our condolences Tom ,Carol and family.
Take care of your family during this difficult time, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Shawn and Brycee
Lisa & Mark Erickson
We’re so very sorry to hear of Jay’s passing. Tom, Carol, Christy and family, our heartfelt condolences to you.
We have such fond memories of Jay, and hold his family in our thoughts.
Lisa & Mark Erickson
Chester and Brenda Neduzak
To Carol, Tom, and your entire family, please accept our sincere condolences during this most difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Joyce Gmiterek
I remember the little boy who played street hockey with my son & their buddies in my driveway, running home during the lunch hour to play. Always so polite. My heart is saddened for your loss Carol & Tom. Sending prayers & hugs to you and your family.
Rosemarie Winnicki
So very sorry for your loss. Hold close all of the good memories
Loretta Weedmark
So sorry for your loss Carol , Tom & family
Shannon and Ashley Sandison
Ashley and I would like to give our condolences out to his parents and his family….
I have only met Jay this past year but Ashley has known Jay his whole life. Jay has had a huge impact on my life. From our decussions to our arguments , because he always had to be right and so did i ……:) …always ended up in eating chocolate bars or ice cream ..lol
Jay taught me so many cool things and helped me with so many things . He wanted to help everyone. He would give his last Pair of shoes to someone if it meant helping that person. He is going to be missed greatly …RIP JAY HAY…
Rick and Carol Kilbrei
Tom, Carol and family, We just recently heard of Jay’s passing. We are so sorry that you lost Jay. Our deepest condolonces to you and your family.