In Loving Memory

Jason Stockton, a beloved husband, father, son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin and friend whose presence brought laughter, warmth, and love to the lives of so many, passed away peacefully in his home Tuesday, September 1, 2026.

Jason leaves behind his beloved wife, Mindy, and his daughters, Emma and Hannah, who were among the greatest joys of his life. He is also survived by his mother, Cindy Sommers, and stepfather, Bruce Sommers; his sister, Jennifer Wheatley (Kelton); along with extended family and countless friends whose lives were made better simply by knowing him.

He is preceded in death by his father, Jonathan Stockton.

Jason was the kind of person who could make an ordinary day memorable. He had a gift for making people laugh. Sometimes it was a joke, sometimes it was a perfectly timed comment, and sometimes he was simply being silly. He didn't need a special occasion to bring a smile to someone's face. Making people laugh was just part of who Jason was.

He was also a man who loved to create things and take care of the people around him. Jason was a true handyman. If something was broken, he wanted to fix it. If something needed to be built, he was ready to figure it out. He had that ability to look at something and think, "I can probably fix that." And more often than not, he could.

That same curiosity and resourcefulness showed up in another thing Jason loved: the hunt. He loved garage sales, flea markets, and second-hand shopping. For Jason, it wasn't just about finding something to buy. It was about the adventure of looking, the excitement of discovering something unexpected, and the satisfaction of finding a treasure that someone else might have overlooked. He could see potential where other people might simply see an old or forgotten item. And, of course, there was always the possibility that he would come home with something that made everyone laugh and ask, "What are you going to do with that?"

But that was part of the fun. Jason loved the stories behind things, the unusual finds, the things that were a little different, and the simple joy of coming across something he hadn't expected to find. A garage sale, flea market, or second-hand store could turn an ordinary day into an adventure.

Jason loved to cook, too. The kitchen was one of the places where he could put his creativity and personality into something that others could enjoy. Cooking wasn't just about making food; it was another way Jason showed love. He found joy in making something for the people he cared about and sharing it with them. Just as he enjoyed finding an overlooked treasure at a garage sale or flea market, he enjoyed taking something simple and turning it into something special for the people he loved.

And then there were the things that brought out the kid in Jason: Corvettes, Hot Wheels, and the Green Bay Packers. These weren't simply hobbies; they were pieces of the personality that made Jason uniquely Jason. Whether admiring a Corvette, enjoying his Hot Wheels, cheering on the Packers, or keeping an eye out for that next great second-hand find, Jason had a genuine enthusiasm for the things he loved.

Some of his favorite treasures may have come from places most people would simply drive past, a garage sale on a Saturday morning, a flea market filled with tables of forgotten things, or a second-hand shop where you never knew what you might discover. Those places gave Jason the chance to search, find, imagine, and sometimes bring something home that had a story of its own.

But as much as Jason loved cars, collecting, cooking, fixing things, hunting for treasures, and football, what mattered most was always the people in his life.

To Mindy, he was a husband and a partner who shared a life filled with memories, laughter, challenges, adventures, and love.

To Emma and Hannah, he was Dad, the person whose jokes, silliness, guidance, and love will remain a part of them forever. The lessons he gave them weren't always spoken. They were also found in the way he cared for people, the way he worked with his hands, the way he found humor in life, the way he could turn an ordinary outing into an adventure, and the way he loved his family.

To Cindy and Bruce, he was a beloved son who brought love, laughter, and countless memories into their lives. He was someone they could be proud of, someone whose kindness, humor, creativity, and unique personality made him truly special. He will always be a part of their hearts, and the love they shared with him will remain with them forever.

To Jennifer and Kelton, he was family, a brother, who brought laughter, friendship, and countless memories into their lives. He was someone they could count on, someone who could make them laugh, and someone whose presence made family gatherings and everyday moments more meaningful. His kindness, humor, generosity, and unmistakable personality made him a special part of their family. The bond they shared, the memories they created, and the love between them will remain forever. His place in their lives can never truly be replaced.

And to his friends and everyone who knew him, Jason was someone who made life a little lighter. He had a way of turning a moment into a memory and bringing laughter when it was needed most. He could make a simple trip to a garage sale feel like an event, a flea market feel like a treasure hunt, and an ordinary Saturday feel like there might be something wonderful waiting just around the corner.

Losing someone like Jason leaves an emptiness that words cannot fill. There will be moments when a joke will remind you of him. A Corvette passing by may make you think of him. A Hot Wheels car, a Packers game, or something that needs fixing around the house may suddenly bring him back into your thoughts. You may pass a garage sale and instinctively think about what Jason would have stopped to look at. You may walk through a flea market or second-hand store and wonder what treasure he would have spotted that everyone else had missed.

And maybe, someday, those moments won't bring only sadness. Maybe they will bring a smile, too.

Because that is how Jason would want to be remembered, not only with tears, but with laughter. Not only for the loss of his life, but for the joy he brought into ours. Not only for the big moments, but for all the ordinary adventures that became special simply because Jason was there.

Jason's life was a collection of the things he loved and, most importantly, the people he loved. His greatest legacy isn't something he built with his hands, cooked in a kitchen, collected, or found at a garage sale. It is the love, laughter, memories, and pieces of himself that he left behind in all of us.

Although we cannot have him back, we can carry him forward.

We can tell his jokes.

We can be a little silly.

We can cook the things he loved.

We can fix what needs fixing.

We can keep our eyes open for a hidden treasure at a garage sale.

We can wander through a flea market and enjoy the thrill of not knowing what we'll find.

We can appreciate the charm of something second-hand and remember that some of the best things in life aren't always shiny or new.

We can cheer a little louder for the Packers.

We can admire a beautiful Corvette when we see one.

And most of all, we can love our families fiercely and make time to laugh together.

In doing those things, a little piece of Jason will always be here.

Jason, you are deeply loved. You will be profoundly missed. And you will never be forgotten.

May you rest peacefully, knowing that the laughter you gave us, the memories you created, the treasures you found, the things you fixed, the meals you made, and the love you shared will live on in all of us forever. 

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