Jay was a gifted musician and an accomplished guitarist and vocalist, who shared his love of music by performing in numerous bands over the years, including a cherished family band with his children and close family friends. His passion for music and his talent brought joy to countless people.
He enjoyed a successful career in commercial real estate, but his greatest love was for his family. Jay was a proud father and grandfather who relished spending time with his loved ones, whether golfing, traveling, or hosting backyard BBQs. He was known for his talent at smoking meats and bringing people together for unforgettable family gatherings and band parties at his home.
Jay was a kind, patient, and intelligent man who valued honesty and integrity. He enjoyed traveling with Bonnie to visit family in Wisconsin, Georgia, Florida, Arizona, and North Carolina, where he made many happy memories with his brothers, Chris (Carolyn) and Steve (Suzanne), and his sisters-in-law, Jackie, Judy (Mike), and his many nieces and nephews.
Jay will be dearly missed by all who knew him, but his spirit will live on in the music he played and the memories he created with those he loved. Memorial Services Saturday October 26th 10am at Union Church of Hinsdale 137 S. Garfield Ave. https://give.giftofhope.org/ Arrangements entrusted to Cappetta’s West Suburban Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Westmont. Info 630-852-8000 or westsuburbanfh.com
I was very sad when I heard of Jay’s passing. We played a lot of gigs together and shared a lot of good times. There is a bond that musicians build when they perform together and are fortunate enough be able to do what we love, while hopefully spreading some much needed joy in the world. And it’s very difficult to listen to those wonderful Buffet and beach songs without feeling some level of joy. Now, when I hear them, they will still sound joyful, but now sprinkled with some sadness about aging
loss, and the passing of time. Thank you for all the great memories Panama Jay. If there’s one thing that i’ve learned from all this living. It’s that it wouldn’t change a thing if I let go. See you in that Particular Harbor someday my friend.