Condolences
Jay was one of my good fishing buddies. I spent time with him in Santa Barbara & San Francisco. At the end of our time at UCSB we looked into starting a micro-brewery at an old gas station but we were both too broke. I spent time with him in Vernon Valley NJ and we re-connected again when we both lived in San Francisco. While fishing or drinking beer he would tell me of east coast fishing for blue fish & fluke, as he thought California fishing was slow action. I miss him as a brother that saw the world the same as I do. TOM
I am still in shock. I just heard about Jay's passing this morning from an old friend. Jay was such a great guy. I still remember the day I hired him to work for us at the Vernon Valley Brewery. Hi was so excited and happy to be able to work in brewing. I will always remember him with that big smile he had on his face the day we met. I am so sorry for your loss.
Dear Kelly, I was so sorry to hear about Jay's passing. I found out about it after his service, otherwise I would have been there. I always enjoyed seeing him, which was usually at one of Mike Grady's parties. He was always very friendly and he always seemed real excited to talk about the latest brew he was working on. I'll certainly miss seeing him. I'm sorry I didn't know him better. My heart goes out to you and the rest of Jay's family. With deepest sympathy, Bill Rannertshauser
When Jay came into my life in the mid 80's in Santa Barbara, I knew in a very short time that I had come into contact with a truly kind and genuine human being. For 20+ years I have been honored to call Jay a friend of mine. I will always love you my friend. To his surviving family, I send my deepest sympathies and condolences.
I would like to extend my deepest sympathies to Kelly, Mrs. Misson, Mari and family. I am very sorry for your loss. I knew Jay from many, many years ago in the Vernon Valley Brewery days. I know I speak for all of Jay's friends in Sussex County that he was an awesome guy and he will be missed. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. Anna Sutherland
Dear Kelly, Mari, and all John's friends and family, I remember being 9 or 10 yrs old and playing kickball over the Misson's and then Mari would bring out lemonade and we would stop everything everyday in the Summer to watch or listen to the Yankee game. We would send away for autographs from our sports heros and check the mail everyday in hopes that we'd gotten some back. I remember sneaking out of the house when we were 11 or 12, late at night to meet with John, and then we'd meet each other on Avenue of Two Rivers and have nothing to do and just go back home. I remember playing baseball in High School with John and how quick his hands were and how well he could hit a high fastball. I remember walking home from practice with him and hearing about the subtleties of brewing beer. I remember him breaking out of his childhood shyness and playing harmonica at the Dubliner in Red Bank, and I remember enjoying a beer and long conversation (and wishing it were longer) with him at our reunion 3yrs ago. I remember John as enthusiastic, optimistic, funloving, and I remember being glad he was on my side. I always felt good around him and I consider myself pretty damn lucky to have had a friend like that. My condolences and thanks for letting me share some of my memories.
Kelly, I am so sorry to hear of your husbands passing. My heart goes out to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Dear Kelly, Morrie, John and the Misson Family. I am so sorry for your loss. I heard about Johns passing from another High School friend yesterday. Though like so many of us, John and I have not kept in touch over the years, it does not mean we have forgotten the times we spent together. Likewise we have not forgotten the knowing or unknowing impact we have had on each others lives. I remember John as a big, quiet and kind friend who always seemed to know exactly what it was he wanted to do with his life, brew beer John clearly had the tenacity to make those dreams come true, becoming one of the finest micro-brewers around. Joe Spillane and I have often laughed about one of the last nights we were all together. We were about 25 years old and got "denied" service at Briody's (I guess they thought we were having a little too much fun). My daughter just received her yearbook for R-FH 2008 graduation. Nikki's quote is "Go confidently in the direction of your dreams, Live the life you always imagined". I share this because I think that is how John would feel. I know Johns passing has to be tremendously hard on all of you, but please know that for his old friends John has been, and always will be in our thoughts. Godspeed Jay, Danny
Dear Kelly, My deepest condolences on the passing of your dear husband, Jay. I can't begin to tell you the shock and sadness that descended over me when I heard this tragic news. Please know that you and your families are in my thoughts and prayers. If I can be of help in any way, please don't hesitate to call. God Bless you, sweet Kelly, may you find strength and courage in the love that you shared. Blessings, Cindy
Jay, although we only met once and it was brief, the impression you left was as big as your stature. Your smiling face will be with me forever, and you and your loved ones are be in my thoughts and prayers. My sincere condolences to Jay's family and friends. John O'Sullivan SOL John O'
To Jay's family: I am so terribly sorry for your loss. I only hope that you find some peace among your family and friends during this difficult time. Kelly, I am beyond words and wish I could give you a big hug. I feel so badly for you. Please accept my deepest condolences. Love, Jeff Jersey Shore CTICU
Dear Aunt Liz, Mari and the extended Misson Family, I wanted to take a moment and express just how deeply saddened I am over the passing of Jay. Although it has been a few years since I've seen Jay, Karen has always kept me up-to-date on his life. And I have to say, as I'm reading the different message boards on the internet, what a life! And what a very special guy Jay was. He seems to have touched many a life with his genuine and kind nature. Aunt Liz, you should be very proud of the man that you raised him to be! A loss like this is not easy. And we are all shocked and bewildered as to why God would take someone who we feel was way too young and amazing so early. Unfortunately, in our lifetime we will never know the "why" of this all...but we will someday. I truly believe that each and every one of us is put on this earth for a reason...and God takes us home when our mission that he sent us here for is complete. Jay has touched so many lives...it's easy to see why he was put here in the first place! I hold many warm memories of my times with Jay, and your entire family. Although I can't be at the service tomorrow in person, please know that I am there in spirit and love. My Sincere Condolences To You All... Love, Cheryl (Karen DeWitt-Galluzzi's Best Friend)
To the family of Mr. Misson I am truly sorry to hear about the loss of your loved one and wanted to offer my deepest condolences to your family at this time, and also to share a comforting thought that God has promised mankind at Revelation chapter twenty one verses three and four, When you get a chance please read it. And may the God of all comfort be with your family at this time My Deepest Condolences, JoAnne