Jason W. Lineaweaver, an Iraqi War Veteran, was called home to be with our Lord and Savior on March 14th, 2011 due to cardiac arrest in his sleep. He was born July, 27th 1980 in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, but grew up in many places when his dad was in the Army.
In 2002, Jason moved to Helena to be with his family and met his wife here. They were married in September of 2006 and have 2 children. He was a member of Tri-Lakes Volunteer Fire Dept., until he joined the Army in 2008, and he and his family moved to Ft. Hood, Texas. Upon receiving an honorable discharge from the military after returning from Iraq, they moved back to Helena in 2009 and Jason began college to become an Aviation Mechanic.
Jason was an avid hunter, hiker, and outdoorsman. He loved nature and the beautiful Montana sky. His passion was airplanes. All of them, from remote control planes to 747s and helicopters too. He was a member of Lifepoint Baptist Church in East Helena. Though he had many struggles, he loved The Lord. He didn’t just love Him, he served Him too and tried to do his best. He was preceded in death by his uncle Jeff Bucholds, who was in the Air Force.
Jason is survived by his wife Jodie (27); his two sons, Casey (7) and Cayden (1) of Helena; his parents, Kim and Dave; brothers, Michael and Ryan of Bend, Oregon; his sister Amber Norwood and her family of Texas. He is also by his aunt and uncle, Jaime and Dave Moe of Helena; cousins, Tom of Seattle, and Joe of Bozeman; and numerous other aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family, and grandparents in California, Idaho, Texas, and Missouri.
Jason had many friends and family who loved him very much and he will be missed greatly. Donations for the family and expenses are greatly appreciated. There is an account at Valley bank opened for them.
Viewing will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Friday, March 18, 2011 at Retz Funeral Home Chapel with family receiving friends from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. A Memorial Service is scheduled for 11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 19, 2011 at Lifepoint Baptist Church in East Helena with coffee following the service. Military Honors is set for 12:00 p.m. Monday, March 21, 2011 at the Montana State Veterans Cemetery, Ft. Harrison. To offer a condolence to the family or to share a memory of Jason, please visit www.retzfuneralhome.com.
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Michelle Lineaweaver says
Jason, You wern’t just my cousin but, one of my best friends growing up. You were such a big part of my life and I just can’t believe your gone. I can still remember the day our dads bought us oue motorcycles and how excited you were especially when you learned how to swich gears before I did, and you made sure to always remind me that you were faster then me. Or when you taught me how to roller blade and took me to the biggest hill you could find and pushed me down it while telling me that I was either going to learn how to do it or crash trying, needless to say I crashed and you told me while helping me up and laughing so hard you almost fell over that I roller bladed like a duck and for the next couple of months you would make duck noises everytime I would walk by. I can still remember how excited I was when I found out you were moving back to Cali, even though it had been so long that we had seen eachother we were able to pick up where we left off.
Michelle Lineaweaver says
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I am so thankful for all the time we spent together then. Never once did I ever think that would be the last time I would ever see you again and I can still rmember the very last time I talked to you on the phone you called to tell me that you made it home and you just wanted to call and tell me you loved me and would miss me. I love you so much cousin and you are forever in my heart. Godspeed.
Love you always,
your cousin Michelle
Heather Page says
Jason I love you very much and I will always miss you. Cousin Heather
Beth Page says
You will be missed
JoAnn Mattfeldt says
Jason you will be forever missed and forever loved…Grandma Jo
richard radcliffe says
as a desert storm vet i feel deeply sadden for ur loss the great things veterns do in battle and then have there lives suddenly taken from there love ones i wish u the best of luck and ill keep u in my prayers god bless
J. Moore says
To the Family of Jason W. Lineaweaver,
So sorry to learn about the lost of your Dear Loved One, Jason. Please know that so many people share your grief with you to help you through this difficult time of sorrow. Please accept my deepest condolences as we await the time when Christ Jesus will awaken all of those who have fallen asleep in death; including your Beloved, Jason. (John 11:41-44)
Dave & Kim Lineaweaver says
As Jason’s parents we can not even begin to say how much we will miss Jason. The pain is unbearable, but God gives us comfort knowing he is in heaven now. Jason loved the Lord. He may have had his struggles, but he always looked to God for help. He loved his family dearly and especially his wife Jodie, sons Casey and Cayden. Keep them in your prayers as well. His death was unintentional and unexpected, but Jason is free now and with the Lord. The Bible says, “to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.” Great Comfort!! Jason will be remembered by our family for his great laugh, smile, loving hugs, jokes, and sensitivity. Everything about him will be missed. We love you so so much Jason!
All our love,
Dad, Mom, Ryan, and Michael
Mary Chronister says
Kim, I am so sorry for your loss. I’ll be out of town on Friday, so I won’t be at the services for Jason. Needless to say, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Mary Chronister
Jess says
Jodie and family- I am so sorry for your loss. You’re in my thoughts and prayers. May you find strength in the hardest of times. Let me know if you need anything.
Robert hardman says
I am so sorry
Aunt Sue says
My love and prayers to Jody and the boys, Kim,Dave,Ryan,Micheal, Jamie,Dave,Tommy,Joey and all who knew and loved Jason. He will be missed.
Susan and Adam Velasquez says
MICHELLE LINEAWEAVER says
Hey cousin just thinking about you alot today. Forever in my heart. Love you always cousin.
Darci says
Jodie and family – I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Please let me know if you need anything. ~ Darci
Terry and Kari Lineaweaver says
We are so sorry to hear about Jason. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May God hold you close during this difficult time.
Amber & Ryan Norwood says
Jason was not only my big brother, he was my best friend when we were growing up & even when we got older. Jason & I got in to a lot of trouble growing up, but we had fun, laughed, learned, & encouraged one another through out the years. We will greatly miss him so much, he will always be in our hearts & we will see him again some day. Our thoughts & prayers are with Jodie, Casey & Cayden, my parents & younger brothers Ryan & Michael. This is extremely hard for all of us, but God has his plan for each of us & He called Jason Home to be with Him. Jason we love you so much & we were all always proud of you for all that you have done. Love you so much bro.
Love, Amber, Ryan & Anna
Jason Woods says
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your children.
Rebecca Judd says
My heart goes out to you. May your heart find peace and may you be granted rest each night.
Please give Casey and Cayden a hug from me. You are in my prayers.
Rebecca Judd & family
Jamie and Dave Moe says
We are so sorry for you loss Dave and Kim and Ryan,Micheal and Wife Jody, and two sons Casey,Cayden. We will all greatly miss Jason. Uncle Dave and I were so blessed to have our Nephew in our lives and have spent time with him before he left us to go and be with our LORD Jesus. Uncle Dave and I take great comfort in knowing that we will see Jason again in heaven with our dear LORD and Savior Jesus and many other friends and family who have passed on to be with our dear LORD Jesus.” Soon and very soon we are going to see our King Jesus and all be reunited again.
Blessings to The Linaweaver Family. Love, Dave and Jamie Moe
Tamm Sutherland says
My sincerest condolences to the families of Jason in their time of sorrow. The loss of someone so young seems so unfair, so we must have faith that he was needed more in heaven than here on earth.
With Love to you all,
Tammy & Don Sutherland and family
Julie Gambill says
Jodi,So sorry for your loss and for the childrens.No words can stop this pain.Just know my arms and thoughts wrapped around you at this time.Many prayers sent your way!Always Julie.
Tanna Martin says
Dave,Kim and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God bring you comfort.
Love,
Tanna
Anise Rask says
Jodie, Casey and Family, I am sorry for your loss. I hope you will find comfort in warm memories shared with friends and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Anise Rask, Casey’s Teacher
Jodie Lineaweaver says
Rick says
My condolences to the family, Jason will be missed.
robin says
I didnt know him. I just want to say thanks for serving our country!!