JASON NEIL KRESTANOWICH -

Condolences & Memories (65 entries)

• Sharon and family, we just heard about Jason....so sorry for your loss...hugs to you all!!! - Posted by: Shirley & Lorne Gregorash (friend) on: Sep 29, 2012

• I recently heard of Jason's passing and I was shocked to say the least. However, I would not like to focus on the fact that he has gone, but on the way he lived, and who he was. Jason aka "Crusty", was loved by everyone. This is not an overstatement. And those who knew him, knew that he was the type of person who made you smile, with his awesome sense of humour, wit as well as his charming demeanor. He was the type of guy who, when you're having a bad day, and you stop by the Palomino on a Friday, he would talk your ear off, and automatically put you in a good mood! I remember all the good times and teaching Jason Ukrainian, and a week later he'd approach me and say it perfectly: "dobre vachir!" or "Na Zdorovela", or "Yak tobi kolo vas?" and cheers you with a drink in hand. Jason was different than many people, and he would never talk bad about anyone behind their back, because he had character, and led by example. He also was the type of person who would help you out if you had problems or needed a friend to chat with. He was also an awesome athlete, and loved sports! If you tried to wrestle or hit the ball farther than Crusty, you most likely wouldn't. I am sorry that I wasn't a better friend to Jason, and wish that I could have done more for him. May God keep you in his care Jason and know that you were loved! - Posted by: Cedric Shurraw. (friend) on: Sep 23, 2012

• Jason was one of those larger than life characters! I met Jason when we were classmates at JB Mitchell school. There aren't many I remember from those years, but of course no-one forgets Jason. I was lucky enough to meet up again a few years ago. He was still the same guy. He could light up any room and the perfect guy to get the party going. So sad for his life to end so young. Rest in peace. - Posted by: Dionne Kuyp (friend) on: Sep 23, 2012

• I met Jason many years ago when we attended the same junior high together. I was shocked to hear about his passing. I had the pleasure of running into Jason a couple of times over the past few years. Jason had a wicked awesome sense of humour and was a lot of fun to be around. I will miss you old friend! Until Then. Brian - Posted by: Brian McKague (Friend) on: Sep 21, 2012

• I met Krusty back in high school and for a large portion of the 90's and early 2000's we were inseparable. As time went by we drifted but never lost touch. I would always talk to him on the 3rd game of a new Blue Jays season to wish them luck, and when the Jets came back he was one of the first to text me. His old beer fridge that I bought off him at his garage sale this summer is firmly planted in my man cave. Like most who knew him I could list off hundreds of Krusty stories, however Krusty will never see them. He lived them. My condolences Sharon, Paul and Lisa, sorry for your loss. - Posted by: Kerry O'Brien (Friend) on: Sep 21, 2012

• My condolences to Paul, Lisa and Mrs. K. I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you. - Posted by: Cheryl Hnatiuk () on: Sep 18, 2012

• My condolences to everyone that knew and loved Jason he was a character and he will be missed. - Posted by: Michael Kingsley (friend) on: Sep 18, 2012

• Paul, I am so sorry to hear about Jason. I haven't seen him in many years, but I remember him as your larger than life little brother. At Brock Corydon I recall even being a little bit scared of him sometimes even though he was 2 years younger. Then he would flash his big smile and tell me he was just kidding around and then I would like him again... Just wanted you to know that I am thinking about you and your family, and he was taken from you way too early. May you find peace in your memories of Jason at this difficult time. Patti Martens - Posted by: Patti Martens (Peters) (friend) on: Sep 17, 2012

• SO shocked/saddened to hear of Jason's recent passing. I knew Jason in high school, and have fond memories of seeing him at house parties and the bar. He was like a magnet wherever he was - people were drawn to him (as the sheer volume of guest signatures here can attest). He was a FUN and happy guy. I've been away from Wpg for the last few years.  When I think of Wpg, I think of institutions like Salisbury House, the Jets, The Royal Wpg Ballet, etc. Truthfully, for me, Jason was another Winnipeg "institution".  My most sincere condolences to the Krestanowich family. May you take some comfort in knowing what a positive impact he had on so many lives.  My thoughts are with you... - Posted by: Suzanne Patterson Bell (ex-River Heightser) on: Sep 16, 2012

• Sharon, Paul, Lisa and family, We were saddened to learn of Jason's recent death and extend our sincere condolences to you all. - Posted by: Gerard and Cora Duffy () on: Sep 16, 2012

• Our deepest regards and sincere condolences (from the Kingsley family). While I haven't seen Jason in a few years, I remember him with great fondness...a man that was larger than life in all the best ways! It was with no small amount of shock that I heard of his untimely passing. Paul and Lisa, I can't fathom your loss. Please know that my thoughts are with you and you parents during this (what I can only imagine to be!) trying time. - Posted by: Andrew Kingsley (Friend) on: Sep 15, 2012

• Jason was a friend of me and my 3 brothers. He coached, took care of and bought beer for us. Thanks for being a good buddy Krusty. RIP - Posted by: Leif Sigurdson (Friend) on: Sep 15, 2012

• Paul and family........my deepest condolences to all of you......I only met your brother once, but from all the messages above it is obvious he touched a number of lives during his life.....My prayers are with you during this difficult period..... Zab - Posted by: Greg Zaborosky () on: Sep 15, 2012

• Hey J, sure glad we got to have those beers at Blumberg this past Friday. Its been over 20 years since we met on the diamond. That All Star Tourney when you showed up in those tight ball pants and a shirt way to small for you stealth figure. By the way, yes it was me and not Trager that filled your ears with toothpaste at that Tourney in Neepawa where we were promptly kicked out of that hotel. Then there was the night you and some of the Brewers came to my house and drank every ounce of booze I had in the house along with my kids milk! You were a classy individual and truly became a great friend. Seeing that Bomb you hit off Penning at Optimist and the smile you had on your face sums it up. You will always be remembered and never forgotten. Now you can start a whole new tick book in the diamonds up above. God bless you and your family. - Posted by: Howie and Christine Prociuk (baseball buddy) on: Sep 14, 2012

• Paul, Lisa and the rest of the Krestanowich gang. Wow, what a shock to hear. I regret not getting more time to chat to Jason at the Kelvin reunion a few months back. Such a good guy, I always enjoyed our discussions and banter. Thinking of you all as you are coming to grips with your loss. I will tip a beer to Jason and all of you this weekend. He will be remembered, for who could forget a force of nature like Jason. - Posted by: Paul Kemp (River Heights-er) on: Sep 14, 2012

• Paul, Lisa and the rest of the Krestanowich gang. Wow, what a shock to hear. I regret not getting more time to chat to Jason at the Kelvin reunion a few months back. Such a good guy, I always enjoyed our discussions and banter. Thinking of you all as you are coming to grips with your loss. I will tip a beer to Jason and all of you this weekend. He will be remembered, for who could forget a force of nature like Jason. - Posted by: Paul Kemp (River Heights-er) on: Sep 14, 2012

• I met Jason back in 1990, where we dated for a while. Although, we did not preceed with the dating, we continued a friendship. You will be missed my friend! - Posted by: Rachel (Friend) on: Sep 14, 2012

• Baseball in Winnipeg is a little less colourful. Krusty was always with his beloved Brewers.On behalf of all the Transcona Senior players past and present, rest peacefully my friend - Posted by: Al Suggitt (baseball friend) on: Sep 14, 2012

• You left this world too soon. I love you, and I'll miss you. - Posted by: Patrick Mateo (Friend) on: Sep 14, 2012

• So sorry for your loss. I cherish all of the memories of being fortunate enough to grow up with Jason, truly a larger than life person that touched so many of us in such a positive way. - Posted by: Chris FisHer (Friend) on: Sep 14, 2012

• Krusty you were taken way too soon. The thing I'll miss most is going to be circling those two dates we meet the Brewers per year. Then telling my wife it'll be a late night cause we're playing Fort Garry. She always understood! You'll never be forgotten buddy. We'll see you again on the diamond someday. Rest in peace. - Posted by: Chris Leclerc (Friend through baseball) on: Sep 14, 2012

• I met Jason for the first time last year. I was sitting in the MTS center all hyped up about the return of the jets to Winnipeg. All of a sudden this larger than life guy comes down the aisle and sits in front of me, my first thoughts were "oh great obstructed view". As it turned out I wouldn't want anyone else to sit in front of me but Jason he was such a fun person to watch the games with always quick with a one liner he made the games even better. Jason I will miss your presence at the games and I will miss your friendship. Jets games won't be the same without you. RIP my friend. - Posted by: Gerry Gordon (friend) on: Sep 14, 2012

• News of Jason's sudden passing has come as a shock to me. My sincerest condolences. - Posted by: Jason Bradnes (Hight School Friend) on: Sep 14, 2012

• I met Jason in 1976 in kindergarten and went all thru school with him. It saddens me to hear of one so young to pass on, and especially a friend you grew up with. My heart and sincerest condolences go out to the Krestanowich family. My deepest symapthy. May time and much love heal you all from this sudden loss. - Posted by: michelle mackie (friend) on: Sep 14, 2012

• Krusty was...... Loud and larger than life. You always knew when he was in the room. We bonded over our kids. His boys and our daughter were in the same class. So he would always scout us out in the school crowd so he wouldn't look like a loser by himself. (his words) He would also make me point out all the single moms. You knew if he liked you, and you knew if he didn't. He spoke his mind, and we loved him for that. He was a very caring person. We are shocked, deeply saddened and deflated by the news of his sudden passing. Way too soon! We will miss his laugh and his stories. He had a million of them. Rest in peace buddy, and watch your back up there. Try not to get salami'd. Your friends always..... Pat & Jonathan Thiessen. - Posted by: Pat Thiessen (Friend) on: Sep 14, 2012

• Was so sorry to hear about Jason. I had the pleasure of working with him at Hardwoods years ago. He always stayed in touch and he never changed. His heart was as big as he was. - Posted by: Gaye-Lynn Baker (Friend and ex coworker from Hardwoods) on: Sep 14, 2012

• I didn't know Jason all that well we only worked together a few times when I worked at Knowles but what I have met of Jason was a caring guy, who loved his job and the kids he worked with, many condolences to Jason's family. I'm so sorry for the loss. Louise Rawluk - Posted by: louise (co worker) on: Sep 14, 2012

• I met Jason in the mid 90s at a house party in River Heights. I believe it may have been late October but I remember that he was wearing shorts, not sure about the shoes, we played ping pong for a long time and he kept kicking my butt and wouldn't let me win. Krusty....you touched everyone that was lucky enough to know you, the man who gave so much to family, friends, children and the community and enjoyed life to the fullest. It is with sincere gratitude for knowing you and the utmost sadness to hear of your passing. "To live in the hearts we leave behind is not to die. You will never be forgotten....xoxoxoxo - Posted by: Tammy Gauthier (Friend) on: Sep 14, 2012

• Our deepest condolences to Paul, Mrs Krestanowich, Lisa, Cory and Mike. Jason will be missed by all who knew him. Our thoughts are with you in this difficult time. Love Joey and Murray - Posted by: Josephine Pulver (friend) on: Sep 13, 2012

• I first met Jason in Mrs Hamilton's kindergarten class at Brock Corydon school in 1976. Sooooo many memories. I remember the time he intentionally knocked the class pumpkin to the floor (after Mrs Hamilton expressly forbade us to even touch it!). I remember the time in grade-1 or grade-2, on Halloween, Jason came to school as the Fonz (he wore a black leather jacket with "The Fonz" spelled out on the back of it in white tape!). I remember in grade-6, Jason and I listening to records in my basement (he especially got a kick out of the pseudo-song and dance routine I did during Taco's "Putting On the Ritz"!). I remember in grade-7, we recorded a fake radio show for Mr Owens English class, which everyone loved (we were laughing so hard while recording at my house, we could barely complete it! I so wish I still had the cassette of that.) I remember the Torspo hockey sticks we both used; the "Turn around, bright eyes" routine he'd always do in Ms Peppler's homeroom class; playing ball hockey and basketball at his house every summer, watching all the music videos he'd recorded; making prank phone calls; riding our bikes all over the city; etc, etc. So many great memories!! I still laugh at things Jason said or did back when we were only 12-years old. He was always a lovable character, and thinking of him never fails to bring a smile to my face. After junior high, we drifted apart and saw less of each other. But every time we DID bump into each other, he always made it feel like a special occasion, like he was super-stoked to see me. In later years, he always got a kick out of the fact that I was one of the few people who did NOT call him Krusty. To me, he was always Jason. He was an incredibly, amazingly special guy and I'm going to miss him terribly. My sincerest condolences to Jason's mom, brother Paul, and sister Lisa. My parents, Don & Lynda, plus my brother Warren, wish to convey their deepest sympathies, too. You are all in our thoughts. - Posted by: Stephen Falk (Friend) on: Sep 13, 2012

• Jason was an awesome guy.. You impacted my life in a big way. I'm so grateful to have met you Big J! Missing you dearly<3 - Posted by: Ruby Green (Friend) on: Sep 13, 2012

• I am in shock!!! Hey Buddy it was exciting and always interesting around the ball diamond, when in your presence. I am going to miss your great smile and your pontificating over baseball with a beer & hotdog. You were one of a kind "Krusty", God Bless you. Catch up to you later at the big baseball game in Heaven. - Posted by: Paul Lagimodiere (Baseball friend) on: Sep 13, 2012

• Our deepest condolences to the family. Krusty you will be Truly missed on the ball diamond and at the rink. You brought so much joy to everyone around you as the kids who you inspired !! Will never forget you xoxo - from the Rattenbury Family - Posted by: Carey Rattenbury (Friend) on: Sep 13, 2012

• Krusty my friend, whether it was having a beer together, having a chew of red man, or simply talking at the Jet games your company will be sadly missed. You were one of a kind brother, Rest in Peace. Smitty - Posted by: Kevin Smith (friend) on: Sep 13, 2012

• We are shocked and saddened by the news. Our hearts go out to the family and friends. Thanks to Jason we have been happily married for 11 years. Craig, Jason's longtime friend and Jacquie, Jason's roommate met at the house and shared many fun memories. Jason always liked taking responsibility for the fact we got married. He made sure everyone knew at our engagement party. Craig has many memories through baseball and knows how much he will be missed. Thank you Jason we will miss you and will hold on tightly to all our memories. - Posted by: craig and jacquie sagan (friends) on: Sep 13, 2012

• Dear Paul and family, My deepest sympathy to you all at this time. My thoughts and prayers are with you. - Posted by: Amanda Younka () on: Sep 13, 2012

• Your beaming confidence and joy for life, raised the spirits of all who were lucky enough to have met you. I'm not ashamed, and surely not alone to say you were my hero, buddy. I'll surely miss you. Peace... - Posted by: Lawrie Anderson (Friend) on: Sep 13, 2012

• You were a great friend of mine for 13 years and I will miss everything, the pal, baseball trips out of town the BBQs and beers after every game and all the good talks we had. I'm glad I was able to call you a true friend and I will always miss you buddy! Rip my friend - Posted by: Jon Robbins (Friwnd) on: Sep 13, 2012

• I met Jason (Krusty) at a Barbeque party in River Heights early 1990's and right away we were friends. I live in Florida now so I hadn't seen Krusty in years but occasionally communicated over Facebook. I always thought I would see him one day down here in Florida. His larger than life personality and big heart will never be forgotten. My sincere condolences and prayers to his family. - Posted by: Stephen Geddes (Friend) on: Sep 13, 2012

• Paul and Family-Please accept our deepest sympathies on the loss of Jason. Know you are surrounded by many people who love and support you and we wish you much peace through this journey. Thinking of you all. - Posted by: Jen and Kevin O'Leary (Friend) on: Sep 13, 2012

• Dear Auntie Sharon, Paul, Lisa and families, My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. I have fond memories of Christmas Eve at the Krestanowich house, year after year. All the kids would play in the basement and be called up only when it was time to eat!!! My best memory of Jason was when he'd pick me up and throw me over his shoulder. It was nothing for him and I would kick in protest telling him to "put me down". He would laugh and laugh and carry me all the way upstairs. As his teacher and coach my Dad spoke so proudly of Jason and his abilities. I know he took a lot of pride in saying that Jason was his nephew. All my love, Ally - Posted by: Allyson (Parker) Hilbert (Cousin) on: Sep 13, 2012

• I met Jason in Jr High and have some fond memories of him; he was funny, but also liked to tease. It's very sad to hear about his passing; deepest condolences to his family. - Posted by: Shayla Waruk (friend) on: Sep 13, 2012

• Rest in Peace Big Guy...Cheers my friend! My Condolences to all who knew and loved him - Posted by: Vanessa () on: Sep 13, 2012

• My self and my son Anthony give the sincere condolences to the family. I'm sad to lose a friend like you. You will be print in our memory for everything you did for us. Love you my best friend from Winnipeg and I will never forget our living and trip together. Frenchy the one and only....xx - Posted by: Frenchy (stephan Pelletier) (Friend ) on: Sep 13, 2012

• I met Jason many years ago thru my cousin Rick. Jason came up with a nickname for me in a silly voice, "Gobbbee". We shared some good talks and his passion for baseball was endless. My condolences to the family. Rest in Peace Krusty. - Posted by: Gabie Tolkmitt (friend) on: Sep 13, 2012

• I met Jason 29 years ago when we were 12 years old at J.B. Mitchell School and I have to say, he used to drive me crazy at times...teasing me, calling me silly nicknames such as Fifi. I suppose this is what 12 year old boys do. Jason was such a caring, wonderful person and I will miss him dearly. Although he probably doesn't realize this but at times when we were all in a group and I was feeling shy or out of place, Jason would always come in and make me feel like I was the most important person in the room and I truly love him for that. He accepted everyone for who they were and never judged anyone. He was a Ray of Shinshine. It was a pleasure and honour having Jason as my friend. My condolences to Paul, Lisa, Mrs.K and family. Jason will be forever missed but never forgotten. Yvette xoxo - Posted by: Yvette Taylor (Viallet) (Friend) on: Sep 13, 2012

• As with all life's blessings, the loss of a loved one is hardest of all. Condolences from our family to yours. - Posted by: jason bearden () on: Sep 13, 2012

• Our deepest sympathy. Jason a.k.a. Krusty was my son Devin's relief worker. Devin always spoke so highly of Jason. I met Jason a few times and everytime he always had a big smile on...He will be missed dearly. Thank-you Jason for making an impact on my son's life, you meant alot to him. R.I.P - Posted by: amanda edmiston () on: Sep 13, 2012

• Krusty, I watched you grow up as a best friend to my brother CFL, Larry, Lawrencio Spagettio... you will never be forgotten and always have a place in my heart. Peace - Posted by: Dianna Mae Hocaluk (Anderson) (Friend) on: Sep 13, 2012

• Very sad to hear this...God Bless You ! - Posted by: Wally (friend) on: Sep 13, 2012

• Baseball in Winnipeg just lost one of it's Characters of our Game ! As an umpire, some of the plate meetings with Krusty were hilarious, never mind any of his pinch hitter efforts. He added colour to every ball diamond he appeared on. Keep em laughin in Heavy Kid ! Hank Lemoine - Posted by: Hank Lemoine (Friend through Baseball.) on: Sep 13, 2012

• Our deepest condolences to the family. We knew Jason as "Crusty". Our son Jaret Melnyk played on his team. Gone too soon. The Melnyks - Posted by: Ryan and Janet Melnyk () on: Sep 13, 2012

• My heartfelt condolences to Mrs K, Paul and Lisa. It has been many years since he and I last talked, but I will forever remember him for his love of life, laughter, family and friends. I'm sure everyone that knew him had so many special and likely really funny memories of Jason. Much too young to be taken so soon. May you rest in peace Jason. - Posted by: Tara Hamilton Hawes () on: Sep 13, 2012

• A great loss. My thoughts are with Paul, Lisa and all the family. Rest in Peace, big man. - Posted by: James Kirk (Friend) on: Sep 13, 2012

• My deepest condolences to Jason's family. I first met Jason in elementary school. Although he was in my oldest brother Chris's class, he became friends with me and my brother Jon as well. Growing up, you could always count on Jason to make you laugh, and that carried on through his whole life. As sad as it is to lose him, I am thankful to have known him, and I will remember him always for the laughter and friendship. - Posted by: Sean Novak (Friend) on: Sep 13, 2012

• My deepest condolences to Jason's family. He was a good friend. You should be proud knowing you raised the perfect combination of strength compassion and laughter in Jason. This proves true when u see how many people's lives his presence touched. We will miss you crusty. Xo - Posted by: Ashley Glesby (Friend) on: Sep 13, 2012

• Mrs Krestanowich, Paul, Lisa - I am in shock to hear of Jason's passing. I had a great time reconnecting with him recently at the reunion and I can't imagine this world without a man that stood out head and shoulders above the rest in a crowd, I will miss him and he will not be forgotten. - Posted by: Jim Foulkes (Friend) on: Sep 13, 2012

• Our sincere condolences to the family. We knew Jason as Krusty. He was our son's best friend. They played ball together, took trips together and sometimes just left for somewhere at the last minute. They did everything together. They got on a plane last minute to see the Jets play in Chicago, drove 24 hours to see Penguins play game 7 of Stanley Cup finals in Detroit, and they went to see the Grey Cup in Calgary. They just got back from Minneapolis to see the Vikings play the day before his passing. Todd loved his best friend and will miss him, but he will never forget him. "RIP"-KRUSTY! - Posted by: Bruce and Fran Meyers (Friend!) on: Sep 13, 2012

• Deepest condolences to the family. Gonna miss you buddy! - Posted by: Darren Thomas (Friend) on: Sep 13, 2012

• I met Jason through Lisa and we hit it off right away. The 3 of us had so much fun hanging out. Such great memories. My heart breaks for the loss of my friend, but also for Lisa's friend/brother. Thoughts are with the entire family. He's a guy that will never be forgotten. Much love to all. - Posted by: Sharon Schritt "Bubbles" (Friend) on: Sep 13, 2012

• When you lose someone you've known most of your life... it sure makes an impact, no matter how close you were. You will be remembered. Cheers to you Jason!!! - Posted by: Allison Cooney (Friend) on: Sep 13, 2012

• Mrs. K, Paul, Lisa & family - Words cannot describe how deeply sorry we are for your loss. Krusty's zest for life and the many smiles he brought will be sorely missed. Our thoughts are with you in the most difficult time. Love Ian & Serena - Posted by: Ian & Serena Holland (Friend) on: Sep 13, 2012

• We are deeply saddened by your loss. We knew Jason as "Crusty". Our son Jon Robbins enjoyed playing against him as well as playing with him on the Brewers. We will miss his smile and big laugh. Gone too soon. Our Condolences, the Robbins Family. - Posted by: Ian & Roxann Robbins (friends) on: Sep 13, 2012

• My sincere condolences to the family. May we all cherish the memories of Jason(Krusty) and remember him for his humor, energy, and love of life, friends, and family. Trips back home to Winnipeg will never be the same. RIP Krusty! - Posted by: Mark McJannet (Friend) on: Sep 13, 2012

• Paul, Lisa and family - I'm so sorry. Behind that giant there was a huge heart, he leaves behind a big hole in many peoples lives. Big hugs to you. xo Alix - Posted by: Alix McIntyre (friend ) on: Sep 13, 2012