Valley Hills Funeral Home

Jason Theodore Baldoz

Jason Theodore Baldoz, age 34, was torn from his family on October 26, 2009 by a senseless act of violence. Jason was born May 12, 1975 to Daniel and Diane Baldoz. Jason began his education in Yakima, then moved to San Francisco, California, where his interaction with the San Francisco 49ers led him to a lifelong love of the team. Jason and his family lived in Ohio for five years, moving back to Yakima in 1989. Jason attended Franklin Middle School and Davis High School.

Jason worked at various restaurants in Yakima including Sea Galley, Santiago’s, The Olive Garden, and Red Lobster. For the past few years, Jason worked as a bartender at Howard Johnson’s. Jason loved working in the restaurant business because it allowed him to meet people and make new friends. Jason never met a stranger and loved everyone. He was generous and always looked for the good in everyone. Jason was very proud of his Filipino and Hispanic heritage. He loved to cook for his family, but there wasn’t much he loved more than a family get-together with lots of food. Jason spent all year looking forward to his family’s annual trip to Wapato Point at Lake Chelan. Jason’s most treasured time was the time he spent with his children. He was a hands-on dad who loved playing with his kids.

Jason was taken from his oldest son, Giovanni Baldoz; his long-time companion, Maria Maravilla; their son, Anthony J. Baldoz; and Gerardo and Bethani Castillo, whom he loved like his own children. He was also taken from his mother, Diane Baldoz of Selah; his father, Daniel M. Baldoz, Jr. of Renton; his brother, Daniel (Jennifer) J. Baldoz III of Puyallup; his grandparents, Jim and Joan Duke of Selah; and a large extended family of aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews, and a niece who loved him dearly and will miss him forever.

Waiting in heaven for Jason are his grandparents, Jess and Melba Withrow and Daniel and Juliet Baldoz and his sister, Lisa Baldoz.

Viewing will be from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday at Valley Hills Funeral Home in Terrace Heights. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Breakthrough Christian Center, 15 N. 7th Avenue. Burial will follow at West Hills Memorial Park. A reception will be held at the Selah Civic Center following burial.

Jason’s family would like to thank the ICU staff at Yakima Regional for their quality care and compassion. Our hearts are broken by our loss. Jason, we will never forget your incredible laugh and smile.

Send Condolences.

Diane, DJ, and family, my heart goes out to all of you. I cannot imagine the sorrow you must be suffering at the loss of Jason. Just know that God has a reason for everything even though it seems difficult to understand. He has a special purpose for Jason. Be strong and rely on the strength God will give you in your time of need. I love all of you and will keep you in my prayers. Sheila Helton Lewis, White Oak, TX

Aunt Di, DJ, Uncle Danny, Reina and the boys,

Words can't express the sorrow that I have for you all. J was my little brother. I always loved the summers because I knew I was going to have so much fun with both DJ and J when they came to visit grandma and grandpa. J is in a better place away from all the pain and suffering. He's know looking down at us with his big beautiful smile. I love you J and will miss you dearly.

Love Always,
Stephanie, Breezy, and Khi Khi Baldoz

I have so many great memories of Jason when we were hanging out with big brother DJ back in the E-burg days!! He was such a great person to be around and ALWAYS put a smile on my face. I'm praying for all of his family and friends in this horrific time. I know he is proud of all of you while he is with his loved ones in heaven. See you in heaven someday Jason...

Misty Pollock

We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family.

DeAngelo and Nicki Martinez

I am very sorry for the loss. Jason was a wonderful guy. I always remember his pretty smile. You guys are in my prayers. Take care.

Derek Jennings

My prayers go out to Jason's family and friends. Sorry for your loss. He was a friendly person and I enjoyed working with him at Sea Galley.
Carolyn Nease

Marie,Gera, Bethanie and little Anthony, our Deepest prayers and thoughts are with you. I'm really sorry for your loss no one deserves to lose a loved one. my family is for you for support.

Hugs
Luisa, Diego and Roman

WE MISS YOU JASON AND SO SORRY THIS HAD TO HAPPEN TO SUCH A WONDERFUL PERSON. YOU WERE LIKE A BRO SINCE YOU AND BUBBA WERE SUCH GREAT CLOSE FRIENDS AND SO RESPECTFUL TO THE FAMILIA. YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR THOUGHTS MAY YOU REST IN PEACE WITH THE ANGELS. ALL OUR LOVE TO THE FAMILY.LOVE THE MARTINEZ&OSEGUERA FAMILIA.

Our deepest and most sincere condolences to the Baldoz family.

Sincerely,
Dan and Tanya Neilsen

I send our deepest condolences to Jason's family and friends. We continue to keep you in our prayers.

The Bonlender family on North 7th Street.

You're a good guy and a great friend. I will never forget you!!
James Lamb

You are all in my prayers and I know your hearts are broken. "Diane, Danny, hang on", know you will see Jason again. It is unimaginable what suffering this has caused. I am so truly sorry for your loss and saddened for his children.
In God's Hands,
Linda, Ruben, Antone and Lynnae Gutierrez

Diane,

I am truly sorry for the loss of your son, Jason. I want you to know that you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Your friend always,
Dave Shrock

At the rising of the sun and at its going down,
We remember them.

At the blowing of the wind and in the chill of Winter, We remember them.

At the opening of buds and in the rebirth of Spring,
We remember them.

At the blueness of the skies and in the warmth of Summer,
We remember them.

At the rustling of leaves and the beauty of Autumn,
We remember them.

At the beginning of the year and when it ends,
We remember them.

As long as we live, they too will live;
for they are now a part of us, as we remember them.

When we are weary and in need of strength,
We remember them.

When we are lost and sick at heart,
We remember them.

When we have joys we yearn to share,
We remember them.

When we have decisions that are difficult to make,
We remember them

When we have achievements that are based on theirs,
We remember them.

As long as we live, they too shall live,
for they are a part of us, as we remember them.

Author Unknown

My Prayer's are with you and all of your Family!
Jenay (Bloomer) Distler, Jim Bloomer

I just want to extend my sympathy to the family of Jason. I remember hanging out with him in high school and having him be my waiter at multiple restaurants after high school. He was a great guy with a smile that would light up the room. He went above and beyond to say hello when he saw you, ask how you were doing and what was new in your life. He will be missed. I am so sorry for your loss.

Linda Leavitt

Our sincere condolences from my family to yours. Jason was always a great friend and he will be greatly missed.

Alicyn (a former classmate)

Baldoz Family, I am so sorry for your lost, Jason is a great person and he will truley be missed. Jeff B in Wenatchee.

My thoughts go out to all of you! Jason was a great person and he definitely made an impression on my life. My brothers, DJ and Jason were good friends and because of their friendship Jason was like a big brother to me growing up. He was a great man with a beautiful smile and a heart of gold and my family and I will miss him! My deepest condolences for your loss.

Lorena Medrano and Family

Baldoz Family,
Jason and I where the best of friends in high school. I have nothing but great memories of him and the times that we shared. I would like to let you know that you will all be in my prayers and I wish you all the best. If there is anything that you need please fill free to let me know.
Respectfully,

Joseph L D Menard

With great sorrow we extend our condolences to you dear Giovanni and Diane and all of you who suffer this tragic loss.

You are all in our prayers. God Bless.

In thought and love,

Laurie and Tracey Robillard
509-469-7000

Hello Diane, my heartfelt condolences go out to you. I had just recently learned of Jason's passing, and saddened that I missed his memorial service. I have incredible memories of him and his vibrant personality. Let me know if I can do anything. You can reach me at 509-961-3015 or at Pastormark@yakimafoursquare.org.
Mark Grange