It is with heavy hearts that we announce the untimely passing of Jason “Jay” Robert Cuddy. A cherished son, brother, uncle and friend, Jay left us on Oct 13th 2023 as a result of a hospital-acquired blood infection. He was 36. Jay was born in Toronto, Ontario. He grew up in Tottenham and resided in Ottawa, a place he made his home for the last 18 years.
Jason Robert Cuddy, is survived by his parents Kathi and Mike, his sister Leah, his brothers Kevin (Courtney), and Brian (Caitlyn), his girlfriend Shania, niece Amelia-Jean (Kevin and Courtney), nephews Lucas (Kevin and Courtney) and Jude (Brian and Caitlyn), many Aunts, Uncles and Cousins and Grandma Irene Webster. A special thank you to Uncle Dave and Aunt Elizabeth for their devotion, love and care, especially in the last few months. Jay loved you both dearly and was greatly comforted by your presence.
Jay grew up a happy go-lucky child. He was a lover of the arts (graffiti, painting) and sports. He participated in many, including skateboarding, snowboarding, hockey and football. As an adult, Jay was often found on the sofa watching sports (it didn’t matter which one) with a cold PBR in hand. Jay loved his job and the people he worked with and had a wonderful group of close friends that he unwaveringly supported. We know you all share our grief. His love for his family was prominently displayed through his largest tattoo – “Family”.
We’re heartbroken to realize there will be no more Jay-organized shinny hockey games on the 2-line pond.
Jay’s sense of humour was unparalleled. His wit was as quick as any and every gathering was punctuated by Jay’s humour. He’d likely find humour in the date of his passing – Friday the 13th.
We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone for all your love and support during this difficult time. A private family invitation-only memorial service will be held. A celebration of Jay’s life will be held in Ottawa at a later date.
In lieu of flowers or donations, hug your kids (or anyone else you love).
Online condolences and memories may be left for the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com
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Private Invitational Service
Sophie says
I have just recently found out about Jay’s passing.
My sincere and deepest condolences to the whole family.
He was such an amazing person to be around. Made me laugh all the time. He will truly be missed by many. Including me.
Sending so much love to you all
Sophie
Scott & Heather Johnston says
Mike, Kathi and family,
You all have our heartfelt sympathies and thoughts at this most difficult and sad time. The impact of the loss of a loved one and the grief that is felt can be overwhelming.
Keep the happy memories alive and they will give you the strength to move forward.
Please know that you are all in our prayers for the time you need to overcome your immediate grief.
Love,
Scott & Heather Johnston
Emily Anne Walton says
Dear Shania and Cuddy family,
Our deepest condolences on your loss of beloved Jay.
Tom and Emily Walton
Mona Jabbour says
Dear Kathi and Mike
I am so saddened to hear this news. My sincere condolences to you and your family. Your loss is significant. Jason was a beautiful soul and his impact will be enduring.
Perri Domm says
Please know that Jay meant the world to all of us a Goodbye Graffiti. It is a loss we will never forget. His loyalty and kindness were legendary. Our entire team is feeling this loss. My heart goes out his family. Frankly, I can not imagine your pain. We are here for you.
Ted and Jane Fullerton says
It is with a deep sorrow that we have just heard of Jason’s passing. We remember him well as a very young, enthusiastic and caring person who spent time with our children back then.
Our deepest and sincere condolences.
Jane, Ted, Midori and Joel Fullerton
Frank & Chris McKay says
Words cannot express the sorrow we feel for your family at this most difficult time. Jay will be greatly missed and will forever be in our hearts.
Frank & Chris McKay.
Elaine and Bob Bucci says
Our sincerest condolences go out to your family as you navigate through this extremely devastating time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Nicci Barr says
Our deepest condolences to the Cuddy family, and those that also loved Jason.
Sincerely,
Barr family
David Gardhouse says
We would like to offer our condolences to Mike,Kathi and the Cuddy family .Jason was always welcome in our home .
Dave Jane Andrew and Liz
Judy Nyman says
Dear Kathi, Mike, Brian, Leah, Kevin and families,
Our deepest condolences to all of you at this very sad time. May your cherished memories of Jason bring comfort and peace.
Heartfelt thoughts, Lind and Judy Nyman and family.
Jamie Firth says
Twenty-five years of knowing Jason seems at once a long time, and not nearly long enough.
When younger, we spent our best times together energetically; snowboarding, skateboarding, driveway hockey, raucous concerts.
Jay brought positivity, cooperation, and style to these activities.
Once grown, we spent our time together more passively; watching hockey games, sharing a drink on a patio, quietly enjoying a campfire. Jay brought confidence, intelligence, and a true sense of companionship to these occasions.
Hearing a wisecrack from Jay and turning to see his sly smile always brought on a smile of my own. To not share anymore smiles with Jay is a great loss.
My love, sympathy, and support to the Cuddy family and all the friends.
RIP JC – 2 Line Forever
Virginia says
Dear Kathi, Mike, Brian, Leah and Kevin,
Our few, joy-filled years as next door neighbours left deep impressions on young, soft hearts. Every #99 Coatsworth is sharing heartache and remembering Jason.
Love from Virginia and fam xo
Karen and Luc Dionne says
We are very sorry for your loss. As we have heard through Kevin and Courtney, Jay was a kind, witty, ‘scary-movie-loving’, wonderful and genuine person. All that and a TML fan too. His passing clearly is a great loss to all who knew him. May you find some comfort in your memories of a wonderful son and brother. Hold each other close at this difficult time. Sending our love, thoughts and prayers.
Maria Vomiero says
Mike, Kathi and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this inexplicably sad time.
Although I never knew Jay, it seems as though he’s left you all with many wonderful memories, much laughter, and love.
They say time heals all wounds… it doesn’t. But it does allow for the wonderful memories to very gradually fill the void.
Sending lots of strength and prayers your way,
Maria.
Karen Westlake says
To the Cuddy family our deepest condolences there are no words just sending you our love and support
Brian and Karen Westlake and family
Michele Tomlinson says
Our condolences The Tomlinson Family
Jase R says
My deepest condolences to the Cuddy family and all of Jason’s loved ones. I look back fondly at all the good times I had with him over the years and will always cherish those memories. He was a great friend, who was always generous and loyal. Jay did have a great sense of humour and I always loved making him laugh.
RIP JC
Love you buddy
Roz Ferretti says
I am so very sorry for the loss of your beautiful son. My heartfelt sympathy and prayers go out to you and your family ❤️.
Jocelyn Cox (née Dresser) says
Growing up, I drew a lot of parallels between the Cuddy family and ours. We had the same number of children, in the same grades, same classes. We rode the bus together for years.
It literally makes my heart hurt to think of Jay’s passing.
I am so sorry.
Julian Bachlow says
There will always be a part of my heart, throughout my life, devoted to Jason. The love, support and friendship that Jason gave me when I needed him the most in my life was unfathomable and I’ll always remember the kind, strong and blunt words he would give me. When my brother passed away, Jason was there for me and continued to be another brother in my life. He taught me to work hard, to strive for greatness and to love eachother fondly and with kindness. He had amazing friends and was the core to many of those friendships.
I will forever miss you Jason and I love you and your family deeply.
May your light shine on through us.
2 Line represent.
Miff says
Kathi,
I am so sorry that you are having to live with such sorrow. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Miff
Brittany Ferretti says
We are so incredibly sorry for the loss of Jay. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Cuddy family and all who loved him. With heavy hearts, Brittany and Steven Ferretti
mike sousa says
As I’ve tried writing this over and over I’ve realized there is simply no “perfect” way to write this.
As Jays younger cousin from out West, I will always remember most how he would always treat me like one of his brothers each and every time I saw him from teaching me to skateboard or catching frogs at the Cuddy home. Even when he first met my now Wife, he always treated everyone with the utmost respect and love.
As mentioned perfectly, his wit and humour always made his mark on the moments and memories I, along with many others, will forever cherish.
Hugs and love to all the Cuddy’s, extended family and his friends.
Love,
Mike & Brianna
Heather Blaney says
Our sincere condolences to all of the Cuddy family. We have such fond memories of “Shemp” behind the pipes in our Tottenham hockey days.
Rest easy Jason ❤️
Paul, Heather Jeff (Fungus) & Erin Blaney
Kyle Beattie says
I’m so sorry for your loss. Jay was a close friend and I will miss him dearly. I cherish all the amazing memories we made together.
Barb Savoie says
Our sincere condolences to Kathi , Mike and family
Michael Orilall says
Dearest Mike, Kathi and Family,
I cannot begin to imagine what you are going through. My heart goes out to you, and you are in my thoughts and prayers. May the many happy memories give you some peace and comfort.
Sincerely,
Michael Orilall
Toromont
Peter Shmagola says
Mike and Kathi very sad news of Jason’s passing, my thoughts and prayers go out to you and Kathi and the entire Cuddy family.
Peter S.
Erica Clark says
Words cant begin to express the feelings evoked reading this beautiful yet heart breaking obituary. Please accept my sincerest condolences for your tragic loss
Rita Desanctis says
Mike – my sincere condolences to you and your family. Words can’t express how sorry I am are to hear of your loss. May the beautiful memories of Jay give you some peace and strength.
Jason Boyne says
I just wanted to offer my heartfelt condolences to Jason’s family. When I interviewed him all those years ago I knew right away that he would be a good fit with the team at Goodbye Graffiti. I did not know however how important he would eventually be to our organization. He was extraordinary all the time. We have lost a great teammate and more importantly a friend.
Dee-Dee and Darrin says
My deepest condolences to the entire Cuddy family! Thoughts and prayers are with you all. ❤️
Marc Ronan says
Our sincere condolences to the Mike, Kathi and all the Cuddy family at this very sad time. The Ronan Family
Peter Blake says
Mike – my heart goes out to you and your whole family – I hope the warmth of Jay’s memories live long in all of you.