Charles Jacob Bistrong (Jake), age 26, passed away peacefully June 8, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. Born in Cincinnati, OH, he was raised in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL. His optimism, love, humor, passion, and strong friendships will forever live on for his beloved family and many, many friends.

If you knew Jake, you knew his passion for life was unrivaled. His most recent project, Red Line, would have been Jake’s writing and directorial debut.

His life for the past year was Red Line and it was almost finished. The film, based on Jake’s own experience, is a true story about a subway commuter who tries to avoid unwanted attention and, in doing so, fails to notice a dying homeless man right beside him. The production of the nearly completed film will continue. We hope that Red Line will be Jake’s legacy. Those who choose to give a gift to honor Jake are asked to make a contribution here. His talent was boundless and he will be missed sorely. Let’s help Jake live forever through his first and only film.