To many, he was known as Big Jess.

To me, my brother AJ, and his youngest son Benny, he was simply Dad.

Big Jess had a way of filling up a room—sometimes with laughter, sometimes with opinions, and always with love. He was the kind of man who could make you laugh even when you didn’t want to, and who showed up for his family and friends in the ways that mattered most. If you knew him, you probably have a story that still makes you smile or shake your head and say, “That was so Big Jess.”

Our father passed away suddenly on Friday, December 12th, and while nothing can prepare you for losing someone you love, we were especially unprepared for the expenses that come with funeral services and final arrangements.

We are raising funds to help cover these costs and to ensure that Jesse “Big Jess” is laid to rest with the dignity, love, and respect he truly deserves. Any contribution—big or small—means more to us than we can put into words, and even sharing this page helps.

Thank you for supporting our family during this difficult time, for the love you’ve shown, and for helping us honor a man who meant so much to so many.

With gratitude,

The Family of Big Jess ❤️