tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-868710073251050332.post564947623818621797..comments2023-10-29T10:40:05.820-06:00Comments on Adventures & Misadventures of Daily Living: A Message from Jason's DadTeachinfourthhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01624243991120542485noreply@blogger.comBlogger29125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-868710073251050332.post-83716161191967880732016-06-27T14:07:14.700-06:002016-06-27T14:07:14.700-06:00Jason was brought back to mind today as his Pinter...Jason was brought back to mind today as his Pinterest feed popped up in my feed as a suggestion to follow. I came here again just to check in. I was shocked by Jason's death and all the news the preceded it, but even though I never knew him other than through this blog, somehow I knew it couldn't be true. He was so talented and I believe very kind-hearted. I so wish he could have held on. I lost both my parents last year and I often think about old friends they are meeting and even new ones. Maybe they've crossed paths with Jason. :) Grief is a long journey. One that is often misunderstood by those who haven't lost someone close to them. I pray you will find the peace that only Jesus can provide. God bless you and keep you.Stephani Cochranhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11454344843360038702noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-868710073251050332.post-28074440416298929712015-11-19T11:35:27.525-07:002015-11-19T11:35:27.525-07:00Thought of you today, Jason, especially as my son,...Thought of you today, Jason, especially as my son, another "Elder Zimmerman" will be serving his mission for the Church and I hope that he can bring as much joy to the families he serves as you did when you passed through Missouri. Wow, I miss you. I can't even begin to imagine what it must be like for your parents or those that were closer to you later in life. God bless you, your family, and friends. Love and miss you. "Uncle" ShaunShaun Zimmermanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06400893531509898830noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-868710073251050332.post-8802818394459730652014-11-03T23:34:45.137-07:002014-11-03T23:34:45.137-07:00I remember Mr. Z from sunset view elementary. No h...I remember Mr. Z from sunset view elementary. No he wasn't my teacher, but he was still a good teacher, well liked & Respected. Some of my friends were in his class & loved him. My teacher Mr. Bingham copied Mr. Zs techniques I could only imagen how much more Mr. Z pulled it off... I still have a hard time believing he's goneTrae Fish https://www.blogger.com/profile/09322244652729977385noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-868710073251050332.post-84475230985699947002014-10-31T20:25:32.352-06:002014-10-31T20:25:32.352-06:00Hi my name is Trae Messenger. I first met Mr.Z at...Hi my name is Trae Messenger. I first met Mr.Z at sunset view elementary when I first moved to Northern Utah in spring 2006. I was never in his class, back then he taught 6th grade. I was in Miss Luke's class which shortly became Mr. Binghams due to teacher accusation stuff. I don't remember a lot about him but he was well liked & seemed like a nice guy. He was tough & strict but fun. I remember my friends having to do push ups if they acted up. I was present the day he won the best teacher award & a big check, he deserved it! He could hardly keep a straight face that day. When my friend Seven told me the news I had to see for myself... My reaction "no way". Thanks for the follow up on the probe thing with Mr.Z now I no longer have to wonder what the forensic lab came up with. Too bad his reputation got ruined. I wish I would've saw him in 2009 when I visited Mrs Nicol's after she moved to Amelia. I didn't know he automatically lost his teaching job when the investigation came up strong summer 2012, or possibly I forgot? I agree with Mr.Zs words above & sorry he felt so doomed. I believe I'll get to see him again in Paradise, during ressurection of the dead. Right now I believe he's conscious of nothing, as if he's simply asleep. 144,000 anointed go to heaven, majority stay on the earth and have ressurection ahead of them. I know everyone misses Mr. Z for now we can only remember the good he did. As far as his family goes I'm really sorry for your loss. I'm impressed he was photographer, I took photography in 12th grade it was fun & its a talent. That's all I got on Mr. Z. Trae Fish https://www.blogger.com/profile/09322244652729977385noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-868710073251050332.post-59074585788226266262014-01-04T21:35:25.189-07:002014-01-04T21:35:25.189-07:00Thank you for sharing and updating! Hope only the ...Thank you for sharing and updating! Hope only the best for you as Jason's family and look forward to seeing Jason at an unknown time in the future!Trevor Holms Petersenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13998737009226240414noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-868710073251050332.post-7142997327070379412013-10-24T19:56:39.092-06:002013-10-24T19:56:39.092-06:00I don't know why I happened to think of Jason ...I don't know why I happened to think of Jason today, but was shocked to learn of our loss to the teaching profession. I sat next to Jason on a bus ride during our trip to LA to receive the Milken Educator Award. During such a short time, his enthusiasm and passion were evident. His dynamic personality must have been such a draw to his students. I am so saddened to learn of his death.Mrs M.https://www.blogger.com/profile/00590652946986680954noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-868710073251050332.post-91366640477512457242013-10-10T06:56:17.700-06:002013-10-10T06:56:17.700-06:00My husband was one of Jason's roommates and I ...My husband was one of Jason's roommates and I always admired him. I remember a fantastic gospel doctrine lesson he gave once and was so inspired by his blog. He was always uplifting everyone, and made my day with his compliments and kindness. Even though I wasn't a close friend, I was devastated by his death and the allegations against him. I know someone else who underwent a similar process through police investigation of child pornograpy and suffered innocently from false prosecution. I wish Jason could have know that he was not alone in this. I also wish Jason could have known that he was loved and believed in, and that even had allegations been true, his friends would yet uphold and love him. <br />Thank you for clearing his name. Looking forward to some more great gospel doctrine lessons from Jason in the life to come. Valeriehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07926668325122348543noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-868710073251050332.post-39334645184577228062013-09-05T16:07:33.185-06:002013-09-05T16:07:33.185-06:00It's so heartbreaking. I only knew him through...It's so heartbreaking. I only knew him through blogging, but his love for teaching was evident. It's such a tragedy. My deepest sympathies go out to you all.imbeingheldhostagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00771374087307254969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-868710073251050332.post-61288362780903477682013-08-28T19:41:28.028-06:002013-08-28T19:41:28.028-06:00I think the world of Jason... It is still difficul...I think the world of Jason... It is still difficult - no - impossible - to find words to do justice. My husband turned on the song "For Good" a few days ago. I just sat there with him, mesmerized... emotional... I told him, "EVERY TIME I hear this song, I THINK OF JASON." I still get teary eyed. I still choke. Jason IS a part of me. A BIG part of me. And it is a part that I very much love. He IS a VERY GOOD PERSON. And will always mean the world to me. <br />Hugs to you both, George and Patsy...<br />Corine Moorehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05353150427363546277noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-868710073251050332.post-78897538867382430042013-08-28T19:34:28.248-06:002013-08-28T19:34:28.248-06:00I know how it is to deal with depression and how d...I know how it is to deal with depression and how dark things can feel. What I have learned about Jason even though I never knew him personally was that he was man of integrity and very caring. I can't imagine what he went through related to the allegations but I wish he were still here. Your right he is teaching on the other side and is now very happy.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02498449535511723826noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-868710073251050332.post-4144547065559172112013-08-13T10:50:03.378-06:002013-08-13T10:50:03.378-06:00Thank you.Thank you.Gilbert Gardenerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15445399637748163191noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-868710073251050332.post-63749255408838958482013-08-12T16:51:01.412-06:002013-08-12T16:51:01.412-06:00Thank you so much for clearing out the investigati...Thank you so much for clearing out the investigation on Jason. I did not know him personally but know several of his friends who verify he was a man of integrity. His assassination by the local press and community gossip was most disturbing. <br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01153278150125054927noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-868710073251050332.post-73362975740641878262013-08-11T20:36:07.420-06:002013-08-11T20:36:07.420-06:00It is serendipitous that you shared this as I thou...It is serendipitous that you shared this as I thought of Jason today before I stood up to teach a group of children. I thought, "I need to captivate these kids like Jason could; to catch their attention. He was so good at that."<br />I taught with Jason for three years at Amelia. Since his death I have often regretted I didn't have the chance to tell him that I would have believed him. That accusations true or not, it would never change my mind about his goodness. <br />What I admired most about Jason as a teacher was his ability to make each child feel like a million bucks. No matter his mood, or how he felt, his teacher persona was flawless to his students.<br />My prayers and thoughts are with Jason and your family.<br />God Bless.<br />-Emily Earlemilyaearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08178248981217673528noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-868710073251050332.post-88762707620965122662013-08-11T17:45:25.432-06:002013-08-11T17:45:25.432-06:00There is not a day that goes by that I don't t...There is not a day that goes by that I don't think of Jason. My questions of "Why?" scream out - not to him but to law and news agencies that are quick to destroy and slow to retract and rebuild. As in the first moments, my heart goes his family, who he loved very much. Thank you for having the courage to post your thoughts. He felt everything so deeply and lived his life with that mantra. I have spend many life altering moments with Jason. His was always the last face I saw as I went off on my many adventures. And his voice was always the reassurance to remind me of my greatness as a daughter of God. It seemed I had to say goodbye far too often - once again I make the promise I made so often - no matter where we are carried, our friendship remains true. You are right here with me Jason - and I'm right there with you. - Love Forever - Tamy MahoneyAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02946552516842801435noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-868710073251050332.post-80215336546504687972013-08-11T15:45:39.997-06:002013-08-11T15:45:39.997-06:00This week has been hard leading up to today. My t...This week has been hard leading up to today. My thoughts and feelings are too personal to express here but I wanted Jason's family to know that he is so loved and missed..... <br /><br />Looking back almost daily I have wished so badly that Jason had known how loved he is and how terribly missed he'd be. His spot at our family events, empty. His chair, his time, his music, his presence..... oh what a hole you've left........<br /><br />Love,<br />The Rubow FamilyRachelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04904348716444211746noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-868710073251050332.post-17502043227893875172013-08-11T14:13:56.380-06:002013-08-11T14:13:56.380-06:00Thank you so much for sharing this. I think about ...Thank you so much for sharing this. I think about Jason every day and still miss him so much. I can't imagine how hard it has been for all of you. But know there were plenty of people who would have stood by Jason through anything and everything. He is a good man. And he is still loved.Karen M. Petersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06972093977468313631noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-868710073251050332.post-40818969050261605182013-08-11T13:58:46.665-06:002013-08-11T13:58:46.665-06:00I'm heartbroken to learn of Jason's death....I'm heartbroken to learn of Jason's death. I'll share my story of why I became a reader in hopes that it will bring comfort to his close friends and family. I'm sure they already know how amazing he was, but each story is another life he positively influenced, another branch of him that has rippled through the world and lives on. <br /><br />I came to his blog quite by chance. Stumbleupon to be exact. I had roamed many a blog,but there was something about this blog that made me stop and read. And read. And read. I stayed up for hours reading hilarious Joey antics, posts about teaching with compassion and purpose, posts with striking pictures and thoughtful insights. I would continue to come back periodically and binge-read to see what Jason was up to. Coming here fueled my motivation to go out in the world and do good. It is rare to find a person who can so vastly change the perspectives of so many people to show that despite the heartaches of life, the disappointments, the struggles, that it is the people in our lives who make life good. Jason's legacy is a bright thread in the fabric of humanity that is woven in to the lives of those who have been forever changed because they were lucky enough to be a part of his life. I'll hold tight to that brightness and goodness that Jason left with me and make sure to pass it on to others. Carhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02861152575476012945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-868710073251050332.post-8592553183361180162013-08-11T10:47:41.298-06:002013-08-11T10:47:41.298-06:00Thank you for your post. My thoughts and prayers a...Thank you for your post. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Today is definitely a marker of the grief of a year. A year ago my heart was broken and my life was turned upside down and inside out. I miss Jason every single day. He was my best friend, I loved him, and his parting left a huge hole in my life. But he is with me still from time to time. I am who I am in large part because of his influence on my life. I will never again assume that I have more time with someone - I will always try to treasure every moment with my loved ones.A Larkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12452264285834263886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-868710073251050332.post-25605388629232479222013-08-11T10:14:45.626-06:002013-08-11T10:14:45.626-06:00Thank you so much for sharing. Jason was an amazin...Thank you so much for sharing. Jason was an amazing man and I owe him so much. He literally saved my life and my relationship with my own father. I love and miss him everyday. Jason I am sorry I wasn't there for you when you needed it. I can't wait til I get to see you face to face again. I love you bro.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04210920502069055037noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-868710073251050332.post-58272003213293865382013-08-11T10:09:49.227-06:002013-08-11T10:09:49.227-06:00'...you knew that with a little love it would ...'...you knew that with a little love it would make a difference.We need to do the same with people around us. That doesn't mean we should do what they are doing and it doesn't mean that the bad things they do are okay, but we need to be patient with them. You never know when someone will suddenly feel that they want to change and be a better person. As a teacher I try to see the best in the kids who come into my classroom each year but at times it gets hard...you wonder just what will happen to some of the students who are making the bad choices and can only hope for the best...The good part is knowing that you tried and now the rest is up to them. You know, someone may forget what you told them, but they will always remember how you treated them and how they felt around you.' <br /><br />This is directly from an email I received from Jason Zimmerman in 2005. He always new how to comfort me when I was unsure and worried. I miss him with all my heart and still think about him everyday. Like Jason said, someone may forget what you told them but they will always remember how you treated them and how they felt around you. I will never forget the influence and love I felt from the greatest teacher and friend. Not only was I inspired to be a photographer like him but I have also been motivated to be a good person. I believed in him, loved him and I know he knows that. Jane Merritthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07711697952098697053noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-868710073251050332.post-30757884786954463422013-08-11T09:55:47.159-06:002013-08-11T09:55:47.159-06:00Thank you for raising such an incredible son! He w...Thank you for raising such an incredible son! He will forever and always hold a special place in my heart. I miss him so much! As I walk the halls of Amelia Earhart daily, I can picture him walking those same halls, constantly being stopped by both students and teachers--always taking time for everyone and always having a smile and something witty to say. I often hear students still talk of him. Even though they weren't old enough to be in his class, they remember when he did morning announcements or when he'd joke around with them in the hall. He truly was loved by all! I hope he knew that. And I hope he knows he's still loved by all and he will never be forgotten.Carihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14088250453390627338noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-868710073251050332.post-80106555405363248602013-08-11T09:53:14.952-06:002013-08-11T09:53:14.952-06:00I still think about Jason a lot. I remember, and t...I still think about Jason a lot. I remember, and treasure, the comments on my blog and the emails he sent me. I remember the words of encouragement and I still use the music he sent me in my classroom. I think if them as "Jason songs" and smile when I hear them. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-868710073251050332.post-53644742995007540382013-08-11T09:51:23.873-06:002013-08-11T09:51:23.873-06:00Thank you for sharing with us. Jason literally sav...Thank you for sharing with us. Jason literally saved my life and my relationship with my own father. I am eternally grateful for what he did. I love him so much and miss him everyday. Jason I am sorry I wasn't there for you when you needed it. I can't wait to see you face to face again. I love you bro. Joshhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07589039169650056506noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-868710073251050332.post-68029902895441382042013-08-11T09:34:48.765-06:002013-08-11T09:34:48.765-06:00Reading about his last thoughts and feelings break...Reading about his last thoughts and feelings breaks my heart. I tried desperately to speak to him those last few days. I knew something was wrong and I wish he would have let me in. He is missed on a daily basis.Marchttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03249162828034868824noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-868710073251050332.post-50382423125659266262013-08-11T09:10:37.472-06:002013-08-11T09:10:37.472-06:00I miss Jason. He was a good friend many a time I ...I miss Jason. He was a good friend many a time I needed one. He was a good friend to our family. And I was grateful for the opportunity to get to know his family as well. Thank you for this message. It cannot be said in words how he touched our lives. But it is in my heart and I know he can feel that love and gratitude now.Karahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06154807178850136731noreply@blogger.com