About This Memory Space
This page was created for Jason L. Estridge's family and friends as a place to remember them, to share stories, and to keep their memory close in everyday life.
It is cared for and added to over time by the people who knew them, and everyone is invited to contribute, whether that is a story, a photo, a few words, or a simple note.
Many families visit places like this not just once, but again and again, especially on quiet days or meaningful anniversaries. This page is here for those moments, wherever you are.
A place to return to when you want to feel close again, to remember a moment, or to leave a few words for others to read. Over time, it grows through the voices of everyone who knew and loved them.
Light a Candle Growing
Light a candle to honor Jason L. Estridge's memory. Each lighting keeps their memory burning bright for 23 hours.
Candle lit burns 23 hours. Come back and light it again after 23 hours to keep the memory burning.
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Memory Wall Growing
Stories, photos, and memories shared by people who knew Jason L. Estridge. This is the heart of this space—a collection that grows as more people contribute.
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Life & Legacy
Jason L. Estridge carved a path defined by fierce competitiveness, unwavering bravery, and a heartfelt commitment to those he held dear, leaving an indelible mark on his community through athletic triumphs, military valor, and family devotion.
From his early days in Indianapolis, Jason blossomed into a spirited young man fueled by a love for competition. His high school years at Bishop Chatard shone brightly with football and hockey prowess, where he etched his name in history by setting a state scoring record. Graduating in 1994, he channeled that drive into military service, deploying to Iraq and Afghanistan with the elite Indiana LRS 151st Airborne Ranger Company. Rising to Staff Sergeant, he earned a Purple Heart, a Bronze Star, and numerous commendations for his courage. Returning home, Jason embraced a serene rhythm of family outings, ice rink skirmishes, fishing trips alongside his father, and a bold pivot into the electrical trade, earning an associate's degree cum laude from Vincennes University in 2024 before mastering his journeyman certification.
Jason's professional journey reflected his discipline and adaptability. His exemplary service in the U.S. Army, culminating in retirement as a decorated Staff Sergeant with the 151st Airborne Ranger Company, showcased leadership under fire. Transitioning to civilian life, he excelled in electrical work, graduating with honors from Vincennes University and completing his journeyman program, all while laying groundwork for his own business venture.
Photos of Life
Family & Loved Ones
Jason poured his energy into nurturing profound connections, from tender moments with his fiancé Britney Decker to guiding his seven children—Morgan Froehlke, Alexis Cottingham, Makaley, Kyley, Eleanor, Ezekiel, and Emelia Estridge—with the same intensity he brought to the battlefield. His parents Lisa and Mark Willingham, along with Keith Estridge, remained pillars of his world, often joining him for fishing escapes that strengthened their bonds. Siblings Jaime and Caitlin Estridge, Matthew and Connor Willingham, rounded out a tight-knit circle where laughter and support flowed freely. Though he mourned the loss of grandparents John and Geraldine Willis, as well as Hilda and Zach Estridge, Jason's home was a haven of shared joys and steadfast loyalty.
Remembered by Friends & Family
Tributes from across Jason's circles capture a man whose competitive fire and gentle family spirit inspired unwavering admiration, with many recalling his battlefield heroism alongside everyday joys like rink rivalries and rod-and-reel outings.
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