I spent much time working with Jared in the last year & change that he was with us. He was one of the most fun & knowledgeable co-workers I've ever had. He could rattle off so much in-depth info off the top of his head, & provide historical context to what we were doing. He was also able to provide push-back when our partners on the project were being unreasonable. And they would listen.

 We had many conversations on a wide variety of topics. I valued his opinions, & he made me feel like he valued mine. I could ask his advice about home ownership, car maintenance, or any number of subjects; he never steered me wrong.  

When my nephew got into Nerf guns, he gave me a full breakdown on the different types of guns, info on the one my nephew wanted, & suggestions on which ones were age-appropriate. When he saw me cutting up a straw before throwing it away, he realized without me explaining that I was doing it to help sea turtles. I could tell him about some weird thing my fiancee & I did, & he wouldn't judge us, like naming all our plants & not wanting to get a huge TV because it would block their sunlight. Once, we found a cricket in the office. He asked what I wanted to do with it, & he didn't balk when I requested that he let it live & take it outside. He told me stories about Jennifer, his kids, & various other family members, & his love for them was palpable. We bonded over being dog people. We had an on-going fake argument over whether Pluto was a planet or not (we agreed that it is; this was our fake argument because we usually agreed about most things). He had a way of cracking jokes & picking on you, while avoiding crossing the line into being hurtful. 

I could go on & on with memories of Jared, but what I want to convey is that I miss him sorely. Jennifer, Camryn, Blake, & Ashley, I feel like I know you even though we've never met. I know my pain over his loss pales in comparison to yours. My heart goes out to you all, daily. 

Luffman Family,

We heard the sad news late this evening. We send our deepest condolences for this tragedy.  Jared was so fun to talk with at our scouting events and activities around town.  He was always lighthearted and so very loving of Jennifer and the kids.  He is missed. Please call or text if you need anything at any time.

With sympathy,
The Gentili Family

Jared was a loving husband & daddy, loyal friend, and troubleshooting whiz. He was always willing to jump in & help out wherever it was needed. One day, it might be fixing the must have warm, wine cooler or noisy, overflow fridge before a soon-to-be 50th birthday party. Another day, he might be assisting with a fantastic 4th of July firework display or making a homemade pinata beam for the kids to enjoy. And of course, more memorable ones for many were the competitive yard games with the littles or hilarious, detailed Telestration sketches among adults. His quick wit & devious smile could often liven any room and/or mood. May he rest in peace, keeping watch as our guardian angel above, hopefully knowing how many lives he positively touched in his short time here on Earth.💖

OBITUARY

Jared Michael Luffman

20 June, 1980 – 28 November, 2021

Mullins & Thompson Funeral Service

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