Jason was born October 19, 1975, in Carbondale, IL, the son of Larry Joe and Cathy (Rollo) Earnhart. He married Nicole Neighbors on October 31, 2000, in Springfield.
Jason grew up in Jonesboro, IL, and moved to Springfield with Nikki in 1997. He was employed as an IT Specialist for Andrews Engineering for many years and previously worked at Novanis for eleven years. Jason was an amateur storm-chaser, enjoyed playing computer games, and spending time with his wife and the cats.
He was preceded in death by his father, Larry Earnhart.
Jason is survived by his wife, Nikki of Springfield; mother, Cathy Earnhart of Murphysboro; siblings, Nathan (wife, April) Earnhart of Benton and Lara Earnhart of Karnak; nephews, Jackson Earnhart and Drake Bible; mother-in-law, Vicki Bible; and his beloved cats, Stitch, Dexter, and River.
Cremation was provided by Butler Cremation Tribute Center.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Forever Home Feline Ranch, P.O. Box 9740, Springfield, IL 62791.
The family is being served by Butler Funeral Home-Springfield, 900 S. 6th St., Springfield, IL.
