Jay Wesley Strawn

October 11, 1957 - March 31, 2025

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The Heritage House

109 North Ave N

Post, Texas 79356

8064954148 |

Friday 4/4, 6:00 pm

Lake Ridge Chapel and Memorial Designers

6025 82nd Street

Lubbock, TX 79424

Saturday 4/5, 10:00 am

Jay Wesley Strawn, age 68, passed away peacefully March 31st, 2025, surrounded by family and friends that deeply loved him. He was born October 11th, 1957, in Abilene, Texas, to Jim and Bessie Strawn, who preceded him in death. Jay moved to Post, Texas, in 1968, where he met his Jr. High sweetheart, Susan Jackson. They married on August 5, 1977, with Susan’s parents, Bo and Marita Jackson, giving strict instructions “this isn’t a Sears and Roebuck. There are no returns!” They were married for 48 years. They have 3 children: Jennifer Strawn, Waylon Strawn and MJ Phillips, and Lyndee Ayala and husband Ben Ayala. They are very proud of their 5 grandchildren: Jared Strawn, Addison and Benjamin Ayala, and Oakley and Phoenix Strawn-Cash.

Jay was a loving, dedicated, and hardworking individual who always put the needs of others ahead of his own. In Acts 20:35 Lord Jesus himself said: “It is more blessed to give than to receive.” Jay truly knew that and lived by it. His generosity knew no bounds, and he would give the shirt off his back wanting nothing in return. He was a devoted, dependable father who took pride in loving and providing more than enough for his children.

Jay was well known for his trucking business, Strawn Transport and Acid Company. He started working for his dad, Jim Strawn, in his early teens. Eventually, he bought Strawn Transport from his dad and continued growing a successful business. As much as he loved Strawn Transport, his true love was serving his employees and customers.

Jay was a supporter of the Post Animal Shelter, Trooper Jonathan McDonald Memorial, and all of the grandkid’s fundraisers.

Jay is survived by his sisters: MaryAnn Gordon and Jackie, Nancy Hoffman and Rick, and Carolyn Hair and Donnie. He is a proud uncle to many nieces and nephews.

Funeral service will be held at 6025 82nd Street, Lubbock, Texas 79424 (Lake Ridge Chapel and Memorial) on Saturday, April 5th, 2025, at 10:00am.

A visitation will be held at 109 North Ave N, Post, Texas 79356 (The Heritage House) on Friday, April 4th, 2025, at 6:00pm-7:00pm.

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You and your family are in our thoughts during this difficult time.

So Sorry to hear of Jay's passing and we send out prayers and thought to you and the family.

You and your family are in our thoughts during this difficult time.

Prayers to the family now and for the days ahead !

Every now and then when I would go out to the office we would go get a coke, or he would give me a hard time about something. He always had a smile on his face. My dad and Jay were really good friends between work and some play it seemed like they where always together in person or on the phone . He will be greatly missed. Love and prayer to you all! The Monks

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Wishing you peace and comfort during this challenging time. Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Susan and family, Please accept my deepest sympathies. Know that his legacy of love and compassion will continue to inspire and uplift those who were touched by his presence. Keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers, Margaret C.

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Very sorry for your loss. Jay was a great guy. I am left with wonderful memories to remember, especially days in band and high school.

We pray for comfort for all of you. Jay was a kind person and a dear friend and classmate. Rest in Peace Jay. Brent and Jenny

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Jay, you’re a good man with a kind heart. I’m glad I knew you and I’m blessed to have Jen in my life and as my friend. Bless this family 🙏🏽

Jay will be missed. I will miss Jay. Reflecting back or all the times we spent in church sometimes listening and sometimes not. But, always building a friendship that I will always cherished. Jay comes from such good stock. Jim and Bessie made such a huge impact on my life. And Jay took Jim’s Demeanor and kindness right on into the next generation. Fair well my friend and thanks for all the blessing you left behind on this world.

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Jay was always faithful to his family. We all love him and will miss him terribly.

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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.

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