My friend Jason Lyons-Your Friend Pop Daddy or Low-Key

[Key-note]

Hello everyone,


I wanted to introduce myself. I am a personal good friend and past co-worker to Low-Key, Pop Daddy, or as I called him Jay SUN. Whoever he is to you I can see how much he was loved on these boards and was everyone's friend. Jason talked highly about these boards and would tell me stories about how he would banter with some, cheer others on, and always try to provide laughter. He often tried to bring me to the boards but I never did get around to checking them out, well, until now.

I met Jason years ago when he and I worked together for the Housing Authority in our area and he and I had an instant connection. He realized quickly he did not have to play the "professional" role around me and we became fast friends. We laughed daily. Jason was seriously the funniest person I ever met. A huge flirt with a big heart! And he taught me so much about classic music and lyrics and songs that, through the eyes of Jason, I grew to love. He made all his co-workers laugh and laugh. Everyone loved Jason. He was always so kind and always had a smile on his face. Even during the Cancer SCARE Days. He was the greatest! And let me tell you, if You think he was funny online, he was hilarious in person. He never just sat and told you a story he would get up move around and give you an actual theatrical play by play of events. He would get me laughing so hard I would have tears streaming down my face. When Jason retired, I seriously felt lost in the work place but thankfully we continued our friendship.

I am close with one of Jason’s family members and the morning Jason died, Friday 1/21/2022, she reached out immediately to let me know for she knew how valuable a friend he was to me and wanted me aware he had not made it through the night. I was (and am) devastated, as I know many of you are as well.

Jason had some recent health problems going on and had been hospitalized for a few weeks until his death. Jason was a fighter and he fought as hard as he could in the hospital. After I heard the news, I felt a calling to these boards. The boards he would tell me so much about many years ago. I guess something brought it to mind, maybe Jason himself if you believe in the supernatural and that sort of thing.

I want you all to know how much he loved these boards and all of you. You all were his family. A place he could go to get away, feel safe, and have fun. It has been so heartwarming to read all of your posts and hear your stories. Keep em coming!

In honor of Jason I chose the screen name “Key-Note” not only to match Jason’s “low-key” format, but because in my life he was my “key-note” of laughter and kindness. By definition a keynote is “a prevailing tone or central theme”. When I was having a bad day I would purposely get around Jason or call Jason because I knew he would bring my tears of sadness to tears of laughter. Man, I am going to miss my friend. So many stories I could tell, lol, but from all of your stories I can already see Jason rolling his eyes at this “LONG POST” so I will go for now but want to thank you all for such a community of love. I can see why Jason joined 20some years ago..and stayed. Much love to you all

In tribute to Jason, here is a song I had never heard of and Jason made me sit and listen to it on our lunch break, and when this song was over, I had a new favorite "classic" song..thanks to my friend. I love you, Jay SUN! Until we meet again

 

[CdnCarrie]

Sorry on the loss of your good friend Jason.

 

[Pea-n-Me]

Welcome to the boards, and thanks for your insights into Jason outside of this place.
We’re all so sorry for your - his friends and family’s— loss, and ours here as well.

 

[Breezy_Carol]

Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts with us. Jason will be missed by many, but especially by you.

Don't be a stranger. Come back to visit.

 

[TB'sWidow]

Hello everyone,


I wanted to introduce myself. I am a personal good friend and past co-worker to Low-Key, Pop Daddy, or as I called him Jay SUN. Whoever he is to you I can see how much he was loved on these boards and was everyone's friend. Jason talked highly about these boards and would tell me stories about how he would banter with some, cheer others on, and always try to provide laughter. He often tried to bring me to the boards but I never did get around to checking them out, well, until now.
I met Jason years ago when he and I worked together for the Housing Authority in our area and he and I had an instant connection. He realized quickly he did not have to play the "professional" role around me and we became fast friends. We laughed daily. Jason was seriously the funniest person I ever met. A huge flirt with a big heart! And he taught me so much about classic music and lyrics and songs that, through the eyes of Jason, I grew to love. He made all his co-workers laugh and laugh. Everyone loved Jason. He was always so kind and always had a smile on his face. Even during the Cancer SCARE Days. He was the greatest! And let me tell you, if You think he was funny online, he was hilarious in person. He never just sat and told you a story he would get up move around and give you an actual theatrical play by play of events. He would get me laughing so hard I would have tears streaming down my face. When Jason retired, I seriously felt lost in the work place but thankfully we continued our friendship.

I am close with one of Jason’s family members and the morning Jason died she reached out immediately to let me know for she knew how valuable a friend he was to me and wanted me aware he had not made it through the night. I was (and am) devastated, as I know many of you are as well.

Jason had some recent health problems going on and had been hospitalized for a few weeks until his death. Jason was a fighter and he fought as hard as he could in the hospital. After I heard the news, I felt a calling to these boards. The boards he would tell me so much about many years ago. I guess something brought it to mind, I heard a calling if you will, maybe Jason himself if you believe in the supernatural and that sort of thing.

I want you all to know how much he loved these boards and all of you. You all were his family. A place he could go to get away, feel safe, and have fun. It has been so heartwarming to read all of your posts and hear your stories. Keep em coming!

In honor of Jason I used the screen name “Key-Note” not only to match Jason’s “low-key” format, but because in my life he was my “key-note” of laughter and kindness. By definition a keynote is “a prevailing tone or central theme”. When I was having a bad day I would purposely get around Jason or call Jason because I knew he would bring my tears of sadness to tears of laughter. Man, I am going to miss my friend. So many stories I could tell, lol, but from all of your stories I can already see Jason rolling his eyes at this “LONG POST” so I will go for now but want to thank you all for such a community of love. I can see why Jason joined 20some years ago..and stayed. Much love to you all

In tribute to Jason, here is a song I had never heard of and Jason made me sit and listen to it on our lunch break, and when I was over I had a new favorite song..thanks to my friend. I love you, Jay SUN! Until we meet again

welcome to the boards !!! So very sorry for your loss I’m sad for us here too who always enjoyed Jason aka lowkey / pop daddy interactions on the dis

 

[PollyannaMom]

Welcome to the boards, and I'm sorry it's under such sad circumstances. Thank you so much for sharing your memories with us, and I hope our memories comfort you as well.

 

[Kittyblue]

I’m so glad you came. I believe with all my heart he led you here.

 

[maxaroni]

So sorry for your loss of such a dear friend. He truly made a mark in this world and left this world leaving so many people loving him.

(((HUGS)))

 

[slo]

Welcome to The DIS and thank you very much for posting about Jason. Your words make us feel even closer to him. You sound like a wonderful friend to him and now you are a wonderful friend to all of us.

 

[Key-note]

Welcome to The DIS and thank you very much for posting about Jason. Your words make us feel even closer to him. You sound like a wonderful friend to him and now you are a wonderful friend to all of us.

Thank you ❤❤

 

[Key-note]

I’m so glad you came. I believe with all my heart he led you here.

I am so glad to be here and have no doubt he led me here ❤

 

[moniqueand2]

Welcome Key-note! Thank you for sharing a part of Jason's life with us. Yeah, I'll bet he was funny in person! I am glad he got to retire for a bit before his passing. But I remember him posting about retirement and how he admitted he would miss his workplace though.

I hope you enjoy posting here.

 

[WDWEPCOT]

Thank You for your wonderful post about your friend - yes we will all miss him and cherished him - he was truly one of a kind - again I’m in tears

 

[JaxDad]

Thanks @Key-note. I was struck by your supernatural comment. I posted a “Has anyone heard from low-key” thread yesterday morning. I didn’t have any kind of special relationship with Jason, other than really enjoying his posts and sharing a history of military service. I had never met him or even PM’d him. But something made me think of him on Friday. It was kind of weird. I later looked for posts from him and finally searched his history to see he hadn’t posted since mid-December. I couldn’t stop thinking of him, so I posted my thread. It’s not something I do much here. I’m more of a drive-by poster on other people’s threads, trying to help with travel info or to get a few laughs. When I heard he had passed, it hit me pretty hard. I’m both deeply saddened and a little bit spooked. You coming here to help connect us to the rest of Jason’s life has been nice—still really freaking sad, but in a good healthy way. Thanks again.

 

[Key-note]

Thanks @Key-note. I was struck by your supernatural comment. I posted a “Has anyone heard from low-key” thread yesterday morning. I didn’t have any kind of special relationship with Jason, other than really enjoying his posts and sharing a history of military service. I had never met him or even PM’d him. But something made me think of him on Friday. It was kind of weird. I later looked for posts from him and finally searched his history to see he hadn’t posted since mid-December. I couldn’t stop thinking of him, so I posted my thread. It’s not something I do much here. I’m more of a drive-by poster on other people’s threads, trying to help with travel info or to get a few laughs. When I heard he had passed, it hit me pretty hard. I’m both deeply saddened and a little bit spooked. You coming here to help connect us to the rest of Jason’s life has been nice—still really freaking sad, but in a good healthy way. Thanks again.

Thank you ❤

 

[flyingdumbo127]

Welcome, Key-note and a hug of condolence to you as well. ITA with what Kittyblue said. I didn't know Jason the way you certainly did or even others of you here on the Dis, did. I always was grateful for his upbeat and positive spirit. He came across as most sincere and doing all he could do infuse the Disboards with kind and fun cheer. I clearly got that he cared. Thank you (and everyone) for sharing your memories.

I posted in another thread that I do remember each year in a Christmas carol thread, Jason always liked that I shared my preferences are for traditional hymns. IIRC, he also liked some older TV shows that I did as well.

peace extra to each of you!

 

[LoveSpringsteen]

I'm sorry for your loss of your dear friend @Key-note. May we all be blessed in life with such as friendship as you and Jason had. May he rest in peace. My condolences to all of his friends and family members.

 

[fly girl]

@Key-note, I am so glad he led you here. I loved reading your story, made me smile that you had such a beautiful friendship. I am so sorry for your loss.

Although I only communicated with him on the boards (particularly with song and Vegas threads) he brought an extra spark of happiness. You could tell he was genuine. Reading your post just solidified it!

I hope you stay around.

 

[Meriweather]

So glad you posted to tell us about your friend.
So sorry for your loss.

 

[anniemae]

So sorry for your loss, sounds like he was a really good friend. He certainly made an impact on those around him, both in real life and here on the boards. He will be greatly missed.