Fourteenth Generation

1158. Jason William PUCKETT¹⁴⁵⁶ was born on 29 March 1974 in Swift Current, Saskatchewan, Canada.⁴⁸⁷¹ He died of Esophageal Cancer on 10 December 2015 at the age of 41 in Yorkton, SK, Canada.⁴⁸⁷¹ Jason William Puckett
Born: March 29, 1974
Died: December 10, 2015
 
Jason William Puckett was born March 29, 1974 in SwiftCurrent, SK. He
passed away peacefully December 10, 2015 at his home inYorkton, SK
surrounded by his loving wife, Shelly (Dodds) Puckett,his adoring children,
Ainsly (11) and Jack (9) as well as many other familymembers.
 
Jason was not known for losing battles. Animals and fishsuch as the
Diefenbaker walleye, the southern Saskatchewan mule deer,the northern white
tail, elk, moose and the black bear know this fact alltoo well. In his 41
years Jason didn’t lose many battles of wit, he didn’tlose many late night
card or Risk games and he didn’t lose out on finding truelove. In true
style Jason didn’t lose his battle with esophagealcancer. He fought hard;
he battled with brute strength and fierce stubbornness.When Jason left this
earth to complete the remainder of his journey, thefamily of Jason William
Puckett do not feel Jason lost anything. In fact we allknow Jason had a
lifetime of wins. He had a life full of accomplishments.
 
Jason was raised in Vanguard, SK, by proud parents Roband Bev (Houghton)
Puckett. I am sure looking back they had no idea theadventure they had
embarked on when Jason arrived. A beautiful bouncing ninepound baby boy
with blond curls and blue eyes that sparkled withmischief. Jason was
fortunate to have his sister, Brenda (Puckett) Wilson.The Puckett family
instilled in Jason a love of summers at the lake whichJason continued to
share with all of our families.
 
Jason attended Vanguard Elementary, Vanguard C.H. PeartHigh School and
Swift Current Comprehensive High School. Younger years inVanguard were
filled with baseball, hockey, catching fish in the creek,hunting pheasants,
riding bikes all over town and buying treats at GuySeto’s corner store.
Jason was known as a pool and rink rat and was likelykicked out of both a
time or two! Small town life suited Jason just fine –fresh air, wide open
space, wildlife and making life- long friends with otherkids lucky enough
to call Vanguard home.
 
One of Jason’s biggest passions was playing hockey. Inthe early years Jason
played on whatever team Vanguard or the Vanguard areacould pull together.
Quite often Jason was asked to play with the older agegroup due to his
skill, determination and hard work. As Jason got olderhis hockey playing
moved to Swift Current where he played on numerous Repteams. There was more
than one winter where Jason was billeted in Swift Currentas he played.
Jason had numerous coaches and forged many friendshipsthrough his hockey
playing days. The second passion that Jason developed inhigh school was a
love for Shelly. Shelly and Jason began their lifelongromance while in high
school.
 
After graduating high school Jason worked with SageDrilling and managed Jay
Dee Equipment. Jason attended Lethbridge CommunityCollege 1997 – 2001 where
he completed Renewable Resource Management Diploma and anApplied Degree in
Fish and Wildlife Technology. In 2002 Jason started hiscareer working with
the Sask Watershed Authority in Yorkton. Talk aboutturning your passions
into your career! Take this lesson from Jason and find acareer that you
love.
 
Jason and Shelly were married on June 2, 2001. There wereno truer words
spoken than a portion of the vows they shared on theirwedding day –“I
choose you to be my wife/husband, my partner in life andmy one true love. I
cherish our friendship and promise to love you today,tomorrow and forever.
I promise to give you my strength to help us grow in goodtimes and in bad;
to care for you in sickness and health; to respect ourindividuality and
make our home one of love and understanding. I love youunconditionally.
Whatever the future holds for us, I will be by your sideto support, comfort
and encourage you to achieve all your dreams.” Jason andShelly’s love shone
through to anyone that saw them together. They truly werea couple that we
can all admire and learn from.
 
There are very few moments in life that truly take yourbreath away……for
Jason those moments came from his children. On May 2,2004 Ainsly Ilene
arrived and Jason knew his world would never be the same.The sun, moon and
stars now shone for Ainsly. From her feisty baby days to“I can do it
 myself” toddlermoments and strong willed attitude Jason knew he would
barely be able to stay one step ahead of his “Bug”Ainsly. She is a smart
little lady who is a force to be reckoned with – Jasoncouldn’t have been
prouder of her.
 
On August 22, 2006 (amidst a tornado South of Yorkton)arrived Jack William
Puckett. Jack has proven to be a “mini-me” of Jason inmany ways. The bleach
blonde hair, the bright blue eyes, the smirking grin andunlimited
mischievous plans. Jason’s love of the outdoors andhockey lives strong in
his son. Jason admires Jack’s determination anddedication. Jason passed on
the advice “never lose heart”.
 
Jason was a fabulous entertainer and host. He was veryhappy to organize an
impromptu fishing trip, bar-b-que or fun filledadventure. Jason hosted many
fishing trips over the years either with buddies, familymembers or friends.
These fishing trips were from shore at Lake of thePrairies, in his boat at
Prairie Lake or Ice fishing on various bodies of water.There was nothing
Jason liked better than seeing and helping a child reelin their first big
catch. This past summer Jason had the opportunity to fishin the Atlantic
Ocean on a trip to the Maritimes. This trip is a memorythat will be
cherished for years to come.
 
Jason was an amazing chef. He could whip up an incredibledinner in a matter
of moments. A little splash of this and a little pinch ofthat and voila! he
had a scrumptious meal prepared. Many of us can attest tohis delicious
meals. Our mouths water thinking about his famousbar-b-que ribs.
 
To keep Jason’s memory alive we invite you to watch asunset or a sunrise,
catch and release a big fish (even though Shelly wouldtry and convince
Jason to keep it……fishing should always mean a fish fry!)Teach a child to
enjoy nature, learn about the beauty of our province andcountry and any
chance you get share one of Jason’s many stories, talltales or beverage of
choice.
 
Cancer sadly took Jason away from us, but his journeytaught us strength,
determination, and the power of family and friends. Ittaught us the
importance of living life to the fullest every singleday. There are no
guarantees in life except the guarantee of today. In theend it is not the
years in your life, but the life in your years. We loveyou Jason and will
remember you always.
 
Jason is survived by his wife, Shelly (Dodds) Puckett;their children,
Ainsly and Jack; his Father, Rob Puckett; his sister,Brenda Wilson, her
husband, Reg and their children, Avery and Griffin; hisMother and
Father-in-law, Cliff and Ilene Dodds; sister-in-law,Sheryn Flynn and her
husband, Terence and their daughter, Kim Locken, husbandLance, their
children, Kylan and Cameron ; sons, Ryan Hornung andSkylar Flynn;
sister-in-law, Sandra Senicar, her husband, Darrell,their children Aaron,
his wife Jen, Mitchel, his fiancé, Michelle and SawyerSenicar.
 
Also left to remember Jason are many aunts, uncles andcousins. Jason was
predeceased by his mother, Bev Puckett, grandparents,Flora and Jack Puckett
and Alvin and Laura Houghton.
 
Memorial donations can be made to South of the Divide –Conservation Action
Program Inc. Box 583 Pontiex, SK, S0N 1Z0.
 
SERVICES
A Service to Celebrate the Life of Jason William Puckett
Sunday, December 20, 2015
2:00 PM
 
Swift Current Legion Hall
239 - 1st Avenue N.E.
Swift Current Saskatchewan
Canada

Jason William PUCKETT and Shelley DODDS were married on 2 June 2001 in Canada.⁴⁵⁹⁴ Shelley DODDS⁴⁵⁹⁴ was born (date unknown).

Jason William PUCKETT-2000 and Shelley DODDS-4193 had the following children: