In lieu of flowers
Please consider a contribution to Donate a park bench in his hometown of Cary, NC.
$1,425.00
of $1,200 goal
Show your support:
Contribute
Background
This park bench will be donated as a permanent place to remember Jay and the impact he made on art and in people's lives. We will place it at a local park overlooking a pond and make the public donation this summer on his birthday. 100% will cover the cost of the donation and placement.
Contribute
Funds are being collected and disbursed by Deborah Stephenson, Jacob's mother.
Updates
Update from April 7, 2026
Recent contributions
Tillman Scholars
$1,200.00
Submitted by Megan Malone on
Jan. 8, 2026, 1:19 p.m. EST
Anonymous
$100.00
Jan. 6, 2026, 3:15 p.m. EST
Amanda & Dan
$125.00
Submitted by Amanda Hickey on
Jan. 3, 2026, 8:41 p.m. EST
Want to stay updated?
Get notified when new photos, stories and other important updates are shared.
Memories & condolences
We are praying for you. You are in every sunrise and sunset and on my mind constantly.
Love and hugs -
Lorien & RJ
We are praying for you. You are in every sunrise and sunset and on my mind constantly.
Love and hug…
We are praying for you. You are in every sunrise and sunset and …
With deepest sympathy, we are sending you love and strength. Please know you are surrounded by support now and always.
W…
With deepest sympathy, we are sending you love and strength. Please know you are surrounded by supp…
With deepest sympathy, we are sending you love and strength. Ple…
Give to Donate a park bench in his hometown of Cary, NC
Give