Jason Parry

Jason Parry, 41, of Cedar Rapids, died suddenly after suffering an aortic aneurysm followed by major surgery. Memorial Service: 6 p.m. Thursday, January 16, 2020, at The Venue by Butcher Block. Stewart Baxter Funeral & Memorial Services, Marion, is caring for Jason and his family. Survivors include his wife, Jessica; their two-year-old son, Matthew Cory Douglas Parry; parents, Dennis and Judy (Simon) Parry; sister, Jennifer (Jason Tomory) Dodge; nephews, Brenden Flack and David Oliver Dodge; best friend and Matthew's god parents, Cory (Tania) Moss; and Jessica's family. Jason Todd Parry was born January 16, 1978, to Dennis and Judy (Simon) Parry. He attended Linn-Mar High School. Jason enjoyed watching football'mostly the Vikings, cooking for his family, especially Jessica's favorite, lasagna, raising his dogs, and had a green thumb. Jason's main focus was taking care of Jessica and Matthew. He enjoyed doting on them and making sure they were happy, which in turn, was fulfilling for him. He treasured the time he had playing with his son and watching him grow. He will now join his grandparents; sister, Tracy; best friend's son, Cory Jr.; and father-in-law, Matthew.