I will always remember Jay with a smile on his face. He always made me smile when i was having a bad day. His presence would light up a room. He will be missed

I didn't really know Jay personally but I do remember the loving smile he carried on his face at all times. He left his mark on many people. My heart goes out to the Goodman family and everyone who was close to Jay. I will continue to keep you all in my prayers. Rest easy Jay.

Everytime I saw Jay around school, he always had a smile on his face. I remember cheering for him, along with the other cheerleaders,from the stands and hearing Kelsey Martinos voice over everyone! He will be missed this year as school continues and basketball begins.

Jay always had a smile on his face and he would always play around when i would tell Kelsey to wait on me he would tell me i could catch up or something, but he always made everyone laugh! I know he's playing ball up in Heaven and we'll miss him on the court this year. You will be forever in our hearts and forever missed, Jay.

Jay, I've known you since you came to bamberg, but Having Chemistry Honors with you made me really see what kind of person you were. You were smart, and very funny, and you would always pick on me and call me weird names. I mean, you were sooooo whitty and sarcastic with EVERYBODY, but the funniest thing was NOBODY could ever stay mad at you, because you had that much of an effect on everyone. There was never a time that I never saw you smiling. Rest easy Jay, you will truly be missed.

I didn't know Jay personlly but I saw him around school and he always had a smile on his face. The world lossed a great person.

I will always remember Jay as a polite, quiet young man in my English class. He rarely spoke unless I called on him; however, he had a sweet and ready smile. On the basketball court, Jay focused totally! The joy he found there radiated from him. He will be missed both during our school day and during basketball season. Today he sits by the side of the ultimate Teacher and Coach; he has graduated from this world to his true home in Heaven. Rest in peace, Jay!

When you are sorrowful look again in your heart, and you shall see that in truth you are weeping for that which has been your delight.
- Kahlil Gibran

Jay has been a Blessing to so many people in his 16 years; may we honor him by being the same to others. May we never forget that although Jay is no longer with us in the physical, he will remain with us forever in our hearts.

When you are sorrowful look again in your heart, and you shall see that in truth you are weeping for that which has been your delight."
- Kahlil Gibran

Jay has been a Blessing to so many people in his 16 years; may we honor him by being the same to others. May we never forget that although Jay is no longer with us in the physical, he will remain with us forever in our hearts.

Hello Jay! I am still struggling with the fact that you are gone.You Shannon and I spent so much time together.I have so many memories.I am so happy we got to spend time together before God called you home.I believe he made that happend for a reason.The night before Sua's funeral we had so much fun we stayed up late eating pizza and looking at t.v. I didnt think that would be our last time together.My house is full of memories of you.How you would lay cross my bed and look at t.v. with me when Shannon would get on your nerves.How you and Shannon carved yall names in the bunk bed.I fussed when it happend now I look at it and smile.You always loved being with me you would tell your momma" I want to go over to Desha's house". I hope she know I always took good care of you when you were with me, and Im glad to know she trusted me with you.I Love you soooo much Jay.I want you to be Shannon's guardian angel he always looked up to you like a brother he needs your gudiance.Please be that voice in his ear to steer him in the right direction.He says he wants to make you proud.I am going to miss you.Thank you for being a blessing to me and Shannon I never had a dull moment with you boys.I will love you always...Desha

There's no greater pain than the pain of parents in bereavement for a child. I will continue to pray for the Goodman family as you go through this awful transition. The word of God says we are to Trust Him when we don't understand... Proverbs 3:5. My heart goes out to you (all). 
The Kinley Family in Sumter, SC
God Bless.

Jay, you will always be a star shining bright in your parents eyes and to all that knew you. Your mother always talked so highly of you and she truly loved you with all her heart. God saw that your work was done here on earth, and called you home to be with him. Continue to shine your rays of love down on your parents and all of us. Rest easy and know that you will be missed.

My dear dear dear Jay who would have known that Thurs. Aug. 13th would be the worst day of my entire life. I had you on my mind all that week and I called your dad and ask him to have you called. I got a called but it was not the call I was expecting. Your dad told me that you were being air lifted to Palmetto Richland Memorial. And as Kirk and I drove to Columbia I felt an ache in my heart that I have never felt before. I knew it was bad. People all over the world were praying for you and I realized that God could have healed you but He chose to call you on home. In all actuality He did healed you He performed the ultimate healing everything is new now. No more hurts, no more pain, no more sorrows. I miss you, my love, words can't even begin to express how I feel but the pain gets a little better everyday. When I hear about all the lives you have impacted and all the great things you were doing it bring tears of joy to my heart. I know you made it to heaven already actually you transitioned at the accident site. You didn't go through any pain whatsoever. Monday morning when I was doing my daily devotion I said "Good morning Jay" and I heard you reply "Good morning momma I'm ok!!! I know you are full of joy now because you can play basketball all day!!! And guess what the ball is made of GOLD!!!! I LOVE YOU SON!!! YOUR MOMMA

Jay, I will remember you as a gentle, softspoken young man who loved basketball. You will be missed, but remembered by many!

You will be forever missed Jay....I am so sad about all this. Praying for your mommy & daddy nonstop

Jay. I remember you as a sweet little boy running around your grandmothers house. You were always asking questions. One of the most respectful children I have ever met in my life.Full of love and curiosity.. I'm sorry I didn't get to see the wonderful young man you have grown to be. But knowing your family I know you made them nothing less than proud. We love you Jay.

Pooh as I remember was the most beautiful baby . Jay as you grew up I did not personally get to hang out with you but always was so highly spoke of by your mother my friend and mentor. Tears comes to my eyes as I remember how quiet, handsome and sweet you was as a little guy. From the pictures I can always see that same look you had at 4. You was always dressed so cute with your matching hat and scarf . You know how your mother do you with all those clothes. Me and your mother was just catching up on how great you was doing in school, sports and just beginning to drive.Your life will continue to impact so many people each day. Even while we can't see you here on earth we can keep you close by our hearts. Your mother, father , sister and others loves you dearly and you keep watching over them. Selena, Jonathan and Courtney God will always be here for you all never forget the memories and the sunshine Jay gave each of you. I will continue to keep you all covered with God's help. I love you all.

What a wonderful child, full of manners, and very talented. I remember coming to your house with Courtney and you almost knocked her down because you was so happy to see her. Therefore You're love for your sister surpass any bickering that went on between you too. Watch over her, your mom, and your neice and nephew. You are missed. You and your accomplishments at such a young age will never be forgotten. Enjoy paradise sweetheart.

I remember Jay and Shannon running around as very young boys. I remember Sua in another room letting anybody have it. Jay was always a quiet young man when I saw him but he would always smile and be very polite. God makes no mistakes and I am praying for my long time friend Courtney, Selena and all other family and friends. Be strong!! Love myself and the Richardson family

Evening Jay! You've been on my mind a lot. And since you have left me here on earth, alone, I feel empty. I was just beginning to build a closer relationship with you.... That's when I understood you and accepted you for who u really were. I was so proud when mom would call and say your going to LSU" or you got your drivers license. I was like wow Jay is really growing up! Now he can babysit his niece and nephew! ;) I remember Alana letting you hold her when she wouldn't let anyone else hold her. At that moment I knew it was something very special about you! You were an angel all along! Sent here to watch over us! And although I won't be able to attend your games and sit front row seat. I can't wait to see you in heaven! I'm gonna be your personal cheerleader! I love you forever and always! Love your sister Courtney! Xoxoxo