William Jason Petruzzi
Jason was born March 1977 in New Rochelle Hospital, New York. Within days, he was transferred to NY Hospital/Cornell Medical Center ICU for complex cardiac issues which greatly impacted him for the rest of his life.
Despite his profound physical limitations, Jason persevered throughout his childhood. Moving to
Vienna in 1990, he graduated from James Madison HS in 1995, and began working for the Fairfax County Alcohol Safety Action Program in 1996. He later earned a B.A. degree in English from George Mason University in 2006, and an M.A. in Library & Information Studies from Florida State University in 2011. Jason loved books so much that he was writing short-stories and a novel which he had hopes of publishing someday.
To Jason, ASAP was his home and he enjoyed working with colleagues in helping the organization achieve its worthwhile mission. He had just begun his 19th year of service with ASAP at the time of his accident.
On Wednesday, November 19th Jason suffered severe injuries in a single car accident near home, apparently due to an unintended acceleration mechanical issue outside of his control.
Thanks to concerned neighbors, the Police and Fire Departments arrived immediately, and he was rushed to Inova Fairfax Hospital in critical condition. His complex cardiac issues and pulmonary problems complicated his situation. During his week in CCU, Jason's condition took a turn for the worse on Tuesday afternoon. He died peacefully and without pain on Wednesday afternoon, November 26th, at age 37.
Jason is survived by his parents, Roni and Bill Petruzzi, and his two sisters, Megan Petruzzi (Westminster, Colorado) and Kira Oliver (Ashburn, VA).
The family will receive friends on Sunday, November 30th, at Money and King from 3:00 to 5:00 pm, and Monday, December 1st from 10:00 to 11:00 am at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Vienna, followed by an 11:00 am memorial service. Interment will be at Flint Hill Cemetery following the service.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
Despite his profound physical limitations, Jason persevered throughout his childhood. Moving to
Vienna in 1990, he graduated from James Madison HS in 1995, and began working for the Fairfax County Alcohol Safety Action Program in 1996. He later earned a B.A. degree in English from George Mason University in 2006, and an M.A. in Library & Information Studies from Florida State University in 2011. Jason loved books so much that he was writing short-stories and a novel which he had hopes of publishing someday.
To Jason, ASAP was his home and he enjoyed working with colleagues in helping the organization achieve its worthwhile mission. He had just begun his 19th year of service with ASAP at the time of his accident.
On Wednesday, November 19th Jason suffered severe injuries in a single car accident near home, apparently due to an unintended acceleration mechanical issue outside of his control.
Thanks to concerned neighbors, the Police and Fire Departments arrived immediately, and he was rushed to Inova Fairfax Hospital in critical condition. His complex cardiac issues and pulmonary problems complicated his situation. During his week in CCU, Jason's condition took a turn for the worse on Tuesday afternoon. He died peacefully and without pain on Wednesday afternoon, November 26th, at age 37.
Jason is survived by his parents, Roni and Bill Petruzzi, and his two sisters, Megan Petruzzi (Westminster, Colorado) and Kira Oliver (Ashburn, VA).
The family will receive friends on Sunday, November 30th, at Money and King from 3:00 to 5:00 pm, and Monday, December 1st from 10:00 to 11:00 am at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Vienna, followed by an 11:00 am memorial service. Interment will be at Flint Hill Cemetery following the service.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
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We are so sorry for your loss! It was so shocking to learn of Jason’s accident. Please accept our sincere condolences and do let us know if we can be of help. with love, Mary and Jim Walker Rocky Branch Rd., Vienna
We are exceedingly grieved at the loss of Jason and wish for the healing of all the Petruzzi family. May God bless you all.
I had the pleasure of working with Jason at ASAP for several years. He was a most reliable and meticulous employee, and a joy to work with. My sincere condolences to his family and friends.
Roni, Bill, Megan and Kira – We are so very sorry for the loss of your dear Jason. We know that your hearts have an empty spot that aches for him. We are keeping you close in our hearts and in our prayers. Fondly, Mike and Claudia
It was a pleasure to have Jason on our staff at ASAP. Reliable and always ready to offer his help in every way, Jason would bring out a smile with his dry sense of humor. My thoughts and prayers are with his family at this time
I had the honor of working with Jason at ASAP, and don’t know where to begin acknowledging he is not coming back. I have nothing but great memories from him. He always had a book attached to his hand and during lunch time seemed as if he transported himself to another world. During work hours he was always willing to assist. He was my to go person when Joe was not in. “Sure, not problem, let me see” was always his reply. Not sure what i would do when my “good morning Jason” will returned empty. Thank you for everything you did at work and the strength you showed me when i would freak out during your nose bleeds. You will always have a place in my heart. See you soon To those of you who are left behind with an unbearable pain. My thoughts and prayers are with you. My deepest and sincerest condolences go out to you during this difficult time. Clauida Villanueva Flores
I cannot imagine the pain and loss those who loved Jason feel. He was my colleague at ASAP, and became my friend– a young man with an infectious smile, sly wit, and talent in so many ways. As grief passes, may only the sweetest memories remain of your dear son and brother.
I am so sorry to hear about your sudden loss of Jason. I have no words to convey my sorrow for your family. God bless your family.
I am so sorry about Jason’s accident. I worked with Jason for two years at ASAP;I relied on him to help me with some of the more difficult cases I couldn’t figure out. I remember my time working with him with great fondness. My heart goes out to his family and friends in this difficult time.
Bill, my sympathies go out to you and your family.
As Jason’s Supervisor for about 9 years, I found his dedication to work, his steadfast dependence, his wealth of knowledge about our program, and his willingness to take on new responsibilities as just a few of his great qualities. He is sadly missed in our office. For me personally, I will miss his smile and his gentle spirit. He was a joy to know. This thought comes to mind from an old Irish saying – “Until we meet again, may God hold (him) in the palm of his hand.” So long dear Jason! Anne Rush