Jay William Layer

Birth date: Mar 18, 1936 Death date: Jan 31, 2023

Jay William Layer, of West Chester, PA, passed away quietly in the early morning of January 31st, 2023. He was with his wife, Marjorie, and all five of his children. He is also survived by his nine grandchildren: Emily, Jacob, Lea Read Obituary

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Linda Cylc

135w ago

What a beautiful tribute! I worked with Jay over 20 years ago, but never forgot him. Jay was probably the reason I was hired and I am pretty sure he gave me the nickname Sweeto! Jay challenged me to be the best engineer I could be, and I always worked hard for his approval. I remember how Jay would come into my cubicle, sit down, cross those long legs and scratch his head...my heart pounding, thinking "uh oh, did I screw something up?!" When Jay finally spoke, it was usually him talking out loud about something perplexing him and had nothing to do with my work, and he would solve his "problem" and say something like good chat! Back then, we had a large and amazing group of coworkers; soo many great memories. Jay was the most respected person, and I am honored that I got a few "not bad" comments from him! I will always remember how we planned a dance at my wedding to a song by Glenn Miller, In the Mood! Jay got a kick out of my husband, and I am soo glad we got to know Marge, what a beautiful marriage, one that we wanted to mirror in life. Jay will never be forgotten, I cherish all of my memories of him. Peace, love and strength to your family. Linda Cylc

Anonymous

139w ago

Sent a Sweet Tenderness to the Layer family.

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Eric Jensen

139w ago

Jay was a special man. As a band member at West Chester East High School, I saw Mr. and Mrs. Layer as among the favorites of the band parents. He was fun and an avid supporter of all of us...as if we were his own kids! And what kids he had! Praying for Tracey, Linda, Jake, Jenn and Chris....all of whom are so special! Your whole family is loved!

Scott Watson

139w ago

Dear Layer Family,

Hearing of your father's passing - and reading your beautiful tribute here - brings back a rush of fond memories of him and the family he (and his special wife) helped create. Your home, with his quiet but strong presence, was one of my favorite places to be in high school. The remarkable children he raised (most of whom I knew as good friends "back in the day"), and the welcoming space he and his wife created in their home for many of us WC East Band kids, says much about the man he was.

I'm so very sorry for your loss; please accept my most heartfelt condolences.

With warm affection and sympathy, Scott Watson

Linda R. Layer

139w ago

Added 2 new videos to the Dad - Videos album.

Matt Hildebrand

139w ago

I moved next door to Jay and Margie in ‘06. Everytime you talked with Jay you could count on coming away from that conversation with a smile on your face and an inspiration to look at life in a better way.

The first time I met him after moving in he greets me “Hi nice to meet you - here’s the thing your fireplace in your house doesn’t work right…” (the convo carried on with some more laughs and pleasantries) and that began years of being fortunate to share a property line with him.

As for the fireplace - Jay was indeed correct.

Love to the family,

Matt

Eli And Joanne

139w ago

Jay Layer was a good man. He was funny, quirky, inventive, interesting. Jay was able to fix anything and analyzed everything. He loved his family and friends. Jay will be missed so much. Love you Jay.

Eli and Joanne

Joanne Finegan

139w ago

Marge and Jay were our neighbors for 30 years on Meadowbrook Lane. We loved them and shared many wonderful memories, both happy and sad. Jay was such a funny guy who always kept us guessing and like to pick through our trash to rejuvenate discarded items and then try to sell them back to us. He often would come over when we weren’t home to watch our TV. We knew he was here as we would find his mug or glasses. The entire Layer family are wonderful. We will miss Jay and hope he is finally at peace. ❤️❤️

Linda Layer

139w ago

I love you Dad. So many great memories!

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