Jason Michael “Boo” Gustafson took his 1st Harley ride in heaven on February 19th, 2021. Jason was born October 2nd, 1974 to Sandi Cassidy and Gary Gustafson. Jason attended local schools including Greeley Elementary, East Junior High and Butte High School.
Jason was a free soul from the get-go and developed a love for cars, trucks, motorbikes, snowmobiles, Harleys, and anything that went fast, or that he could wrench on. At a young age while most kids were still into toys and kid things, not Jason… for him it was motorbikes, cars, and speed. When Jason was very young his Grammie Ann asked him if he wanted to go see the fireworks display. His response was “No gram you seen one you’ve seen them all” however in later years he moved on to dynamite to make the biggest bang he could on the 3rd of July. Jason always had a passion for anything he could fix, build, or create. Jason spent many years as a master mechanic and worked at Butte GM and Baker Auto along with locations in Nevada, Kalispell, and out of his own shop. He was known as “Mr. Fix it” to his family and friends and was always willing to help get whatever he could back up and running. He always had to have a project. Jason was a Butte boy through and through and was “Butte Tough” but was also known to friends as “Jason Gus’s tough son” Jason was a true hearted genuine person and would give anyone the shirt off his back if they needed it. Jason also had a special inseparable bond with his grandparents Harold and Luella that words cannot describe and his Grammie Ann who he always missed from the time she left this earth.
Jason met Lynn Powell in the early 1990’s and together they had his “pride and joy” Braach in 1992. Jason’s next greatest joy was the discovery of the birth of his 2nd son Bryant “Bubba” Morris. Jason loved both of his children deeply. Jason spent many years in Butte then moved to Whitefish MT in 2003 where he met and married “his rock” and eternal caregiver Andrea Null. Jason spent a few years in the Kalispell area wrenching and enjoying all the area had to offer including Glacier National park where he really enjoyed “God’s Highway”, The Going To The Sun Road. Jason later returned to Butte where he spent many years wrenching, camping with family at Canyon Ferry and enjoying all life had to offer. Jason lived his life to the fullest and always did things the only way he could “his way”.
Jason was preceded in his journey home by his Grandparents, Harold and Luella Gustafson, Grammie Ann Shea Meier and Uncle Jeff Gustafson.
Jason is survived and will be deeply missed by his Mom Sandi (John) Hickey, Dad Gary “Gus” Gustafson, Wife and Caregiver Andrea Null and his little best friend Wilmer, Son Braach Gustafson and Braach’s children Carsyn and Stella, Son Bryant “Bubba” Morris. Aunts and Uncles: Jeralyn Ayers, Barb (Jack) Harry, and Jim (Kim) Spencer. Cousins: Trista Yerkich, Joey (Kristin) Yerkich and their son Joseph Jr, Allison (Zack) Ayers and children Alyonna, Nevaeh and Benjamin, Alexa Ayers and children Melony, Miley and Mila, Ian (Keri) St.John, Chad St.John and children Raquel and Guy and Guy’s son Keighton, Maria (Tom) Ortiz, Susan (David) Giovanini and their son A.J. (Grace) and their child Salem. Gram Rita Brown, the Hickey, Ceartin and Anderson Families, and numerous extended relatives.
Thank you to all his friends who loved and cared about him and to Dr. Grace for taking care of him.
Until we see you again there will be a hole in our hearts that nothing will ever fill! You have found Peace Jason. We will all always love you so much!! And will never stop missing you!!
A celebration of life gathering for family and friends will take place March 5th, 2021 at the McQueen Athletic Club at 5:00 PM.
Jason’s last wish, his final Harley ride on this earth, will take place on “The Going To The Sun Road” in Glacier National Park, later this summer, where he will enjoy his last ride eternally in his favorite place. Anyone who would like to take that last ride with him please come and join us. A day and time will be announced at a later date.
Please visit below to offer a condolence or share a memory of Jason.
Axelson Funeral and Cremation Services has been privileged to care for Jason and his family.
Service Schedule
Celebration of His Life
5:00 pm
Friday March 5, 2021
McQueen Athletic Club
3250 Hecla St.
Butte, Montana 59701
Service Schedule
Celebration of His Life
5:00 pm
Friday March 5, 2021
McQueen Athletic Club
3250 Hecla St.
Butte, Montana 59701
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Mike and Connie Dotdon says
Gary and Family, we are so sorry for the loss of Jason. It is with a heavy heart that we offer our prayers and love. If you need anything please let us know. May the Good Lord hold you all in his loving arms. God Bless❤🙏🙏🙏🙏 Mike and Connie Dotson and Family
Anonymous says
GARY and family,. SORRY for your loss♥️🙏 you are in our Prayers 🙏 please GOD help GARY through this difficult time🙏🙏🙏 sending out LOVE♥️ GENE RENZ and CARLA SANCHEZ ZAHN 🙏🙏🙏
CARLA and GENE says
GARY and family,. SORRY for your loss♥️🙏 you are in our Prayers 🙏 please GOD help GARY through this difficult time🙏🙏🙏 sending out LOVE♥️ GENE RENZ and CARLA SANCHEZ ZAHN 🙏🙏🙏
Konni Smith says
Sandy and Jeralyn, my heart aches for both of you. This will leave such a void!!!im sorry for both of you and love you both with all my ❤!!! Prayers for both of you🙏🙏🙏
Love
Konni
Linda George says
Sandy I was so saddened to hear of Jason’s passing. I send love and peace to you dear. There is no greater loss than that of losing a child. He is walking with you always Sandy. ❤️❤️
Trista Yerkich says
Love you, my cousin. We will never forget you. Always in our hearts, Boo.
Ramona Juarez says
Gary, Barb and family I am so sorry to hear about Jason’s death. So young, such a tragic loss. My heart goes out to you all.
Cherie says
So sorry Sandy, thoughts and prayers for you and your family. I will remember Jason always the fun loving ❤ caring person he was.
Amy Holodnick says
Sandi I am so incredibly sorry to hear of Jason’s passing. You are in my prayers.
Amy Holodnick
Annette Richter says
Sandy I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved son. Condolences to you and your family . May you find comfort in your treasured memories and Gods promise to return our loved ones.
Connie J Dotson says
Sandy, we are so sorry for the loss of your precious Jason. We remember when you guys brought him home from the hospital. What a season of joy and love that was. Mike always got to see Jason at Harold and Luella’s house through the years. And he cared about him deeply. May he be wrapped in the Lord’s loving arms and rejoicing in the reconnecting of his family whom he joins in heaven. We keep you all in love and prayers. God Bless, Mike AND Connie Dotson
Baker Auto says
From the entire crew of Baker Auto, we are so sorry for your loss. Gus will be greatly missed.
Brenda Ehlenburg says
Sandi, I am very sorry for your loss. I met you son Jason a few years ago when he was in the hospital with my son Shawn Hickey. They were both in ICU rooms next to each other. Now they are together in heaven. My son passed away in 2018 just after his 43rd birthday. I can’t imagine the the pain you are feeling.
Praying for your family.
Brenda Chrismon Ehlenburg-Billings,Mt.
Joe yerkich says
Love you always cousin. We where best friends as kids & stayed in touch as we grew older. Will never forget you. Love you cuz
Laurie Cole says
Rest in peace my friend and co worker. Good times back at Gilligan’s Tobacco. Very sorry to learn of your passing. You were a good man and a good friend. My condolences to all the family. I worked with Jason for a short time in 2016 or 17.