http://staynalive.disqus.com/enFri, 09 Sep 2011 19:11:45 -0000http://staynalive.com/articles/jesse-stay-no-its-not-my-name/#comment-306310368<p>Thanks Afton! Did you work for my Grandpa at the Y? How did you know him?</p>Jesse StayFri, 09 Sep 2011 19:11:45 -0000http://staynalive.com/articles/jesse-stay-no-its-not-my-name/#comment-306093841<p>Because my book club is reviewing the Hillenbrand book UNBROKEN this next week, and because she mentiions Col. Stay as the only pilot of his squadron who was able to complete his 40 missions and return home almost unscathed, and because I had the privilege to travel with Col. Stay and others to So. California on a "recruitment" trip at the request of Pres. Wilkinson, I wanted to find out all that I could about this man I so admired so that I might share the info with my book club.  Thank you for this insightful review of h is amazing life.   Afton Ririe</p>Afton RirieFri, 09 Sep 2011 14:48:00 -0000http://staynalive.com/articles/jesse-stay-no-its-not-my-name/#comment-212551533<p>Brother Stay,</p><p>I went to the book signing today in Newport Beach of "Unbroken: and got  to meet Louis Zamperini.I got home and sat down to read it. When I got to page 84 and saw your grandfather's name I was shocked. I had not put the two together. In the late 90's and early 2000 your grandfather was our High Council Representitive to the 8th Ward in the Huntington Beachh Stake where I was a YSA Advisor. Having a love of WWII and great respect for Jess we talked often about his Air Force experiences. He even trusted me with his "book" that he had put together for the family detailing his war time experiences. He was very proud of his children and grandchildren and spoke of all of you often. I was honored to know him. If you were not aware of "Unbroken" before talking about Jesse you might want to get a copy.</p><p>Steve Chauncey</p>Steve_chaunceyThu, 26 May 2011 21:35:59 -0000http://staynalive.com/articles/jesse-stay-no-its-not-my-name/#comment-11529522<p>Thank you for those kind words. I too am so grateful for the liberties and<br>freedoms he protected.</p>Jesse StaySun, 21 Jun 2009 10:12:10 -0000http://staynalive.com/articles/jesse-stay-no-its-not-my-name/#comment-11528939<p>I know that I am reading your post some time after the fact, but still I was touched by your words of tribute.</p><p>Your grandfather has not only provided a legacy for your family, but has given all of us a level of freedom that we cannot really ever repay fully. He will be blessed for eternity for what he has contributed to this world.</p><p>We are all blessed by the legacy of greatness that proceeds us. <br>We should pass it on down the line!<br></p>partywedoSun, 21 Jun 2009 09:27:11 -0000http://staynalive.com/articles/jesse-stay-no-its-not-my-name/#comment-4245961<p>Colonel Jesse, you've serve the nation well. It's time to have a good rest.</p>Online Cricket GamesMon, 08 Dec 2008 04:25:07 -0000http://staynalive.com/articles/jesse-stay-no-its-not-my-name/#comment-760760<p>Jesse, <br>what an awesome tribute you have given to your Grandfather. We send our prayers and aloha in this time of grieving to your family. <br></p>Becca DenosFri, 27 Jun 2008 05:45:55 -0000http://staynalive.com/articles/jesse-stay-no-its-not-my-name/#comment-711861<p>Jesse<br>My mom (LaRae) brother Bob and sister Caren and I plan on being there. I understand it's in Orem. We're all up in Davis County. Looking forward to seeing and meeting family members and saying "fair winds and following seas' to Uncle Jesse. <br>Chris</p>Chris AndradaThu, 19 Jun 2008 22:07:29 -0000http://staynalive.com/articles/jesse-stay-no-its-not-my-name/#comment-709045<p>Chris, it's an honor meeting you. If you're in Utah, his graveside service<br>will be Monday and I'm sure you are welcome to come. He will be buried with<br>military honors.</p>Jesse StayThu, 19 Jun 2008 15:03:06 -0000http://staynalive.com/articles/jesse-stay-no-its-not-my-name/#comment-708357<p>Your grandfather is my great uncle. His older sister, Lorna, is my grandmother. Your grandfather was truly a great man and a wonderful example to everyone. My husband joined the church in Rosario, Argentina. I knew he served as a Mission president in South America, but never knew it was in my husbands area! You have an awesome name after one of the most awesome men I have ever met - even better that I'm actually related to him! Your family has truly been blessed by such a great and humble man. know he'll be missed by many. But now his real work begins!.</p>Chris AndradaThu, 19 Jun 2008 13:34:14 -0000http://staynalive.com/articles/jesse-stay-no-its-not-my-name/#comment-703838<p>What an amazing tribute to a great man! Thank you for sharing it with the world (wide web). :)</p>Sara HurdWed, 18 Jun 2008 21:11:04 -0000http://staynalive.com/articles/jesse-stay-no-its-not-my-name/#comment-699589<p>Jesse, Thank you for that wonderful tribute to your Grandfather and my Uncle. He was my WW2 hero. I have loved your Grandparents all my life. He will truly be missed, but we know we will be reunited someday. May I offer my most sincere condolences.<br>Robert L. (Bob) Rokes</p>RLRokesWed, 18 Jun 2008 11:30:05 -0000http://staynalive.com/articles/jesse-stay-no-its-not-my-name/#comment-698826<p>Yeah I was thinking yesterday and I guess I'm probably only the 3rd Stay boy<br>in the extended family (not including the Browns, Danielsons, or Moores - we<br>love them, too). Makes me feel old!</p>Jesse StayWed, 18 Jun 2008 09:58:11 -0000http://staynalive.com/articles/jesse-stay-no-its-not-my-name/#comment-698421<p>Thank you for writing this Jesse. I've told you before but my mom and dad planned on naming me after Grandpa if I had been a boy. They were so upset when you were born two weeks before I was and your parents named you Jesse first! It is amazing to look over Grandpa's life and see all of the good that he did. You are lucky to bear his name and I'm sure it's a great reminder about what is truly important in life. </p>Marci StringhamWed, 18 Jun 2008 08:58:45 -0000http://staynalive.com/articles/jesse-stay-no-its-not-my-name/#comment-694252<p>Wow, he helped produce a lot of LDS classic films! Thanks for sharing your thoughts about your grandfather on this day.</p>lds9999Tue, 17 Jun 2008 16:44:16 -0000http://staynalive.com/articles/jesse-stay-no-its-not-my-name/#comment-693565<p>Karen I loved your post as well - thanks for sharing that. It reflects a lot of my memories from childhood as well. I only wish Grandpa could have met our Jesse III like he was able to with your Elizabeth. Your post was touching.</p>Jesse StayTue, 17 Jun 2008 15:33:24 -0000http://staynalive.com/articles/jesse-stay-no-its-not-my-name/#comment-693553<p>Thanks Phil!</p>Jesse StayTue, 17 Jun 2008 15:32:08 -0000http://staynalive.com/articles/jesse-stay-no-its-not-my-name/#comment-693552<p>Kalei Thank you - my Grandfather had a great respect for Hawaii, after<br>living there and serving the people there.</p>Jesse StayTue, 17 Jun 2008 15:32:07 -0000http://staynalive.com/articles/jesse-stay-no-its-not-my-name/#comment-693441<p>Thanks for sharing a bit of your grandfather's life with us Jesse. </p>Phil WindleyTue, 17 Jun 2008 15:18:48 -0000http://staynalive.com/articles/jesse-stay-no-its-not-my-name/#comment-693436<p>Jesse,</p><p>Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your Grandfather. Your story honoring him is beautiful and inspirational.<br>I pray the love of God envelops you during your difficult times and he helps you heal with the passage of time. <br>Me Ke Aloha Pumehana (with warmest regards)<br>~Kalei</p><p></p>KaleiTue, 17 Jun 2008 15:17:59 -0000http://staynalive.com/articles/jesse-stay-no-its-not-my-name/#comment-693409<p>Hi Jesse, this is your cousin Karen, I've posted my own tribute over on my blog at <a href="http://karenspoetryspot.blogspot.com/2008/06/just-as-sun-by-jesse-e-stay.html" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" title="http://karenspoetryspot.blogspot.com/2008/06/just-as-sun-by-jesse-e-stay.html">http://karenspoetryspot.blo...</a> Thanks for writing this.</p>Karen AhlstromTue, 17 Jun 2008 15:15:08 -0000http://staynalive.com/articles/jesse-stay-no-its-not-my-name/#comment-693313<p>Thank you GeekMommy!</p>Jesse StayTue, 17 Jun 2008 15:05:53 -0000http://staynalive.com/articles/jesse-stay-no-its-not-my-name/#comment-693166<p>My sympathies on your loss - I know your family will miss him.<br>Thank you for sharing a glimpse of his life with those of us who never knew him.<br>He was clearly an amazing man.</p><p>May he rest in peace.</p>Lucretia M PruittTue, 17 Jun 2008 14:50:44 -0000