Jason was born in Philadelphia, PA. When he was 8 the family moved to Erial, NJ. Jason graduated from Highland Regional High School in 1989. He moved to Grand Rapids around 2006 and in 2009 opened his own restaurant, J.D. Reardons. Jason met many special friends and acquaintances. He loved singing Karoke at his establishment. It was a popular night at his bar. His passion was sketching extraordinary pictures. He also played bass guitar in numerous bands over the years. He was talented, compassionate and had a great sense of humor He will be missed by many. Services are private. Family is requesting that you share your memories and pictures He is survived by his daughters Mackenzie, Peyton and Sophie Burgess. Father and Mother Robert Burgess and Nancy (Fleck) Burgess. Beloved grandmother Anne Fleck. Brother Eric Burgess and Sister Debora McKinnon and husband Stephen Nardi. Nephews, Joshua and Jonathan McKinnon. Niece Jessica Burgess. Also survived by numerous, aunts, uncles and cousins.