Jason "Meathead" Sammons

Jason "Meathead" Sammons, age 43, of Storm Lake, Iowa died Sunday, January 15, 2017 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Memorial services will be held Monday, January 23, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. at the United Methodist Church in Storm Lake. Burial will be at a later date. Visitation will take place Sunday, January 22, 2017 from 2-8:00 p.m. where the family will be present from 5-8:00 p.m. at the Fratzke & Jensen Funeral Home in Storm Lake. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established at MetaBank in Storm Lake. The Fratzke & Jensen Funeral Home in Storm Lake is in charge of the arrangements. Jason Ralph "Meathead" Sammons was born December 7, 1973 in Sioux City, Iowa. In eighth grade, Jason was baptized and confirmed at the United Methodist Church in Storm Lake. He attended elementary school at Willow and Aurelia, later transferring to Storm Lake where he graduated in 1992. On August 6, 1999, Jason was united in marriage to Jennifer Allen in Cherokee, Iowa. Together, they were blessed with one daughter, Ashlee Connie K. Sammons. Jason was blessed with many opportunities to work at different places in the area over the years. He spent several years working at the Villager, RJ Thomas Manufacturing, Bargloff's, Ranco, and DFS. Most recently, he worked for Hy-Vee as a truck driver. Those that knew Jason, know that he found a job that he loved. Jason was an active member of the United Methodist Church in Storm Lake. "Meathead" as his many friends knew him, will be remembered for his fun, loving, one-of-a-kind personality. Others may have known him as “Meaters”, “Meat”, or “Meatball”. He enjoyed having a good time whether it be watching the Nebraska Huskers or any kind of racing. Jason loved fishing, gardening, and grilling. He enjoyed being outdoors and always found some kind of project to keep him busy. He loved to tell stories and loved to laugh. He made the most of life and liked to make others smile, especially Jennifer and Ashlee. Most of all, Jason was a loving and devoted husband and father. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. Those left to cherish his memory include his wife, Jennifer Sammons of Storm Lake, Iowa; daughter, Ashlee Sammons of Storm Lake, Iowa; mother, Kathy (Scott) Schwaller of Lakeside, Iowa; brother, Scott (Barb) Sammons of Ankeny, Iowa; sister, Renae Schwaller of Storm Lake, Iowa; grandmother, Marcella Cline of Cherokee, Iowa; father-in-law, Robert (Ruth) Allen of Aurelia, Iowa; sister-in-law, Heidi (Ryan) Woltman of Cherokee, Iowa; many nieces and nephews, extended family and friends. Jason was preceded in death by his grandfather, Robert Cline; uncle, David Cline; and mother-in-law, Connie Allen.

Jason "Meathead" Sammons

December 7, 1973 - January 15, 2017