Jason E. Vogel

April 8, 1977 - September 3, 2020

Jason E. Vogel, age 43, of Ypsilanti, Michigan passed away on Thursday, September 3, 2020, in his home surrounded by his loving family. Born on April 8, 1977 in Livonia, Michigan, he was the son of Richard Vogel and Karen (Anderson) Shelton. On March 30, 2018, he married Shannon Fitzgerald in Ypsilanti, MI. He spent 23 years in the home construction industry working in various trades. There was nothing he could not build or fix, and he was everyone's go-to guy. He found his true calling 5 years ago when he became a Project Manager for a home building company. Jason's passion was music which started with the bass guitar at an early age. From there, he went on to play multiple instruments and explore songwriting and production. He was well loved and respected in the Detroit/Ann Arbor music scene. Jason has also been described as the best Dad ever. He was dedicated, playful and loving everyday of his life. He was preceded in death by his father, Richard Vogel. He is survived by his wife Shannon Fitzgerald; sons Levi and Truman Vogel; mother and father Karen and Scott Shelton; siblings Ashley (Jason) Bono, Meredith Shelton and Alex (Kinisha) Vogel; nephews Samuel Bono, Wesson Swann and Logan Vogel and niece Stella Bono. Please share memories on the website so the family can read the stories. Memorial Contributions in his memory may be made for the benefit of his children. A celebration of life will be held at the Trenton Cultural Center on September 26, 2020 from 12pm to 4pm. This event will be held outside to respect social distancing. We understand that some may be uncomfortable to attend, and our family respects your decision. For those who would like to celebrate Jason’s wonderful life with us we ask that you bring a mask. Please help us reminisce Jason by sharing your favorite story, memory or music. Thank you all for your love and kindness throughout these past seven years as Jason bravely battled every day. Trenton Cultural Center: 2427 West Rd, Trenton, MI 48183.