Jason Edward Crosby

Jason "Moose" Edward Crosby passed away unexpectedly in his sleep at his home in Essex Junction, VT, in the early morning of Wednesday, August 13th, 2025.

Jason was born in Ohio on July 15th, 1976. Jason was a die-hard Ohio Buckeye and New England Patriots fan. A talented fisherman, he built many memories on Squam Lake in New Hampshire with his stepfather, Don Astorian. Jason was passionate about his Scots-Irish heritage and planned a trip to Scotland with his wife, Tabitha, to visit his homeland.

Jason was an honorable Veteran, serving six years as a Medic in the US Army and deployed during OIF from 06 to 08 in Iraq, where he met his son’s mother. He was very proud to have served his country.

He was a gentle giant who cared deeply about his family and friends. He happily lent a hand to anyone. He was a Personal Master Trainer at the Edge for over 12 years, with over 23 years of experience in fitness. Jason’s passion, however, was being a powerlifting coach. Jason was highly respected in the powerlifting community. He was known for hosting “Moose Meets,” which he held for free to give lifters a sense of what a real meet would entail. He taught them along the way about commands, technique, and judging. He always made time to help someone with any questions, even if they weren’t a client. Jason was also seen making smoothies, giving advice on supplements, and “talking shop” at Greene Mountain Smoothie in Williston. Jason was employed part-time at GMS for over a decade. His smile was always welcoming, and he made it a point to let the customers feel welcome. Jason brought countless people together, from bringing the fellas together to meet and share stories over a glass of whiskey, “slainte,” and, without intent, he wove many various circles of people together. He also loved to DJ, and used those skills to elevate the love with sweet rhythms and pumping beats.

For Jason, everyone was family.

Jason leaves behind his wife, Tabitha, his Valkyrie. They were united in marriage by Joseph Porcelli. Joseph was Jason’s lifelong best friend and brother. Jason and Tabitha were looking forward to starting their lives in a new home at the end of August. There, they planned to build more amazing memories with their blended family in love. Jason leaves behind his three children. His daughter, Marsela Dale (his Hummingbird), his two sons, R.J. and Mason Crosby-McKay, and the mother of his boys, Michaelyn McKay SSG USA (Ret). Jason also leaves behind his Mother, Kathleen Astorian, his sisters Emily and Kristen Astorian, and his Stepfather and fishing buddy, Don Astorian. Jason’s passing will bring him to reunite with his deceased father, Ronald Dean Crosby.

Please join us in celebrating his life on Saturday, August 23rd, 2025, at Minors Funeral Home in Milton, VT. Calling hours will be from 12:00-2:00, and his celebration of life at the Jericho Tavern in Jericho, VT, from 2 to 5 pm. We hope you will share your memories about Jason “Moose” and remember the love he had for all of us.

In lieu of flowers a donation can be made to support Jason’s wife, Tabby, you can contribute to the GoFundMe - https://www.gofundme.com/f/in-loving-memory-of-jason-moose-crosby. Alternatively, donations would be appreciated to https://www.joshpallottafund.org/