Project Jason Mission Statement

Our mission as a non profit organization is to create and increase public awareness of missing people through a variety of outreach and educational activities. Project Jason seeks to bring hope and assistance to families of the missing by providing resources and support.

About Project Jason

Before June 13th, 2001, we were just an ordinary family living a peaceful, happy existence. My husband, Jim, and I worked outside the home, spent time with our two wonderful sons, attended Mass every Sunday, and enjoyed the company of family and friends. On that fateful Wednesday, our lives changed forever. Our family unit was brutally ripped apart when our oldest son, Jason, then age 19, disappeared without a trace from our driveway.

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Recent News

August 25 - It has come to our attention that an AOL article by David Lohr has been altered in a most distasteful way. To read the original article, please refer to the official AOL website. We are currently investigating the source. Thank you for understanding.

The 2010 Keys to Healingtm Retreat is now a beautiful memory....

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Retreat for Families of Missing Persons Held August 13-15, 2010

Information-packed classes, guest speakers, and an uplifting experience were some of the many activities during the 2010 Project Jason Keys to Healing Retreat, held August 13-15 at a remote, scenic retreat center near Ashland, Nebraska. This second annual retreat, open to families who have experienced a missing loved one of any age, had a 30 percent increase in enrollment over the first year, with attendees representing all parts of the country.

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“We're so pleased to be able to give our Project Jason Families the gifts of joy, hope, and sometimes, peace, that are difficult to find on one’s own when you must live your life while a loved one is missing,” said Kelly Jolkowski, president and founder of Project Jason. “Everyone left with a smile on their lips and in their hearts.“

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We are already making plans for the 2011 retreat, too!

Featured Missing Adult

Susan RyanSusan Ryan

Height: 5' 3" "
Weight: 105 lbs.
Hair Color: Brown
Eye Color: Blue

Susan, then age 58, was last seen on 6/5/2010 in Wooster, OH. She left on foot during the early morning hours, leaving behind all of her possessions, including her cellphone, purse, credit cards, taxi pass, food stamp card, and her dog. She may have her state ID and handgun with her. She left a note to her roommate in regards of where her belongings should go, thanked her for everything, and stated that she loved the city. If you have any information about Susan, please call the Wayne County (OH) Sheriff's Department at (330) 287-5200.

Featured Missing Child

Erin PospisilErin Pospisil

Height: 5' 3" "
Weight: 125 lbs.
Hair Color: Brown
Eye Color: Brown

Erin, then age 15, left her home in Cedar Rapids, IA on on 6/3/2001 to go visit a friend. Her friend was not home, and when a car pulled up, Erin went over and spoke with the occupants. She entered that vehicle and was never seen again. She has a small scar above her left eye. When she was last seen, she had red highlights in her hair. If you have any information about Erin, please call the Cedar Rapids (IA) Police Department at (319) 286-5491.

Always Remembered

Lyndal AshbyLyndal Ashby

Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 155 lbs.
Hair Color: Brown
Eye Color: Brown

Lyndal, then age 22, was last seen by his brother in Hartford, KY on 10/23/1960. The family suspected that he may have returned to California where he had served in the Marines. There were unconfirmed reports that he was in Owensboro, Ky. and then later in Evansville, IN. There was an unsubstantiated phone message in 1982 stating that Lyndal had died in Alaska in late 1981 or early 1982. If you have any information regarding Lyndal's disappearance, please call the Ohio County (KY) Sheriff's Department at (270) 298-4444.