Jack H. Hair

In Loving Memory of Jack H. Hair

Jack Hair, born March 10, 2008, passed away on February 21, 2025. Jack was only 16, but in his short time with us, he touched the lives of so many. We will remember him always as the happy, helpful, loving, clever, compassionate, and kind person that he was. One of Jack’s greatest strengths was his ability to connect with others and form meaningful relationships with anyone, young or old. As an active member of his Scouting Troop, Jack was often called upon to lead the troop. Whether it was helping his fellow Scouts complete a 115-mile backpacking trip in the mountains of New Mexico, leading the troop on campouts, or just teaching skills to younger scouts, Jack was always ready to step up to the challenge. Jack was active in the local Flagstar football league, serving as a player, a coach, and a referee. He loved the game – regardless of whether he was playing or watching his beloved Seattle Seahawks.

Jack was also curious. He loved to travel. As an avid hiker, backpacker, sailor, and skier, he especially enjoyed being outdoors. He was able to visit all 50 states, including extended RV trips across the country and Alaska. He visited many parts of the world from Europe to New Zealand to South Africa. He spoke French fluently. And Jack loved working with his hands. He could often be found cooking, grilling, constructing something or even welding.

Yet, like so many of us, Jack struggled. And tragically, in a moment of crisis, he could not see his life in a broader perspective. We are devastated. But his death does not define him, and it does not change who he was. He will forever be the sweet, loving and kind young man who brought so much light into our world.

Jack loved and will always be loved.

Jack's legacy lives on with the help of all that loved him and the community around him. The outpouring of love and support has been tremendous. In addition to the kindness and thoughtfullness that has helped us navigate our emotions, substantial donations have been recieved to enable Flagstar Football and Scouts BSA Troop 380 to initiate honor awards in Jack's name to recognize individuals that embody Jack's qualities as well as support mental health, scholarship, leadership, and high adventure scouting activities. Flagstar Football initiated the Jack Award. Troop 380 initiated the Jack Hair Leadership Award. Further donations to these organizations in Jack's name will enhance the ability to maintain Jack's legacy.

Jack completed all of his requirements to earn Eagle Scout rank with the Boy Scouts of America (currently, Scouts BSA), including all merit badges and leadership requirements, except for the completion of his Eagle project. He designed a bulletin board sign for the ? Historic Congressional Cemetery. He was an experienced welder and wanted to use those skills to make a durable sign structure made of steel with galvanized coating that would last for years. Jack worked with the Cemetery to develop the design and recieve approval to proceed. To honor Jack's memory, Jack's scout and school friends volunteered to complete the project. Many of them learning welding and other design and fabrication skills in the process. A special thank you is owed to the Capitol Hill Community Foundation for providing funding for this project. Thank you to the scouts and adult scouters of Scouts BSA Troop 380 for thier kindness and support.

Scouts BSA (formerly Boy Scouts of America)

Jack was very active in Scouts BSA, participating and leading numerous scout meetings, events, and outings. He especially enjoyed the High Adventure Program, living on a 50-foot sailboat for a week around St. John with Seabase and hiking 115 miles in the Philmont Scout Ranch in the mountains in New Mexico. He lead the entire troop as the Senior Patrol Leader for two school years.

Jack loved the outdoors. He was an avid hiker, skier, sailor, and fisherman.

Jack enjoyed a wide range of activities and family traditions while growing up. From making sourdough buckwheat pancakes or sweet potato rolls to watching the Seattle Seahawks to making pizza while cruising the highway at 70 mph, Jack enjoyed life.