You have wonderful memories of Jason. They will become invaluable as the months pass. You were blessed with a great friendship. It seems that you had many adventures together. It's nice to be able to fall back on those memories. They will bring a wistful smile to your face as tears buildup. It sounds like the Army was a perfect career for him. It always amazes how people find their way in life. It's so tragic when we lose our finest. It makes me happy that the Military Community and his home State recognize the man of substance that Jason was.
And you are such a sweet person. God bless you, you make your family name (whatever it is) worthy of respect and honor.