Jason D. “Jay” Arno died on March 1, 2023, from injuries sustained while fighting a structure fire at a commercial building.

Jay lit up every room he walked into. North Buffalo born, he attended St. Rose of Lima grade school before attending Canisius High School. He entered the culinary arts program at Erie Community College, which allowed him the opportunity to intern as a chef in Italy.

After many years in the restaurant business working both front and back of the house, Jay decided to enlist in the Buffalo fire academy. He graduated and became a Buffalo Fire Fighter in 2019. It was one of the greatest achievements of his entire life. He was proud to serve and protect his community and work alongside the brave men and women of the Buffalo fire department.

Jay and his then fiancée welcomed a baby girl in June 2019 and were wed in September 2022. Jay was a devoted husband and an adoring father to his wife, Sarah, and daughter, Olivia. He lived and breathed for his family.

He is also survived by seven siblings, his parents, and countless friends. He was cherished by all who knew him and left an unforgettable mark on every life he touched. He is greatly missed.