Jalen Aaron Oman was born Christmas Eve 1996 and his mom said he was the best Christmas present she could have received. Even though Jalen was born on Christmas Eve his mom always assured Jalen had his birthday celebration. She made sure that day was his day first, and then the family celebrated Christmas with nana and papa later that evening.
Jalen didn’t plan, or want, to leave this world yet. His heart and home were always in Fremont Ohio except for the last three years. He went to school here, graduated from Ross in 2015 and went to the University of Akron for about a year. Jalen loved playing all sports for as long as we can remember. He started by playing football at the rec and then middle school. His papa taught him how to golf, and Jalen got pretty good at that and played on the Little Giants golf team. Then he made the track team his junior and senior years of high school and barely missed breaking the long-standing vault record by less than two inches. He was so close! Jalen also loved hunting and fishing, shooting hoops, and just about anything he could do outdoors.
In addition to his mother, Rachel Oman, Jalen is survived by his sister Ariah Jones, who he loved with all his heart and soul. He is also survived by his nana and papa Linda and Jeff Oman, three special cousins McKenna Pettiford and Briana Oman who were like sisters to him, and “little brother” Nate Craig, and his great-grandma Joanne Oman. Jalen also has some awesome aunts and uncles that stood by him every second of every day: Christina (Scott) Craig, Rikki (Tony Molnar} Oman, and Matthew (Charee) Oman. Finally, Jalen is also survived by his dad Travis Bulger, sister Rashonda Brown and other brothers and sisters, Grandma Vickie Washington, Papa Dee Robert McKinstry and Momo Patricia McKinstry, the rest of his Bulger family and too many other family members to mention.
Jalen was met at the gate by grandad Oman, grandma Hawkins, Uncle Mike Oman, Aunt Karen Charles, and a huge group of others who loved him.
There will be a celebration of Jalen’s life at Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral home, 425 E. State St, Fremont, OH, on Sunday, September 26th from 1pm to 3pm with services to take place at 3pm. Attendees are asked to wear bright colors and be ready to share memories of Jalen with others. Please consider wearing a mask to protect others during visitation.
In lieu of flowers, or if you would like to make a donation, an account has been opened at Fremont Federal Credit Union in memory of Jalen. Please make sure you follow these directions:
Fremont Federal Credit Union Savings account 70506
Rachel Oman (Jalen Oman Memorial Fund)
NOTE: You must use Rachel’s name first when depositing funds (not just “Jalen Oman Memorial Fund”). All receipts will have Jalen Oman Memorial Fund on them. Donations can be made electronically using account number 70506 and will be donated to a charity or foundation dealing with addictions and recovery.
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Priscilla Richardson
Gone Too Soon! ❤️My heart is heavy because he’s one of our babies. I believe Jalen knew how to call on the name of Jesus, because the foundation was definitely laid in his life.
I’m praying Gods Super natural Strength for everyone who is connected to Jalen. The Angels of God is comforting you all on every side.
Stay Close to God Family. I Love You Vickie
Rebecca Mallonee
Jalen knew Jesus, he was very connected to his creator. He is safe in the arms of Jesus. I’m so very sorry for your loss. Jalen was so sweet, such a gentleman. My heart is broken. He will be missed and never forgotten.
God bless.
Gail Johnson
I am so sorry for the loss of your precious son Jalen Aaron Oman, God wrap your loving arms around his family and comfort each one them and give them strength in the Midnight Hour, And wipe their tears away today and everyday, Amen
Terry Wilhelm
Rachel and the Entire Oman Family,
With deepest and most sorrowful sadness, my Heart and Prayers are with you all. Your family has always been very special to the Wilhelm family, going back many, many years. In times like this, we are not to ask the question why, though Praying for understanding is certainly acceptable. May God bring you all, in your own way, the Peace and Solace that surpasses all understanding. Look and listen for those signs that, Jalen with God now, will be sending you for your own understanding. Jalen will now be closer to each of you than ever before, in the air that you breathe and the steps that you take, until that day when he meets you at the gate of Heaven to welcome you home. Your family is a strong family and one of Faith, allow these two forces see you through together in the time ahead. May God Bless each of with Jalen’s spiritual presence, knowing he is your light in your journey here on earth.
Terry Wilhelm
Emily Estep
Extremely sorry to Jalens family for his loss.
Me and Jalen were friends for years & had so many memories!!! Jalen was seriously the most real person I’ve met. And always was a listening ear. Such a kind beautiful soul gone way too soon. Will forever be missed and loved! Prayers for his family, they gained a beautiful angel.
Keri Wittenmyer
He was a good boy! My son (Logan Johnson) hung around with him in high school some & I always thought he was very nice & very respectful! Prayers to the entire family!
Keri Wittenmyer
Mary Freeman
Rachael it’s been so long since I saw you, sending prayers to the family. ❤️❤️
Corry Benson
We shared a bond from day 1 when we meet in Florida our story was pretty much the same , I love you my brother I’ll never forget the times we had …. See you later brother prayers for your family
Sabrina Bates
May The Peace of GOD Surround Your Entire Family as You Lay This Angel to Rest! I Pray that You find Peace Each & Everyday Forward…… Much Love & Respect To All The Family & Friends
Sabrina Bates
To The Family of Jalen, May GOD grant You Peace & Understanding. My Heart goes out to You All. I Pray that as days go on You Lean On GOD for Strength❤️
Susan little
May God be with you all through this difficult time. Please know that Jalen will always be with you. You may not know it. But he will be that first snow flake that falls on you he will be that butterfly that is always around you. And the hummingbird. That brisk of cold air. He will be with you at all times. He will be the one who is playing little tricks on you when you can’t find what you’re looking for. Jalen was good friends with my so Ryan Goodwin. They played football together from the very beginning. Jalen will be missed by many and loved by all.May you all find the strength that you need through our Lord.bless you all.
Martha and Scott Mead
Sorry to hear of your loss of your grandson, Linda and Jeff.