Jay Allen Sobojinski

Jay Allen Sobojinski, 54, passed away peacefully in his sleep on April 20, 2026, in Chehalis, Washington. Jay was born on November 16, 1971, in Adams, Wisconsin.

Jay graduated from Baraboo High School, Wisconsin in 1989. During his early career years, he was a machine operator at the former RR Donnelley & Sons in Baraboo. Over time, he discovered his true calling as an exceptional chef. His culinary talents led him to work at numerous restaurants over the years, most recently O'Blarneys Irish Pub in Centralia Washington.

Jay is survived by his loving fiancée, Jolyne Tarver of Chehalis, Washington; his children Amanda Skvortsov(Art) Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, along with grandchildren Berlin and Maya; Tyler Sobojinski Baraboo, Wisconsin; and Trinity Sobojinski Fitchburg, Wisconsin. He is also survived by his parents Richard Sobojinski(Martha) Wisconsin Dells and Edith Erickson (Fred Williams), Baraboo, as well as his brother Thomas Sobojinski Phoenix Arizona.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents John Sobojinski Sr. and Violet Harrison, Edward and Geraldine Erickson. 

Jay enjoyed woodworking in his spare time, doing numerous remodeling projects at home and beginning to start a woodworking business with Jolyne. He created beautiful frames for Jolyne's art and custom pieces.

Arrangements are pending for a private graveside service with the family. Jay will be deeply missed by those who knew him. May his memory bring comfort to all who mourn his passing.