Jay Schaber of Lompoc passed away Saturday, June 9, 2007, at the age of 57.
Jay was born July 13, 1949 in Eden Prairie, Minnesota to Evelyn and Harold Schaber. After graduating from the University of Minnesota with a master's degree in gemology he went to work with his father as a jeweler. He owned and operated Schaber's Jewelry Store in Solvang for over 25 years, retiring in 1995.
Jay enjoyed riding his motorcycle.
His son and daughter-in-law, Jason and Yvonne Schaber of Deerfield Beach, Florida, and a granddaughter, Yva Schaber, survive Jay.
No local services will be held. Cremation will be followed by private inurnment in Florida. Arrangements are under the direction of Starbuck-Lind Mortuary.