My name is Jimmy Stines, and I am the Daddy of Jana Stines.

There is no pain greater than not knowing where your child is. Since the day Jana went missing, our lives have been shattered. I can’t even describe what it’s like to wake up every morning hoping today will bring answers, and then going to bed every night with the same crushing silence. As a Daddy, I’ve always seen it as my job to protect my kids. And now, not being able to protect Jana—just not knowing if she’s safe—is something I carry every minute of every day.

Jana is my daughter, my pride, my heart. She’s smart, strong-willed, and full of life. She has a fire in her spirit, but she also has a deep kindness, especially toward her little sister Tayler. Watching her grow up into the young woman she is today has been one of the greatest joys of my life. And now, there’s this hole—this emptiness—where her presence used to be.

Since Jana’s disappearance, nothing has been the same. Our family is struggling. There’s an ache that doesn’t go away. We’re trying to hold on to each other, but the truth is we’re barely holding on at all. Every moment is consumed by fear, confusion, and the constant question: “Where is she?”

 To anyone out there who knows something, I am begging you—as a father—please come forward. We need the truth. We need answers. My daughter deserves to be found, and we deserve to know what happened. If there is even the smallest piece of information that could help bring her home, please speak up. Don’t let silence be the reason we never see our girl again.

Jana, if you can hear this—your daddy is still looking. I love you with all my heart. I always have, and I always will. We’re not giving up. I won’t stop until we bring you home.

Thank you.

— Jimmy Stines

Daddy of Jana Stines