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Jon Guilford Obituary
Mulliken - Age 63; Jon "Skully" Guilford was born August 26, 1955 and died August 27, 2018 in Mulliken. He was known for the stories he told, his incredible memory, and often shared simple yet practical advice. The love he had for his family was deep-rooted, though not always outwardly expressed. He enjoyed living life to the fullest and MINDING HIS OWN BUSINESS! He was preceded in death by his left leg and by his dad, Loren Russell Guilford, who was the toughest man in town. He is survived by his mother, Arletta; sister, Ann (Tim) Leeck; children, Michael (Shira), Loren II (Brittany), and Cassie Guilford; grandchildren, Lily Fullingim, Marley and Cecelia Guilford; nephews, Christopher (Kelli) Goodwin and Austin Leeck; niece, Hilary Goodwin; great nephews and niece, Andrew Tessmer, Oliver and Emily Goodwin; and numerous extended family. A small memorial gathering will be held at the Mulliken park on Saturday September 1 from 1 pm to 3 pm.
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Alicia
August 26, 2021
I really miss going on adventures with you Skully. Your dearly missed
Alicia Edmonds
August 24, 2020
Was so quick to laugh and cheerful. Had so much fun and lots of laughs... Love and miss you Skully
sadie
October 2, 2018
jon, now a crazy-brilliant star in the night sky ;)
You hold a space in my heart infinitely...
Sending strength and peace to your family
xo
sadie
Debra Pung
September 1, 2018
Jon amazed me with his stories and his knowledge of history. Deepest sympathy to his family. Rip Jon..
John Hall
August 31, 2018
So long ole friend...
Lori Lumbert
August 30, 2018
My condolences to the Guilford family
Alicia Edmonds
August 30, 2018
I will miss you alot, always an adventure when you were around...
August 30, 2018
Jon you were always a gentle man to me & you were liked by So Many people. Always a smile on your face when I saw you & always had a great outlook on Your Life as you filled it the brim with all you wanted. You will be missed.. Your Loving Friend Diane Holland. Rest in Peace my Child.
Carol Finney
August 30, 2018
My heart aches, no words to express. May the good Lord hold his children Michael, Loren and Cassie close and give them comfort. Prayers for Arletta, Ann & family. Love you Jon, always will.
rebecca jackson
August 30, 2018
I am going to miss u so much and u have always been a good friend and a friend in my worst of times. I have so many memories one of my favorites is of u wearing a pink frilly apron cooking grilled cheese for my three kids singing the whole time. I miss u love ya always and u will never be forgotten
JoAn Holcomb
August 30, 2018
Skully.....you were one of the smartest persons I ever had the pleasure of knowing....also one of the funniest....my memories of you will always be filled with all of the deep intellectual talks we had where you would totally lose me in the middle and make me laugh by the end....RIP my friend
Kathy Mikesell
August 29, 2018
Jon loved his children. To each one of them, Michael, Loren 11, and Cassandra, your hearts are in the Lords hands, and though your dad is no longer present in life, your heavenly Father is with you in your time of sorrow,and guides you gently in His love. Know that I love you all, Christ be with you. ,
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