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Jon Goerke

Mill Valley, California

Jan 15, 1929 – Jul 8, 2023

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BORN
January 15, 1929
DIED
July 8, 2023
LOCATION
Mill Valley, California

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Dr. Rudolph Jonathan (Jon) Goerke III, 94, longtime Mill Valley resident, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on July 8, 2023 from congestive heart failure and complications of chronic lymphocytic leukemia.Jon was born on January 15, 1929 in Newark, New Jersey, the older of two...

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Thanks to Dana's picture for bringing back fond memories...Music Nights with the Goerkes and the Sperrys; back to back harpsichords; and the beautiful house on Marlin. I was always amazed at Jon's daily commute, by bike, from Mill Valley to Parnassus, revolutionary at the time, and still impressive! Our family sends condolences and best wishes to yours. Michael Stern

Betty I´m sorry for your loss of Jon. I will always remember the two of you dancing so beautifully together. Much love to you, Caren

Dr. Jon and I sang together in quartet for 18 years. That is me on the right, that brown hair has long gone white. The With Relish Quartet sang with several leads and tenors over the years, but Doc and I anchored baritone and bass all that time. We grew as musicians together. Dr. Jon Goerke was a good man. Full stop. I never saw him not be thoughtful and kind. And wicked smart too. My heart goes out to Betty and family. I have lost a dear friend, and the barbershop world has...

Many happy memories of singing with Jon - a real stalwart - RIP

Dearest Betty and family, We are sad for the loss of Jon but send you respect, admiration and caring for the life of this wonderful man. You´re in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Kathryn Freschi

We will miss you Uncle Jon!