DUTTWEILER, Jonathan Scott, beloved son of William Harold and Brenda M. Duttweiler, passed away suddenly on May 20, 2008. Jonathan was a student at the University of Mississippi in Oxford, Mississippi. Jonathan is survived by his parents; his favorite aunt, Barbara M. Gates; two cousins, Edward Sydney Gates III and his daughter, Connor Elizabeth Gates, of Roanoke, and Lewis Gerard Gates and his wife, Jenny, of Fort Mill, S.C. He is also survived by two grandmothers, Rebecca F. McCord of Orange, Va. and Velda M. Duttweiler of Winston-Salem, N.C. Jonathan was predeceased by his grandfathers, Ewald Delbert McCord and William Harold Duttweiler Sr., and a special uncle, Edward Sydney Gates Jr., who cherished their mutual interest in hunting and fishing. Arrangements are private. The family requests no contact. No flowers please. All memorials may be made to Boy Scouts of America, Troop 444, where Jonathan attained the Eagle Scout rank. Troop 444 meets at Reveille United Methodist Church, where Jonathan was a member since birth, July 12, 1985. Mark gifts: c/o Mr. Ian Coddington, Scoutmaster, Reveille United Methodist Church, 4200 Cary Street Road, Richmond, Va. 23221-2526.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
Bill and Brenda,
We were so sorry to learn about your loss. I recall the joy and pride with which Bill talked about Jonathan around the lunch table back at Marcellus Wright's office years ago. It was always very clear how precious he was to you all. We are praying you will know the comfort and hope that only God through the Lord Jesus Christ can offer at this time.
With sympathy,
Charles and Julia Piper
June 21, 2008 | Richmond, VA
Brenda and Bill, Words fail me but I am with you in spirit. Loss is a terrible thing to bear.
Jean Donaldson
June 10, 2008 | Richmond, VA
Brenda and Bill, We are thinking about you and praying for God to help you in this time of loss. We love you both. Sincerely,
Nancy and Ed Bailey
June 03, 2008 | Richmond, VA
Bill and Brenda,
Though years and circumstances have separated us, nothing can separate us from the love of God. I am so sorry to learn of Jonathan's passing. Please accept my deepest sympathy and understamd that I am only a phone call away.
Anna FlynnJackson
May 30, 2008 | Catlett & Winston-Salem
Mrs. Duttweiler--
The obituary I read in the paper saddened me. I didn't know Jonathan, but I knew you from the days at The Braxton School many moons ago. I did the math and figured you must have been pregnant with Jonathan when I attended. My heart goes out to you and your family. He sounds like a very special boy. And because of your tribute to him, please know I'm holding my two sons a little tighter now. I hope you're able to let the memories flow and comfort you at this time.
Linda (Headley) Peay
May 28, 2008 | Mechanicsville, VA
Dear Bill,
From getting to know you and your family over the past few years, I know how important Jonathan was to you and Brenda and how much you both cared deeply about him. I always enjoyed hearing you talk about how he was doing in school and about his adventures including the things you guys did together--like the Oklahoma hunting trip last November. I can not imagine the heartbreak that you and Brenda, as well as the extended family, must now be feeling.
Just remember that...
Bob Allen
May 27, 2008 | Richmond, VA
Bill and Brenda
Words are a small comfort in your time of grief but it is all I can offer along with a prayer. Having watched Jonathan grow into a fine young man heped me see the need to raise my children in the right way. I think you two set a mighty good example for ALL parents. I speak for my family, but we are truly priviledged to have shared the farm on occasion with the guys to enjoy their hunting excursions.
Take Care and God bless.
Ricky Rash and family
Ricky Rash
May 27, 2008 | Crewe, VA
Dear Brenda and Bill, During this sad time I feel far away from Richmond VA. Your sadness must be overwhelming and I am unable to hug you. George and I are sorry for the pain and grief you are experiencing during this time. I remember when you brought doughnuts over to our kitchen when the boys were 2-3 years old and we took them to play at Avalon Pool. It was sunny that carefree summer day. I pray, in time, you are able to feel the warmth of sun and love of friends. God loves...
Sally and George Moxley
May 25, 2008 | Oxford England
Brenda and Bill,
I am so saddened to hear this news. I remember with fondness of teaching Sunday School to Jonathan when he was in first and second grade. May God wrap his loving arms around you both and for all who grieve for Jonathan. In Feb. I moved To Cape Cod but Reveille will always be my church family. With great love to you both, Jan
Janice Roth
May 25, 2008 | Cape Cod, MA
