Jonathan-Scharer-Obituary

Jonathan M. Scharer

New York, New York

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SCHARER-Jonathan M. It is with overwhelming sadness that everyone at Overland Entertainment mourns the loss of our beloved founder, fearless leader, mentor, visionary, and most of all, our so dearly loved friend. You will be with us always and are forever in our hearts. We will carry on your...

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Markey Luv from the Fabulous Bud E Luv Show here. So fondly do I remember Jonathan. We were the wackiest act ever but Jonathan dug it and brought us to NYC to play several months off Broadway in the Jewel Box Theatre. Imagine our surprise to arrive in the city and see literally thousands of posters with our mugs on them everywhere. Jonathan spent hours with me discussing the minutia of our act as if it was the most important conversation ever. It was a gift to know him and a lesson on how to...

Jonathan didn't just touch your heart, he grabbed it, and when he did, you knew you were loved - you knew you were special. When he first came into my life, I knew nothing would ever be the same, and now that he's gone, I feel the same way. Nothing will ever quite be the same. It was truly an honor to have him in my life, and I will cherish his memory forever.

To Jonathan: Of course no one said it quite like Elvis. "...You have made my dreams come true, and I love you so. Love...

The advice Jonathan gave me on how to deal with Chinese take-out changed my life.

I was Jonathan's assistant for a number of years. The workload was always intense but fun. I would sit right in front of him while he sat at his desk talking on the phone, taking notes, sending emails, all the while he's interjecting in everyone else’s conversation cause the walls at Overland are real thin and no one can seem to figure out how to use an intercom. A tight ship with a loose...

I first met Jonathan when I was on Brad Gelfond's desk at Triad Artists. He treated people with respect, whether you were an assistant or head of the agency. Our mutual respect and friendship continued for over 15 years. I will miss him greatly.

I was so sorry to hear of the passing of Jonathan. Although we had known each other for only five years, I considered him a dear friend. Meeting him professionally quickly turned into a friendship that I cherished. To all of your family and friends, my deepest sympathy - to you Jonathan - I miss you already!

It was the summer of 1970. The Schaefer Music Festival at Harvard Stadium in Cambridge , Ma. I was working for Ron Delsener as was Jonathan. I was working sound for Bob Kirenan , Jonathan was running things on sight for Ron. It was Wednesday August 12th. Jonathan runs to the stage area in a controlled panic."We've got no sound equipment! Kiernan's schlepper in N.Y. is stuck on the Connecticut Turnpike, what the hell are we going to do? " Janis Joplin was playing that night and we had three...

I first met Jonathan in the eighties when he helped book acts for the Garden State Center. It was such a pleasure working with him.He was always there for you. He was a pro. But what I admired most, was his genuine sensitivity about one's concerns. I will never forget him. My deepest condolences to his family.

Yes its been 34 years since I first met Jon...Groucho Marx show at Carnegie Hall. He was working for Ron Delsener at the time. I can't believe how long it has been. Love to his family, friends and colleagues..my thoughts are with you all!

I was greatly saddened to learn of Jonathan's passing this week. Although we would "reenter" each other's lives only periodically over the last 20 years, he was a mentor, a 'class act' and most importantly a friend. I will miss him greatly. My condolences to his family, loved ones and colleagues.