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for Jonathon Miller
December 18, 2009
hey buddy,
still no internet at home, i miss it
because i could talk to you anytime.
i miss you so
i love you momma
November 14, 2009
jonathon michael
we have had trouble with our computer i am soso sorry i have wanted to talk to you and let you know i miss you sooooooooo much
love you momma
August 22, 2009
mr. miller,
i will never stop missing you,
or wanting you to come home. it still doesn't seem real. i did watch hunter race. he is such a special boy. tori and troy are doing such a great job! daddy and i also went to their wedding, i cried like a baby of course!!!i love you so much big guy
you are the bravest man ever. i wish i could of helped you more
love momma
August 10, 2009
jonathon michael,
i miss you so much! i wish you were really here to talk to so i can hear you.
i am finally going to watch hunter race!!! i am scared but as you well know he has plenty of trophys now. he names everything after you.
he misses you so very much! he is just like his daddy.
i love you son
momma
Jonda McRay
August 6, 2009
dear Jon,
Where do i begin to write how i feel. i miss you more and more each day. my heart still has not healed. i have your shirt from the amazing jonathon show in my living room. not a day goes by that i dont sit and stare at it and think what if. but i just want you to know that i do love you and miss you so very much.
Love Jonda
Barbie Yerian
July 14, 2009
Hay , jon
its me i just wanted to say hello its been over a year since youve been gone.It was a very sad day for all of us .I was right by your side all the way and i wouldnt had it any other way.I still beleave your here with us in spirt watchin over your mom . she really misses you.We talk about you all the time about things you did to make us laough.And yes we know about the barn young man .I love you and miss you.
momma
July 13, 2009
jonathon michael,
i really need to talk to you.
i miss you sooooo much. (I KNOW YHAT YOU ARE UP THERE DANCING WITH M.J) but buddy i can't take this much longer, someone took my camera the only last pic's that we had and then today my mothers bible cover is gone. i truly am about ready to never leave the house. i know that you are busy with dillard and mj i can only immagine how that is i wish you could send me a picture of that!!!!
i love you
and i miss you so much son
sorry but like i said i needed to talk to you
Stephanie (Roll) Hurst
June 30, 2009
Dear Jon,
I can't believe another 4th of July is coming around without you. I saw you last night. We were young, 13 if a day, sitting on the wooden seat between the 2nd and 3rd floor of Everts. It was a strange dream; it was a perfect memory of all the times we sat around on the bench talking about pointless, silly things the way all young teenagers do, but there was a lingering sadness hanging around because I knew that you were gone. I would give anything to hear you speak again. I would give anything to sit around with you and Brandon and get scared silly because we hear the noises that all houses make and think that they're more than that. When I look back at my own life, you are there for the best, the worst, the funniest, and the saddest moments. And I would give anything to be able to have more of those moments with you. I miss you, my friend.
momma
June 23, 2009
jonathon michael,
thanks to jack and jodi we have another year to talk. you know ray ray named his first born son after you!!! he even spelled your name right.!! oh baby boy i miss you so very much. i cry so much for you.
i love you
momma
Aunt Chris
May 20, 2009
Stinky,
I look at the 4th of July differently since the last bath I gave you. We promised we would see each other on that day. It is almost like a game of Hide and Seek. At a glimpes, I may see you at dad's in a sitting chair, standing by the tree, I see you and Dillard at the beach playing volley ball, and checking out the girls. But, Buddy, you look good no more illness, pain, or sorrow in your eyes. When the sun goes down and the fireworks light up the sky; Your smile I can see, and with that there is a promise I will be looking for you again next year! Love, Aunt Chris
Ann Cook
May 12, 2009
Dear Jonathon,
Since it has been a year since you left us, I guess it's time I write to you.
What a pleasure it was to watch you and your brothers grow up. Your parents always made Christmas very special at your house. For MANY years I faithfully enjoyed wrapping all the presents for you, Joshua and Joseph, then on Christmas Eve I'd put on my Santa hat, pile the presents in my car and deliver them. Of course you boys were too excited to go to bed so we usually had to hide the presents in the car or truck until you were asleep. I was always excited when you Mother included ALOT of batteries. What you didn't know is the I got to play with your toys before you did!!!!! Those are only a few of the memories I have when I think of you.
You have touched so many people and have left us with so many wonderful memories.
Why you were taken from us is hard to understand, but I know some day we'll all be together again in a perfect world.
You fought an unbelievable battle and although you are gone and deeply missed, I am happy to know that you are at peace and no longer in pain.
For now I close with one last thing that I thought I would never say and I say it only because it's you.................
GO BLUE!!!!!!!!!
Much Love,
Ann
P.S. Your picture is still at my work station, only now it also includes Hunter.
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jonathon michael,
we love you so very much, we miss you every day, your laughter, your smiles, your voice,
your hugs and kisses. your ability to make us smile and laugh and your strenght and courage. we do love you and miss you oh so very much son
dad, momma, joshua, joseph, hunter and ruffy dale
Chuck Payne
May 10, 2009
Bud,
The past year has been an exceptionally difficult one for us all as we have lost a father, grandson, son, brother, nephew, uncle, cousin, and friend. This void will never be replaced in our lives. The character you exhibited during your illness and prognosis was exemplary.
You were a gift...from the day you were born until your death...that is how I will remember you and cherish these memories forever. I thank God for knowing you & placing you into our lives & showing us your strength & courage during adversity. We all love & miss you very much. Godspeed, Bud. You will always be in our hearts!
momma
May 9, 2009
jonathon michael
it was this time last year on this very day that i called for your dad and your brothers i was sitting beside you (i was always up your butt anyway) they all gathered around i didn't know why i called them but we just sat there and talked to you there were so many people were here, peggy was beside me deirdra was sitting on the bed and winky was here aunt chris jamie cheryl the nurse you were making fun at, paster lynn,then
all of a sudden you sat straight up, and you said NO...... we saw the breath being taken from your body your chest moved out like nothing like i have ever seen before. you laid down, i said are you in pain, then i called to cheryl, she listened and shook her head NO jonathon michael i know you are no longer in pain, that is what matters to me. my heart will never stop aching for you. (it's my job) ( I HAVE SPOKEN)
i love you and i miss you so very much son
May 9, 2009
always making us laugh
May 9, 2009
loved to eat
May 9, 2009
he loved his little bike
May 9, 2009
ready for the pumpkin show
May 9, 2009
grandma lorri and your daddy
May 9, 2009
Teressa Fout
May 9, 2009
Jonathon i only knew you as a infant and toddler. you were so amazing, very sweet and always cried for your mommy when she would drop you off at my house to babysit while she went to work and seeing those tearie little eyes and would look back at you hating to go to work..your mommy is so amazing and full of strenth and courage as you were. and too you little hunter, i know you will always know your daddy..just look at your uncle josh and uncle joe they look like your daddy so much..your grandpa johnny, the stength he has within him..look at grandma lorri, what amazing person she was, the love and courage, the amazing strenth that she had watching your daddy go through this illness..the smiles she always gave your daddy..she is my hero..so when you start missing your daddy, look at your wonderful grandma the love she has for her children and you hunter..you will always see your daddy, your daddy's kind heart, his beautiful smile, his courage and strenth, and the love your daddy has for you.
my baby and i
May 9, 2009
Tori Myers
May 8, 2009
Well Jon, it has been 1 year since you left us. We miss you dearly. Hunter has started baseball season for this year. He is doing well. He looks just like you out on the field. Your mom has this picture of you, you are about Hunter's age, sitting on the bench and it is almost scary how much it looks like Hunter. You are making a face that Hunter makes all the time!! He is doing well though. He does have his moments, and we just sit and talk about you and all the things that you guys did together. He misses you so much. We all do.
Like Father like Son
May 8, 2009
Jamie Bouton
May 6, 2009
Dear John,
Its has been a year since you were taken from us. Just like your mom says, why do things like this happen to good people. Its also totally unfair. A day has not gone by that I have thought or talk about you. I have a picture of you sitting above my bed so when I open my eyes in the morning I can see you, and live for you. It took me while to get back to my normal self after you passed. I didn't know what I was going to do, because it seemed that every little thing reminded me of you. I even have a picture of you on my wall paper, on my phone. After I realized I couldn't live life being depressed, I decided that I was going to show you that I am going to live for you, because you were cut short. I miss your phone calls, I miss your emails. I miss your hugs. I promise I have been trying to keep in touch with your brothers. I told you I would. Remember when I came to see you and stayed with you in the hospital. I kinda knew that, that was the last time I would see you.And you told me that I would probably never see you again. We just held each other and cried. But despite everything going on, you wanted to laugh and have a good time. We ate our favorite food, talked about our kids. But you know, that wasn't the last time we saw each other. The day before you passed, I got to Aunt Lori's and I walked in to see you. You smiled SO big. You were so happy to see me. That made my life Jon. You knew I was there, you knew I would come because I told you I would. I want to go back to before you got sick. When Dillard was here. You two used to bug the heck outta me! I want you both to stop in sometime and bug me. I am jealous that you have each other. You changed me Jon. I didn't think I ever would change. But you made me appreciate all the things you were loosing. I promised you, I will take care of your family. I am trying. You are one of the most loved people I know. It was an honor to speak at your funeral. I know you wanted me to. Enough of this sappy stuff. Please stop in Johnson City and give me a hug. I could really use one from you. I love you with all my heart and soul. Your cousin, Jamie
John, Jeff and Jamie
May 6, 2009
May 5, 2009
Jonathon Michael
oh my lands son today is really hard. more than once you said mom i know you are not suppose to ask god why and i know i could get cancer anywhere but why my brain? everyday i say what if i would of done this what if i would of done that mabey you would still be here. i suppose that is what every parent says. but everyday i also ask myself WHY?
and i ask myself that because i know god has his reasons and we should not question that. mabey someday we will find out what god has instore for you.
i do miss you so much son.
it is not so much fun any more. no one wants to have fun any more,. grumpy grumpy grumpy grumpy.
i lovr you momma
you making faces at cheryl behind her back!!
mommma
May 4, 2009
remember when your hospice nurse cheryl was here and every time she turned her back to ask me a question you would make a face at her. i bet she is still wondering what we were all laughing about!!
Aunt Marcia
May 4, 2009
When Elyse was little, I went one night after work to pick her up from the sitter’s. She was outside, which surprised me since it was dark. I asked her what she was doing, and she said she was singing to Grandpa Todd, Grandma Womack, and her sister Becky, because they are the stars. Jon is one of those stars – he’s shinning down on you every day and has his arms and love around his family. Remember how he smiled; even in the tough times, he smiled. When Jon learned to talk he had such a tiny, soft voice. Boy did that change! He was an angel, but as we all know he was an imp as well. You could just see it in his eyes!
So Jon, I expect you are well fed with all the Grandma’s that were waiting to welcome you with a picnic, Great Papaw Graves playing his harmonica, and the rest with their fishing hooks all baited just waiting for you to cast the first one into the pond. We love you and miss you baby boy; you’ll always be in our hearts.
P.S. Tell Elvis I said ‘Hi’.
Theresa & Gene Schultz
May 4, 2009
Jonathon was an amazing person! I can remember him sitting with me at Big 10 and telling me about becoming a Dad! He got a big smile on his face and I swear his chest puffed out a foot! He was so very proud of his son Hunter! I don't think that I have ever met someone with the strength that Johathon had. No matter what he was going thru, he always worried about others and what they were going thru. God is very lucky to have Jonathon at his side. Jonathon - Keep an eye on us until we get there, okay? If you would, please give my mom a hug and kiss and tell her "Luke" loves and misses her! John and Lorri - You know we are here for you both, whatever you need, please let us know.
Love you all
Vicki & Ray Barbee
May 2, 2009
Jonathon was a great kid. I will never forget the day he chased me in Block's Shoes with a snake in a box. He thought it was so funny. Love Ya!!! Vicki
you loved papaw harold so much
May 1, 2009
Laura Allen
May 1, 2009
Jonathon I am missing my friend. I have so many memories of our friendship the good times and bad times we shared together.I can remember to this when your Mom told me the saddend news,that her baby boy had cancer.It was alot rough times and one thing that I know you was a fighter and you fought this all the way to the end. I seen you when you having good days and the bad days when was in pain and to know that you are not in pain and you are at peace and that comforts me. I wilel miss you and have you deep in my heart and soul.You were a great friend and a good hearted person my friend.Jonathon was great son,father and a good man.Jonathon was a beautiful inspiration to us all,he was kind and thoughtful, funny and sweet. I Know God has a beautiful angel with him now. His strength was amazing. Jonathon's bright smile will be with us all forever more.
To the Miller Family,
With heartfelt sympathy....I think of you and wishing you hope in the midst of sorrow, comfort in the midst of pain.
I can’t comprehend just how sad you must feel for the loss of someone you love. This sorrowful time must still feel unreal,remember to look for strength from above.
I hope, from my heart, that your pain will decrease, that your spirit will gain strength again, and I pray that your faith will create inner peace and that God will send blessings to you and your family.
Jonathon will always be with you. His laughter and his wisdom, his kindness and thoughtfulness are gifts of love that are yours to keep.
May the gifts he has given each of you help console you now and fill your heart with memories that will always comfort you.
My deepest condolences....Jonathon's bright smile will be with us all forever more.
Evan Wright
April 30, 2009
Hey cousin, its Evan. I hope u know that i miss you and love you. I know your looking down on me. I've been doing the best i can looking out for Josh and Jo Jo like you told me too. It's just so hard with you not being here with me. I Love You cousin.
Peggy Conrad
April 29, 2009
If Tears Could Build A Stairway
If tears could build a stairway,
and memories a lane,
I would walk right up to Heaven
and bring you back again.
No farewell words were spoken,
No time to say “Goodbye”,
You were gone before I knew it,
and only God knows why.
My heart still aches with sadness,
and secret tears still flow,
What it meant to love you-
No one can ever know.
But now I know you want me
to mourn for you no more:
To remember all the happy times,
life still has in store
Since you’ll never be forgotten,
I pledge to you today-
A hollowed place within my heart
is where you’ll always stay.
Peggy Conrad
April 29, 2009
Jonathon, it's almost been a year since God called you home. The pain is still there like the day we lost you. I miss you so much. I miss your calls and visits. I have so many memories of you, that I hold dearly in my heart. I so treasure the time I got to spend with you. I think of you everyday & look at your picture on my mantel. I know your Mom still has a hard time, I can only imagine her pain and everyday struggle. The memories we have of you will help us go on. I know your at peace and pain free now and that helps us. I love you and miss you very much son.
Aunt Judy
April 29, 2009
Hey, Sweetie, I guess you know we all miss you. And I guess you know your Momma is having a very hard time, especially now. Could you do me a great big favor and pay her a visit every once in a while? Take a lesson from Grandma: she knows when I'm in a pickle and she always comes by at night...it just feels like a cat walking on the bed. I always smile and say," Hi, Ma," then she goes back up to Heaven and has a great laugh! Give her a hug and a kiss for me, will you? We'll all be up there before you know it! Time does pass quickly. I love you so, you know.
PS Traci and Jeff both want you to remember the great get-togethers we used to have!
Aunt Sharon
April 28, 2009
I sit here reading the enteries and my heart aches and tears run down my face. I miss you so very much. I remember the times we had together and I also remember the times we lost and will never have...
I will always remember the trip you took with me to North Carolina to see your consin Jim. I am sorry we never made it to the diamond fields.
Jonathon you are in my thought and will always be in my heart.
I rejoyous that some day we will see each other again when I make it to Heaven.
Tell Grandma Jo that we love her and miss her very much. OK!
David and Michele Schrake
April 28, 2009
We were the lucky ones that got to know Jonathon. He touched our lives and left footprints on our hearts! He was a lovable person and was the strongest person I ever met. I wish I could be as strong as he was. I remember taking him to the House of Japan... I will never forget his face when they started to cook right in front of him!..lol He loved his lobster!! I'm glad we got to share that experience with him. We are so glad Jonathon was part of our lives. He was a very special person.
Mick Homer
April 28, 2009
I remember the few times I got up there with his aunt Jane, and we would visit John and Lorri. I'll never forget the politeness and courtesy he always showed to us. He had a great personality and respect for his mom and dad. We all have such a short time here. He just happened to beat us there!
With love to all who love and miss him,
Mick,Jane,Avery,Zoe,& Martin
The Homer Family
momma
April 27, 2009
jonathon michael
it has almost been a year every one is feeling the pain all over again.(talk about (GRUMPY) i reckon that will never ever stop and has not stopped since that day. when you were first diagnosed, and then the second time, and when we lost you. every day there is suxh an emptyness here, and most of all in our hearts. i suppose hunter and i show it most. everyone else holds it in or are just grumpy.
i love you son
momma
hunter miller
April 25, 2009
i love you daddy
i miss you
basball scson is here
my nombr is 24
i pikd it is your/s
i miss you so moch
i wish you were here with me daddy
love hunter
me and my hero
momma
April 20, 2009
Jonathon Michael ,I miss you so much, your advise,your joking, your laughter. and most of all your love I want you home so very badly. you always knew what to do and what to say. i love you and i miss you so very much son
jonathon and hunter 2 weeks before we lost him
April 20, 2009
jonathon and hunter
April 17, 2009
our last day at chemo
April 17, 2009
April 13, 2009
So glad I was able to meet Jonathon. I've known Lorri for years because of wrestling and of course drawing my blood. It was sad when I realized she would travel the same road I had 20 years earlier with our son Brad. I was glad I could help with the Children's Charitable Foundation with monetary help and also personnel prayer and support.
We continue to lift the family up in prayer and support. Patricia Keaton
December 25, 2008
jonathon michael
it doesn't seem like christmas because you are not here to sing us into the spirit. this was sooo very hard for us. i miss you so
momma
Momma Val
December 22, 2008
Jon, you were one of my own and you remain in my heart everyday. The smiles, the laughter you brought us gives us the strength to get through another day. I Love You and I miss you so very much, to know that you are without pain eases our pain as well. Merry Christmas Honey!!!
hunter miller
December 19, 2008
dear daddy i miss you so much so does efrybuty elss. crismis is her its are fevrit time.i bet you love me.i bet
you miss me.i love you.
hunter.
Dot Crosby
December 17, 2008
Johnaton was a sweet child who turned out to be a fine man, one his parents could be very proud of. The way he handled his illness was inspriational. He leaves a wonderful legacy for us all.
mom
November 23, 2008
well son it didn't happen yesterday. as you well know. dad and i left so that you could watch the game alone as you do every year.
i miss you so much
GO BLUE!!!!
momma
November 16, 2008
son
i miss you so much. i keep expecting you to call or just walk through the door. hunter is getting to look so much like you. he talks to you all the time. and misses you so
just like me
i miss you and i love you so very much
momma
Stephanie
October 7, 2008
Hi Jon,
I stopped by to see you and Dillard yesterday. You're well remembered. We talk about you, and laugh at the memories of our youth. You were my friends, and I loved you
Janean Kendrick
June 12, 2008
My name is Janean I have known Jon for about 10 years now. I can remember back in junior high school when we would sit and talk for hours on the phone...i miss it. you will be in my thoughts and prayers. I will never forget you or the memories that we shared together. I love you and miss you
Jamie Bouton
May 21, 2008
My name is Jamie. I am Jon's cousin. I really want to thank everyone that has reached out to our family in our time of need. Jon appreciates it to even though he can't tell you. He was a wonder Father, friend, and person. I have never seen someone fight so hard in my life. And by the grace of god, (and my Aunt Lorri) I was there when he took his last breath. I know he has to be amazed by the amount of people that he effected when he was alive, and in his passing, because he reached all of you by what he wrote in his obituary, because I am. I will miss Jon very much. But I know he doesn't hurt anymore. I love you, Aunt Lorri, Uncle Johnny, Josh and Joe. (Tell Wink hello!)
barbara yerian
May 19, 2008
My name is Barb , I have known the Miller family for about 10 years now. Jonathon was a great young man who loved life . he joked around alot and always had a smile when you needed it . His mom is a dear freind of mine and i would do anything in the world for her and the family I was with jonathon on the night he died and it was heart braking . Im wrighting to every one that maybe reading this because the family needs every ones help if you can fine it in your hearts to help please make a donation to help pay for his funeral and him a head stone . That he needs you can make it to Wellmans Funeral home 1455 N Court st , Circleville Ohio ,43113 IN JONATHON MILLERS name
THANK YOU AND GOD BLESS YOU ALL
May 17, 2008
Jon will deeply be missed. He was a wonderful friend and father to Hunter. It was amazing to see how he could still have so much humor while going through such a difficult time.
He is no longer with us but will be in our hearts forever.
We miss and love you Jon.
N K
May 16, 2008
Like so many others I did not know your son but am touched by his words, courage, foresight, (and humor? Is it legal for "GO BLU" to be printed in a Columbus paper?). I went to college in and married a Michigander so that made me smile... My Dad died of cancer 7 weeks ago and writing his obituary was so difficult. Jonathon did a great job and obviously in life and in death has touched many others. My sympathy and prayers are with you and your family.
May 14, 2008
I went to high school with Jon and Dill. Jon was just a guy's guy. He was handsome and charming. His passing has really affected the whole town of Circleville. He and Dillard were like brothers in this life, and now they are again in the next.
Debbie Mankin
May 14, 2008
To the Miller family,
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry we couldn't make it to the services. It was such a pleasure to do the benefit in Chillicothe a few weeks ago. If there is anything that we can do for you, please don't hesitate to let us know.
Sincerely,
Debbie Mankin
President
First Capital Dart League
marla wolfe
May 14, 2008
to the entire miller family,
i have been often referred to by my family and friends as an obiturary fanatic. i was blessed with this gift from my father who passed away in april of 2007. i was so impressed, yet full of tears, as i read jonathan's words. i have 3 children, ages 21,23, and 26, and i called them all to read them jonathan's words! reminding them how much i loved them all and realizing this could have been one of them, we all promised to keep your entire family in our thoughts and prayers. jonathan is now living with God with no more pain and in such a better place that we can all look forward to some day.
Dispatch Reader
May 13, 2008
I was very touched by Jonathons' obituary. I'd considered writing my own obituary as a way of goal setting by stating what I'd hope to accomplish in my lifetime. What a strong person he must have been to have actually written his knowing that his life would be ending soon. It was especially touching that he took the opportunity to acknowledge so many people who touched his life and also to add some humor. You have my deepest sympathy on the loss of such a special person.
May 13, 2008
Just as the readers before this, I did not know Jonathon. I was extremely touched by his courageous words. Right now, my family is suffering while one of my cousins is dying from brain cancer, she has only days left, she is in hospice. While reading this I realize that there are other families suffering from the same things. I am truly sorry for your loss, of such a strong and wonderful man. I am a strong believer in the word of GOD, and here is this little writings that appeared in one of my "Our Daily Breads" (a daily devotionals). I know that I am leaning on these words as my family and I are watching a loved one pass on into eternity.......................
The death of people whom we Love, Brings sorrow and deep pain; But if our loved one knows the Lord, Our loss becomes their GAIN.
Although I do not know your family I am praying that God is with you and carries you through the loss of your loved one.
georgia anthony
May 13, 2008
I read your son's obituary and felt immediately connected to this fine, young man. I too, did not know him but what a beautful legacy he has written. He is a strong and amazing man who was taken too soon by that dreadly disease they call cancer. May his family rely on each other to get through this terrible time in their lives. Memories are worth their weight in gold. Be strong and remember many people who didn't know your son are thinking of him and his family. God Bless
David Elting
May 13, 2008
I too did not know Jonathon, but I have never read a more touching obituary than this last message and requests written by this young man. Even now while writing this it is difficult to keep back the tears for him. May God bless and keep him and bring comfort to his loved ones.
Dispatch Reader
May 12, 2008
I was passing through and Jonathons' words caught my eye. To see someone the same age as myself have the courage to write his own obituary... the strength he must have had. I have 2 children and could never be able to imagine what he went through. I know that he is in a special place watching over his son and family every day from here on out. May he give you all the strength to be here for each other in these hardest times. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Rest In Peace Jonathon!!
Mildred Locklear-Smith
May 12, 2008
To Jonathon's Loved ones!!
I never met Jonathon, However, we do have a family connection!! I am a cousin and I am truly proud to known that Jonathon was the Brave Young Man that he was.. Please know that, Our God is a Good God.. He has Prepared a place for Him, just as he Promised!! He now has a new Home , Where there is no more pain.. May, you my family,Have peace as you travel through the day's ahead, knowing that God's Love and Grace is my prayer for you.. Your loss is also my loss!! You have my deepest sympathy and Love!!!
Another Dispatch Reader
May 12, 2008
I did not know this brave and courageous young man, but reading Jonathon's obituary, in his own words, had me in tears.
To his family & friends across the country, please know that many people out there are lifting you all up in their prayers.
You all were truely blessed to have known Jonathon and he has touched the lives of many people he never knew.
I have no doubt that his son, Hunter will never have wonder about knowing his Dad. The stories, pictures and scrapebooks will flow freely for years to come.
May God continue to carry you through this difficult time.
Sherry
May 12, 2008
I'm sorry I didn't get to meet Jonathon, but I have heard alot about him and his amazing heart and strength. This obituatry struck me, because I realized that it must have been Jonathon himself that wrote it. What courage! My thoughts and prayers go out to his family, I am so sorry for your loss.
Tiffiny Kirsch RN
May 12, 2008
I was so saddened to hear of your loss. I got the pleasure of taking care of Jonathon his first go 'round with cancer. I'll always remember him as a gentle giant. His obituary had me laughing and crying at the same time! He was always good at putting a smile on your face while touching your heart with kind words. He is a very special man that will be greatly missed. God bless you. (And Go Blue!)
Jody Timmons
May 12, 2008
To Johnny and Lori..
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you both. We knew Jonathon was a special young man, but to write this was amazing. You should be so proud of him. He has touched so many lives in his few years on this earth. And now he continues to touch lives of complete strangers.
We love u
Jody and Jack Timmons
Jody Timmons
May 12, 2008
To Johnny and Lori..
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you both. We knew Jonathon was a special young man, but to write this was amazing. You should be so proud of him. He has touched so many lives in his few years on this earth. And now he continues to touch lives of complete strangers.
We love u
Jody and Jack Timmons
Columbus Dispatch Reader
May 12, 2008
Unfortunately, I did not know this brave young man. For Jonathon to write such a moving obituary shows how much strength and courage he had. To his family and friends remember his strength to keep yourselves strong during this very difficult time.
cheryl drum
May 12, 2008
My sincerest condolences...I did not even know Jonathon....what an amazing young man...facing death is hard at any age.... may God bless you and keep you in his prayers a former Buckeye and now tar-heel
Stacy Linn
May 12, 2008
I will miss you so much. I have so many fun stories to tell Hunter as he gets older. Everytime I make Chocolate Chip Cookies, Jon, I will remember you! You were a great friend and a wonderful father!
To Jon's family: I will always be here to talk to and have that shoulder to cry on! Tori and Hunter, you are still a big part of my life and always will be. I love you both!
The Linn Family
Matt, Stacy(Tull), Gabriel, and Sara Beth
Dispatch Reader
May 12, 2008
I also read this obituary today and it was written so well, and touched me so much, I do not know this young man or his family but it really touched my heart and soul, prayers go out to your family.
Rita
May 12, 2008
To the Miller Family- what an outstanding individual he was. I too only read the obituary and was so impressed by him. Such love and care went into his writing- bless you all.
Marsha Seltzer
May 12, 2008
John, Lori, Josh & JoJo,
Jonathon was a great person and many people were touched by his strength and bravery. He will always be missed and never forgotten. If there is anything you guys need, please do not hesitate to call.
With love,
Marsha
A Dispatch Reader
May 12, 2008
I did not know this young man, but his obituary caught my eye. How wonderful that he was able to write it for himself. And what courage that must have taken for him.
To his family, you are very lucky to have known and loved such a courageous and brave young man. My heart goes out to you.
K S
May 12, 2008
To the family of Jonathon Michael, my deepest sympathy to you all.
I didn't know Jonathon, but after reading his obituary I felt like I knew part of him from his own words. That was the most moving obituary I have ever read. Again, I am so very sorry for your loss.
DONNA JACOBS
May 12, 2008
YOU WERE SUCH A GREAT PERSON. YOU WILL BE MISSED BY EVERYONE THAT EVER MEANT YOU.
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF THIS BEAUTIFUL, STRON MAN.
May 12, 2008
To The family of Jonathon Miller:
I too did not know Jonathan but what a courageous young man he must've been. The family especially his son should be very proud.
God Bless you All.
Debbie
May 12, 2008
I didn't have the pleasure of knowing your son... But I know he was a fine young man, You can tell, just by the things that he wrote in his obit. He was a brave young man, not everyone can do what he did. God bless you Jonathon,may you rest in peace.
May 12, 2008
WOW!!
Although I didn't know this courageous young man; I felt the love pouring from the pages.
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.
With Deepest Sympathy,
A Columbus Dispatch Reader
Kim Stewart
May 12, 2008
You will truly be missed. We were so fortunate to have known you for the time we had.
Our prayers are with the family to be strong and to know that you will never be forgotton.
The Stewart's
Raymond, Kim, Josh + MaryKate,
Alicia, Jeremy + Riley
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