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Jonathan Shotton Obituary

Shotton, Jonathan Tyler Of Phoenix, AZ, passed away October 27, 2012, in a tragic motorcycle accident. Beloved husband of Adrienne (Kotecki) Shotton of Phoenix, AZ, loving son to Ken and Connie Shotton of Hartford, WI/Ft. Myers, FL, dear brother to (JC) Jerold (Stephanie) Shotton, fond uncle to Cameron, Ruthie Jean, and Tyler. Also survived by loving aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends. Jonathan was born in Milwaukee, WI, on September 10, 1977. He married Adrienne on March 26, 2004 in Key West, FL. He grew up in Cedarburg, WI, graduating early from Cedarburg High School. Jon attended MATC, UW Oshkosh, and MSOE before finishing Electrical Engineering at UW Milwaukee. In a quest for warm climate he moved to Phoenix, AZ in 2005. He was employed by Orbital Sciences Corp. in Chandler, AZ. As a civilian, Jonathan was proud of his TS clearance and truly loved working military contracts on the GMD system protecting the people of the USA. He was in fact a rocket scientist which he claimed to be the "ultimate hot rod". He had an undeniable love for all motorsports, his pets and his job. Also enjoyed skate, wave, and snowboarding, playing his guitars, anything technical and spending time with his loved ones and friends. He was an organ donor at his request his remains have gone to medical science/research. The Shotton family thanks all our friends for the outpouring of support and love we have felt. A memorial will be held at The Village at Sunnyslope Community Building, 1574 Morning Glory Dr., Hartford, WI, Sat., Nov. 10, 3-6 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Washington County Humane Society are appreciated.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Nov. 7, 2012.

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Jim and Helga Therkildsen

November 9, 2012

Ken and Connie,

Jim and I are deeply sadden that we cann't be at Jon's Memorial on Saturday. You both have done a fantastic job as parents to a fine young man. You can be very proud of him and all his accomplishments. We know the grief is difficult but keep in mind all the good memories of him and let the Lord be your guide and strength. May God bless you and your family.

Sincerely,

Carole and Steve Harding

November 9, 2012

Ken and Connie Steve and I are deeply sorry for your loss and very sorry we cannot make it for Jon's Memorial, but know we will be with you in spirit. We certainly know and understand the pain you are going through. As I said before, call me any time during day or night if you need to...Friend to friend, Mother to mother I will be here. With Love to you both, Steve and Carole Harding

Liz Gabrys

November 7, 2012

Dear Connie and Ken, I am so sorry we are unable to attend your reception due to my nephew's wedding. Our thoughts, prayers and condolenses are with you at this extremely difficult time. We have such wonderful memories of Jon and Mike growing up together. Please keep us posted on anything we can do. I will call you when things settle down a bit. Sincerely, Dale and Liz

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