Jon Eric Surber

Jon Eric Surber obituary, Columbia, SC

Jon Eric Surber

Jon Surber Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 20, 2013.
Jon E. Surber COLUMBIA - A memorial service celebrating the life of Jon Eric Surber, 66, will be held at 4 p.m. Monday, January 21, 2013 at Dunbar Funeral Home, Dutch Fork Chapel, Irmo. The family will receive friends from 3-4 p.m. at the funeral home prior to the service. Jon, born in Chehalis, Washington, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 19, 2013. He was the son of Imojane (Jean) Shealy Surber and the late Richard E. Surber, both of Manning, SC. Jon was the loving husband of Melissa McKinney Surber. Also left to cherish his memory are, daughter, Laura and son-in-law, Billy Easterbrooks of Irmo, SC; son, David Surber of Chicago; and grandchildren, Ryan and Erica Easterbrooks. Jon's sisters, Jan McCord and Barbara (Ken) Gawler will miss him dearly along with his nieces and nephews who will forever cherish fond memories of their Uncle Jon. A graduate of the University of South Carolina, Jon worked for Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina and Companion Life for 30 years. As an avid techie, Jon enjoyed keeping informed of the latest technology and he also spent his spare time reading, cooking, listening to music and watching the Gamecocks. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to the Lexington County Public Library, 5440 Augusta Rd., Lexington, SC 29072 or Riverbanks Zoo and Gardens, 500 Wildlife Parkway, Columbia, SC 29210. Please sign online guest book at www.dunbarfunerals.com

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August 8, 2013

Tom McKeown posted to the memorial.

January 27, 2013

Bill `McGraw posted to the memorial.

January 24, 2013

Peter Hynes posted to the memorial.

Tom McKeown

August 8, 2013

I was saddened and shocked to see Jon's name among the deceased listed in the USC alumni magazine. He and I were close friends as students at USC and enjoyed long hours listening to music, playing bridge, and, of course, studying. After I graduated in '68, he visited me in NC at my first real job. He was a sincere friend and his passing is a great loss. My prayers are with you all.

Bill `McGraw

January 27, 2013

It was so sad to hear of Jon's passing. I didn't know about it until Wednesday. I was just thinking of him the other day. He was a great guy and co-worker. Melissaa nd family, you have my deepest sympathies.

Peter Hynes

January 24, 2013

Melissa and family. I am so sad to hear about Jon. He made the the years we worked together at BCBSSC so much richer. My prayers are with you Melissa.

Tamara Hunter Evans

January 24, 2013

Melissa and family. I worked with Jon in the EDP department for Companion Life at BCBSSC. He was my mentor. I will always remember how "laid back" and nice he was. He taught me a lot. May God bless you and your family.

Lee Ann Gross

January 23, 2013

Dearest Family~

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your sweet Jon. My thoughts and prayers are with you always. I pray for the sorrow to fade and for the light of all the wonderful memories fill your hearts with smiles of a life well lived and full of love.

With love always.
Jon's Cousin

January 22, 2013

My deepest sympathy goes out to Jon's family. Shirley

Ted and Cynthia Burke

January 22, 2013

Jon was GREAT to work with, Ted and I both agree. He was always calm and such a nice guy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Melissa, all of your family and those that love Jon.

Tom Tatum

January 21, 2013

Melissa and family, you may or may not remember me, however, your departed and I "worked" together for many years as deskmates in the EDP department at BCBSSC. Jon was a very good friend and confidant. He was a very nice and "laid back" guy. Had not seen him in a few years but have thought of him on occasion when reminicing about BCBS. May God bless you and your family in the loss of your loved one.

Pat Senior-Duncan

January 21, 2013

With deepest sympathy. Love and prayers to Jon's family.

Walking the Beach

Aunt Barbara Surber - Spitzner

January 21, 2013

We will always love you.

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