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Jonathan Dibblee Obituary
FEB 5, 1957 - DEC 13, 2017
After a long courageous battle with cancer, Jon passed away peacefully on December 13, 2017, at the age of 60. He was born on February 5, 1957 in San Francisco, California, to Albert and Jennifer Dibblee. Jon was a lifelong resident of Merced and longtime Merced High School history teacher and aquatics coach.
In 1981 Jon became a firefighter for Merced City Fire Department. After being hurt on the job and retiring in 1987, Jon returned to college earning a degree in history and obtaining his teaching credential, thus beginning his "second" career as teacher and "Coach" at Merced High School.
Jon is survived by his high school sweetheart and wife of 35 years, Cindie, son Alex and his other "adopted son" Joel Specht, mother in-law Audrey Noya, sister in-law and brother in-law Margie and Jim Briggs, nephews Jamie and Bret Briggs, and his great niece and nephew, Jenna and Trenton Briggs. He is further survived by many cousins and close friends. Jon is preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Jennifer, his sister Jendy Brusca and father in-law, Roland Noya.
The outpouring of love and support from the community, Merced High School family and ex-students, the water polo family and ex-players and our many friends who have become family, is truly humbling. We would like to extend our gratitude and love to Bruce Davis and Sudesh Prasad of Bristol Hospice and special love and thanks to Dr. Parminder Sidhu and all of "Jon's Angels" at the Mercy UC Davis Cancer Center for their innumerable hours of exceptional care and loving, compassionate support.
At Jon's request, there will be no services, but a #DIBBLEESTRONG celebration of life will be held after the holidays. In Lieu of flowers, we ask that donations be made in Jon's memory to Bristol Hospice, 374 E. Yosemite Ave, #200, Merced, Ca., 95340; Mercy UC Davis Cancer Center, 3850 G. Street, Merced, Ca 95340; Holt International Adoption Agency, P.O. Box 2880, Eugene, Or, 97402; NAMI, Merced County, P.O. Box 2087, Merced, Ca 95344.
Jon was loved by many and will remain in our hearts forever.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jonathan Dibblee
Suzie Asbury Kimmons
March 29, 2018
I just learned of Jon's passing today. I am truly sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to the Dibblee family.
Romy Wilson
February 3, 2018
This news breaks my heart! Prayers for , Cindi. And Jon's family. Rest In Peace , Jon.
Jon Schaefer
January 18, 2018
As a teacher, coach, and human being, JD was simply the best. He made you think, laugh, sometimes cry; but you always knew he was being real. Much love and many hugs to Cindie, Alex, and family!
Anne Burton
January 4, 2018
Our condolences to Cindie and Alex...Annie and Bob Burton
Jorjette
December 31, 2017
My Sincere condolences to the family and friends of Jonathan. When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure in your heart and it lives forever. May the wonderful treasures fill your hearts with love and bring you peace. May the God of comfort continue to be with the family during this difficult time. Hosea 13:14.
Andrew Jimenez
December 29, 2017
Thoughts and Prayers are with Mrs. Dibblee and her family.
Mark Pazin
December 27, 2017
To the Family and so sorry to read of this as "JD" enjoyed our first "incident" together at a local event (all good) and we would laugh and embellish the story each time! Thoughts and Prayers to All.
Dan Brock
December 23, 2017
My thoughts and prayers go to Cindy and her family. Moving to Mercad my senior year John was my first friend. We enjoyed swimming and water polo and not to mention the awesome Apple fights in the cafeteria but most of all listening to Willie Nelson
Rick Cobb
December 22, 2017
Jon was a great friend and will be remembered in our house! Hoping that Cindie and the family find comfort from the numbers of people Jon touched in his lifetime!
Stratford Evans Funeral Chapel
December 22, 2017
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Julie Bohn Brittain
December 19, 2017
I wAs so sorry to hear of Jon's passing. My prayers to Jon's family
Sarah Kizer
December 16, 2017
Prayers and hugs going out to Cindie and her son Alex Dibblee...... May God be close to you and the rest of your family........
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