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Ruth McMillen
March 6, 2025
Debbie,Samantha, And Eric, You have my deepest sympathy. I enjoyed talking with Jon when he came to O'Hara. A fond memory is the trip/cruise to New York/Bermuda which you and Jon hosted for AAA several yeas ago. You will remain in my thoughts and prayers.
Joyce Richman
March 3, 2025
I was producer of Pittsburgh 2Day with Jon & Patrice. Jon made all segments & stories come alive & his chemistry with Patrice & the audience was magical. He will always be remembered with a smile.
Marsee Burns
March 2, 2025
He was a great news announcer. My condolences to the family and friends. After my stroke I too am interested in his foundation he helped.
He seemed like a great man. I´m so sorry b
Candace C Hill
February 27, 2025
It was a joy and privilege to get to know Jon when servicing and worshipping with him and his family at Fox Chapel Presbyterian Church. May all who knew and loved him be comforted today and in days to come.
Christopher LEWIS
February 25, 2025
Jon was a good egg his words were in alot of times was comforting hell of a newscaster/ tv personality he will be missed in Pittsburgh. I never knew he played football for Tennessee volunteers, hears to a great broadcaster but was so much more my heart goes out to his family and friends. God bless you Jon Burnett. RIP buddy one of your biggest fans
Christopher j lewis
Bobby Jones
February 24, 2025
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
From an admirer of all of Jon's life work.
Don Royal Dry Cleaners
February 24, 2025
We will miss Mr. Burnett coming into the dry cleaners. Such a sweet man and always said how much he appreciated us and always left a tip. Our deepest sympathy to his family.
Vaughan l Brunner
February 24, 2025
Met John downtown once when I was in college. He was so nice. A true Pittsburgher! May God comfort and bless your family. Thank you for sharing him with us.
Vaughn L Brunner
February 24, 2025
I once met John downtown when I was in college, walking through gateway center. He was as nice as ever. I am now 55, but still remember. Thank you to his family for sharing him with us! He will always be a Pittsburgher! May God bless and comfort you at this time.
Mary Lou DelTinto
February 24, 2025
I am very sad to know of Jon´s passing. I only knew him from KDKA but his personality and charm showed through. He was a dare devil for sure and it was fun to watch his antics. May he Rest in Peace and condolences to his family. His suffering is over.
Mary Jane Swanson
February 24, 2025
So very sorry Jon was such a wonderful man I just really enjoyed watching him over the years may he rest in peace
Victoria Impavido
February 23, 2025
Very sad to know this
John Arnold, Ret. Pgh FF
February 23, 2025
I was crossing Liberty Avenue in Bloomfield one day, when a car pulled up and lowered their window to ask me for directions to a place called the pleasure bar two blocks down the street. When I started giving directions to the driver, I noticed that it was Jon Burnett. Not used to seeing TV personalities, with the exception of Nick Perry, whose mother lived in Morningside, and Bill Burns who used to get his haircut by my grandfather at Gateway Center number two in the 60's, were my only two TV celebrities encountered in my life. Jon was very thankful of my directions and I informed him that I watch him on TV all the time. He said thanks and went on his way. Just a little encounter that I had with Jon may the Lord bless him and welcome him to his kingdom
Mary Dessart Newsome
February 23, 2025
I knew Jon from years ago at Bearden High School. We were both in the choir there. He was such a versatile man and a true leader at our school. A few years ago I was in touch with him concerning a job for my niece, who lived in Pittsburgh at the time. Jon very graciously invited her to lunch and a tour of his TV studio. I was so impressed with his caring, generous nature. I pray for peace for Debbie and his family during this difficult time. He was very loved and so admired by so many throughout his life. Rest In Peace, Jon.
Nicole Chenet
February 23, 2025
Dear Debbie,
My heart goes out to you and your family. My prayers are with all of you. I feel blessed to have gotten to know you both. Jon brought love, kindness and sunshine wherever he went!
Sincerely,
Dr. Nicole Chenet
Randy Waters
February 23, 2025
I was lucky enough to work with Jon in Louisville, then be in the same city and get together occasionally with him and Debbie in Pittsburgh as well. What a great friend, and husband and family man. God speed Jon. Hope I see you again my friend. Love to all those left behind, I know it leaves a huge void in their lives.
John Neil
February 23, 2025
A true southern gentleman. As a funeral director, I met Jon at a visitation and he spoke with me at the door as if he had known me for years.
God bless you.
John Neil from Glenshaw
Ron Tkach
February 23, 2025
Rest in Peace Jon. It was nice sharing a Birthday with you for 71 years. Remember fondly sharing a dinner with you and Deb on our 60th Birthday. For Deb and family, please accept my condolences, Jon was a dear friend. He will be missed by many. Rest in Peace Jon and God Speed to heaven.
Kevin Myers
February 23, 2025
I was a fan of Jon's from the time he came Evening Magazine. My mother, dad and me had a chance encounter with him and a camara crew on a very chilly August afternoon on a beach at Presque Isle Erie in the early 80's. Jon was doing a story about wind surfing. I can never forget the time and the kindness he
showed to my parents and me. My deepest sympathy.
Anonymous from latrobe pa
February 23, 2025
Thoughts and prayers for Jon's family. Been watching Jon for years and so kind and informative on kdka tv. RIP
Jean Durik
February 22, 2025
Rest in peace Jon. Your work here is done. Your light shines brightly in Pittsburgh. RWG
Faith Payne
February 22, 2025
Deepest sympathies to Jon's family. I always enjoyed him on tv.
Samantha Rae
February 22, 2025
Although I wasn´t blessed to have come face to face with "JB", I grew up with him in our living room everyday. As I got older I began to truly understand and appreciate the moments of reprieve, smiles & laughter he brought to the newscasts and to my day by just being the genuinely special and good hearted person he was. When he wasn´t there, he was missed and when he retired I cried. I lost my Dad suddenly in 2016 & his jovial personality was often the only thing that brought a smile to my face while in a very dark place. His goodness and how he made me & I´m sure many feel will never be forgotten. My sincerest thoughts and prayers are with you during this enormous loss Please find comfort in your memories
Anna and Rick George
February 22, 2025
We never had the pleasure to meet John in person but we watched him on tv for years. He was always such a bright light and showed so much passion for Pittsburgh and the people who live here. He will be so missed but remembered so fondly. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.
Dan Mucy
February 22, 2025
Never met Jon...never talked with Jon. Yet I am in tears over his passing. THAT is the kind of impact and connection he made around here immediately. We've lost "family". He was truly a "Good Guy!" My prayers to his family...my prayer that Jon is making heaven laugh. R.I.P.
Jean Ditillo
February 22, 2025
Jon was a pleasure to know. He always made me smile, especially when I think of the wonderful weather assembly that he did for our second graders. Thank you Jon and thanks to his family for sharing this talented man.
Rillton friends
February 22, 2025
The people in Rillton loved you!
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