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Jon Gifford Obituary

GIFFORD, Jon Charles, RLA, ISA, 43, passed away July 8, 2003 in Tampa. Survivors include his parents, Jack R. and Joanne N. Gifford; lifetime companion, Bill Pijuan, Jr.; brothers, James A. Gifford and wife Barbara, Jeffrey M. Gifford and wife Charlene and Joseph R. Gifford and wife Allyn; numerous nieces and nephews; brothers and sisters-in-law, Patricia and Michael Trimboli and Francisco and Terri Pijuan; and mother-in-law, Nereyda Pijuan. Jon was employed by URS Corporation as a Senior Landscape Architect/Certified Arborist. In lieu of flowers donations in his memory may be made to USF Botanical Gardens, 4202 E . Fowler Ave., SCAZ38, Tampa, FL 33620, attention: Laurie Walker. There will be a Memorial Gathering at the family residence, 5302 N. Branch Ave., Tampa, FL 33603, at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 12, 2003 wi th Rev. Fr. Thomas Stokes officiating.

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Published by TBO.com on Jul. 11, 2003.

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Michael Liberatore

July 26, 2003

Jon was beyond a friend--he was an invaluable part of my life. My happiest memories from high school, college, and young adulthood center around him, and how we were "partners in crime". I will miss his sense of humor, his amazing generosity, his twisted wit, and his friendship. Most of all, I'll miss Jon--and my hopes of growing old...laughing with him. He will live forever in my heart.

Shelley (Smith) Brim

July 23, 2003

I, too, have wonderful memories of Jon. I met him in junior high and remained friends all through high school. Jon was always laughing or making someone laugh. I will cherish those memories forever. I will keep Jon and his family in my prayers.

Jay Smith

July 23, 2003

I'll always remember the great times we had in high school. Jon possessed a great sense of humor and was a very talented individual. He was a good friend and an all- around nice guy. He will be missed.

Margaret Malloy

July 13, 2003

Jon, it wasn't supposed to be this way. I was supposed to get to see you again. You were supposed to meet my kids. They know all about you. Well, there are some stories I haven't told them yet.
It saddens me to think that the stories are now all I'll have. But, they are very good stories. I will never forget how much fun we always had, the vile names we called each other, you bellowing from the top of the hill or how you saved my life in the Genesee River. You were just always there when I needed you and, silly me, I assumed that that wouldn't change.
Perhaps, it has changed less than I know.
It's a Part of the Plan and now you have all of the answers.

Patricia and Jeff Castellano

July 11, 2003

Jon:
You were a wonderful friend and co-worker that will be missed by all tremendously. I will never forget your smiles and laughter...I truely enjoyed working with you. My heart and love goes out to your family and to Bill epecially. Times like these are especially hard when this happens to someone unexpectedly. I will always remember you. You and your loved ones are in my hearts and prayers.

Sally Prescott

July 11, 2003

Although I worked with you for only a relatively short time, you exemplified professionalism and dedication to your job. You were a big part of the department at URS and will be surely missed.

Nancy & Robert Tannini

July 11, 2003

I will miss Jon more than I can ever write in words. He was such a huge part of my life, particularly in high school & college, but after that as well. He took me to our senior prom & he was in our wedding party. Jon had the best sense of humor of anyone I ever met and he could always make me laugh. We both loved him so much. I know having Bill in his life made him complete, so he had a happy life. I only wish it could have been longer and I will miss him so much!! Jon--we miss you but will cherish all our memories of you and our good times together, which are plentiful!!

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