In Loving Memory

Jerry C. Jonnson, PhD

“That’s who we all are on this path, spiritual family and friends. It’s just one big family. We’re all relatives until we realize we’re really all the same and there’s only one of us—one loving awareness. May you be one in that love.”

― Ram Dass, Polishing the Mirror: How to Live from Your Spiritual Heart

A Celebration of Life

November 25, 2023
13:00 GMT

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
10 Wynols Road
Broadwell
Coleford
Gloucester

Burial Service

November 27, 2023
12:30 GMT

Church of St Bridget Graveyard
Bridstow
Ross-on-Wye
Herefordshire

A rising sun.

Soft, pink clouds.

A slow, meandering river into which a single white swan dives down from the sky and onto the water.

A rainbow emerging after a sunny, English rainstorm.

You have re-joined The One, The Universe, leaving behind your earthly vessel but more importantly, leaving behind the memories of a warm-hearted man who was deeply loved.

You were a gravitational force in your time on this Earth; an excellent orator, and a guide of peace for all beings. You radiated.

Dad, Jerry, Crazy Wolf: You will continue to be all of these things and more for me, and many people who you graced. Although you have left this incarnation, our love will continue indefinitely.

As I sat with you on your final day, I read aloud, “I Sing for the Animals”, a book which you gave me on your 50th birthday: January 12, 1992 (it was the 12th back then). I was 9. While you could not speak words, you communicated your knowingness that I was there, by your side, holding your hand. I have missed you every moment that I have not spent with you.

I ask, but one thing, as you now know our purpose, our greatest mystery: that you continue to look over those that you love, continuing to harbor a safe home for each of us, just as you did while you walked this Earth.

I love you, Crazy Wolf.
Love, Running Deer.

— Alexis Jonnson Mouret

Dearest Bro,

My heart is broken that you passed and are so far away but know you are happy and in eternal peace. You fought hard to stay with us, but the devastating disease of cancer won. I never thought you would pass on before me, or mom as she is 105. You were a health nut. Telling me: don’t eat this, don’t eat that OR eat this, take this vitamin, go to the gym, do Tai Chi, etc.

We grew up in a great household with parents that loved and cared for us. Strict but loving. I was so proud of you. Anytime someone heard I was your sister, they would say, what a lucky gal, and truly, I was given the BEST brother ever! There were many times when I was a young girl that your teasing was a little irritating, but you were always by my side when needed.

I never could figure out why you never wanted me to “hang” with you and your guy friends until you told me one day that you didn’t want them messing with me. At that time, I couldn’t figure out why, but now I do. I didn’t listen very well as I married Rod, and he was a schoolmate and friend.

We had a great childhood with mom and dad always taking us places: visiting relatives from both sides of our family and we loved the ice cream stops, the Kegs or at the park on a sunny day. We loved going to the farm and had a lot of fun. You spent a lot of time there in the summer helping in the fields.

You were a great baseball player and played on the American Legion team. We loved going to see you play and watch the game.

You were much better at school than I ever thought I could be. You worked and studied hard to get your doctorate in Child Development and Education.

When you joined the Navy it was a proud day for me, mom and dad. I can still see you in that Navy uniform. So handsome as always! That must have been the reason you loved to travel. You moved around but mostly for your work and then settled in the West. Several years ago, I called you as there was a Head Start Director position open in Grand Forks; you called me back and said you applied. I was shocked and we all were happy that you were hired for the position and you and Daryll were moving to North Dakota. Then, in 2017, you and Daryll moved to the UK. You two definitely were professional packers and movers!

From our childhood memories to adulthood, I am grateful for every moment with you. Having a brother like you has been one of my life’s greatest blessings. Missing you every day!

Gone, but not forgotten my dear brother, you will remain in MY (our) hearts FOREVER!

I love you dearly,
Your Sister Ginni

Dad,

I know we both wished that we could have spent a lot more time together in this life. I also know that we were both thankful for the time that we were able to be together. Each time we were together I felt nothing but warmth and love from both you and Daryll. This photo is the last time that we were together. We laughed and laughed and laughed some more!! Rest in peace Dad until we meet again, a piece of your soul will always be in my heart!

Love,

Your Son Paul