Jon Marshall

Jon Jay Marshall was born November 18, 1958 to Jack and Dee Marshall. He is preceded in death by his Father Jack Marshall, and Grandparents June and Max Marshall. He is survived by his loving wife, Kasey, his daughter Jennifer, his son Bryan, his brother Brett, his Mother Linda, and many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. Jon will be long remembered for his great sense of humor and ability to make others laugh, his vast knowledge of music trivia (quite like a walking trivia book of music knowledge), strong work ethic, and his love & devotion to his country, During his lifetime, Jon held many different jobs. He worked as a Fireman, S.W.A.T. Medic, Paramedic, Truck driver, and Health & Safety Director. Jon would forever be the most proud of his dedicated service to his country and his many years as a fire fighter in Denver and North Carolina. Jon was also a big sports fan. In his free time, Jon could be seen enjoying Nascar Racing, Denver Broncos football, Denver Outlaw lacrosse and Colorado Avalanche hockey, KASEY’S EULOGY Jon always used to joke that his head was full of useless knowledge and facts, but that was never the full story. His head was also full of many precious memories of his times with family and friends. Jennifer – Jon always used to talk about taking the night time feeding schedule of you when you were a baby. He used to call this time his bonding time with you. Jennifer, you were always and will always be your Daddy’s precious little girl. No matter how old you get, and even though he isn’t here anymore, he will always think of you as a precious jewel in his crown. Even though he was not the best at showing it sometimes, he did feel it. Displaying and sharing his affection for people was hard for him, especially those closest to him, but it never meant that he didn’t feel it. Bryan – Jon also used to talk fondly about you, and how proud he was of the person that you have become. Even though there were times that it didn’t appear that he was proud of you, and even though he didn’t say it very much, he was proud of the person that you have become. He always used to say that the two of you were a lot alike. I think maybe that is why it may have seemed at times that he was hardest on you, but it was because he understood you and saw himself in you. He always believed in you, even when it seemed like he didn’t. He loved both of you very much, and will always be there in spirit, watching over you with pride, love and joy. Linda – He always used to tell me that you were more of a Mom to him than his real Mom. That is why he called you Mom. Every time anything good or bad would happen, he always wanted to call to let you know. He truly loved you and respected you as his Mom. Brett – you were always thought of as his brother. Not his half-brother, but his brother. He regretted the time that he was not real connected to family, and was very passionate about reconnecting with all of you. He thoroughly enjoyed the time that he spent with you, and would often look forward to the opportunities to get together with you. Susan – he totally loved each and every time he would get to see you or talk to you. He said that you always made him laugh. He loved your sense of humor and really loved you. He would always tell me stories about times at the family reunions when you were young and the wonderful memories that he had of spending time with you and your brothers. I will always remember him as someone with a big heart, a great sense of humor and a strong passion for politics. I once asked him if he ever thought of running for office because of his love for politics and his country, and he would tell me that he would never be elected, because he would tell it like it is, without all the games that are involved in running for public office. Jon was always a dreamer, and had dreams of owning his own mobile food kitchen. He dreamt of going all over the United States to State Fairs or other events, spending our golden years traveling and spending time together, supporting ourselves with the mobile food kitchen. He also was very passionate about family. He would look forward to the family reunions each year in Limoni, Iowa. He loved getting the chance to see members of the family that he would see every year when he would go to the reunions with Grandma June and Grandpa Max. Jon was also a very private person when it came to his emotions. He had great difficulty telling those that he really cared about that he cared. Instead Jon would try to show it with buying gifts or through his actions to show he cared. Jon never seemed to think himself worthy of all the friendships and love that others felt for him. He had a hard time accepting this from others, even though deep down he really appreciated and valued it. My life was richer because of being married to him. I will miss him terribly, but know that he will no longer be sick, limited or suffering. He will also get to be with his Dad Jack again. Jon missed him terribly, and used to say that he didn’t realize how much he was like his Dad until he was gone. Now he will get to spend eternity with Jack, making up for all the time that he lost when he was younger.