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Post by Barbara on Apr 6, 2007 13:17:33 GMT -5
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Post by Deleted on Apr 6, 2007 13:24:51 GMT -5
Speechless at the moment...
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Post by Bogo on Apr 6, 2007 13:33:41 GMT -5
holy shit! I can't believe it. R.I.P. my friend.
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greg
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Post by greg on Apr 6, 2007 13:34:41 GMT -5
For those of you that didn't know him here are a few things about him, his life and his most unfortunate untimely death.
He will be greatly missed...
Jon Larson born:05/18/1969 - died:03/29/2007 Resident of Linwood Michigan (A very small town, north of Bay City) Married for 13 years - wife: Wendy 3 kids (girl:9 yrs old-Rayna, boys:7&4 yrs old- Logan & Sully) 2 dogs (Brownie & George) 1 cat (Storm) 1 aquarium Graduated Reese High School
This was a myspace blog he posted: Well, here it is, our first blog. We're blog virgins, you might say. I don't really know what to write about, so here goes. We've been happily married for a thousand years, and hopefully will be married for a thousand more. We live in a small town, with our kids and our pets. We like music, espically concerts, going out to eat, and sitting outside by the fire. We dislike politics, specifically, the foolishness of the current admistration. We hate gas prices, organized religion, rude people, and rainy days when we want to play in the sun. Wendy drinks lots of Coke, I grew up drinking Pepsi, but have since been converted. I'm an angry driver, but I'm trying to be better. Wendy's favorite band is "The Format", mine is "Blind Melon." We love Mexican food, real Mexican food, not that Taco Bell garbage. I like to go to the bar by myself on Friday nights, under the ruse that I want time alone, but mostly I just sit there wishing Wendy was with me. We like watching our 3 kids swim in the pool. A childs laugh can cure anything. We want to grow old together, I think we're on our way.
Below is Jon Larson's Obituary:
Jonathon C. Linwood, Michigan Passed away on Thursday, March 29, 2007 at his home. Age 37 years. Jon Larson was born on May 18, 1969 to his mother Linda M. Petee. Jon was married to Wendy Falasz on June 19, 1993 in Saginaw. She survives him. Jon was an avid collector of novelties, and was known for his passionate love of music. He was a loving husband, father, and son who will be greatly missed by his friends and family. Surviving are his wife, Wendy Larson of Linwood; one daughter and two sons, Rayna Moon, Logan Drake, and Sullivan Jon Larson; two brothers, James Jeffery Larson of Saginaw, Jason Michael Petee of Saginaw; his mother, Linda M. Petee; in-laws, Thomas G. (Mary) Falasz of Bay City, Inez F. (Michael) Perez of Bay City; one very close friend, Mark Drake; as well as several nieces and nephews. Jon was preceded in death by his grandparents, George E. and Shirley J. Larson. FUNERAL: Jon's Funeral Services will be held 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 3, 2007 at The Deisler Funeral Home 2233 Hemmeter Rd (off State) Rev. Julie Bailey will officiate. Following Jon's wishes cremation has taken place. VISITATION: Friends may call at The Deisler Funeral Home on Tuesday, April 3, 2007 from 12:00 p.m. until the time of service at 2:00 p.m. MEMORIALS: Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to Alzheimer's Association. Please feel free to share your thoughts and memories with the family either at the funeral home or through deislerfuneralhome.com Obituary Published in the Saginaw News on MLive.com on 4/1/2007
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Post by Deleted on Apr 6, 2007 13:42:05 GMT -5
In case anyone can't put their finger on who he was... He was also the one who bought that very large Blind Melon/Unified Theory road case from Brad.
He actually sent me a very rare Unified Theory show on VHS... He sent me his ONLY copy. He trusted me with it...
We use to chat A LOT about lots of things. We shared many emails and traded a few things via snail mail. I'm tearing up right now. It's a wonderful thing, being able to feel close to people who may be 1000s of miles away... and a place like MySpace or this Forum brings that all together. This is the downside of all of that. You can complain about tons of things on the internet... we all know how that goes. But, all of those petty arguements mean absolutely nothing when something this tragic happens...
These are times when, no matter what you think about one another, there is unity...
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Post by *Sonya* on Apr 6, 2007 13:47:21 GMT -5
I'm very sad about this. I feel for his wife and kids and his friends. I can't imagine what they must be going through. He was one of our coolest members...open minded, opinionated, intelligent, funny and kind and SO loyal to Blind Melon. He really was the definition of a true melonhead in my opinion. His presence in this forum will really be missed.
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Post by melonforthought on Apr 6, 2007 13:52:16 GMT -5
Jon this one is for you from Kansas - Carry on Wayward SonYou will always remember Carry on Nothing equals the splendor Now your life's no longer empty Surely heaven waits for you Carry on my wayward son There'll be peace when you are done Lay your weary head to rest Don't you cry no more I talked to you about going to Woodstock and how I thought that was the coolest thing ever. I imagine to you it was probably just one of those things, but to me it was amazing, and I thought that you really came off as such a genuine, sweet, sincere person that probably touched a whole lot of people. I think Joseph Campbell said it best that in life its only when we realize that the meaning of life is the ability to experience itand be alive for this moment, and where time is non existent, and we can enjoy the moments. Your family must have a million of these. Condolences to the whole family. Will be dearly missed - R.I.P. Jon Larson
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Post by *Sonya* on Apr 6, 2007 14:29:04 GMT -5
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Post by ishbell on Apr 6, 2007 14:34:17 GMT -5
OMG, I'm bawling my eyes out . I made a t-shirt for Jon and I may as well have given him $1,000. He loved his wife and kids so much. He used a wedding picture for his profile on my space. He'd suffered a really bad quad accident which he was still recovering from. I'm so sad and so, so sorry for his family. I was wondering why he hasn't posted in awhile. You have to enjoy every day and tell the people you love how much they mean to you everyday. RIP Jon, may your passing have been gentle. I love you guys, I really do.
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Post by tripticket on Apr 6, 2007 14:35:49 GMT -5
:(Feeling heavy for your family, friend
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Post by verbalpocketplay on Apr 6, 2007 15:06:26 GMT -5
This is truly sad I remember when he first got here he posted all the time about anything and everything, he seemed truly nice, always making jokes about something. This is a sad day.
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Post by ~BEE~Happy~ on Apr 6, 2007 15:12:45 GMT -5
Wow, this was such a tough one for me. Unbelieveable. I too was wondering why we hadn't heard from him.
In October, when I was going through the anniversary of my nephew's death from a 4 wheeler accident. He had sent some pm's explaining his 4 wheeler accident, and how he was glad his mother wasn't left without a son that day.
He was able to send a positive message my way, and he helped me to look at the brighter side of things. I agree with everyone here on how much a part of this place he was.
I wish the best for his family and friends who have a tough way ahead of them.
Such a nice man.
Thank you Jon, for letting us get to know you through a love for music.
Peace~
Karen.
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Post by Vince on Apr 6, 2007 16:34:26 GMT -5
I am so sad I didn't really get to know him...
Rest In Peace John
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Post by tripticket on Apr 6, 2007 16:40:05 GMT -5
A touch of Jon's humour....
Re: New Poem « Reply #7 on Jan 8, 2007, 9:37pm » There's a fella on here called Matt Who thinks that he's "all that" his hair looks like Jesus his blogs, they all please us when he rambles about his fake cat
..................any requests, give me a name.
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Re: New Poem « Reply #6 on Jan 8, 2007, 9:22pm » I once new a guy named Linwood Who thinks music is good He loved Blind Melon People heard him yellin' "I'd join the band if I could." « Last Edit: Jan 8, 2007, 9:24pm by linwoodlarsons » Link to Post - Back to Top Logged myspace.com/linwoodlarsons
glad i was able to get a glimpse of you Jon!! say hey to Shannon for us
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Post by Meredith on Apr 6, 2007 16:46:41 GMT -5
I am really heartbroken right now. That man was a wonderful man. He loved his wife so much, so many posts about "The wife and I...." or "I told the wife....". I remember how happy he was when he found out Blind Melon was back together to make new music, Ill never forget his comments about how much he loved Glen's drumming. This guy was so nice, and such a vibrant member of this place....he was one of the earliest members here and I am just struck with grief at the moment. I just can't believe it.
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