This memorial website was created in the memory of our loved one, Jonathan Luhn who was born on August 11, 1966 and passed away on April 27, 2011. His light went out way too soon. Jon passed away in the ocean while surfing Wednesday at Ocean Beach in San Francisco. Those of you who knew Jon knew he found joy and comfort in the sea. We will remember him forever.
The sun was bright
The sky was blue
Each step I took
With only thoughts of you
Love and peace forever...
Your and Amy's birthday always brings back the wonderment of having twins and the "oh, my golly" about the challenge of caring for four children 5 years and under. It brings a smile to my face today. I love you always and forever...
I wish you were here …..
A decade it's been, remembering you
The beauty of your soul
And all you infused
in the lives of others
to whom you were true
Days and weeks, they pass
as I knew they would
But nothing changes
in the missing of you
and your gentle presence
May your spirit rejoice in peace...
I was telling the story the other day about when you dialed
me in w/ your cousin on Lopez Island and how much fun we had there hanging out.
I wave to you now as they do there as tradition when passing each other.
Happy Birthday my friend.
Love,
OG
On this day, especially, memories of you are abundant and strong - your smile, the twinkle in your eyes, your touch on my shoulder, and you knowing ways. They comfort me and remind me of the great blessing your life was and still is in spirit...
Love always and forever, Mom
Thank you for helping me stay sober,
I learned a lot working with you.
Love,
O
Spent first thing this morning at home with Mom & Dad then Mom and I headed up to SF to get Dionne. We 3 shared time at the Peruvian Restaurant on Irving, then time in the Botanical Garden then finally Ocean Beach sharing, loving and reminiscing You. I felt you, you were there with us. ~Jenn
I thought of you upon waking as I often do. This time with the anticipation of spending the day in SF with Jennifer and Dionne. Dad was not feeling well. It was cool and overcast with no wind nor fog - a perfect day for visiting The garden and walking along Ocean Beach. We toasted you with Iced tea and love at a Peruvian restaurant while sharing many special memories. You filled my heart today. Love and peace forever...
One of white, one of red...
for memories and love
everlasting...
Visited the Garden today, Jon, with Dad and Jennifer. Blue skies with some high clouds, bright sun, and a light breeze welcomed us. I felt the warmth of your spirit and am grateful, Mom
You are missed - met a surfer in Santa Barbara today
& thought of you on your birthday.
Crazy huh?
The sky was blue
The wind was strong
But in the shelter of the bluff
Four Mile was peaceful and spectacular
on April 27th, nurtruring remembrances of you...
a touch that's soft
a presence gentle
a smile that warms
and eyes that twinkle, often with a
hint of knowing...
I saw the new poem from your mom today and it made me sad and reminded me of a conversation we had before you left. You showed me some of your poetry and I read them. I was surprised by the formal style of one. You asked me if I liked it and I said I did, even though I was still thinking about it and what it meant. You really got me thinking and then you asked me if I wanted to buy some of your poetry. Now I was thinking about your poetry and thinking about buying your poetry, it kind of threw me off and I was thinking and said, "Let me think about that Jon." Then I was thinking maybe you would want to trade some of my art for some of your poetry, but for some reason, I just thought about it and we said good bye. Now I wish I would have bought some of your poetry Jon, though I've been able to read some since you left. I wish I would have asked you to trade some of your poetry for some of my art. I wish I would have read you some of my poetry too.
I am missing you today Jonathon!
You are never forgotten and always cherished, Jonathan....
With much, much love, Mom and Dad
You're gone but not forgotten.
I thought of you with a smile today when I saw Surfer Chris at a meeting as I often do. I retold a story to a new kid I sponsor the other day about you and I .... our friendship including the time I went to visit the island and meet your cousin as I passed through.... getting to meet the twins & have a laugh with them.
I wish you were around so we could heckle ea other - I know I would surf a lot more with you still here.
Your buddy forever - Happy Birthday.
Ollie
Wish you were here to surf with.....
My girls would love you !!!!
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The sun was bright
The sky was blue
Each step I took
With only thoughts of you
Love and peace forever...









Aloha Waveriders
Around 2001 Jon and I started our adventure and begin teaching people to surf. We called ourselves Aloha Waveriders! After a series of our first successful lessons we were driving up 41st Ave. I looked over at John and I think we were both clutching cash in our hands, and at the same time and both kind of welled up with tears! Beside the elation of seeing the pure stoke on the face of a newcomer, we had actually made some money !!!.....I’ve got to say my God do I ever miss those days of freedom and excitement have a couple of dudes who are truly living the dream .........thank you Jon Luhn and your family for all your generosity.
after riding their first wave