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.
JL,
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
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
Thinking of you, as I do every day, during moments alone...on my morning walk, tending the garden, when I wake in the morning, and welcome day's end.
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
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
Happy birthday buddy - I wish we could paddle out together again.
Thank you for helping me stay sober,
I learned a lot working with you.
Love,
O
Thank you for helping me stay sober,
I learned a lot working with you.
Love,
O
Hi Jon,
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
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
Dear Jonathan,
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...
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...
Thinking of you and missing you just as much after 7 years...you left us too soon but you left a light behind that will forever glow and beam upon us--radiant Jonathan. My heart is filled with thoughts, prayers and love for your family. Om Mane Padme Hum.
Roses...
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
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
I felt your spirit and energy, Jonathan, as I soaked in the beauty and serenity of the SFBG last Friday, the 11th. Thank you for introducing me to the Garden and for sharing in my love of nature, flowers, and the great outdoors. Missing you and loving you evermore, Mom
HB my friend ....
You are missed - met a surfer in Santa Barbara today
& thought of you on your birthday.
Crazy huh?
You are missed - met a surfer in Santa Barbara today
& thought of you on your birthday.
Crazy huh?
The sun was warm
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...
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...
Memories of you...
a touch that's soft
a presence gentle
a smile that warms
and eyes that twinkle, often with a
hint of knowing...
a touch that's soft
a presence gentle
a smile that warms
and eyes that twinkle, often with a
hint of knowing...
This spring has brought so many reminders of you Jonathan, and you and your family have been on my mind a lot this month. Missing you so very, very, very much...
I took a few minutes today to remember you and your gentle spirit, Jonathan. Sending love to your family. <3
Feeling sad today
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!
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!
Thinking of you today on your birthday, Jon. Hope you are getting a nice wave today in heaven. Aloha
Ocean Beach today was full of sun and wind with an abundance of waves, rising and breaking from many directions. Our first stop was the SFBG where by mid morning the sun broke through, bringing forth a glorious day in SF--despite a forecast of rain. Your brightness and love filled my heart, as always...
You are never forgotten and always cherished, Jonathan....
With much, much love, Mom and Dad
You are never forgotten and always cherished, Jonathan....
With much, much love, Mom and Dad
Jonathan, 5 years of missing you isn't possible to fathom. Rest rest in peace my green eyed brother. You will never be forgotten. Jenn
Jon,
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
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
Happy Birthday Jon. You are still with us in spirit. I feel your presence often as I look up at the mountains and cliffs from the vantage point of the ocean. Aloha my friend.
As we are wrapped up in our everyday routines something was nudging me Monday. I couldn't place it till I realized it was you, you are in my thoughts often. I was able to visit the mile with Mike & Steve last October. As we left coming down the path in the distance a tall figure carrying a board, wetsuit arms dangling at the waist approached us my heart jumped. It was a beautiful reminder of our time together as if you were saying hello through a passer by. Forever a friend forever a brother, miss you!
Hola mi querido amigo Jon...as I walked on the beach yesterday I thought about you and everything that shimmered in the sun reminded me of you. The sparkle of sunlight on the water reminded me of the sparkle in those intense blue eyes. Rays of sunlight reflecting off of the boats made me think of your dimples, your teeth, that smile...We are all so blessed to have been bathed in your light. I miss it so much now. Sending you and all of the Luhns love and light and a tender hug. May you be always surrounded by light querido amigo.
With every year, it’s a reminder of how much we all should cherish and hold tight to the time we have with each other. I so wish my daughters could meet and know my Jon. Honestly, I think they’d be quite smitten with you…who wasn't? I miss you my brother.
You're in my heart and thoughts every day, Jon, Today, especially, I'm remembering your big smile, your whimsy and wit, and the tender touch of your hand on my shoulder. It always spoke volumes and touched me deeply. Peace and love forever, Mom
I can never forget you. Your image and your personality are still alive in my mind and my heart. Today I send love to your parents and your siblings who also loved and cherished you and miss you so very much. A light went out when you left us but you really have never left so many of us...that is how bright your light shone.
Aloha Jon. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts. I'll ride a wave in your honor next time I'm down at the mile.
I can't believe it's been 4 years. Time has healed some of the sorrow of losing my friend Jon. But I sure do miss him. Wish I could have more more day.
Spoke of you 2 x last week with my sister then Surfer Chris
Wish you were here to surf with.....
My girls would love you !!!!
Wish you were here to surf with.....
My girls would love you !!!!
Soaked in the warm sun at Ocean Beach and in the beauty of SFBG, always thinking of you and your joyful spirit, Jon. Followed the coast home, giving a special nod to Four Mile on the way. Love, love and more love...mom
Thinking of you Jon. We still keep you in our hearts and minds down at FourMile. Will catch a wave in your honor. I know you will like that.
Jonathan - you are still a vibrant part of so many lives although you are no longer physically with us - you are in so many hearts and memories. You were and always will be remembered as a joyful soul. My heart goes out to all your family today, especially your Mom who is my dearest friend.
My heart is with you and your family. You are still so loved and so very missed. I will always treasure the few moments I shared with you. The sun still shines but it is a bit less golden. Sandie & Chris - my love is with you.
Celebrated you and Amy today, reflecting on your birth day and early years. Drove to SF with Dad for a visit to the Garden. It was cool, breezy and a faint outline of the sun was visible through a high, thin fog. Could feel your smile as I poked around the Fragrance Garden. Peace and love forever, Jon. I miss you.
In memory, I made my profile picture on FB of Jon and I. It was of one from my wedding. His partner in the wedding (matron of honor) posted, "He was such a lovely partner at the wedding. He was tall and dashing and very sweet." Yep, that was Jon. I miss you my lifelong friend and brother. I pray you are in heaven riding waves of glory with our Heavenly Father.
Thinking of the old Casa Mia neighborhood... what a great place to grow up. And this family always comes to mind. Young, hip, brilliant, talented parents and fun kids. I loved it when the twin babies moved in. Though we don't see each other often these days, we are still in touch. I am grateful to have seen Jonathan and met his love just a few days before his accident. Hugs to the family.
My heart and my love is with all the Luhn family today. Jonathan continues to be a spark in my life although I knew him ever so briefly but was incredibly impressed with his whole character. His mother, Sandie, is one of my most dearest and precious friends and I send her my total love on this day (and always). Ride the waves, Jonathan.
Sending my light and love to the entire Luhn family today, as I remember the unforgettable and brilliant light and love that Jonathan gave to all of us. I am forever grateful to have been graced by your beautiful light Jonathan.
Jon
Spoke about you with an old friend .... You are still thought of
And Loved.
Thinking of your family today as well.
Rest in peace
- Ollie
Spoke about you with an old friend .... You are still thought of
And Loved.
Thinking of your family today as well.
Rest in peace
- Ollie
Jon we think of you all the time down at four mile. Your spirit is with us always. Lots of love to you and your family.
I just heard the news as I was on vacation in San Jose. How sad. My memory was that of my friend Chris' kid brother, who was never a pest, always nice and respectful and somebody you knew was going to grow up and be admired by people. A hello and condolences to the Luhn family from your old Casa Mia Drive neighbor, Mike.
Dear Jonathan, I think of you every day and with special joy on this day each year when I remember your birth and that of Amy's,16 "long" minutes later. How perfect, a boy and a girl, beautiful and strong and with an older brother and sister to welcome you. We were so blessed. Deep love always, Mom
I was there with you on April 27th 2011 ocean beach, and I was there yesterday April 27, 2012 in your memory. I may of never of known you but I will be with you every year 4/27 at 1pm ocean beach...so your not alone. I only wish we would of met under different circumstances.
"Rest in Peace Wave Rider"
"Rest in Peace Wave Rider"
You are and always be loved by those whose lives you touched. May
you find the peace that will help you guid us who miss you terribly. good waves, warm sun, friendly surroundings and the music of love.
you find the peace that will help you guid us who miss you terribly. good waves, warm sun, friendly surroundings and the music of love.
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JL,
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
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
Thinking of you, as I do every day, during moments alone...on my morning walk, tending the garden, when I wake in the morning, and welcome day's end.
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
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
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Jon and Dionne on Sand Hill 2010
Jonathan Easter 2011
Jonathan June 2010
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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