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LONGUM, Jon (January 8th, 1926 – January 14th, 2024)
Peacefully, after a long and well-lived life, Jon Longum, of Tillsonburg, passed away at the Tillsonburg District Memorial Hospital, on January 14th, 2024, in his 99th year.
Jon was born in Arendal, Norway with a sense of adventure and skis on his feet before he could walk. After World War II he completed Law School at the University of Oslo. With a case of wanderlust, he left Norway to explore Canada for 1 year. During his travels he was introduced to the love of his life, Grace Gooding which altered his travel plans completely. They were married a short time later and settled in Dorval, Quebec.
Jon was employed with Guardian Insurance for over 40 years, retiring as senior vice president. Upon retirement Jon and Grace moved from Toronto to Hickory Hills, Tillsonburg. They were active members at the club house, enjoying the dances and lively social scene. They spent winters in Florida and Barbados and enjoyed travelling the globe together. They cherished one another and were inseparable for the 56 years until Grace’s passing in March 2015. Jon was an avid gardener and cared for his roses meticulously. His rose garden brought joy to so many in the neighbourhood. He loved watching the Blue Jays play (especially when they won), playing Bridge and golfing. He was a member of St Johns Anglican Church.
Jon was always a loving and supportive father to Philip Jon Longum and wife Danielle, stepdaughter Virginia Cuke and, daughter in law Ollie Hunter (John) He was predeceased by stepson Andrew Cuke. He was the proud grandfather to Scott Seeley, Michael Cuke, Melanie Cuke Piper (Matt Piper) and two great-grandchildren Keaton and Quinn Piper.
In keeping with Jon’s expressed wishes, cremation has taken place. Friends, neighbours, and relatives are invited to attend a memorial service to celebrate Jon’s life on Tuesday January 23 at 11:00 am at St. John’s Anglican Church, 46 Ridout St. W., Tillsonburg, officiated by Rev. Fr. Osita Oluigbo. Interment will follow in Tillsonburg Cemetery. All funeral attendees are invited to attend a celebration of life and reception to be held in St. John’s Church Hall immediately following the interment. Friends and relatives may send condolences, share favourite memories, or make a donation in Jon’s memory to “Tillsonburg District Memorial Hospital Foundation” via Jon’s online tribute page at www.verhoevefuneralhomes.com or by contacting the Maurice J. Verhoeve Funeral Homes- Burial and Cremation Services Inc., 262 Broadway, Tillsonburg (519)842-4238.
January 14th 2024
Décès pour la Ville:Tillsonburg, Province: Ontario
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