They were married on July 16, 1988, and have cherished their thirty three years together.

I have many memories of Jon.

The past few years, you would never have known Big Jon was ill, especially because he was out riding and competing well in many competitions, including the Survivor’s Barrels at the Tough Enough to Wear Pink Horse Show. In 2014, he was the reserve champion in both the Open 4D and the Master 3D Barrels in the Champions Winter Circuit.Big Jon was a member of IBRA and OWHA. He trucked for us for many years.

I’m praying for you and your family, Hayden. Always a kid at heart. He also was a charter member of the Sons of the American Legion Club, at the Harold L. Bradley Squadron American Legion, Post 584.Big Jon’s third love in his life was trucking. Though he brings grief, he will show compassion, so great is his unfailing love.” (Lamentations 3:31-32) This email will only be sent as needed. The most important thing in their lives has always been their two boys, Little Jon and Hayden.Big Jon’s second love was horses. Mark McLean (left), relieved Capt.

Everyone is always welcome. He also was his boys #1 fan, avidly encouraging his sons in all their pursuits.

It is the most difficult thing we go through in our lives.

Burial will follow in Grand Prairie Cemetery, with the procession led by Jon’s favorite horse, Buster. Never ever have I met a man that brought smiles to every single person he ever came in contact with! Jon thanks for showing me wrestling moves. Am saddened to hear of his passing. As soon as i learned of Jon’s illness i put him on our prayer list at my church. Your current subscription does not provide access to this content. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.I am so sorry to hear of Jon’s passing today.

Services honoring Big Jon’s life will also be held there at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday. Rest in peace Jon.To all my “Little Townsends” each of you are in my prayers and in my heart, which is so heavy with such sadness for losing Jon. Winds SSW at 10 to 15 mph..Mark McLean and his wife, Stacy (Gravely) McLean, have four children, Blaine (not pictured) twin sons Peyton, left, and Gavin, right, and daughter Macy, second from right.{span}Capt. Jon Townsend over a teleconference with Commander, Navy Region Southeast, with only a handful of immediate family members in attendance.“Navy regulations and tradition are very clear about this event and its importance,” said Rear Adm. Gary Mayes, Commander, CNRSE, over the teleconference screen.

Hang in there!

The memorial was completed last week thanks to overwhelming support from private donors and area businesses. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jose R. Jaen My thoughts and prayers to the family.Robin and family, we are sorry to hear about the passing of Jon. Hopefully there’s a horse as fast as your “prize winnin stallion”(buster) up there for ya.Robin & Boys, We are so very sorry for your great loss. Every time time I get down about it I can hear him saying “quit messing around there’s stuff to get done” and it makes me laugh. Back then he was little Jon, cherish the memories.My deepest sympathy and condolences to Jon’s Family…. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jose R. Jaen heaven has gained another wonderful horseman, caring, thoughtful and helpful. I am so sorry for your families loss.To Robin and family, He is going to be sadly missed. Townsend Live”, where he provides answers to caller’s challenges. Please log in, or sign up for a new account and purchase a subscription to continue reading.

Dr. John Townsend is a business consultant, leadership coach and psychologist.John hosts his own online live video call-in program, “Dr. Please know we are thinking of you all. I’d like to share this beautiful song that I hope will bring you some peace I am sorrow to hear about jon loving pryers four u and the hold family god blessThere will be times over the next days, months and years that you will feel him as close as skin; or he will consume your thoughts at random moments. One of his passions is playing in “The Bandits”, a band with his sons, at southern California venues! But I knew him well enough to know he was a good man. John Townsend also runs a private practice with his partner, Henry Cloud in Newport Beach, California. Rest assure he is resting good and most likely having long talks with his Dad.I hadn’t seen Jon for many years but he wasn’t someone that could be forgotten. Sending our prayers to you and family.To the family of my friend Jon thought n preys go out to each of you. Also his jokes. Things were even worse when Jay was their at the same time. He also served as the executive officer and then commanding officer of the Navy Recruiting District Michigan and Indiana.