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“Before I begin , I would like to show my deepest sympathy on the passing of Jon. I am not sure whether I got the right Scown Family of Kansas because...Read More »
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1 of 16 | Posted by: Steven Kuay Singapore
“My best memory of Jon is christmas of 2007 when he got the simpsons movie from Alexis. He was so excited to watch that movie and we ended up watching...Read More »
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2 of 16 | Posted by: Allie Overlannd park KS
“Norman, Leslie and LaRetta,
I'm am so sorry about Jon. If there can be any peace at this time, it is to know that Jon accomplished what many never...Read More »
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3 of 16 | Posted by: Jennifer Morris Oakland CA
“LaRetta, Leslie and the whole Scown family. My deepest sympathy on the passing of Jon. I know you have all had a difficult year, but remember that...Read More »
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4 of 16 | Posted by: Ron McMillan
“Jon has had a huge influence in my life. Although I wasn't able to spend a large amount of time he instilled in me a love of muscle cars and...Read More »
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5 of 16 | Posted by: N. Jared Seamons Duchesne UT
“To the Scown family: So very sorry for your loss. Jon was a true friend to me for nearly twenty years. Jon was allways there with a smile ready to...Read More »
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6 of 16 | Posted by: Tim Savage De Soto, KS
“Jon always seemed shy, but very caring. We never did get to see the family very often, but Jon always had a smile and a listening ear whenever we...Read More »
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7 of 16 | Posted by: John & Elaine MacLean Orem UT
“Robin me and my family are very sorry for your loss. We want you to know that we're here for you on this rough journey ahead and send all are love to...Read More »
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8 of 16 | Posted by: Brandi Noe Blue Springs MO
“I lived next door to Jon , grew up knowing his love for life kindness towards others. He is my best friend , brother , one of the best men in the...Read More »
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9 of 16 | Posted by: Jesse Kalebaugh
“Jon lived down the street from my parents. He was a funny, caring man that made everybody laugh. Either with his corny jokes or his sometimes...Read More »
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10 of 16 | Posted by: Georgia and DJ Gibson
“When Rich and Leslie were returning from China with Jennifer, the families were at the airport to welcome the new arrival. We were all gathered...Read More »
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11 of 16 | Posted by: Connie McCoy Atchison KS
“Jon,
Sure glad we all got to see you and Robin at the Daytona 500 function. We all had a great time together. It's hard to accept we won't see you...Read More »
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12 of 16 | Posted by: Don Rowland Kansas City KS
“I'll always remember the good old times we went hunting along with Kevin and I when he was smaller. Just a little kid, seem's hard to imagine that...Read More »
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13 of 16 | Posted by: Phillip and Carole Weinrich, KCMO
“So very Sorry for your loss and the worlds loss of Jon.... He was one of a kind with a heart of gold... I met them all at Perry one summer and we had...Read More »
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14 of 16 | Posted by: Michael "Tools" Flanery KS
“Dear Aunt LaRetta, Robin, Leslie, Norman and family,
Our hearts and prayers are with you at this time of heartache. We can't express our sympathy...Read More »
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15 of 16 | Posted by: Blaine & Vickie Hatch & Family UT
“The staff of D. W. Newcomer's Sons Johnson County Chapel wish to extend sincere condolences to the Scown family.
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16 of 16 | Posted by: D.W. Newcomer's Sons Johnson County Chapel KS
Jon Edward Scown, 47, of Shawnee, Kansas, passed away Thursday, March 26, 2009.
Jon was born to LaMar & LaRetta Scown on October 22, 1961, in Burlingame, CA. He graduated from Shawnee Mission North High School in 1980 and obtained an ASE certification from Baily Technical School.
Jon married his best friend and perfect mate, Robin McVey on October 2, 2004.
Jon was preceded in death by his brother, Kevin in 1993 and his father LaMar last June. Survivors include his wife, Robin, of the home; his daughter, Kaitlin Arey, Spring Hill; his mother, LaRetta Scown, Overland Park; his brother, Norman Scown and wife Linda of Rowlette, TX; his sister, Leslie Myers and husband Richard, Liberty, MO; his nephew, Evan and his nieces Summer, Jennifer and Allison and more great friends than we'll ever know.
Visitation will be 6-8 pm Tuesday, March 31, 2009, and funeral services will be 2pm Wednesday, April 1, 2009 - both at D.W. Newcomer's Sons Overland Park Chapel, 8201 Metcalf, Overland Park, KS 66204.
Please send memorial contributions to:
Elvis Barnes
122 Blake St,
P. O. Box 13469
Edwardsville, KS 66113
Before I begin , I would like to show my deepest sympathy on the passing of Jon. I am not sure whether I got the right Scown Family of Kansas because I have lost contact of a very good friend, Mrs LaRetta Scown. If she can recall, I am the boy who we met while transiting at St Louis Airport, while I was on my way to Indiana State University to pursue my studies in 1984. Since then, we have lost contact of each other and recent I got to hold of old Christmas card with an old address. If you are the right Scown family of 5516 Falmouth Road, Shawnee Mission, Kansas, I would like to keep in touch, especially Mrs LaRetta Scown. I can be reach by email at giskpa@yahoo.com
Lastly, I would like to sent my heartfelt sympathy to the Scown family.
Steven Kuay, Singapore
Posted by: Steven Kuay Singapore Sep 09, 2009
My best memory of Jon is christmas of 2007 when he got the simpsons movie from Alexis. He was so excited to watch that movie and we ended up watching it at grandma's because he couldn't wait. Everyone was laughing pretty hard at jon because the whole time we watched the movie he had this big grin on his face and he laughed at every joke even if it was a little corny. He was such a Great amazing guy! We will all miss his kindred spirit and his huge smile! You will never have a frown around jon!
Posted by: Allie Overlannd park, KS Apr 02, 2009
Norman, Leslie and LaRetta,
I'm am so sorry about Jon. If there can be any peace at this time, it is to know that Jon accomplished what many never do in finding true love and living life his way.
I always admired your family's closeness. May that closeness bring you comfort in this time of sorrow.
You are in my thoughts and prayers,
Jennifer
Posted by: Jennifer Morris Oakland, CA Apr 01, 2009
LaRetta, Leslie and the whole Scown family. My deepest sympathy on the passing of Jon. I know you have all had a difficult year, but remember that God does not give us more than we can handle. Remember that our memories live on forever and never never die. Often life does not seem fair, but we must hold on to those momories and those loved ones to help us through any difficult times that may come our way. I had the great opportunity to get to know all of you during my years at Baker University and I will always cherish those memories forever and reflect on them often. Even though I have not seen any of you in years, I reflect back on the memories and often it seems like we were all together yesterday. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Posted by: Ron McMillan Apr 01, 2009
Jon has had a huge influence in my life. Although I wasn't able to spend a large amount of time he instilled in me a love of muscle cars and motorcycles. I have always looked up to him and loved to see him at family reunions. I am currently stationed in England (US Air Force) or I would be there with you. Jon will always be my favorite cousin.
Posted by: N. Jared Seamons Duchesne, UT Mar 31, 2009
To the Scown family: So very sorry for your loss. Jon was a true friend to me for nearly twenty years. Jon was allways there with a smile ready to jump in and help with whatever was going on. I'll miss you Jon-and wish I could talk to you one more time...and one more time after that..
Marjorie and Tim
Posted by: Tim Savage De Soto, KS Mar 30, 2009
Jon always seemed shy, but very caring. We never did get to see the family very often, but Jon always had a smile and a listening ear whenever we visited. I know he loved his wife, Robin, and his daughter Kaitlin with all of his heart, and for the past several years was happier than we have ever known him. I felt if I needed help that Jon would be there to help me...his Dad, Mom and siblings were that way also. Jon will be missed. Elaine
Posted by: John & Elaine MacLean Orem, UT Mar 30, 2009
Robin me and my family are very sorry for your loss. We want you to know that we're here for you on this rough journey ahead and send all are love to you. John was a great person and will be forever missed by all of us. Love you and stay strong, but most importantly take life one day at a time.
Posted by: Brandi Noe Blue Springs, MO Mar 30, 2009
I lived next door to Jon , grew up knowing his love for life kindness towards others. He is my best friend , brother , one of the best men in the world anybody would ever know. We did so many things together such as A/BATE road in fund raisers together worked side by side weather it be on cars or in the bars. Jon will be truly missed by me and my family. Scown Dawg I LOVE YOU MAN. R.I.P.
Posted by: Jesse Kalebaugh Mar 30, 2009
Jon lived down the street from my parents. He was a funny, caring man that made everybody laugh. Either with his corny jokes or his sometimes hilarious t-shirts with sayings on them. I miss you Jon and DJ and are keeping Robin and your mom in our prayers. Ride heavens highways buddy!!!
Posted by: Georgia and DJ Gibson Mar 29, 2009
