Jonathan A Brijs
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Jonathan A Brijs

  • January 8, 1961 - September 27, 2010
  • Cottonwood Heights, Utah
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“Jon was agoo man. He will be missed by all that knew hi.To his daughter and mother and father, I'm deeply sorry for your loss.If I can help with...Read More » ”
1 of 5 | Posted by: Rick Reimann - Cottonwood Heights, UT

“I'm sorry for the loss of a great person . I was just getting to know him through facebook again n keeping in touch with you all I hope .My prayers...Read More » ”
2 of 5 | Posted by: Pouwel James Veenstra - cousin

“I am so sorry for the loss of your son I hope good memories will see you thru this difficult time.I wish you peace and strenght.love to the whole...Read More » ”
3 of 5 | Posted by: Eva Jane Niesen - s.l.c.

“My thoughts are with you. It seems like only yesterday that Jon and all our friends were at Mountview Elementary raising havoc, same at Union Jr High...Read More » ”
4 of 5 | Posted by: Mike Aquilina Cottonwood Hieghts

“What a life force John was - he had an evil grin and such sparkle to his eyes - when you saw that look on his face you knew it was going to be good! ...Read More » ”
5 of 5 | Posted by: Jan Veenstra - Austin, TX - Aunt


Jonathan A. Brijs
1961 ~ 2010

Beloved son, father, brother grandson, uncle, and nephew died September 27, 2010. He was born January 8, 1961 to Arie & Jane Brijs. He graduated from Brighton High School, and was currently attending Fortis College. He married Dauna Woodford; later divorced. John had one daughter, Janica that he loved very much. He was a truck driver for many years, both local and over the road. Served in the U.S. Navy (see bees). Golf was his passion. He spent many Sundays playing 18 holes with Uncle Dave.

John is survived by his parents, Arie and Jane Brijs, daughter Janica Brijs, brother Ron Brijs (Stacey), grandmother Eva Veenstra, nephews Bob Brijs, Ron Brijs, John Atkinson, Jordan Atkinson, and many loving family members and friends.

He is preceded in death by grandparents, Leendert and Magdalena Brijs, grandfather Lammert Veenstra.

Viewing will be held Friday evening October 1, 2010 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at Mountain View Memorial Mortuary 3115 East 7800 South, Cottonwood Heights, Utah. As per his wishes John will be cremated at a later date. Condolences may be made to www.memorial@memorialutah.com.