Jonathan Darrel Liston was born May 8th, 1953 in Erie Pennsylvania. He passed away unexpectedly on December 26th, 2013 in Athens, Georgia. He was preceded in death by his father, Darrel Sproat Liston. He is survived by: Cathy Liston; his son, Jonathan Martin Liston, and his wife Jo Anna, their children Ransom and Jude; by his mother, Mary Louise Liston; his brothers, Jim and wife Judy Liston of Florida, Dr. Bill Liston and his wife Jane of Virginia and his sister Libby Liston Roper and husband Russell; nephews, Benjamin Liston, Benjamin Roper, David Roper and nieces Rachel Liston, Audrey Liston, and Jordan Dawson. Jon was a graduate of University of Texas at Arlington, earned a Masters degree from the University of Georgia, and was a member of Delta Tau Delta Fraternity. He was an eagle scout and encouraged and mentored his son and three nephews to obtain the rank of eagle in scouting. His kind heart and spirit will be missed by all who knew him. Arrangements for a memorial service are being made by his family and Church family in Athens.
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You and family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Rest in peace my friend.
Sohail Malik
Friend
December 23, 2022
You will always be in our thoughts and prayers.
Sohail Malik
Work
December 23, 2021
Rest in peace my friend.
Sohail Malik
December 26, 2014
You will soon be gone from this world for a year my sweet friend but never from our hearts. We miss you'
Sandy Gary
December 24, 2014
December 26 is approaching and reminding us of a loss of a great friend. Rest in peace my friend.
Sohail Malik
December 24, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss. Sending prayers for you and the family for God to wrap His loving arms around you all and give you strength, comfort and peace as only He can.
Carol Rasco Nehring
January 3, 2014
You all are in our thoughts and prayers. He was such a great teacher. James and Shannon Gordon. C/O 97 & 98
shannon gordon
January 3, 2014
I was so shocked to hear of Jon's passing. He was always so friendly and kind. He never seemed to meet a stranger.He will be so missed by all of us in the Boyd Bldg. at UGA. Rest in peace, Jon!
Suzi Sanders
January 3, 2014
I was surprised and saddened to hear of Jon's passing. He will be missed. Such a kind heart always willing to lend a hand. I will miss him stopping by my office just to say "Hello".
Julie McEver
January 3, 2014
I'm very saddened by this news. I will always remember Jon's smiles and peaceful tone. RIP, friend!
Youyou Cheng
January 2, 2014
I am saddened to hear of Jon's passing. His sweet smile and morning greeting will definitely be missed here at UGA. Prayers for the family in the coming days.
Mollie Hicks
January 2, 2014
I will fondly remember Jon's kindness, compassion and sense of humor. I will miss him, as will many others. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy.
Jennifer Caplinger
January 2, 2014
I was surprised and saddened at Jon's passing, he will sorely missed. He was a great person and good Christian man. God rest his soul. My deepest sympathy for his family at this most difficult time.
January 2, 2014
My prayers go out to the Liston family and it was such a pleasure having known and worked with Jon. :-(
January 2, 2014
I just heard this sad, sad news this morning. I will be praying for Jon's family... I am so very sorry for your loss. He was one of the nicest men I knew and he will be missed by many, many people. UGA will not be the same without him.
Kim Woods
January 2, 2014
Way back when, I worked with Jon on the school newspaper at Vivian Field Junior High and on the school yearbook at R.L. Turner High School. He was such a gentle soul. My heartfelt condolences to all of Jon's family.
Christa Brown
January 1, 2014
I met Jon several years ago. From that day, Jon was a good friend of mine. He is always a cheerful person. I will miss him. My sincere condolences to his family.
Sincerely,
Thiab Taha/Professor and Head of Computer Science Department at UGA
Thiab Taha
January 1, 2014
I have not seen Jon in over 30 years. Reading the FB posts and the condolences in this guest book, the love and affection and respect all who came to know him have shared with us, is of no surprise to me. That Jon became a trades teacher is of no surprise to me, either. He could have excelled at any career he desired, and chose the most honorable path for him. Jon inspired me to be the best I can be so that I could be at my best for others. I am sure for many of you, Jon was an enabler for your betterment and for paying forward that betterment to others. I am thankful to have had this opportunity to witness the love and respect you all have shared for such a kind an generous and gentle man. A leader of men who has inspired so many of us to be the best we can be.
Dean Bonney
January 1, 2014
I am sadden by the news of Mr. Listons passing. He was a wonderful teacher at JCHS.My thoughts & Prayers are with his son Jonathan and there family. R.I.P
Keeley aka Kiki Simmons
December 31, 2013
A tremendous teacher and will be missed as a leader of men and women.
Olan Graham
December 31, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of Jonathan's passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to you. Jonathan was a good man with a great sense of humor. I had the pleasure of working with him at UGA. We will miss him very much.
Marie Mize
December 31, 2013
Sorry to hear about your lost. You and the family are in our Jones County prayers, hearts ,and thoughts.
Terry and Darrell Jackson
December 30, 2013
Praying for y'all. I always thought highly of Mr Liston. So sorry for your loss. May The Lord comfort you during this time as only He can.
Heather Miller
December 30, 2013
Cathy and Jonathan you are all in our thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for lost.
Wendy Vaughn
December 30, 2013
I am so very sorry to hear this sad news. Please know that we are praying for your family during this difficult time. May the Lord give you His peace and comfort and show you His abundant love and faithfulness.
Kristen Pruett Lawhon
December 30, 2013
Jon was a friend to the Georgia Association for Career & Technical Education. He was a leader in CTE. He was a great man and will be missed by all that knew him. I am glad I had the honor of knowing Jon.
Matthew Gambill
December 30, 2013
Cathy and Jonathan--I am so sorry for your loss. Jon was such a kind and loving man and I have such wonderful memories of working with him at JCHS. All of you will always hold a place in my heart.
Bonnie Peters
December 30, 2013
Enjoyed the times shared in Boy Scouts with Jon and our boys. Jon was a good friend and I know he will be missed by many. We pray that God will comfort you during this difficult time.
Terry & Delores Webb
December 30, 2013
I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT JON. HE WAS A GOOD FRIEND WHEN HE LIVED IN GRAY, GA. HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED. PRAYING FOR YOUR FAMILY
RONNIE HOLLOWAY
December 30, 2013
Cathy and Johnny and family, We are so sorry to hear about Jon. We will miss him so much but know that heaven is rejoicing to have him there. We love you all and miss you much. Our prayers are with you and know that all the Crueys are praying for all of you.
Tim, Tina and Carman Richmond
December 30, 2013
Cathy, Jonathan and family, honey we are so sorry to her about Jon. We just found out today. Please drop us a line when you get a chance. We are praying for all of you and know that Jon is in heaven rejoicing with the rest of our family. Love you, Aunt Bonnie and Uncle Newton
Newton and Bonnie Altizer
December 30, 2013
I am sorry for your loss. I was friends with and worked with Jonathan for many years at UGA. He as a good and kind man and will be missed.
Jerry Daniel
December 30, 2013
I was so very sorry to hear of your loss. I have so may wonderful memories of the Liston family. I will always be thankful for the years they mentored me and so many others in Sunday School at FBC. He was a kind, decent man. I'm so sorry Ms Cathy and Jonathan.
Leslie Mathews Stone
December 30, 2013
This message goes out to the whole Liston family.
Mr. Liston was one of my teachers at Jones County High School in Gray Ga. I was also one of the officers in VICA. On behalf of all the officers and members of VICA I would like to say we are so sorry to hear of Mr. Liston's passing and hope that the family can find some comfort during this time of need. Mr. Liston was a wonderful teacher and person. He will be greatly missed!
Lisa Whidby
December 30, 2013
love and prayers go out to the Liston family, Mr. liston was a great teacher and mentor he will be missed very much, I'm sorry Mr. liston for all the crazy stuff I did in your class I was too young to realize it was immature of me..
keith hall
December 30, 2013
Cathy Johathan And Family
Our hearts were saddened by Jon's death. He was so good to us in 1991 when We lost our Son Randy. Your Family will be remembered in our prayers. May God be with you.
Buddy & Faye L King
December 30, 2013
A wonderful Teacher and caring man. The world has lost a bright light. But he did make a lasting impression on many.
Coley Butler Fair
December 30, 2013
Praying for you and your family.
Melanie White
December 30, 2013
I am so sorry . He was the best. I love you Mrs Cathy and family!
Jennifer Peavy Fielder
December 30, 2013
My heart goes out to your family. You were a great teacher and family friend. You will be missed.
Angie Repzynski Laugherty
December 29, 2013
I went to high school with Jon and lived near his home in Farmers Branch, Texas. We played on the high school tennis team and were members of the yearbook staff at RL Turner. Jon was a kind hearted soul and my memories of our time together in high school I will always cherish. My prayers go out to his family during this unexpected loss. May you have a beautiful passage Jon. We have been blessed by your life.
Carol McCabe
December 29, 2013
Jon was a warm and caring individual with a wry sense of humor. He was conscientious and professional, and respected by everyone who worked with him. I will miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Laurie Anderson
December 29, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with Jon's family and friends.
Martha Maxfield Cottingham
December 29, 2013
Cathy, Jonathan, and families, I am so very sorry for your loss. Jon was a sweet, kind, and willing helper to all. I pray that God holds you close during this time of grief. God's peace.
Nancy Nash
December 29, 2013
Cathy & family,
We were so saddened to hear of your loss of Jon. Memories came to mind from your time in Gray. All of you will be in our thoughts & prayers. May God strengthen you & comfort you.
In His Grip,
John & Sandy Albrycht
Sandy Albrycht
December 29, 2013
Cathy & Johnny,
Our hearts are broken for you. So sad for the loss, but thankful that we realize the hope of a sweet reunion in Heaven. A million wonderful memories come to mind and make us smile when we think of Jon. We love you and will remember you daily in our prayers.
Jeff & Julie Pratt
December 29, 2013
To the Liston family, we're all saddened to learn of the death of our colleague, Jon. Please accept our most sincere condolences. May the God of Peace grant you comfort during this time of loss.
UGA-FMD HR Department
December 29, 2013
We were so sorry to hear about Jon today. Know that y'all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jay & Sherri Evans
December 29, 2013
Thinking and praying for you and your family.
Rhonda Fulford
December 29, 2013
I knew Jon only through my membership on the staff representative group at UGA, but I can say he was so very nice and I will miss him.
Barbara Hartman
December 29, 2013
Cathy and Jonathan, our hearts are terribly saddened to hear of Jon's passing. He touched the lives of so many Boy Scouts. I know The Master is saying, "Job well done, my good and faithful servant." Many prayers going up for you and all the family.
Minor and Carla Pryor
December 29, 2013
Cathy and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I have always loved your family and have missed all of you since you moved from Gray. Jon was always so kind and gentle. My love and prayers to you.
Cheryl Griggs-Horton
December 29, 2013
John was a wonderful person.He had such a sweet spirit.We are so sorry for your loss.
Rayna and James Pruett
December 29, 2013
Cathy and Jonathan and family, Fred and I are so sorry to hear of your loss of Jon. So many great memories of you guys when you were in Gray. We will pray for a peace that passes all understanding during these days ahead.
Fred & Teresa Allen
December 29, 2013
I am so deeply saddened. Jon was a very special person and a good friend. His presence would be deeply missed particularly his great smile, kindness and willingness to help everyone.
My deepest condolences to the family
World has lost a great human being
Rest in peace my friend
Sohail Malik
December 29, 2013
Jon was a dear friend and is already missed so much.
Sandra Gary
December 28, 2013
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Bernstein Funeral Home
December 29, 2013
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