Geraldine White John

Sending our thoughts and prayers to the family of Miss Jeri. She was such an inspriration to the talents of many especially the young children. We have so many fond memories of the talent shows that she and Miss Debbie put together. She touched so many lives for so many years. Again our thoughts and prayers go out to you.

To Jeri Jon's Family,
I was just thinking of her last week, how ironic. I took dance lessons from her when I was a little girl. She was such a nice lady. I have lots of nice memories of her. My sincere sympathy to her family.

Garry and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. When I think of your Mom, I think of someone with lots of energy and also remember her smile. Your memories of her will be with you always and at the service it will be nice to hear of the memories others have of her. I will be lighting a candle for her this Sunday. Take care.

It is with the deepest regret that we will mourn the passing of JJ.
My name is Dave Slusser and I'm one half of Country Memories. Keith and I are a classic country duet that plays at Bonham Nursing Home on a regular basis. Every time we played there in the past JJ was always front and center with a big smile. She always made sure they kept her a front row seat. She would always have positive comments to add to our performance. When we ended a song sometimes she would say " I love the arrangement " or " the vocals were really good." Once in awhile she'd look at me and say in s stern voice " if you're gonna' do harmonies, get your face in that microphone " and then she'd smile. The last few times we played there JJ wasn't able to make the show and of course we'd always ask about her and Brenda or Daryl would say " she's not feeling well and she's been sleeping a lot." Sometimes Jim Bonham would record our show so JJ could listen when she was feeling better. So in closing, JJ will be missed by Keith and myself. We hope the Lord will hold her in the hollow of His hand, and allow her to lead the Angel Band from time to time. With her background in music, we know she will love that. On behalf of myself and Keith.
Sincerest condolences and heart felt sympathies.
Dave Slusser
Country Memories

Jan and families, Our deepest and heartfelt sympathies and prayers are sent your way at this difficult time in the lives of all that came in contact with this wonderful woman.
May the joyous memories accompany you along the slow,but steady path known as the grieving process.May the shoulders,and hugs of others support you. As time begins to heal,the shoulders and hugs will evolve to hand holding,then to a loving smile.
Then, when you,and only you decide,the grief will be continuously overshadowed by the heartwarming memories. Paul Robins and family

To Jan & Garry. I'm so sorry for your loss. Miss Jeri was much more than a dance teacher to me- she was a friend. I often think about her and all the different places where she taught over the many years I took lessons. She truly was an inspiration to me & so many others. You have my sincerest sympathy.

Jeri was a wonderful teacher her took shy little girls and boys and gave them the confidence in themselves and thier talents so that they thought that they could do anything. She was truly a beautiful person and will be greatly missed. I know that she is probably busy organizing a recital of angels in heaven.

I was saddened to hear about this. My mother, 2 aunts and myself all too voice, dance and ballet classes and she has always left footprints in our minds and heart. I bet heaven is getting a spectacular show right now! Our prayers are with your family.

Dear Jan, Garry and Debbie, I was so sorry to read Miss Jeri's obituary yesterday. It brought back so many wonderful memories of the years that I took ballet, tap and acrobatics with her, as a little girl and then later in my 30's. What fun we had! She was such a wonderful teacher and will be missed by many. I know she is singing and dancing in Heaven! Take care. Leslie.

Gary and Marietta and Family:

Just wanted you to know that Darla and I have you folks in our thoughts and prayers. Please feel free to call on us if we can be of any further assitance in any way. May God surround you with His peace and consolation.

Bruce

I took dancing lessons from Miss Jeri for years as a child and she inspired me to go into Theatre. I'm now a professional stage director with New York, national tour, and regional credits. Every time I start a rehearsal period for a musical, I take a private moment and thank Jeri Jon. I will continue in her memory!

I spent many years with Jeri Jon. She taught me how to sing.! I remember at first I wasn't looking forward to it but she had faith in me and she pushed me to become a better singer. She cured my stage fright by making me get up on stage numerous times. I remember the first time I sang Blue by Leann Rimes she yelled at me, telling me that song was way to professional for a little girl. But everyday I went in to my lesson I tried to sing that song.
Jeri Jon was an amazing woman. She had so much talent and so much love to give. I'm so happy that I got to meet her and that I was able to spend every Thursday with her. She will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to the rest of her family. She will never be forgotton.

My heart is saddened to hear of Ms Jeri's passing. My brother and I took dance, voice and piano lessons from her when we lived in Coatesville. What a great lady she was! Her enthusiam and energy was immesible and Lord knows, the end of year performances for her students were truly unforgetable. I will always remember her smile and to this day, I can still "shuffle off to Bufallo"!

Marletha Ransom Thomas

Dear Ones, beloved of Jeri Jon,
My mother, Romaine Moore took dance lessons from Jeri and I took dance with her as well but neither of us continued with our lessons. However, Emmy Engel Tuel took dance and voice lessons with Jeri and Debbie and loved both of them. Emmy gained confidence and poise over the years and continues to sing solos in church and for special occasions. While in seminary, I took some voice with Jeri and we had some wonderful conversations. I told her I loved her and I tell you we will never forget her. What a great lady!
We were unable to be with you on Saturday but you are all in our prayers.
Blessings of God's peace and joy,
With love, Beth Engel and Emmy Tuel

I have so often, over the years, thought of you and your mom. While life took over, it never allowed me the time to get reacquanted. Now I am so sad that I missed the opportunity to tell your mom how much she meant to me. There will always be a very special place in my heart for your mom. I have such fond memories of the shows and the fun we had as kids back stage. She was a big part of Coatesville history! She will truly be missed. Much Love. Teri

My deepest sympathy to Jeri Jon's family, friends, and former students.

I took dance from Jeri Jon in the 70's. She was my first dance teacher and the one who started me on my dance path. At her suggestion I later moved on to other schools, but my love of dance comes directly from her. I remember being the Littlest Swan in my first dance recital at age 3, the year we had white tap shoes that sounded so much better, being the only girl in my very small acro class who could not to a walkover, and the time she traced my feet for my first pointe shoes. Eventually I went on to study in WC and even in NYC, but my love was always in the dance studio. I became a dance teacher and a studio owner, and when I dig through all the layers of my dance life, I find Jeri Jon was my inspiration for it all. I am the teacher I am today because she shared her passion with me when I was small. I wish I had thanked her for all she taught me and for the big influence she was on my life. Please know that Jeri Jon's passing is felt by everyone who had the joy of dancing with her.