of Searcy, AR
June 19, 1985 - December 22, 2008
Jonathan David Shearer, ''Jon D'', 23, of Clay, Arkansas went to be with our Lord Jesus December 22, 2008 at Arkansas Children's Hospital after a long battle with Niemann-Pick Disease. "Jon D" was born June 19, 1985.
"Jon D" never met a stranger and he loved everyone. He enjoyed playing with ''Bro'' every chance he could. God's love would shine through "Jon D" in his smile and in his eyes.
He is survived by his parents, Richard and Janice Shearer, of Clay, Arkansas; one brother and sister-in-law, Reagan and Kerry Shearer of Clay, Arkansas; paternal grandmother, Jane Shearer, of Heber Springs, Arkansas; and maternal grandparents. Vera (Wood) ''Nanny'' and Jr. Davis of Clay, AR and many uncles, aunts, cousins and as "Jon D" would say, ''a Bunch of Friends''. He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, JC Shearer, of Wilburn, Arkansas and Raymond Wood ''PaPa'', of Clay, Arkansas.
Funeral services will be Saturday, December 27, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. at Mt Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church in Clay with interment following at Howell Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday, December 26, 2008 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Roller-Daniel Funeral Home in Searcy. Memorial donations may be made to the Niemann-Pick Foundation (nnpdf.org).
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47 Condolence(s)
Lola Crouch
Saturday, January 3, 2009
Dear Reagan and Kerry,
I am saddened by the death of Jonathan. I know of your deep love for and care of him over the years, Reagan. I taught at ASU with Jan Hill and learned of Jonathan through her. May God bless you as you grieve his passing, but celebrate his life and victory in Christ Jesus.
Love,
Lola Crouch
Dale Tucker and Family
Friday, January 2, 2009
We were sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you during this difficult time.
Donna Odum
Thursday, January 1, 2009
Reagan, Janice, and Richard - Just wanted you to know I'm praying for you and that Jon D. was a blessing to me. I first saw him at Pangburn School. when I worked there as the nurse. He'd watch out the window while the high school kids were out on break. I could always tell when he spotted Reagan, because his little face would light up and he'd always say, "there's my Reagan." I only knew him from school for a couple of years, but he'll always have a special place in my heart.
Uncle Buster, Aunt Judy, Caitlyn and Hailey
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
What a wonderful celebration of Jon D's life was held on Saturday...from singing "Do Lord" and "The
B-I-B-L-E"..(both songs that Jon D. loved to sing as a child)....to hearing how he impacted other people's lives in ways that none of us knew until then...thank you to the Mt. Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church for the wonderful meal and service and love shown to the family during this difficult time. We are so grateful that Richard and Janice and Reagan and Kerry have such wonderful church families as well as the entire Niemann-Pick community to share their burden as they move forward. Richard and Janice, you are incredible parents and advocates for all children suffering from Niemann-Pick. Our family will truly miss Jon D., a special young man who touched all of our lives in a postiive way. We love ya'll and are here for you.
Starlia Aubrey
Monday, December 29, 2008
Richard and Janice,
I am so sorry for your loss. I consider it an honor to have known Jon D. I know that he will be missed, but he is with the Lord now.
patsy
Sunday, December 28, 2008
My prayers go out to you. Jonathan fought the neiman pick disease for many years, and many people have learned so much from him. Many families will benefit from knowing Jon. Just have peace knowing that he is not suffering any more. God be with you and give you peace.
Jack Bratton
Saturday, December 27, 2008
Janice,
I am very sorry to here of your loss at this time. May you and your family be in our prayers through this hard time. god bless your family.
Kelly (Herrell) Drake
Saturday, December 27, 2008
Shearer's family,
I am so sorry about your losses. John was sweetheart & will be missed. I can sense Jesus Christ's love in whole family toward me for years. All of you are in my prayers. Don't ever give up hope to see John Dee in heaven someday. Love in Jesus Christ, Kelly (Herrell), Anna & Joy Drake
Kim Cleaver
Saturday, December 27, 2008
I'm sorry to hear about your loss. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers. If there is anything I can do, please let me know!
Janice & Kenneth Graham
Saturday, December 27, 2008
Our prayers go out to you during your loss. We know that God will be with your family during this time.
Todd Cowell
Saturday, December 27, 2008
Janice,
You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. JD was lucky to have such a loving and dedicated family and he touched many lives. JD is now in a much better place.
Todd, Michelle, Rachel, & Sarah
Miers
Saturday, December 27, 2008
Our hearts are with you.
James, Barbara, Kiehl, Maria, Kevan
Dave Schaaf
Saturday, December 27, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are now spread from all over this country for the Shearer's. Jonathan was among us due to the love and attention given to him by his friends and family.
He is now in God's hands.
Elmer Chatman
Friday, December 26, 2008
I am so sorry for your lost my prayers go out to you and your family. If their is anything I can do let me know May God Bless you and your family.
Elmer Chatman and Family
Malinda(Baxter) Smith
Friday, December 26, 2008
Jan and Richard I am so sorry to hear about Jon D.I know you are going through a tough time. Just know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Larry Turley & family
Friday, December 26, 2008
We are sorry to here about your loss. Your family is in are thoughts & prayers. If there is anything we can do please let us know. God bless you all.
Larry Turley & family
Friday, December 26, 2008
We are sorry to here about your loss. Your family is in are thoughts & prayers. If there is anything we can do please let us know. God bless you all.
Joyce Edwards
Friday, December 26, 2008
Shearer Family you are in our prayers. May God bless and strenghten you through the loss of your love one. He will forever be in your present and in your hearts. Continue to trust in the lord for all your needs.
Edwards Family
Daryl Wirges
Friday, December 26, 2008
Janice,
Though my heart aches for your family's loss, I know Jonanthan's battle and your sacrafices have brought needed attention to the niemann-pick fight. God bless you and our sincere condolences.
Daryl & Leslie Wirges
Ramona Watson
Friday, December 26, 2008
My sympathy for your loss.
Phillip and Lorie Miller
Friday, December 26, 2008
I just found out about Jon's passing this morning, and I'm so sorry for your loss. Jon was such a blessing to every one he met! His smile could melt even the hardest of hearts! I'm so thankful that I was able to know Jon and your entire family! I pray for God's comfort and strength for each of you during this difficult time.
Lorie Miller
Lila Nelson
Friday, December 26, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Jonathan David Jacoby
Friday, December 26, 2008
I only realized tonight that Jon D and I have the same names. I with I had know him. My heart aches nevertheless. Please, John, smile down on my Joshua and wish for him a long and happy life.
Thank you.
Keith, Lana, Alan-Michael & Maci Shearer
Thursday, December 25, 2008
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you in your time of sorrow.
Love,
Keith, Lana
Alan-Michael &
Maci Shearer
Lisa Holliday Crisco
Thursday, December 25, 2008
Richard, Janice, Regan.....I am sadden at finding out about Jonathan.... you may remember but I took care of him for a while several years ago..and also worked with you at Maytag... My heart goes out to you and I pray that God will give you the comfort that you need...
Rodney Farley
Thursday, December 25, 2008
Richard, Janice and Reagan, I pray that God gives you strength in your time of sorrow. God Bless you all.
Brenda Eadie
Thursday, December 25, 2008
Please know there are so many others who care about your family, and Jon D. I hope knowing that others care deeply will help you in the days and months ahead. I am so sorry. I am keeping you close in my thoughts and heart. Please let me know if I can help in any way.
In love & sympathy,
Brenda Eadie
Mom to Kevin, NPC
Dec. 24, 1993 - Nov. 12,2008
Betty Rascoe
Thursday, December 25, 2008
I'm sorry for your loss.
NANCY DILLARD
Wednesday, December 24, 2008
I am sorry for your loss, but praise God for heaven's gain. My prayers will be with you as you start through journey of healing. I have lost a son also and know the heartache, I know your family is strong in Christ and will lean on him in everything.
May God Bless your family, Nancy Dillard
patty (reaper) pankey
Wednesday, December 24, 2008
Reagan,
I wanted to let you know how sorry I was to hear about your brother. I know how much you and your family loved him, and what joy he brought to your family. Although I never met him I know that he was the best brother that you could have ever asked for in life. May God bless you and your family at this time, and rest assured that God is watching him run and play now.
All my love and prayers.
Kelly and Missey Holloway and family
Wednesday, December 24, 2008
Reagan and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are very sorry for your loss. We never met Jon D but have heard many wonderful stories. He will be greatly missed. God Bless You.
ELAINE ENGLISH
Wednesday, December 24, 2008
TO THE FAMILY:
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALWAYS.... LOVE YOU ALL FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART!!!!!!!!!!!
Marquita Goree
Wednesday, December 24, 2008
Richard, Janice, and Reagan,
I am so sorry for your loss. I remember Jon D when he started to school. He would always make me smile to watch him run and jump on the playground. He would tell me he was trying to catch his horses. He was so sweet and cute. You are in my prayers.
Sue Ella Warbritton
Wednesday, December 24, 2008
Richard & Janice,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. You are wonderful people and took great care of Jon D.
Tom & Karen Staggs
Wednesday, December 24, 2008
Reagan, even though we didn't know Jon D we were so very sorry to hear of his passing. Our prayers and thoughts go out to you and your family during these sad times.
Sheila, Lyndel, Rick Wood
Wednesday, December 24, 2008
Jan, Richard, REagan & Kerry
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I know that you have a big hole in your world but Jon is in a better place. I can see him now running and jumping and making up for the years he could only think of this. No pain and no tears. All our love.
Gail (Williams) Quattlebaum
Wednesday, December 24, 2008
Words can't express the feeling of sadness of your loss. God is our only hope and He gave His Only Son that we might have life. 2 Timothy 4:6-7 came to mind when I heard the news. Our hearts and prayers are with you and the family at this time. There will be a grand reunion soon and I am looking forward to that day. Jonathan is leaping and dancing before the Lord and singing with all his heart. What a blessed time and we will get to share it soon. In Christ, Gail
Patricia Herrell
Tuesday, December 23, 2008
Janice and Richard and family
I am so sorry about John D and know that it is going to be hard on all that knew him. We will all miss him very much. He has been a part of our families here on earth and now he is in the Lord's family with no ailments at all. You took good care of John D. and loved him and that is all we can do for our children. He will stand tall with the angels.
We love you all
Patsy
Kelly Buckliew
Tuesday, December 23, 2008
We will all miss Jon D.
Bruce & Sherry Shearer
Tuesday, December 23, 2008
Jon D. we love you and will miss you dearly. We hope that you are running and playing with 'Papa" in heaven today. We will see you one day. Be looking for us. Love Uncle Bruce and Aunt Sherry
Buddy & Elaine Padgett
Tuesday, December 23, 2008
We are thinking about you and praying for you during this difficult time.
Trish Fowler
Tuesday, December 23, 2008
Jonathon was very special. I will always remember him. Love and prayers to the family.
Lyn,Sherry & Josh Davis
Tuesday, December 23, 2008
Dear Rich & Jan,
We'll never forget our "Biddy" Boy or our trips to Elmo's to get a pepper. As we remember Jon D, our prayer is that God will carry you & comfort you as Jon gets his First Look at Christ the King. WE LOVE YOU!
Lyn, Sherry & Josh
Linda (Crisler) Lindsey
Tuesday, December 23, 2008
Janice
I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you and your family.
Linda (Crisler) Lindsey
Teres Williams
Tuesday, December 23, 2008
Janice and Regan
I am so sorry for your loss. I know he will be missed so much. You will now have your own little angel in heaven. My thought and prayers are with you.
Love Teresa
Sharon and Jarrel Shearer
Tuesday, December 23, 2008
Janice, Richard, Reagan and Kerry,
We are going to miss our nephew "Jon D". His smile is one we will always remember. He was a special boy that God created and will always be an angel to us.
We can only imagine what it was like when he saw the face of our God. We know God has Jon D. in his care and Jon D will be waiting for all us when our time has come to meet our God.
We love you,
Jarrel & Sharon
Billie Jo (Barber) Overstreet
Tuesday, December 23, 2008
Shearers,
You all have been such a special family to me and to all of us thru the years. We love you all so very much and am praying for you all at this time. Can't you just imagine how beautifully he's singing one of his favorite songs...Do Lord! I Love you!