Jonathan (Jon) David Palmer

Jon was born August 7th, 1965 in San Bernardino to parents Richard and Marilee Palmer. Jon passed away at his home January 6th with his loving wife by his side. Jon moved from San Bernardino with his family to Bishop, CA where he attended school. The family would spend time between their homes in Bishop and Bridgeport. Jon graduated Bishop Union High School class of 1983. Jon met and married his high school sweetheart and the love of his life Tina Raymond on April 26th 1985. Shortly after they welcomed their first Daughter Tawni. Jon continued to grow his family and also took over the family Real Estate Appraisal business in the Eastern Sierras. Welcoming two more daughters into the world Brittani and Chelsi. Jon continued his career as a real estate appraiser for over 39 years. Jon worked diligently to provide for his family and was a devoted husband and father.

Jon loved the lord with all his heart, he was a man of great faith, character and integrity. Jon had a heart of gold that was honest and true, true to his faith and true to his family. His family meant the world to him. Jon lived for family gatherings, watching football, camping, practical joking and vacationing at the beach. He also enjoyed dirt bike riding and loved that his children and grandchildren shared that love too.

Jon is preceded in death by his parents Richard and Marilee Palmer, brother Christopher Palmer, sister Cynthia Pingel and nephew Scott Pingel. Jon is survived by his loving wife of nearly 40 years Tina Palmer, daughters Tawni Johnston, Brittani Murray, Chelsi Hoodman and their husbands Matt Johnston, Ryan Murray and Christopher Hoodman. Along with Grandchildren Mitch Johnston, Jaycee Johnston, Stella Murray, Jaxon Murray. Brother-in-law Bob Pingel. Father and Mother-in-law Jim and Leona Raymond. Sister-in-laws Diana Thompson and Gina Chinzi. Their husbands Chris Thompson and Guy Chinzi. And their children Heather, CJ, Aaron and Austin. Also his loving dog Willie. 

Jon or better known as Honey, Dad or Papa will be greatly missed and live forever in our hearts as the most selfless, sweetest, loving and caring man.

A celebration of life is set to be held at the Neighborhood Church January 25th @11am. We welcome all who loved him to attend.