Jon M. Whan

Jon M. Whan, PhD, 77, of Byron Center, Commenced Eternity with his Heavenly Father and Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. On January 1, 2019 he completed his tasks here on earth. Jon was born October 27, 1941, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the son of the late Ivan Whan and Dorothy Whan.

He leaves behind his wife of 56 and one-half years, Esther Kay (Seidelman) Whan; daughter, Julianne Carey, and her husband, James Carey; daughter, Ellen Karel and her husband, Randy Karel; son, Jonathan Whan, and his wife, Diana Whan; son, Jeremey Whan and his wife, Christina Whan. In addition, he leaves behind nine grandchildren, three grand-in-law children, and two great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister, Susan (Whan) Tate and her husband, Michael Tate. In addition, he is survived by many precious extended family members and friends.

Proceeding him in death are his parents Ivan and Dorothy Whan, and his in-laws George and Margaret Seidelman. Many other precious family members and friends were waiting his arrival in Heaven.

Jon was an example in leadership in education for over 30 years. He was a Superintendent of three school districts: McBain Public Schools (1972-1976,) Montabella Community Schools (1976-1992,) and the Bay Arenac Intermediate Schools (1992 – 2002.)

Visitation, Celebration of Life, and Reception will be held at Rush Creek Bible Church, 2334 76th Street, Byron Center, Michigan, 49315. Visitation will be held from 10-11 AM Friday, January 11, 2019 with Celebration of Life at 11:30-12:30 AM. A lunch reception will follow. Burial will be a private family event.

If you are unable to attend, Kay is receiving family and friends at her home in Byron Center.

Please consider Jon's wish, in lieu of flowers, by donating to one of the following organizations: Our family has been influenced by Gull Lake Ministries, Christian Family Resort Center since 1974, please send donations to Gull Lake Ministries, 1800 Burlington Dr., Hickory Corners, MI 49060 or www.gulllake.org “donate”

Or, the Amyloidosis Foundation [email protected] because this disease precipitated his advanced-congestive heart failure.