GRAHAM, Wash. — Jon Bradley Lundquist, 25, died Friday, Aug. 17, 2012 at his home.
He was born Dec. 30, 1986 in Great Bend, the son of Michael and Rhonda Lundquist. His family moved to Red Oak, Iowa. and then to Graham, Wash.
Survivors include his two children, Xhander and Jaileigh, who reside in Red Oak, Iowa, with their mother Leigh Anne Slaughter; his parents, Michael and Rhonda; two sisters, Nicole and Calie; and his grandmother, Mary B. Schneider, Great Bend.
He moved on to a better place and will be missed deeply. Jon will be remembered for his sense of humor and how he could make anyone laugh. He wrote beautiful poetry and had a strong passion for music. Jon had a smile that could light up the room. He was very proud...brave and determined, He will be watching over us all and remain in our hearts forever.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Gene and Marieta Lundquist, Hutchinson; Marion J. Schneider. Albert; and uncle Gil Taylor, Seattle. Wash.

Great Bend (Kan.) Tribune, Aug. 26, 2012 *