Jon was born April 19, 1959 in Blossburg, PA, a son of Barbara J. (Burgess) Sentyz of Troy.
He served with the U.S. Army during Operation Golden Phesant in Hondauras. Employed as a truck driver, Jon always believed in hard work to achieve his goals. His grandchildren were the light of his life. Jon will be forever remembered for his truthful, honorable nature and a heart of gold. He enjoyed riding motorcycle. In earlier years he excelled in short track racing.
In addition to his mother Barb, surviving are his children: Michelle (Thomas) Swingle, Canton, Dillan Hurlburt and Jeremy Schweighart both of Waverly, NY; four grandchildren, Devin, Kayden, Kaleigh and Mahliya; sister, Ginny (Michael) Chamberlain, Troy; uncle, Bill (Jane) Burgess, Canton and a niece and nephew.
Rev. Duane Taylor will officiate a graveside service held at Beech Flats Cemetery, 11 A.M. on Saturday, June 23. with full military honors accorded. Pepper Funeral Home & Cremation Facility, Canton Chapel is in care of arrangements