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SILVERSTEIN, Jon Alan, 57, left us suddenly of a heart attack on October 16, 2015. Born on November 1, 1957 in Manchester, CT., Jon attended Westledge High School and George Washington University. He was an avid adventurer starting with his first trip to Hong Kong with his father at age 17. He hiked Mount Everest, bicycled through the Netherlands, and worked on a kibbutz in Israel. Jon traveled extensively throughout Asia where he fell in love with China, especially Dalien, Hong Kong, and Shenyang. Jon spent many happy years teaching Business English at Shenyang University; he loved his students and became a friend to all. Jon returned to the US where he was a businessman with corporations across the country from Washington, D.C. to Washington State in a variety of fields. Jon was predeceased by his parents Lee Marvin Silverstein and Doris Cramer Silverstein. He is survived by his ex-wife and beloved Jingping Liu and her partner Greg Huntley, his son Howard Su and daughter-in-law Xinyi, and granddaughter Muses Su, as well as his sisters Leslie Silverstein Amadeo and brother-in-law David, Amy Silverstein Cramer and sister-in-law Amelia, Elizabeth Silverstein Cory and brother-in-law Glenn Maller, Priya Silverstein, nieces Margaret Cramer and Jaclyn Maller, nephew Eli Maller and aunts Phyllis Silverstein Rubinovitz (Samuel) and Barbara Silverstein. Funeral services will be held Thursday, October 22, 2015, 11:00am at Beth Sholom B’nai Israel, 400 Middle Turnpike East, Manchester, CT with interment following in Temple Beth Sholom Memorial Park, Manchester, CT. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association. Arrangements are entrusted to Weinstein Mortuary, Hartford, CT. For further information, directions, or to sign the guest book for Jon, please visit online at www.weinsteinmortuary.com/funerals.cfm

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Deceased On:

Thursday, January 1, 1970

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Thursday, January 1, 1970

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From: Amelia Cramer

From Tucson, AZ

Posted On: October 20, 2015

Jon Knee was a kind and caring brother-in-law and a world class noodge who could always make me laugh and smile. He loved deeply and was deeply loved. I miss him very much.

From: Kevin Martin

From New Orleans, LA

Posted On: October 21, 2015

Brother,

You will be missed dearly. Our journey together from China to today has been an awesome one. Our geo-politico-socio-economic debates as well as our exchanges on life and experiences will be sorely missed.

You are an inspiration to others, remaining positive in outlook despite the battles you fought. You always expressed your love of family, friends and country, and the fantastic life journey you had. Thanks for making me a part of that journey.

Be at peace now. Shalom.

From: Andi Seader

From Manchester, CT

Posted On: October 21, 2015

I knew Jon my whole life, any time we were together from childhood to adulthood it was always humorous.
Jon loved Leslie and my antics/stories through the years.
Thoughts of Jon will always bring a smile to me.

Love to all the Silversteins, who were a second family to me.

Andi

From: Laura Burnett Wade

From Olymlia, WA

Posted On: October 20, 2015

Jon, I've known you since I was 5 years old. You were always a noodge, and I miss you. Brilliant, caring, and deeply loyal and loving. I will remember you always, Jon Alan Silverstein. Love from Laura, your nerdy neighbor.

From: Meiling Silverstein

From West hartford, Ct

Posted On: October 20, 2015

Jon no more pain say hi to dad (Lee)
I miss you
Love
Meiling silverstein

From: Swearse. Brtidget

From Scotland, UK

Posted On: October 29, 2015

Jon was a joy to work with in Shenyang and taught me a great deal about working with Chinese students. I shall miss his sense of humour. He gave me one of his Father's books which I still enjoy. I am very sad at his passing and my thoughts are with his family and friends.

From: Henk te Boekhorst

From Shenyang, China

Posted On: October 25, 2015

Jon was a great friend. I will really miss him

From: Beth

From Berlin, ct

Posted On: October 26, 2015

DearLeslie,Dave Amy and Amelia,
I am so sorry to hear about Jon. I have not seen you years, but will always hold you dear to my heart.
Beth Horan

From: Daniel Elster

From Ridgefield Park, nJ

Posted On: October 21, 2015

Jon will be laid to rest in the presence of his beloved sisters and his many close friends. Those friendships have endured since his childhood, for over half a century, and are a testament to his loving, gentle spirit. May his memory be blessed, as his life blessed those who now say goodbye to him. God rest his spirit.

From: Mike Seader

From Denver, CO

Posted On: October 22, 2015

I grew up with Jon. We ran around the neighborhood together, then drove around it, then left it and went our separate ways. I'm glad I can say Jon was my friend, and Amy and Leslie too. Best wishes for peace and happiness to all the Silverstein family and friends.

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