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BIll: Thanks for the kind words. He really enjoyed Bridge Day and it was a great way for all of the family jumpers and Dragans alike to get together and have some fun. To you BIll and all of the base jumpers - THANK YOU FOR ALL OF YOUR PRAYERS AND CONDOLENCES! Dad is gonna miss you all. He always thought you guys were the centerpiece in bridge day and were a big part of what it is. Hopefully, we'll see you all in October! Godspeed and best wishes. Josh Dragan

The memorial service was open to anyone and everyone who wanted to attend. Word of mouth and the articles in the newspapers spread the news about the service. There was a total of 494 people taht signed the guestbooks. I'm sure that didn't cover everyone though. I'm soory on behalf of the family for everyone that came and had to be re-routed to the basement. We figured on maybe 150-200 people but never imagined 500. We overwhelmed by everyone's thought, prayers and attendance. We had no idea that dad touched so many people's lives! Please continue to keep everyone in your thoughts and prayers. Josh

Hello guys. This is Josh Dragan, Jon's son. Thanks for all of the kind words about my father, guys. My dad & I have pulled many of you out of the New River over the years. My father was a special person and I know he enjoyed working with you all and that Bridge Day was near & dear to his heart. Despite all of the rumors that circulated around the state and the country (he made the ticker on CNN), he died on Saturday, February 12th at 8:33 AM. He was 62. The rest of the family & I will miss him dearly. He went way before his time. We hope to be back picking people up this fall if you guys will have us. Bridge Day 2005 is in the process of being dedicated to him and we are grateful to all for making this possible. Thanks so much for your support, prayers and well wishes. He's in a better place. Keep the family in your prayers and we hope to see you in the Fall. Sincerely, Josh Dragan