During the summer after my first year of law school, I was lucky enough to work with and learn from Mr. Hope. He was a good attorney and kind person, and will be missed.

- Channell Singh, Hinesville,

I first met Jon at elementary school about 50 years ago. We also went to Lakeside H.S. together about 40 years ago, and stayed friends by phone for many years after that. I am incredibly saddened and shocked by the news. I still remember him vividly as one of my childhood school friends, and I will keep those many good memories of him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

- Joe DiPaola, Davis, CA

Hi Kim, I am very sorry to hear of Jon's passing. I will always have fond memories of the good times I spent wit the two of you. My heart goes out to you and your family.

- Bert Cohen, Marietta, GA

I am so sorry for your loss. I think about it every day, and I will be praying for you and your family

- Lee Smith III, savannah, GA

let me just tell you something, he was a great guy, he was an awesome dad. Jon was always someone that could always put a smile on your face.. I don't know what to say, I will miss him forever... We were at his house one day and going to order a pizza, coco, em, glenn, kim, whit, and little jon and big jon... and little jon was going to pick it up in his little car our pizza..... little jon ... NOT bad parenting_, little Jon went to pick up the pizza... almost made it to the main road ... oh at 3-4 years old.... Big Jon found little Jon and thank God the pizza came - all were safe. God Bless You Guys. Call if you need me 706.621.8411. Much love and prayers.

- coco, athens, GA

My condolences to the Hope family. I love you Jon. You know I will be missing you bad. Your friend forever Glenn

- Glenn Freshour, , GA

My deepest condolences to the Hope family. Jon's quirkiness was a delight to all and he will be sadly missed at the DA's office and by the Atlantic Circuit. May his memory live on in the wonderful stories shared by all who knew him. Rest in Peace Jon - and may the Burger King on the other side be the grandest yet!

- Dawn DeLoach, Hinesville, GA

My heart goes out to the entire Hope family. Jon was a man of character whose traits included loyalty to family and friends, honesty, grit, intelligence and an unsurpassed dry wit and sense of humor. He often used humor to dissipate an uncomfortable moment, which made you realize that sometimes life is an absurd comedy. Jon was highly respected and admired, and will be missed tremendously by all who had the privilege of knowing and loving him. RIP, Jon, and we will see you on the other side. Meanwhile, make them laugh up there. Yvonne Dube Lilburn, GA

- Yvonne Dube, Lilburn, GA

I will miss Jon's humor and quick wit. Jon would come to Atlanta in the early 90's for Braves games. A group of friends always had a cookout. Jon never failed to show up without one half a bag of potato chips. He will be deeply missed by all that were lucky enough to have known him. I was lucky enough to have gone to Bobby Cox's last game as the Braves manager. I will do my best to uphold his tradition with the Braves.

- Richard Sellers, Atlanta, GA

Our thoughts and our prayers are with the entire Hope family who have Jon as a guardian angel watching over them. Love will always be the bridge between us left here on earth and those who have passed on to eternal life. Rest in peace, Jon.

- Greg & Jeanne Fogleman, Tallahassee, FL

I only knew Jon for a short time practicing with him in the Atlantic Judicial Circuit. In that time, I found him to be a wonderful person, able to make me laugh in the midst of stressful circumstances. I had looked forward to more of his advice and humor. My condolences to his family. He will be missed!

- Karen Mead, Brunswick, GA

I have fond memories of working with Jon years ago in the Chatham County DA's office. His quirkiness and sense of humor always brightened our day, and he was always there with common sense advice as a colleague, mixed with a witty saying or two. My condolences to his children and family. He will be missed.

- Virginia Patterson, Rincon, GA

Jon was always a professional and a gentleman who never let cases come between his friendships. His presence and wisdom will be missed.

- A. J. Balbo, Richmond Hill, GA

Jon was one of a kind. His honesty and dry sense of humor were a joy. I worked with Jon in the DA'S office in his first years there. He was the best boss you could ask for. I remember all of the other ADA's always ended up piled into his office when they were joking around. It was a pleasure knowing Jon; my prayers are with you Kim and with Jon's family. You will be missed

- Ronnie Tyree, Savannah, GA

My thoughts and prayers are with the Hope Family. Life brings tears, smiles and memories. The tears dry, the smile fades, but the memories live on forever. With deepest sympathy, Yukeyveaya.

- Yukeyveaya Wright, Savannah, GA

I worked with Jon for many years in the Chatham County DA's Office and he always had a smile and a joke. I considered Jon my friend and I feel blessed to have known him. My heart goes out to his children, his family and to his extended family.

- Bridget Browne, Savannah, GA

Jay and Whitney, my heart goes out to you, and I wish I could be there. I didn't know your dad well, but I was around him enough to know that he loved you both so much. There are tears in Tennessee.

- Paige Levy, Brentwood, TN

A good man. I will miss his presence greatly

- joe kitchings, hinesville, GA

Jon and I worked together in the early 80's when he was a prosecutor in my courtroom. He was one of the nicest men I have ever met. Intelligent and kind but strong. I am sorry he is no longer with us. The world was a better place for his presence.

- Mary Staley, Marietta, GA

My heart broke when I heard about Jon.

- Michael Barker, Savannah, GA

I had hoped to see you again before we 'shuffled off this mortal coil.' Goodbye, Wild Man!

- Robbie Collins, Macon, GA

My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

- Deborah Bartley, Savannah, GA

I was so sorry to hear about Jon's death. It was a shock! Jon was a great attorney and a pleasure to work with. He will truly be missed in the Atlantic Judicial Circuit.

- Gay Gill, Fleming, GA

I am saddened and shocked to hear about Jon. I'll always remember his kindness, intelligence, and terrific sense of humor.

- Mark Johnson, Dearing, GA

Jon was one of a kind and will be greatly missed. He will always be remembered for his sense of humor, good naturedness, kindness and skill in the courtroom. It is a sad day.

- Bobbie Foster, Savannah, GA

Jon was my brother . He was a true shining example of what a man should be . He was tough when necessary , tenderhearted always . He wasn't the oldest , but he became the advice giver , the consigliere of the family . He was totally trustworthy and very much appreciated by all of us. He loved his family , baseball , his work , music , old movies and humor . The wonderful memories of this good man will endure . Jon was my brother and I'll miss him forever .

- Jim Hope, Atlanta, GA

I would like to express my condolences to Jon's Mother and the rest of his family. He was a special human being and will be fondly remembered.

- Del Little, Athens, GA

His mannerisms belied the fact that he was a superb lawyer.

- tom gustinella, savannah, GA

I am blessed to have had the honor of calling Jon my Uncle for 24 plus years. Uncle Jon was someone who you could always count on to come up with witty comments and hilarious jokes at our annual family gatherings. Uncle Jon, words cannot describe how much we all miss you.

- David Hope, Lilburn, GA

During the summer after my first year of law school, I was lucky enough to work with and learn from Mr. Hope. He was a good attorney and kind person, and will be missed.

- Channell Singh, Hinesville,

I first met Jon at elementary school about 50 years ago. We also went to Lakeside H.S. together about 40 years ago, and stayed friends by phone for many years after that. I am incredibly saddened and shocked by the news. I still remember him vividly as one of my childhood school friends, and I will keep those many good memories of him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

- Joe DiPaola, Davis, CA

Hi Kim, I am very sorry to hear of Jon's passing. I will always have fond memories of the good times I spent wit the two of you. My heart goes out to you and your family.

- Bert Cohen, Marietta, GA

I am so sorry for your loss. I think about it every day, and I will be praying for you and your family

- Lee Smith III, savannah, GA

let me just tell you something, he was a great guy, he was an awesome dad. Jon was always someone that could always put a smile on your face.. I don't know what to say, I will miss him forever... We were at his house one day and going to order a pizza, coco, em, glenn, kim, whit, and little jon and big jon... and little jon was going to pick it up in his little car our pizza..... little jon ... NOT bad parenting_, little Jon went to pick up the pizza... almost made it to the main road ... oh at 3-4 years old.... Big Jon found little Jon and thank God the pizza came - all were safe. God Bless You Guys. Call if you need me 706.621.8411. Much love and prayers.

- coco, athens, GA

My condolences to the Hope family. I love you Jon. You know I will be missing you bad. Your friend forever Glenn

- Glenn Freshour, , GA

My deepest condolences to the Hope family. Jon's quirkiness was a delight to all and he will be sadly missed at the DA's office and by the Atlantic Circuit. May his memory live on in the wonderful stories shared by all who knew him. Rest in Peace Jon - and may the Burger King on the other side be the grandest yet!

- Dawn DeLoach, Hinesville, GA

My heart goes out to the entire Hope family. Jon was a man of character whose traits included loyalty to family and friends, honesty, grit, intelligence and an unsurpassed dry wit and sense of humor. He often used humor to dissipate an uncomfortable moment, which made you realize that sometimes life is an absurd comedy. Jon was highly respected and admired, and will be missed tremendously by all who had the privilege of knowing and loving him. RIP, Jon, and we will see you on the other side. Meanwhile, make them laugh up there. Yvonne Dube Lilburn, GA

- Yvonne Dube, Lilburn, GA

I will miss Jon's humor and quick wit. Jon would come to Atlanta in the early 90's for Braves games. A group of friends always had a cookout. Jon never failed to show up without one half a bag of potato chips. He will be deeply missed by all that were lucky enough to have known him. I was lucky enough to have gone to Bobby Cox's last game as the Braves manager. I will do my best to uphold his tradition with the Braves.

- Richard Sellers, Atlanta, GA

Our thoughts and our prayers are with the entire Hope family who have Jon as a guardian angel watching over them. Love will always be the bridge between us left here on earth and those who have passed on to eternal life. Rest in peace, Jon.

- Greg & Jeanne Fogleman, Tallahassee, FL

I only knew Jon for a short time practicing with him in the Atlantic Judicial Circuit. In that time, I found him to be a wonderful person, able to make me laugh in the midst of stressful circumstances. I had looked forward to more of his advice and humor. My condolences to his family. He will be missed!

- Karen Mead, Brunswick, GA

I have fond memories of working with Jon years ago in the Chatham County DA's office. His quirkiness and sense of humor always brightened our day, and he was always there with common sense advice as a colleague, mixed with a witty saying or two. My condolences to his children and family. He will be missed.

- Virginia Patterson, Rincon, GA

Jon was always a professional and a gentleman who never let cases come between his friendships. His presence and wisdom will be missed.

- A. J. Balbo, Richmond Hill, GA

Jon was one of a kind. His honesty and dry sense of humor were a joy. I worked with Jon in the DA'S office in his first years there. He was the best boss you could ask for. I remember all of the other ADA's always ended up piled into his office when they were joking around. It was a pleasure knowing Jon; my prayers are with you Kim and with Jon's family. You will be missed

- Ronnie Tyree, Savannah, GA

My thoughts and prayers are with the Hope Family. Life brings tears, smiles and memories. The tears dry, the smile fades, but the memories live on forever. With deepest sympathy, Yukeyveaya.

- Yukeyveaya Wright, Savannah, GA

I worked with Jon for many years in the Chatham County DA's Office and he always had a smile and a joke. I considered Jon my friend and I feel blessed to have known him. My heart goes out to his children, his family and to his extended family.

- Bridget Browne, Savannah, GA

Jay and Whitney, my heart goes out to you, and I wish I could be there. I didn't know your dad well, but I was around him enough to know that he loved you both so much. There are tears in Tennessee.

- Paige Levy, Brentwood, TN

A good man. I will miss his presence greatly

- joe kitchings, hinesville, GA

Jon and I worked together in the early 80's when he was a prosecutor in my courtroom. He was one of the nicest men I have ever met. Intelligent and kind but strong. I am sorry he is no longer with us. The world was a better place for his presence.

- Mary Staley, Marietta, GA

My heart broke when I heard about Jon.

- Michael Barker, Savannah, GA

I had hoped to see you again before we 'shuffled off this mortal coil.' Goodbye, Wild Man!

- Robbie Collins, Macon, GA

My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

- Deborah Bartley, Savannah, GA

I was so sorry to hear about Jon's death. It was a shock! Jon was a great attorney and a pleasure to work with. He will truly be missed in the Atlantic Judicial Circuit.

- Gay Gill, Fleming, GA

I am saddened and shocked to hear about Jon. I'll always remember his kindness, intelligence, and terrific sense of humor.

- Mark Johnson, Dearing, GA

Jon was one of a kind and will be greatly missed. He will always be remembered for his sense of humor, good naturedness, kindness and skill in the courtroom. It is a sad day.

- Bobbie Foster, Savannah, GA

Jon was my brother . He was a true shining example of what a man should be . He was tough when necessary , tenderhearted always . He wasn't the oldest , but he became the advice giver , the consigliere of the family . He was totally trustworthy and very much appreciated by all of us. He loved his family , baseball , his work , music , old movies and humor . The wonderful memories of this good man will endure . Jon was my brother and I'll miss him forever .

- Jim Hope, Atlanta, GA

I would like to express my condolences to Jon's Mother and the rest of his family. He was a special human being and will be fondly remembered.

- Del Little, Athens, GA

His mannerisms belied the fact that he was a superb lawyer.

- tom gustinella, savannah, GA

I am blessed to have had the honor of calling Jon my Uncle for 24 plus years. Uncle Jon was someone who you could always count on to come up with witty comments and hilarious jokes at our annual family gatherings. Uncle Jon, words cannot describe how much we all miss you.

- David Hope, Lilburn, GA