Jonathan Trowbridge Pulsifer, age 92, of Valencia, Pennsylvania, formerly Downingtown, Pennsylvania, and Harpswell, Maine, died peacefully after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s. He was born in London, England, on Oct. 1, 1931, son of the late Harold Trowbridge and Susan Nichols Pulsifer.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 62 years, Lois Pratt Pulsifer. He was the loving father of Elizabeth (David) Dodson, of Allison Park, Pennsylvania, and Jonathan T. (Sandra) Pulsifer Jr., of New Kensington, Pennsylvania; devoted brother of the late David S. Pulsifer; and dear grandfather of Olivia Dodson, Alexander Pulsifer, Amanda (Michael) Loane, and Matthew Pulsifer. He is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews and cherished cousins.
Jon was a graduate of Brunswick Senior High and the University of Maine. He was a member of the Alpha Gamma Rho fraternity. Jon served two years in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Bache. For 34 years, he was employed by FMC in international agricultural sales. His career provided him the opportunity to travel the world. Following his retirement, Jon dedicated his time to volunteering with Habitat for Humanity and continuing his service of more than 50 years with the Boy Scouts of America.
As an avid outdoorsman, Jon enjoyed spending his time connecting with nature both in Pennsylvania and Maine. Whether he was sailing, taking a walk, or tending to his garden, Jon’s passion for the outdoors was unwavering. He also loved residing in Maine for the summers, and valued welcoming people to a place so important to him.
Friends and family were received on Thursday, Sept. 19, at Schellhaas Funeral Home & Cremation Services Ltd., Bakerstown, Pennsylvania. Services were held following visitation, with the Rev. Paul A. Becker officiating. Jon’s life will also be celebrated at a memorial to be held in Harpswell, Maine, at a date to be determined later this fall.We would like to thank the dedicated nursing staff at The Arbors Valencia — St. Barnabas Memory Care Unit for the support, compassion and care provided to our father during his residency.
