Jonathan H. Mort, a lifelong resident of Mattapoisett and graduate of Old Rochester, died peacefully, on December 7. 2022, at the age of 62.
Jonathan was born on July 2, 1960 and his birthday being so close to July 4th embedded in him a strong sense of patriotism. It was only fitting that his last days were spent at St Luke’s hospital where his room provided a view of a large American flag and the water which reflected his love of Mattapoisett. St Luke’s provided extraordinary care to Jonathan which his family will always be grateful for.
For over 45 years, Jonathan owned a landscaping and snow removal business which carried his name. Jonathan cared deeply for his customers. He was known to watch many weather forecasts getting up in the early hours to begin clearing snow to be sure his customers could get out in the morning and worried about the amount of rain for his customer’s lawns in the summer. When he was challenged with the rigors of cancer, he was still on the job and was out there taking care of a customer’s property 5 days before his passing.
What may not be as well known about Jonathan is his caring about those less fortunate. He knew of neighbors in need and would not only take care of their lawns and snow but bring them food and dinners as well.
Jonathan was a big sports fan. He loved to watch our NE sports teams, the NY Giants and many other professional sports team. He followed our local high school sports teams. In the evening, he could be found watching his favorite shows, Wheel of Fortune and Jeopardy.
Jonathan is the beloved son of Polly-Ann (Cotter) Mort and the late John W. Mort of Mattapoisett. He is also survived by his sisters, Joanna Robbins and her husband, Thomas and Polly MacDonald and her partner, Bruce Farrington, as well as 6 nieces and nephews and his aunts & uncles. He is sadly predeceased by his brother, David.
From our family to yours, Life is often way too short as we have found with Jonathan and David’s passing. Make each day count. Be kind and caring to others – that will last well after we are all gone.
A wake will be held to on Friday, December 16 from 4:00 to 6:00 pm at Saunders Funeral Home in Mattapoisett folA wake will be held to on Friday, December 16 from 4:00 to 6:00 pm at Saunders Funeral Home in Mattapoisett followed by a funeral service at 11:00 am on Saturday.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Martha’s Food Pantry, Grace Episcopal Church, 133 School St, New Bedford MA
Polly I am so sorry to read about Jonathan’s passing. I really thought he was getting ahead of the illness because I saw him out and about so often. What courage and determination he had to keep going. The love he was raised in and continued to reflect his whole life was as obvious as the love on your face when you talked about any of your children. Love will never leave you and the hurt now will soften to memories that remind you of his love will fill your heart and mind.
So very sorry to hear about John’s passing. He was a standup guy to know and I enjoyed listening to him about sports.
I also used his services for my parents house a few years ago and I was always pleased with his work. Rest in peace John in GOD’s holy kingdom. My deepest condolences to Mrs Mort, Jody, and Polly.
I am deeply saddened by the news of Jonathan’s “Jonny’s” passing.
I only found out just the other day and I was flooded with disbelief.
I remember Jon as a quiet gentle soft spoken man who always took the time to chat with me.
I will always remember him relaxing in the driveway on a hot summers night with radio playing music.
He worked hard all week and he deserved those nights.
Ever since I was a little girl I remember “Jonny” working. He was always up bright and early with his truck getting his power tools ready and at night after the sun set he would back his trailer in and prepare for the next day.
On weekends he would turn his attention to his mothers home meticulously maintaining the landscape.
At night I would see the television glowing in the corner window of the house, and I knew that Jonny was watching his shows. I grew up across the street from Jonny and even as I grew in to adulthood whenever he and I spoke he always called me “Jenny”
Only two people have ever called me Jenny.
Polly and Jon.
I would never allow anyone else to call me Jenny but there’s just something about when Jon called me Jenny it just stuck and felt special.
Please accept my deepest most heartfelt condolences.