Jon Soine
January 03, 1936 - July 08, 2024
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Jon Soine
January 03, 1936 - July 08, 2024
Obituary
Jon Soine, a beloved and lifelong resident of Bellingham, WA. Born at St. Joseph Hospital on January 3, 1936, Jon graduated from Bellingham High School (Class of 1954) and attended Pacific Lutheran University (Class of 1958). Jon served his country with distinction as a Seaman in the U.S. Navy, eventually retiring as a Captain from the U.S. Naval Reserves.
After his active duty, Jon took the helm of the family business in Bellingham, Soine’s Shoes. His entrepreneurial spirit later led him to a successful career as a Realtor in Whatcom County (1978-2023). He continued his work with Windermere Real Estate and was recognized with the Washington Realtors Lifetime Achievement Award (2021), a testament to his passion and dedication to his profession.
Jon was preceded in death by his beloved wife, June Hill Soine. He is survived by his children: Linda Metzler, Rick & Mary Polly, Don & Rachel Polly, Tawnya & Todd Crowe, and Ann Soine. Jon’s legacy also includes 13 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister, Betty McLellan.
A Celebration of Life will be held on July 31st at 11:00 AM at Our Savior’s Lutheran in Fairhaven, WA. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the American Cancer Society.
Celebration of Life
- Date & Time: July 31, 2024 (11:00 AM)
- Venue: Our Savior's Lutheran
- Location: 1720 Harris Ave Bellingham, WA 98225 - (Get Directions)
4 responses to Jon Soine
Luca Jayden Ehrler says:
July 19, 2024
Dear Tawnya and family
I’m so sorry to hear about your loss and wish you a lot of strength and hope for the hard time ahead. My family and I offer our deepest condolences and think of you during this trying time. Remember to lean on each other for strength and try to find joy in the memories you were all able to share with Jon.
With lots of Love, Jayden and family
Nancy L. Jones says:
July 22, 2024
We lost a wonderful, caring, compassionate person. I was fortunate to serve on Washington Realtors Legislative Steering Committee for a number of years with Jon. He was a very knowledgeable gentleman whom readily shared that information. I know Jon touched a number of lives with his steadfast demeanor and upbeat personality. He shall be missed.
Max Perry says:
July 31, 2024
Max Perry
Soine shoes. who in the Bellingham and surrounding area was not involved through the years, with Jon Soine. He was a realtor in later years and showed us oroperties to establish our business ‘Perry Pallet’. Jon was such a vibrant part of Whatcom County. He will be sorely missed.
Jeff Lintz says:
August 1, 2024
Rick and family, I just learned of Jon’s passing. I have known him all my life. When he was young, he would catch a ride into Bellingham with my parents who lived at the end of Northshore Drive. As a kid, my shoes always came from Soines. As a sailor, he called me one day to ask me to be standing by at the Bellingham Airport in case the weather was bad so he could show Cherry Point to the Secretary of the Navy. My Commanding Officer called me to vent his rage… “My is a reserve Captain involved with the travels of the Secretary of the Navy?” I replied, “Captain Soine is more than a reserve Captain, he’s a community leader.” I should add my C.O. was only a Commander. Anyhow, I’m sorry to hear this and I’m thinking about you all. He was a good man and businessman.