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1984
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2025
John Bedont Obituary
Oct 20, 1984 - May 6, 2025
John Paul Attilio Bedont, lovingly known as "Jack," was born on October 20, 1984, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Lori Martinez Bedont and Richard Bedont.
He is survived by his father Richard Bedont (Kate); sister, Emily Miller (Reed); his adored niece and nephews-Addy, Nico, and Benny Miller; mother's sisters Connie Planet (Mike) and Stella Canzano (Mike); father's sisters Vicki Box (Jack), Bobbie Hunnicutt, Nancy Waldeck (Fred), and Cindy Spaeth; and many, many cousins. He was preceded in death by his beloved mother Lori, his grandparents Claudio & Cordelia Martinez, and Attilio & Henrietta Bedont, and his cherished childhood cat, Sebastian.
Jack was a man of many talents, ambitious drive, and an even bigger heart. He attended J.E. Cosgriff Memorial Catholic School and Judge Memorial Catholic High School, where he made lifelong friends and mischief in equal measure. He went on to earn a bachelor's degree in finance from Westminster University and later completed his MBA at the David Eccles School of Business at the University of Utah. He was a proud member of Beta Theta Phi and formed lasting bonds with his "Beta Brothers," who remained close to him throughout his life.
His career in finance spanned nearly two decades across Salt Lake City, Nashville, New Jersey, and Charlotte with leading financial institutions. Wherever work took him, Jack brought his passions-a fervent love for playing basketball, a house with ESPN always on, diehard support for the Chiefs and the Utes, lifelong admiration for Michael Jordan, and a dedication to golf. He spent hours on the course, equally committed to perfecting his swing and delivering the perfect joke to keep his foursome laughing through all 18 holes.
Above all his qualities, Jack will be remembered as a world-class son, brother, uncle, nephew, and friend-loyal, hilarious, and endlessly generous. He blurred the lines between friends and family. He maintained deep, decades-long friendships and would truly give you the shirt off his back (and then roast you for needing it). Despite busy lives and miles of separation, Jack made a point to keep a connection with family and always conveyed his love. His greatest pride was in being a brother to Emily and an "Uncle Jack-ster" & godfather to Addy, Nico, and Benny.
Jack's life came to a close in Des Moines, Iowa, where he was surrounded by loved ones as he passed, wrapped in the kind of love he gave so freely in life. We find comfort knowing he's found peace, and like to imagine he's already found the perfect fairway in that eternal place we all hope for-his drives straight, his putts true, and that beautiful grin ever-present. We are grateful to have accompanied him for so many years and will miss his quiet strength, his thoughtful manner, and the lasting impressions he made on everyone fortunate enough to know him.
A funeral mass and celebration of Jack's life will be held in Salt Lake City for family and friends. Details can be found at www.CelebrateJack.com as they become available.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Bedont
Annika
June 12, 2025
Lori and my mom, Nancy, met while she was pregnant with Jack and my mom was pregnant with my sister, Renya. I've known Jack since he was born, and I got the privilege of growing up with him and his sister, Emily. Lori was like an aunt to me and would encourage me to be a better person when I needed someone else besides my mom to tell me those things. Losing Jack is like losing Lori all over again, and the sting is extra deep this time. I feel for his family, friends, coworkers, and, most of all, Emily and her beautiful family. I can only assume that Lori and Jack needed to become angels to help watch over them with extra love.
Jack, I always thought I would reciprocate the wedding toast you gave me back in '07. I'll guess I have to do it when I see you on the other side:) Until then, I love you and thank you for your love, your humor, your friendship, and for being a great friend to my sis. Shed so many tears.. xo Ka
Robert Biskup
June 9, 2025
I am so saddened to hear of Jack’s passing. I look back so fondly on our time as co-workers, and I wish I could tell him how much of a positive impact he had on my confidence in the workplace and my professional development. Jack and the Bedont family will be in my prayers. Rest in peace, friend.
Michael Ross Zumpano
June 9, 2025
To my friend since the 2nd grade.
Jack,
I truly appreciate you for the contact we kept over the years! Either the quick call to check in or the old picture text message of us to reminisce. Thank you for your effort.
I'll forever miss you buddy!
Rest in peace.
-Ross Z.
Sreenivas Mohan
May 19, 2025
Deepest condolences to the family...
Samir Dattani
May 19, 2025
Jack .! You were one of my first friends back in 2017 when i got here from India. Will remember that always. Love u brother ! You will be missed . RIP.
Samir
Renya Nelson
May 15, 2025
It's a gift to be able to say you've known someone for 40 years (especially when you're only 40 years old).
Jack - you will forever be my rock, and now you are my Angel. I will continue to kiss the sky every day - keep swinging them back to me.
I love you. I love you. I love you.
Brandon West
May 13, 2025
Jack,
I love you brother. I wish we would´ve stayed in touch more over the years. I enjoyed our times together and will remember our memories of golf and football. Go Utes !
Sincerely,
Brandon West
Tami Duke-Rosati
May 12, 2025
Oh Jack you were taken too soon! We had so many fun memories together. You will be missed rest in peace and watch over us.
Kobe Watson
May 10, 2025
Jack, I know you're up there hitting balls with ESPN on in the background, just waiting for the Utes to come on.
You made a lasting impact on everyone fortunate enough to know you. You'll be deeply missed. Rest easy my friend.
Go Utes!
Ken Nehlsen
May 9, 2025
We shared work, life and laughs, and you never failed to tell me that you love me. I will take every moment with me. I love you to Jack. I will miss you, and I will continue to smile thinking off all of the fun that we got up to. Respectfully, Ken
Eric Dunn
May 9, 2025
RIP Jack! You were a great guy! Always enjoyed my time with you in high school and college days! I was super pleasantly surprised when you called me a bit out of the blue a few weeks ago! RIP bro, my God bless you on the other side
Melissa
May 9, 2025
I went to cosgriff and judge with Jack. When we were young, maybe 5th grade, he complimented something I drew. I wasn´t cool at all so the boys weren´t necessarily nice to me, but jack was. That compliment left a lasting impression on me. It was really nice.
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