Jon was a devoted fisherman who spent countless hours on the waters of the South Shore. Known and cherished by many, he had a deep love for the sea and for the community around him. The JSG143 Memorial Fishing Tournament was created to honor his memory, celebrate the sport he loved, and raise funds for mental health — a cause close to his heart and his community.
Read Jon's obituaryThis is the 1st Annual JSG143 Memorial Fishing Tournament, held on September 12, 2026 on the waters of the South Shore of Massachusetts — the same waters Jon called home.
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Beyond the South Shore, Jon shared his passion for fishing with the broader New England community through Fish New England — a blog he founded with the goal of strengthening the recreational fishing community across the region. It was featured by On The Water, the Northeast's premier fishing publication.
Jon founded Fish New England to help anglers — new and experienced alike — find their footing fishing the waters of New England. From ice fishing to offshore, he covered it all with the same enthusiasm he brought to every day on the water.
Read Jon's blog ↗Jon's work was recognized by On The Water, the Northeast's premier fishing publication. They featured Fish New England for its mission of growing the recreational fishing community — a testament to the impact Jon had on anglers across the region.
Read the feature ↗A collection of moments from Jon on the water — the places he fished, the catches he made, and the joy he brought to everyone around him.
This gallery is maintained by the Grimm family in loving memory of Jon. Have a photo of Jon on the water you'd like to share? Get in touch and we'll add it.