Altizer, Jon Amos

Jon Amos Altizer, 87, of Riner passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on June 26, 2026 at the same house he was born in. He was born June 3, 1939 to the late Marvin Gray and Thelma Thompson Altizer.

Jon was a graduate of Auburn High School Class of 1957. He attended Auburn United Methodist Church his entire life. Jon was the owner of WellTop Dairy Farm. He was married to Katie Morgan Altizer for 63 years. Jon and Katie decided to turn the farm into what is now known as Auburn Hill Golf Course. He served 59 years on the Riner Volunteer Fire Department. After retirement, he worked as a courier for Carilion.

Jon is survived by his wife, Katie; brothers, Michael and W. Terry Altizer, sister, Mary Jo Horton. Son, Jay S. Altizer and wife, Pamela; daughter, Jennifer A. Canevari and husband, Robert. Grandchildren, Kerri Terry and husband Will; Melina Canevari and husband Toby Hagan; Greg Canevari and wife Andrea. Great Grandchildren, Kate, Karlie, Graham, and Lillie Terry; Asher, Olivia, and Oakley Hagan; Abigail, Isabella and Rosalia Canevari. Special nephew, David Morgan and Shelley; and manyother nieces and nephews.

The family would like to give special thanks to Dr. Danielle Ogle and staff at Floyd Carilion Clinic. Also, thanks to ACG Hospice for their loving care during our family’s difficult time.

The family will receive friends on Wednesday, July 1 from 1 to 3 p.m. at Auburn United Methodist Church. A memorial service will follow at 3 p.m. at the church with Rev. Knox Wimberly officiating.

In lieu of flowers please make donations to Auburn United Methodist Church in Jon’s name at PO Box 74, Riner, VA 24149.