Obituary of Jonathan Michael Borwein

Jon Borwein, Laureate Professor at the University of Newcastle, FRSC, FAAAS, FBAS, FAustMS, FAA, FAMS, FRSNSW passed away suddenly at 12:32 a.m. on August 2 during a stint as Distinguished Scholar in Residence at Western University in London, Ontario. An innovative and prolific mathematician of international renown, he is survived by his parents, Bessie and David Borwein of London; his adoring wife Judith, three daughters Naomi, Rachel, and Tova; five grandchildren Jakob Joseph, Noah Erasmus, Skye, Zoe and Taj; siblings Sarah and Peter; sister-in-law Jennifer Moore. The funeral will take place at Logan Funeral Home, 371 Dundas Street, London, Ontario at 1:00 pm on Wednesday August 10, 2016 with a visitation period from noon to 1:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, friends and colleagues may wish to donate to a scholarship fund being set up in Jonathan’s name. For information on how to donate contact Judith.Borwein@gmail.com. Online condolences www.loganfh.ca A tree will be planted as a living memorial to Jonathan Borwein. Services: Service Date Wednesday, August 10, 2016 Service Time 1:00 p.m. Service Location Logan Funeral Home, 371 Dundas Street, London Visitation Aug 10, 2016 Visitation Time 12 noon - 1:00 p.m. Visitation Location Logan Funeral Home, 371 Dundas Street, London Burial Date Aug 10, 2016 Burial Location Temple Israel Restmount Cemetery, London