Jonathan, In my other letter, I mentioned how you showed up to my birthday party and how you brought the kids and patty and patty's grandma but by accident, I said you brought your mom probably people were confused but I accidentally put your mom but I meant patty's grandma I was in tears writing that letter that my eyes went blurry to where I couldn't see what I was really typing...  but wow it's been almost 3 months Jonathan we all miss you a lot they especially miss there dancing king that was full of laughs full of jokes full of energy if I could thank you and tia maria a million times for what u guys have done I would both of you were busy on my birthday but you guys still found a way to make it work out tia maria you did the planning the inviting the food or wait was it andy cos I forgot I think he made a steak outside that was bomb but tia you did the rest and I'm thankful that I stayed with you that summer thank you for throwing me a surprise on saturday even heather helped decorate you guys didn't have to just your presence was what mattered to me even though it was windy and very hot outside you guys still made it work I love you guys for that Andy - Fav thank you for the food Tia thank you for the planning I know it was last minute but u did it heather thank you for helping tia decorate Jonathan patty and to the kids thank you for coming and  grandma Cristina thank you for the money thank you for taking me shopping and tia maria both of you took me shopping so thank you heather thank you for the snacks the crown the nails the outfit.. Tia, I'm sorry you have to go through this but just know we love you and we're here for you you always have him with you wanna know how because he's exactly like you... you both make things work out no matter the situation and you both never said no he was a mom's boy to heart same smile same looks same respectful attitude just a mini version of you

Hii  Jonathan its been a few months since I last saw you I wrote a speech but I never had the chance to say my speech I remember the day I went to your house my tia Ashley took me and baby Anthony and Frido to your house and you were throwing a party in your backyard and you were in the kitchen cooking and dancing u had loud music on and Patty was on the couch laughing and recording you... u always loved to dance you loved to have dance battles you were the light of the room that day I remember I asked you if we can have a dance battle outside and you said yea but ima beat you because " you're the boss at dance battles "... I laughed I miss those days a lot Jonathan those memories I will forever cherish...  not too long ago I saw you on my birthday and I remember that you and patty were working so you told tia maria you might not make it but that your gonna try to make it and to my surprise, you showed up even though you had work and you were tired you put time aside and still came and you brought the kids and your mom and patty and I was happy that you guys came and I remember that on a napkin you wrote I still owe you... because you didn't bring gifts and you felt bad but to me, I didn't need a gift the fact that u put time aside just to show up was all that mattered to me I'm so grateful that you came to my birthday when my birthday party ended you told me to look out for the mail because you were going to mail me a card and just to let you know I received the letter I loved it I miss you Jonathan and I love you a lot I miss you  

Yoo Jonathan, whats up man this is Paul-Michael, I just wanted to let you know I miss doing business with you man and working with you. You was a hard worker and im going to miss talking to you every morning man.. I will never forget our dance battle at Andy's wedding lol, you guys beat me but I would have to say 2 vs 1 isn't a fair match and I wish we had more time for a rematch lol I Miss you bro, much love

Jona, now i'm mad at you cos i really liked that hat but i know it was meant for you.  I hope you liked my speech i put a lot of work into it because you know what you meant to us so it was important to me to get it right.  I was going to tell the story of how when dad took you to mexico and dad told you not to shoot the gun then the second he left you guys shot the gun and even wore the bullet strap.  You were so excited to come back and tell me.  Sorry i guess i just snitched on you but nimodo thats what kids do, tell us not to do something and it just makes us want to do it more. Yvette I'm here for you, I love you, Mom and Dad, I love you, thank you for everything. I know you know but I'm doing something special for you that will last forever... I LOVE YOU LITTLE BROTHER REST IN PARADISE... 

To Jonathan. We will miss you . Your love for life, most of all you smile , since you where little ,  your joy,expectations you had for yourself,your family, and life .you’ll be  deeply miss you will remain in our heart for ever , Love you always.Tom, Gloria 

Jonathan,
You are loved and missed so much by many people especially your family.  It is sad that it took a tragedy like this to realize that our time on earth can be cut short so abrubtly and that we need to cherish our loved ones.  You have helped so many people and blessed them with your presence, generosity and caring way toward them.  You have touched the heart of so many people and you are loved by all.  When your mom and dad are on the road let them feel that you are there hugging them with your rays of sunlight, embracing them and letting them know you are watching over them and feel your presence and love for them.  May God bless you up the mijo. 

I didn’t expect this to happen and as soon as I heard it I couldn’t believe it my cousin that I had fun talking too has gone. I loved him about how he cared for everyone even if he was tired he would do anything to help out with his family. I loved the time I spending time with his family and I wish I could spend more time when I had the chance. I love you Johnathan you will be dearly missed. See you again in the next life ❤️
May you Rest In Peace 
-Jason Csillag

Jonathan,
I don't think I could ever believe you leaving us all so soon. It doesn't feel real. You were an amazing person. You loved your family with everything you had and left such a big impact on everybody you've met. I always remember you as being able to brighten up a room just by being yourself.
On your wedding day, we had shared a dance. You promised me that no matter what you would always be there. You said that if I was ever in trouble I could call you and you'd be there. You'd even drag my brothers over if you had to.
I've never forgotten that because I knew you meant it.
You'll be in our hearts forever, Jonathan.
Miss you and Love you,
Jenny

I’m saddened to hear about what happened. I’m keeping you and the family in my thoughts I can’t imagine how difficult this must be for you all, this is so sad! Please know I’m always here for you I’m thinking about you and the family keeping you in my thoughts and prayers while you find your way through this difficult time may god be with you and the family in this incredibly sad time.

Love you prima💕
Ruby Cardiel 

My sweet boy. I wasn’t even old enough to visit you in the hospital when you were born but my heart was bursting with love for you. I always saw you as my own. So many memories flood my thoughts and although they’re happy memories, my heart breaks a little more each time 💔. I enjoyed all those times I danced you to sleep. Even when you would fight your sleep, I still knocked you out lol. To those potty training days when we would find you hiding in the closet lol. To the times when you’d cry (huge tears) when you’d see yourself on cameras at the department stores. To your school days and sport days. Not too long ago you reminded me of a memory you had that I honestly didn’t remember but man! Made me feel so good to hear you tell me the story and to tell me how much I mean to you ❤️ you were always a sweet, humble and lovable person.  You never realized how loved and how proud everyone was of you. 
You left us too soon. We are all lost. Doesn’t feel  right to have to keep doing life without you. I will always hold you in my heart. Never saying goodbye.  Rest in paradise baby, till we meet again ❤️ 

Jonathan was such a great big brother. He watched me grow into what I am today and has helped me so much on that journey. I remember crying when we were younger because he was leaving to go on the cruise for band. We were always together. Jonathan was always helping me in any way he could, whether it be sneaking me a couple dollars, helping with my car problems or giving me the best life advice a brother can give. He was always there to listen and help. Im sad that he’s not here to continue to watch his little sister grow, but I know he’s still guiding me down my path. 

I miss you Jonathan. 
Forever 

My sweetest cousin putting these feelings into words for you is hard. I didnt think we have to do this so soon especially for you. You had the biggest heart and always looked out for your whole family. You were someone to look up to especially when your started your family. You were an amazing father, cousin, son, brother, nephew and grandson and seeing you become a man really makes you think how time has gone by so fast. We were once little kids swimming in a pool during summer break and in a blink of an eye we all have grown up with some of us having kids or having a career or being in college. My kids loved going over to your house because it was so fun and you always said yes to them so now they and i will have that memory to keep forever! God only knows why he needed you so soon.  We miss you so much and love you so much! Hope to reunite with you and hear your funny jokes again! 

Love you forever,
Josie, Jacob, Annabelle, Noah

Berto, Maria 

There’s no words to express of how you are feeling.  I love you guys.  My heart is torn into pieces to see how much you are  hurting. 
We are together in this. We have Always been a strong family and as a family we will cope with it slowly at our own pace.  Stay strong. May Jehovah give you the strength you need to cope with it. He will be in our hearts Always.  He’s already resting and no more pain .  He will always be our happy Johnathan. 
I’m always going to be here for you guys .
Love you
Rose 


Rose 

Johnathan 
My sweet nephew . You left us with  a lot of emptiness in our hearts . A missing piece . Incomplete.  So much things that needed to be done.
I remember when your were born. The best Fathers Day present . You made us the happiest tias . As we watched you grow enjoying every moment  spoiling you. 
Cannot be more proud of the man you became. From the little boy that changed clothes two or three times a day and crying after seeing videos of yourself on tv, to a handsome Man. Hard working ,wonderful father, son. Brother and nephew. Y

Jonathan,
Words can't express how profoundly sad it is that you are no longer here. Growing up you were like a little brother to me, always  full of laughs and endless jokes. Being the one to ask me for whatever, knowing full well I'd never say no to you. Then seeing you become a good man, incredible father and great uncle. You have always had a tremendous loving heart and been a shoulder to lean on for many, being there for the heart to heart convos. I will forever remember you in your Kobe jersey, basketball shorts, hair always purposely tousled and a basketball in hand..Thank you for your kindness and love that you shared with us all, you are greatly missed.

The last time we talked, we had a long conversation about all the good old times we had when you boys were growing up, Andy, Chris, and Jonathan. The little trio that always sat in the car's back seat while your mom and I drove you boys around Bell. All the trips and vacations we took, and how we wanted to make some of those memories now that you were all grown up, with your kids. We talked about going to Puerto Penasco when all the kids were on vacation, but we didn't get around to doing it.

No matter how long it had been, when we saw each other, it was like no time had passed. 

You became a great MAN, SON, and FATHER, and your Mom and Dad are very proud of the person you became. You are their Jonathan, their world. Every time I spoke to your mom and dad, they always mentioned how much you did, and there was always, always, a voice from them of how proud they are of you.

Maria, Berto, Paty, Andy, Yvette, and kids, our hearts and prayers are with you; know that Jonathan will forever live in our hearts and memories. 

You are Loved
You are Missed
You are Remembered

Jose and Minerva Lara

Jonathan, Jonathan, Jonathan, I'm mad at you because now i dont have a worthy competitor for the random dance battles we would break out in.  Its crazy how 2 people can be opposites but still be the same but that was us.  Now when i make a joke who will continue that joke with another joke. We had so many crazy times together, but the important thing is we did it together.  I'm so lost and sad but the worst part is whenever i felt that way i would call you, now i can't.  No matter what we were there for each other, i knew i could always count on you.  We fought and argued sometimes but we always let it go because thats what brothers do.  I can list countless things about what i miss but really i just miss my little brother.  We experienced so much together and i dont know what to do without you.  I may not have you here but i know you will always be looking over me, and we are still together.  I love you Jona rest in paradise... 3ninjas... always and forever

I will never forget looking forward to summer breaks as a kid, coming to visit and Spending countless hours playing in the pool, wrestling and playing basketball.  Simply enjoying being kids. Even though I will never see you again, your memory will always be in my thoughts.  I will always miss you and think about you and all those great memories we have shared over the years. 

Jonathan you were the best to me when we were kids. As we grew I look at you more and more like a big brother you were so kind smart and super funny. One of my favorite memories we had was the last time I seen you back in June we took 20 mins to chill and hang out together in the front of your house even though a party was going on and Patty needed your help you took time for us and I love you always for that.  I grateful for your life and blessed to have had you as my cousin. You’ll always be in my heart.  Tia Maria, Uncle Berto,  Patty and the rest of the family I’m sorry for your loss you’re in my heart thoughts and prayers. 

I love you Jonathan love always cousin Evelyn 

Jonathan I would always tell you i had your back no matter what and that will always hold true. You were the person i looked up to and i always went to for advice on anything.  I always wanted to be like you. Falling in love and getting married. Taking on 3 kids and raising them as your own. It kinda feels like ive mirrored my life so much from yours. Growing up i always looked foward to family parties and would always ask my mom "is Jonathan coming over?  Trying to convince our moms to let eachother sleep over at eachothers houses. Ill never forget those memories we created. I can honestly with all my heart say without you i wouldnt be where i am. I reached out to you one day and you talked me into going on rides with your dad (Uncle Berto) and from there on out we had been working together like a badass team. You were hardworking never stopping to think about yourself. An amazing father to your 5 kids. Always helping me out on thinking of great ideas on how to surpise my wife. You always helped when anyone needed a hand. You were always available. For our little parties you would always try to grab your entire family and drive em 2 hours away to come and visit us. I havent had a chance to let all this out and i really wish we could have done more together. I really miss being able to talk to you every day. Cant wait till i see you again and talk for hours about our memories from when we were kids. 
I love you Jonathan 

dude you were to coolest little brother. All the countless hours we all spent as kids together playing video games, swimming, playing basketball, hockey and the occasional reckless behavior that Andy and I would talk you into. Thank you for the lifetime of laughs. I love you dude and you will be missed. 

My oldest dearest friend Jonathan. So many memories where do I begin. From kindergarten to grade school, to learning how to swim, to our big brothers picking on us haha to high school when you got your drivers license and we went to one of our first high school parties (I was grounded) but your mom convinced my mom to let me go with you. No matter how many months, years we didn’t talk we always picked up where we left off and that I will always cherish that about our friendship forever. My only wish is we would have had more memories to share especially with our kids. Until we see each other again love you kid! 
Love ,
Justine 

Jonathan, 
From a boy to a man in just a blink of an eye. You have given me so many reasons to be proud of the man you have become, but the proudest moment for me is telling people that YOU ARE MY SON.
I love you forever Mom.

My brother, Jonathan was there for every life movement I’ve had. This picture was taken the day before I moved away for college.  He always supported and stood behind me on every choice I’ve made. Though he is no longer with us, I know he’ll forever support and watch over me. 

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Jonathan Tafoya

June 19, 1988 – October 20, 2022

Montecito Memorial Park and Mortuary

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