Jon
This is by far the hardest passing I’ve dealt with since my grandmother in 2004. You have been more then a brother for over 30 yrs. You have remained a constant in my life and not one of the ones just passing through for a season. We celebrated you today and it was a good service with many tears shed but also a few laughs shared as well. You lived life your way my brother and you have forever had my love and respect. I will look out for mom and stay in touch with Bug. This is so hard to process, to accept that you are actually gone. I’ll see you on the other side . I know you got me a spot already 
I love you my brother
                  DROOPS

We love you my brother I wanted to get up and talk today but there was no way I can keep it to gether you were alwayz there for me/us I got some great memories with u an some crazy 1nz you will live on through me till I'm gona an bak with you u definitely were  1 of a kind....... Linda an June bug love you guys were here if you guys need anything......Linda we will be by soon to see you ......

So sad your gone. It's been a tuff road. But it was so much fun with you around.  Now your up in the heavens. And probably having the best time ever. Up there with Rubin and Carols . You will be forever missed brother. My heart is sad that your gone but never forgotten.  Much love and respect to your mom and family.  

What can I say about John John was all things good his heart was bigger than he was John didn't care if you had money or not he didn't care if you were acting like an ass or a B he didn't care what you wore he didn't care how much you weighed the type of car you drove he didn't care if your house was a mess he cared about feelings he cared about you and if you were alright. don't get me wrong we all have our faults and John had his he did things that made  me think  why what made him  think that that's okay to do ? but one thing about John when he knew and he knew when he messed up he would come back and fix it whatever it was he broke John December 7th you left me us with a broken heart and this time you're not going to waltz into my house and fix it I'm going t miss our long conversations about life and rotten people but most of all I'm going to miss your laughter because no matter the conversation how bad it was or how it started it always ended with laughter. Mary Poppins will never be the same I love you my gentle Giant picker packer. t is said that when a friend unexpectedly leaves a piece of your heart is broken forever today I believe that message is true I will cherish every moment that was spent and your laughter will continue to stay with me  forever. Alma

Jon, 
I remember when I first met you I was a bit nervous cause I heard you were mean but I built up enough courage to ask you for pepper that day and after that we were inseparable I remember you asked me to go for a ride with you on your motorcycle I was like that's not gonna happen so you went and bought that blazer just so I could go with you places, I thought that was sweet.  Or sending me a dozen roses to my job everyday, or telling me I been sleeping to much I'm depressed let's talk about it and I would just laugh and tell you I'll be back later. I've never iny life met someone like you you are unique in your own way I don't care what anyone says you did a lot for me I was telling your mom about the relationship quiz you did and I asked you what did it say and you said basically you let me get away with whatever I want that couldn't be more true I can honestly say you were my best friend and I will never forget you and all the memories we have rest in paradise Jon 

                          Till we meet again 
                  Your chubby cheeks Mary alice

First I'm sorry to all that I could not make it for my buddy's final departure from us..but im not good with departure...even though it's been a long time since seeing my buddy...thanks to Todd 1 this is the memory of departure I want. This one hurt as I'm trying to fight the tears while typing this. My deepest condolences to all ..Mom..Danny..Bug..and anyone else..love you all and may my buddy rest now with no more pain..love you White Dove....
Sincerely 
Karl "Kool"Avery or as my buddy called me.."Black Bird"

Jon my brother and best friend...
We spent a lot of time together over the last few years. Recently the death of your grandma and the friends who recently passed had its effects and we've spent a lot of time discussing our own mortality. Somehow our conversations always ended up with you cracking a short joke, something like Chris I really hope your family can find a casket small enough to fit your body lol. Jons witt and timing was unparallel and I admired him for that. Jon gave great advice but like most of us didn't take his own. We would listen to Barry manilow or even Barbra Streisand and talk about memories we had growing up and sometimes I'd catch him listening to careless whispers from George Michael and even Whitney Houston. One of the things we also shared were being almost 50 years old and still living with their parents lol. One thing he was really proud about was his recent breakfast meetings with his mom and how proud he was of his son. Jon you made a difference in my life and you will be missed. I love you bro and can't wait to meet again. 
Jon lives on!!

OBITUARY

Jonathan Eben Fertig, Sr.

July 10, 1975 – December 7, 2022

Lima Family Santa Clara Mortuary

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