Jonathan Christopher Hardie

Jonathan Christopher Hardie, born April 15, 1993, in San Diego, California, passed away on August 5, 2024, in Santee, California, at the age of 31. Jonathan was an avid outdoorsman and achieved the rank of Eagle Scout, a testament to his dedication and love for nature. In addition, he was part of the Order of the Arrow where he was elected Chief.

Jonathan graduated from West Hills High School in 2011. While there, he was part of yearbook, as well as, the football and wrestling teams. He continued to Grossmont College, where he earned an Associate of Arts and an Associate of Science. Jonathan then furthered his education at San Diego State University, earning a Bachelor of Arts in sociology and a Bachelor of Science in criminal justice. Furthermore, he was a member of the Zeta Beta Tau fraternity. All of this prepared him for a future that would blend both service and community involvement.

Following his academic achievements, Jonathan earned his commission as a Surface Warfare Officer in the Navy in 2018 and ultimately earned the rank of Lieutenant (O-3). He served on the USS America (LHA-6), USS Cape St. George (CG-71), and as an instructor at the Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps at the University of San Diego.

Jonathan’s celebration of life service will be held on Saturday, September 14th, from 10am-2pm, at The Rock Church, 2277 Rosecrans st., San Diego, Ca, 92106. The family requests that no one bring flowers or gifts, but welcomes cards.

Survived by:

Jessica Davis, Wife

Della Renee (Krajewski) Hardie, Mother

James Gerard Hardie, Father

Shiela (Hughes) Krajewski, Grandmother

Bryan Lea Krajewski, Uncle

Diane Beth (Shoemaker) Krajewski, Aunt

Kim Marie (Foltz) Hardie, Aunt

William Rodger Hardie, Uncle

Karen Sue (Daugherty) Hardie, Aunt

John Donnelly Hardie Jr., Uncle

Janet Therese (Smith) Hardie, Aunt

Gail Terese (Hardie) Weed, Aunt

Robert Mark Weed, Uncle

Joann (Hardie) Connelly, Aunt

Gus Glenwood Connelly, Uncle

Bordena (Hughes) Andrew, Great Aunt

Borden Edward Hughes, Great Uncle

Jonathan Alfred Hughes, Great Uncle

Preceded by:

Megan Anne Hardie, Sister

Duane Lea Krajewski, Grandfather

John Donnelly Hardie Sr., Grandfather

Marion Edna (Johnson) Hardie, Grandmother

Marion Hardie, Aunt

Michael Anthony Hardie, Uncle

Ralph Edward Hardie, Uncle

Mary-Em Teresa (Hardie) Howard, Great Aunt

Robert Curtis Howard, Great Uncle

Jonathan’s legacy is marked by his profound impact on his family, friends, and all who knew him, leaving behind memories filled with love, courage, and faith.