Jonathan Howell

Jonathan attended Rancho Verde High School and graduated with the Class of 1998.

Although Jonathan never married, one of the greatest blessings of his life was his daughter, Sophia. At 16 years old, she was the light of his life.

After being apart for several years, Jonathan and Sophia recently reconnected, and he deeply cherished the time they were able to spend together. Those moments meant the world to him.

Jonathan loved the Christmas holiday. It wasn’t just about the holiday itself—it was about being at Grandma’s house, surrounded by family, laughter, and togetherness. Family time was something he truly valued.

He had a passion for cooking and took great pride in preparing meals for others. His barbecued chicken was one of his specialties, and he loved seeing people enjoy his food.

When it came to eating out, he had his favorite restaurants; Carnitas Uruapan and Taco Bell were two places he especially enjoyed.

Jonathan was a hard worker and a dedicated provider. He worked for a delivery company, and many of the vendors he served appreciated not only his reliability but also his friendly personality. He had a strong work ethic and carried himself with pride.

He was known for his great sense of humor. Jonathan loved telling jokes and making people laugh. He wanted everyone around him to feel comfortable, safe, and at ease. If you ever asked him how he was doing and he answered “yerp,” you knew he was having a good day.

Music was always playing wherever Jonathan was. He enjoyed staying informed as well, regularly watching local and world news and following politics.

In his spare time, he liked watching pool tournaments and shows about repairing or refurbishing classic cars. Cars were one of his true talents—there wasn’t much he couldn’t fix. He had a natural gift when it came to working on vehicles.

Jonathan enjoyed driving, whether for work or just taking a little getaway. He also liked occasional trips to the local casinos.

He loved the outdoors and spent time fishing at the San Onofre Power Plant and the Oceanside Pier.

Playing pool was another passion of his. As a member of the San Diego APA players, he competed and won in over 500 tournaments—a testament to both his skill and dedication.

He was a devoted fan of the Dallas Cowboys and always dreamed of traveling to Dallas, Texas, to see a live game. Though he never made that trip, the dream remained close to his heart.

Jonathan also had a special bond with Karma, the family dog, who held a very special place in his heart.

On Sunday, January 18, 2026, at 3:30 a.m., Jonathan passed away. He leaves behind family, friends, and all who knew him with memories filled with laughter, music, strength, and love.

Jonathan was deeply loved, and he will be dearly missed—but never forgotten.