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Erin B
January 5, 2020
I thought of you the other day and looked you up, only to get this awful news that you were gone. We were close friends for a while in high school and you left an impression on me that I could never forget. I don't know how I waited this long to try and find you...I am deeply saddened for this terrible loss to your family, community and the world. This feels like the worst news I've gotten in a while. Sending the best to your family and other loved ones.
December 17, 2019
Truly ... He was always there with that smile and some funny antics. A brother I could let steam off with and then dust each other off and go share a meal. Merry Christmas Johnny J! Love you brother! Robby 12/17/19
Molly Clark
December 16, 2019
Jonathon was a whirlwind of life and reflecting on the time I knew him I was blessed. He lit up the room with his natural ambience like few are able to do. His laugh was contagious. I hope his family and son find strength in knowing what a great person he was and share his memories often and laugh at what a goof ball he would be to make anyone feel better or smile. He had such an uplifting personality. I will never forget my friend. R. I. P.
April 3, 2018
Thought of you today. We miss you friend.
Billy Vincent
December 17, 2014
Jonathan....Semper Fidelis brother...Rest in Peace...
April 24, 2014
I miss you
I miss you
I miss you
Now you are with your mom
Our Family Photograph in City Park NOLA
Robby Assaf
January 18, 2014
Amanda & Hartley
January 17, 2014
Amanda & Hartley
January 17, 2014
Sharky!
Amanda & Hartley
January 17, 2014
Amanda & Hartley
January 17, 2014
Amanda & Hartley
January 17, 2014
Amanda & Hartley
January 17, 2014
Amanda & Hartley
January 17, 2014
Amanda & Hartley
January 17, 2014
JOANIE OSHEA
January 16, 2014
MAY GOD BLESS THE ASSAF FAMILY OF THGE LOSS OF DEAR JONATHAN. MAY HE REST IN PEACE. JOANIE & JENNIE FEDERER
Stef McClain
January 10, 2014
Jonathan, you walked into our lives like a tornado and a great tornado you are, you could make everyone laugh and forget their problems. You gave a gift of life Hartley Nash that will alway be a mini you with your creativity, music, you cook better than most top paid chefs. I am so glad you came into our lives and we will have so many wonderful memories with us to hold for the time we knew you! Lifing up those around you I am sure you will continue to lift up everyone from where you are, everytime we hear your music we know you are letting us know your around. much love to your family , Stef and Mike
Amanda & Hartley McClain
January 2, 2014
Dear Jonathan,
I was never good with words, you know that. You always corrected my double negatives. Your face, your humor, your love is with us every day through the eyes of Hartley. He laughs like you! His eyes are so bright and filled with joy. You will truly be missed! I want to be selfish and say just come back, but I know you're in a better place… Heaven! Every time it thunders, I will tell Hart it's Papa playing the drums! I believe that you were my savior, you gave me a miracle, a baby I never thought I could have. Your memories will live on through our son and your family. We love you very much! Please keep an eye on us, keep us safe and always laughing with your silly ways. (p.s. I will make sure to play your type of music for Hart… Ozzy, Ozzy).
To Jonathans Family & Friends – I love you all! Please know that we are here for you anytime! When you need to hear a familiar laugh, or see a silly smile… Just give us a call or send an email. Hartley has some much of Jonathan in him from his spirit to his love for food & music. Jonathan was a wonderful father, friend and teammate. He taught Hart how to build tents, play the drums, they were always cooking something yummy together. Jonathan knew how turn the tears into smiles and bath time into shark attacks! Thank you Assaf family for sharing Jonathan! We will miss him so much, but never forget him!
Lauren Madigan
December 30, 2013
To Alessandra, my dear friend - Jonathan will always be with you . . . always. From all you and everyone has spoken about, he loved deeply and fully and lived his life to the fullest. What a gift to all who knew him. I feel I did know him through you and for that I am so grateful. Thank you for sharing him with me. Sometimes the best go early, deeply sad, but true. We are sisters in grief. I love you so.
December 28, 2013
To the Assaf Family,
May you find comfort in the fond memories that you hold of your dear departed Jonathan. We share your sorrow & send you our heartfelt condolences. May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead.
With sincere sympathy,
James(Issa)& Laila Mashy
linda ochoa
December 28, 2013
My heart and soul go out to the Assaf family,I grew up with all of you. I had just reconnected with Jonathan a few months ago and were excited to have a new Who Dat friend in FL. Our New Orlean roots run deep, I know he was special ,not sure he actually remembered me because he was probably 8 or so last time i saw him during a pool party jamming with the guys ,but he was just happy to know I was from NO,best of memories Hotel California,RIP little bro!!!!!
Dominique Catalano
December 27, 2013
My Jonathan, I will miss your animated stories always. You make me smile. God Bless You.
We were cooking BBQ shrimp this evening!
Molly Anderson
December 27, 2013
Farid & Doris Muna
December 27, 2013
Our heartfelt condolences.
May he rest in eternal peace.
Farid & Doris Muna
Jonathans habitat he loved his mother
Robby Assaf
December 27, 2013
Papa' and Mami Assaf
Robby Assaf
December 27, 2013
City Park 2010
Robby Assaf
December 27, 2013
Sibs 2010 City Park NOLA
Robby Assaf
December 27, 2013
Family d'Assaf 2010
Robby Assaf
December 27, 2013
Jonny J loved his mother
Robby Assaf
December 27, 2013
starry starry night by van gogh
Robby Assaf
December 27, 2013
Astronony Photo December 17, 2013 Geminid Meteors
Robby Assaf
December 27, 2013
Robyn Kirchhoff
December 27, 2013
Rest in peace. You were a force to be reckoned with. You had a sweet heart and I will never forget the laughter and good times we had when we young and wild :) Prayers to the Assaf family.
Ron Calamia
December 27, 2013
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Allison Guidry
December 26, 2013
When Jonathan walked into a room, the room got brighter.
Now the world is a little darker.
I will miss him forever.
Anna Maggio
December 26, 2013
We were very sorry to hear the news about Jonathan. We will miss seeing him walking down the street with his wonderful smile and great personality. Our deepest condolences during this difficult time. He will be sadly missed by everyone who knew him. Michael, Anna, Chris, Stephen and Nicholas Maggio
Mike Putiak
December 25, 2013
My heart aches for Jonathan's family and those who loved him dearly. My sincere condolences.
Justin Gregoric
December 24, 2013
I have had some of the best times of my life with this gifted, funny and overall great person. My deepest sympathies to the Assaf family.
Kristin Thomas
December 24, 2013
I'm devastated to hear of Jonathan's passing. I've been thinking of him especially over the past few days, remembering the time we spent together last year making tamales at Mario's.
Jonathan was so full of life, humor, and promise. I'm proud to have called him my friend. We last spoke not long before he left for Florida. He told me how determined he was to get there in order to be a father to Hartley. I'm so happy he was able to fulfill that wish, even though it was for a short time. My heart goes to Evie, Roberto, Tiffany, Leo, and the entire Assaf family. I will continue to pray for you during this most difficult time.
Beth Esquerre
December 24, 2013
Robby
So sorry to hear about the passing of your brother. I too lost a sibling this year. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Carissa Kerner
December 24, 2013
My heartfelt sympathy to all in the Assaf family and to all of Jonathan's closest friends.
Gregory Gunter
December 24, 2013
I hold all the Assafs in my heart, even those I've only met a few times, because you come alive in the writing of Alessandra & the tales of Alessi, Ko, Robby, Christopher and Roxanne. It's not fair to any of you that one so young should leave you this way. But it's a testament to your beautiful family that sooooo many hold you in their hearts and held Jonathan in such loving, vibrant, valued esteem. When I think of NOLA, I think of Assaf. And now, she has another angel to watch over her and your whole beautiful, talented, beloved family.
Lisa Daliet
December 24, 2013
Tiffany, my deepest and most heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
Melanie Berrigan
December 24, 2013
With deepest sympathy my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Doug Nosacka
December 24, 2013
I wish comforting thoughts and pleasant memories to the Assaf family. I am very sad to hear about the loss of Jonathan. He was a friend, a co- worker, and a lover of music. I recall listening to hours of old Black Sabbath and late Jimi Hendrix albums on vinyl, over and over. My memories of him are fond. I am thankful to have known him.
Andrew Scorsone
December 24, 2013
Even the arsenal of your vocabulary matched with your talented charisma would fall short in fully describing the unique essence of your being and how much you have meant to us. Love and miss you...
Chris Bell
December 23, 2013
My deepest sympathies go out to Jonathan's family. He was so much more than words could ever fully express. He was a caring man, a man of deep thought and kindness. The last time I saw him was at UNO, just before Hurricane Katrina. My journey took me north, but I had hoped our paths would one day cross again so I could exchange stories and philosophy with Jonathan once more. But now it seems I shall have to wait a little longer. Jonathan, you will be dearly missed by all, including myself.
Rudy Metz
December 23, 2013
My deepest sympathy to the entire Assaf family. God Bless.
December 23, 2013
May the God of comfort be with your family at this time. We know that he will because he cares for you.
L. Green
Marrero
Reese Keller
December 23, 2013
Our heart and prayers go out to the Assaf family. He was a gem that will be deeply missed.
Keller Family
Patrick Craven
December 23, 2013
Very sorry to hear about the loss of Jonathan. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of the Assaf family at this sad time.
Mike Tebbe
December 23, 2013
My heart goes out to the family. It was too soon. I have more stories than I care to tell hanging out with my buddy Jonathan. Definitely brought excitement and fun into my world every time I saw him. Will miss you, my man! Heaven's got another good drummer!
Lisa
December 23, 2013
I would like to express my deepest sympathy to your family during your time of grief. Please find comfort and hope in God's word the Bible because he is the God of all comfort.
December 23, 2013
Assaf family is in our thoughts and prayers. Another angel shinning down upon us all.
Mark Ruth and famiy.
Amy Valentino
December 23, 2013
Can't stop thinking about connecting with you 2 weeks ago after all the years we hung out together in high school and college. When I think of you I laugh because that is what you did best - make people laugh and smile. We will hang out again on the flip side!
December 23, 2013
Tiffany I am so, so sorry for your loss. Sending love and hugs your way.
Kerri duTreil-Indovina
December 22, 2013
Saddened by hearing of Jonathan's passing. I went to St Dominic with him and although we were not close then our paths crossed again while working at La Cuisine restaurant. Got to know him better and became friends. He was a kind and fun person ... never a dull moment. Rest in Peace sweet soul.
Molly Anderson
December 22, 2013
Jonathon and I were friends when I lived in NOLA! I use to ride my bike and he would run alongside me, both of us sweating our tails off. He was very loving, outgoing, obnoxious, and charming all at the same time. One second he could make you laugh, the next you could be in a deep conversation about whatever it was he was dissecting his brain pan about. He was a beautiful person and I will cherish the memories we have together. He was one person that we had to fight to get a word in. Bc we never would be quiet! God will take care of him above. He was a unique special man and I am honored I have known him. Rest in peace my friend.
Camille Assaf
December 22, 2013
Uncle, yet barely older than me, you seemed more like a cousin. A generous, boisterous, hilarious American cousin. There was an appetite for life, joy and sharing evident at all time in the way you smiled, you talked, and you laughed profusely. Very saddened today by the tragedy of your loss, and thinking of your little boy, who will grow up without his dad. REst in peace.
December 21, 2013
Suzanne Kiechle, I met him at his sister Alessandras house where the two of them were cooking a feast. He was very happy to make the presentation of the food a classy event for all of us. He took pride in his work and wanted to please all the guests and of course he did. You can see it in his smile. blessings to all and a safe place in heaven for Jonathan.
I look too ravaged at the moment to use anything BUT my FB pic. <3
Kathleen-Mary Buniff
December 21, 2013
Jonathan has "stepped to the music," leaving a tear in our fabric that can never mended. He was truly that unique! My heart with all the Assafs and the rest of my Family.
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