Jon James Hall was born on February 27, 1953, in Los Angeles, CA. He passed away on January 14, 2026 in Leavenworth KS, he was 72.
Jon was preceded in death by his Father George Hall, Mother Betty Jean Hall, Brother George Edward, and Sister Judy Norwood.
Jon's survivors include his wife Toni Hall, daughters Suzann "Suzie" Esparza (Jerry Thomas), Jessica Caggiano (Jerry Caggiano), and Rachel Tiedemann (Alex Tiedemann), step-son Paul Holst (Shawnasea Holst), grandchildren Brittiney Witt, Katherine "Katie" Caggiano, Sierra Esparza, Joseph Caggiano, Charlie Holst, and Harper Holst. He was also a Great-Grandpa to Arianna, Ryan, and Emmalynn Witt. He is also survived by his sister Sandy Richards, as well as many nieces, nephews and other beloved family members and friends.
For the majority of his life he lived in San Diego, CA, calling Imperial Beach his home. He graduated from Mar Vista High School in Imperial Beach, CA. He also attended Southwestern College in Chula Vista, CA.
Jon was a complicated man with a big heart, and there was nothing more important to him than his family. If you knew him, you knew he was stubborn, sarcastic, smart, silly, and a gentle giant, who, at his core, was a man who loved life and his time on this planet more than he knew how to show. Every day he wanted nothing more than to make those around him feel supported, loved, and happy.
He worked hard his whole life, and for many years he remained the steady foundation that many looked to for the answers. Even as we all got older and things got harder for us all, everyone knew they could still call him for help - whether you called him husband, dad, step-dad, grandpa, father in-law, brother, uncle, cousin, friend, or just plain Jon - he would offer what he could without question.
Jon lived with struggles that were not always visible, and while life was not always easy for him, he tried in the ways he knew how. As a result of a motorcycle accident in the late 80's, he suffered from ongoing chronic pain, which grew more aggressive over the years. Living with this pain every day wasn't easy for him or his family watching him but he fought hard each day to keep finding the silver lining and lived with laughter, joy, and happiness.
Jon spent his final years in Leavenworth, Kansas. His oldest daughter Suzie moved there in 2024, and she served as both loving daughter and caretaker for the 17 months preceding his passing. His daughter Jessica (and family), and step-son Paul (and family) reside in Kansas as well, and having his family close meant everything to him. His daughter Rachel remained in San Diego, CA but visited Kansas many times over the years after his move in 2016, and will be helping him lay to rest in Imperial Beach by spreading some of his ashes on his beloved beach.
Jon's passing is one that leaves a big hole in the lives he touched while on this earth. It is with sincere appreciation that the family thanks everyone for their condolences, support, and love as we grieve; and we offer back that love and support to everyone who is also grieving the passing of Jon James Hall. He was loved, he mattered, and he will be remembered with tenderness, love, and understanding.
There will be no services per Jon's request.
Please no gifts or flowers, etc.
If you are looking for a way honor his memory, below are a few things he enjoyed.
Visiting the beach.
A nice cup of hot black coffee.
Visiting the San Diego Zoo.
Enjoying a concert with loved ones.
Riding on his Harley Davidson motorcycle.
Listening to wind chimes.
Watching his favorite movie, The American President.
Listening to "oldies" from the 50's and 60's.
Eating a homecooked meal (one of his favorites was chicken fried steak).
Fishing, or spending time on a boat (ocean preferred).
Playing a card or board game with family and friends.
Spending time with his family and friends.
Jon was preceded in death by his Father George Hall, Mother Betty Jean Hall, Brother George Edward, and Sister Judy Norwood.
Jon's survivors include his wife Toni Hall, daughters Suzann "Suzie" Esparza (Jerry Thomas), Jessica Caggiano (Jerry Caggiano), and Rachel Tiedemann (Alex Tiedemann), step-son Paul Holst (Shawnasea Holst), grandchildren Brittiney Witt, Katherine "Katie" Caggiano, Sierra Esparza, Joseph Caggiano, Charlie Holst, and Harper Holst. He was also a Great-Grandpa to Arianna, Ryan, and Emmalynn Witt. He is also survived by his sister Sandy Richards, as well as many nieces, nephews and other beloved family members and friends.
For the majority of his life he lived in San Diego, CA, calling Imperial Beach his home. He graduated from Mar Vista High School in Imperial Beach, CA. He also attended Southwestern College in Chula Vista, CA.
Jon was a complicated man with a big heart, and there was nothing more important to him than his family. If you knew him, you knew he was stubborn, sarcastic, smart, silly, and a gentle giant, who, at his core, was a man who loved life and his time on this planet more than he knew how to show. Every day he wanted nothing more than to make those around him feel supported, loved, and happy.
He worked hard his whole life, and for many years he remained the steady foundation that many looked to for the answers. Even as we all got older and things got harder for us all, everyone knew they could still call him for help - whether you called him husband, dad, step-dad, grandpa, father in-law, brother, uncle, cousin, friend, or just plain Jon - he would offer what he could without question.
Jon lived with struggles that were not always visible, and while life was not always easy for him, he tried in the ways he knew how. As a result of a motorcycle accident in the late 80's, he suffered from ongoing chronic pain, which grew more aggressive over the years. Living with this pain every day wasn't easy for him or his family watching him but he fought hard each day to keep finding the silver lining and lived with laughter, joy, and happiness.
Jon spent his final years in Leavenworth, Kansas. His oldest daughter Suzie moved there in 2024, and she served as both loving daughter and caretaker for the 17 months preceding his passing. His daughter Jessica (and family), and step-son Paul (and family) reside in Kansas as well, and having his family close meant everything to him. His daughter Rachel remained in San Diego, CA but visited Kansas many times over the years after his move in 2016, and will be helping him lay to rest in Imperial Beach by spreading some of his ashes on his beloved beach.
Jon's passing is one that leaves a big hole in the lives he touched while on this earth. It is with sincere appreciation that the family thanks everyone for their condolences, support, and love as we grieve; and we offer back that love and support to everyone who is also grieving the passing of Jon James Hall. He was loved, he mattered, and he will be remembered with tenderness, love, and understanding.
There will be no services per Jon's request.
Please no gifts or flowers, etc.
If you are looking for a way honor his memory, below are a few things he enjoyed.
Visiting the beach.
A nice cup of hot black coffee.
Visiting the San Diego Zoo.
Enjoying a concert with loved ones.
Riding on his Harley Davidson motorcycle.
Listening to wind chimes.
Watching his favorite movie, The American President.
Listening to "oldies" from the 50's and 60's.
Eating a homecooked meal (one of his favorites was chicken fried steak).
Fishing, or spending time on a boat (ocean preferred).
Playing a card or board game with family and friends.
Spending time with his family and friends.
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