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Jonathan Mott Obituary
June 8, 1975 - November 13, 2023
Jonathan David Mott left this world on 11/13/23. Born June 8, 1975 in Omaha, Nebraska where he was lovingly placed in the arms of his new adoptive parents three days later. Jon leaves behind his parents, Kathleen and Donald Mott, brothers Christopher and Michael and sister Christina as well as cousins, aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Jon was a gift that was given to us to share with the world. He will be remembered most for his quick and witty humor, intelligent conversation, as well as his ability to take on most any academic pursuit presented to him. He may be remembered best by some of his friends for his political blog "Zandar vs the Stupid" of which he was most proud. He had a veracious appetite for knowledge even at the earliest age and astounded many adults with his knowledge of all things. He was in placed in advanced placement classes in school, and as well attended the gifted and talented program at Duke University over several summers. He graduated High School from the School for Science and Math in Durham, NC and attended UNC Asheville. His work took him to Kentucky where he has spent the most of his time and the last of his days
Jon took life as it came. He lived life on his own terms and died peacefully in his sleep in his Kentucky home. He will be missed.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Any memorials may be made to the American Heart Association.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jonathan Mott
Lizette Villacorte and family
December 9, 2023
May your heart and soul find peace and comfort.
Perse
November 24, 2023
I offer my deepest sympathy and sincerest condolences to Zandar's family at this time he was an amazing person, he will be missed on Final Fantasy XIV.
Yishi Lalni - Gilgamesh - Ghost Wolf Dancers
November 24, 2023
I played with Zandar quite a few times in Final Fantasy XIV. He was always humorous to talk to online and made everyone laugh! Definitely a grade A friend and a very witty joker. He will be missed.
Donald W Price
November 21, 2023
I enjoyed interacting with him over the internet for years, though I never got to meet him in person. I am so sorry for your loss.
Kris
November 21, 2023
Among his many unsung talents was to talk up a complete stranger like me and make me feel welcome in a group that would become my sanity space and second home for 10 years. A genuinely bright soul that I will miss terribly.
Hunt Godfrey
November 21, 2023
I know we never met in real life and he will always be Zandar to but I enjoyed talking to him and playing with him for the last 14 years. He was a loved member of our online gaming community and will be dearly missed.
Sidharth Iyer
November 21, 2023
I knew Jonathan as Zandar for over a decade through games. I consider myself lucky to have known him, and will terribly miss his quick wit, sardonic humour, and magnanimity. My condolences to his friends and family.
Jason Aemisegger(CptSquash) "Squashy" to Z
November 20, 2023
Never knew "Zandar's" real name. I, and others in his online gaming community, have played games with him for over 14 years. Zander has a large collection of online friends. Many of which, up until today, didn't know his real name and didn't care. Hours were spent tackling bosses , solving puzzles, laughing, and talking. I, like many others had never met Z in person, but we were all his friends. Zandar was and always will be a Paladin in heart and action.
Ursi M
November 20, 2023
Another gaming buddy of Zandar´s as we lovingly knew him. It´s such a strange honor to know someone for so long and not know anything about their personal lives at all. No problems, no drama, just jokes and killing monsters. What a wonderful person and soul. Will truly be missed in our little orbit.
Christina "Sovya"
November 20, 2023
I knew him as Zander and we gamed together for 10 something years. He was best tank and also did the best Meteor voice in FFXIV. He will be incredibly missed.
Wind
November 20, 2023
I knew Zandar through gaming as well. He always had a greeting for us all, and was a great guy to spend free time with. My condolences to his friends and family.
Fenn
November 20, 2023
Jonathan 'Zandar' Mott was a true leader. He would pick up the task and carry it onwards to greater things. Yes, like Sage, I only knew Zandar as that gaming stalwart and friendly, if not, witty voice of reason. Thank you Z for all the times spent with us. Dragonspeed to your next adventure as we carry your memories forward. Deepest condolences to his family, yet please know he will always be a bright soul to reflect on us all.
Brandon "Usaretama" Slick
November 20, 2023
I knew Jonathan as Zandar for the better part of a decade, and spent thousands of hours with him gaming online. He was an amazing leader, able to herd the most stubborn of cats, and his wit and presence brought so much joy. I can't put into words how much his absence hurts and will hurt, but I'm going to do the best I can to carry the best parts of him with me into the future.
Sage
November 20, 2023
I've played videogames with Zandar for almost 15 years through countless games together and he was always the best Tankdad and the Master of Culinarians. He will be sorely missed and my deepest condolences to his family.
TaMara
November 17, 2023
Sending deepest condolences to his family, friends, and those he enlightened through his writings. May his memory be a blessing.
Bonnie Walker
November 17, 2023
Dear Kathy and Don,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Although I did not know your son, from the obituary he sounded like a very extraordinary and gifted person. As parents, the two of you provided the foundation which allowed him to grow and follow his own path in life. You have done your job. He is now in God's hands and his journey continues. God's peace to all of you.
Sincerely, Bonnie Walker
Vernon H.
November 17, 2023
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Paul in KY
November 16, 2023
I knew Jonathan as 'Zandar' when he was front paging at Balloon Juice. I always looked forward to his articles. He was so profound in what he saying, as well as being darned funny. I wish I had been able to meet this young man in 'meatspace'. My deepest condolences to his loving family. He truly was one of a kind!
Charles
November 16, 2023
I only know Mr. Mott from his blog, which I tried to read every day. He was fearless and witty, and I will miss his voice. Condolences to his friends and Family.
Lisa Rowe
November 16, 2023
I was a reader of Zandar versus The Stupid for several years. He was always informative, always on top of the issues. And he had a great sense of humor. Your loss is huge, I know. But know that there are many out there who appreciated his work.
Germaine Overman
November 16, 2023
Deepest sympathies to Jon's family on his passing. I have worked with Jon over the past few years. We would sometimes share comments about movies and tv shows we were watching; Jon would use references and gifs to highlight some current happening or request. He was a kind soul and he will definitely be missed by many.
Bryan Smith
November 16, 2023
Prayers for healing during this time of grieving for the Mott family and all those impacted and touched by Jonathan. May the Lord give them peace and comfort during this time of grieving.
Jay Moretz
November 16, 2023
I will hold memories of Jon in my heart, always. He was one of my oldest friends. He was loved and will be missed.
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