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Jonathan Munier Obituary
Munier passed away peacefully at his Houston, Texas home on March 4, 2014. Jon, the beloved son of Mary Jane Lewis and Ronald Munier, was born on December 12, 1955 on Long Island, New York. In 1973, he graduated from Anderson Senior High School in Cincinnati, Ohio, and then from Ohio University with a journalism degree in 1978. After a few years working for General Motors as a claims adjustor, Jon graduated from South Texas College of Law in 1983.
Jon began his legal career as an Assistant District Attorney for the Harris County District Attorney's Office, where he developed his love of the law and also met his wife, Marie, on the first day at work. Jon prosecuted many serious cases in various divisions at the DA's Office, including the Special Crimes Division. Jon left the DA's Office after 6 years and entered into a successful criminal defense practice. Jon passionately defended his clients and was a beloved and respected fixture of the criminal courthouse throughout his career. Jon was known for his wit, his antics in trial, and his fearless nature. Jon's opponents never knew what Jon might say or do in trial, and he was awesome before a jury.
Jon lived life to the fullest and was a good friend to many. He loved his family, the law, Mustang convertibles, his red Harley, John Deere tractors, railroads, model trains and his Texas Hill Country ranch.
Jon is survived by wife, Marie Munier; mother, Mary Jane Lewis; father, Ronald Munier; birth father, Thomas Sholts; brother, Christopher Munier; and, sister, Valerie Voinis. Jon is also survived by his children, Erin Vander Poorten, Todd James Von Krosigk, Nathaniel Munier and two beloved grandchildren, Walker Von Krosigk and Meredith Von Krosigk.
Shortly before his death, Jon met and was baptized by Pastor David Leeland, Trinity Lutheran Church. Jon was grateful for Pastor Leeland's prayers and guidance in his final days.
A service to honor Jon's memory is scheduled for Tuesday, March 11, 2014, at 11:00 a.m. The service will take place at Trinity Lutheran Church, 1316 Washington Ave., Houston, Texas, with a reception to follow at 1244 Heights Blvd.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the National Colorectal Cancer Research Alliance or Trinity Lutheran Church.
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Christopher Munier
March 9, 2023
I sure do miss you Jon. I love you brother
Shelby A. Moore
March 1, 2022
I will always remember working with Jonathan on the Susan Wright case. He was a great attorney; a true professional and an even greater person. I am blessed to have known him.
Ronnie Alaniz
January 3, 2021
Jon I just wanna say thank you for being there for me when I was a young adolescent. I will never forget you and all these years later I have much respect and adoration for you. Much love and best wishes to your family. Rest Easy Jon.
Ronnie
Paula Fradette
March 17, 2014
Dear Jon's Family,
I did not know Jon but it is obvious from the entries that he was a wonderful man. The Stephen Ministers at Trinity Lutheran want you to know that we are here for you and pray God's peace and comfort for you all.
Paula
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BJ ORSACK
March 12, 2014
I first met Jon when he was a "baby" prosecutor while working in CCCL#7 in the mid '80s. He was great to work with both as a criminal defense attorney and as a prosecutor. He will be so missed in the courthouse family. Marie, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Linda Turner Collins
March 11, 2014
Marie, I am so sorry for the loss of such a wonderful man. I'm sorry I can't be there today, but you all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Ron & Pam Knotts
March 10, 2014
Marie,
I have been out of town and was shocked to learn of Jon's death. Deepest sympathies from me and Pam. Jon was a wonderful guy and as many have already written, his wit was second to none! So sorry for your loss dear friend and former boss.
March 10, 2014
Dear Marie,
I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy to you and the entire Munier family. Jon was a very fine lawyer and a great guy. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Joe Salhab
Sid Crowley
March 10, 2014
I worked with Jon at the DA's office in the '80s. John was without doubt one of the wittiest and funniest guys I ever met. He was also a great lawyer to boot. Sad to see another colleague leave us.
Amy Smith
March 10, 2014
Thinking of you and your family Marie. Jon was such a wonderful guy and I was proud to have known him.
Sylvia Rocamontes Ocampo
March 10, 2014
To the Family of Jon Munier, you have my deepest condolances for your loss. I first meet Jon when i was assigned as an asst. Court Clerk in Judge Joe Terracina's Court, early Eighties . Right away you could see the passion Jon had for "the law". Even in misdemeanor court he handled every case with tenacity, integrity and pride in his work to do his utmost in every case. Jon was definitely one of the "Good Guys" .
God Bless
Linda Mazzagatti
March 9, 2014
Condolences to Marie and Jon's family. Jon was one of the best guys at the courthouse. Always a smile on his face and great to be around. Twenty-five years ago he taught me how to be an ADA in J. Jimmie Duncan's court, and was always someone you could look to for good counsel. John was hilarious and one of the guys who made the courthouse a fun place to work. He was a great lawyer who was happy to share his experience and exceptional knowledge. Jon will be missed by so many. His family and friends are in my thoughts and prayers.
Rick Fetterly
March 9, 2014
So sorry for your loss. I will never forget the kind hospitality Jon and Marie showed me when I was serving in the Navy in Texas in the late 80s. My prayers are with your family.
Gail Hays
March 9, 2014
My deepest sympathy to Marie and family. I was Jon's investigator at the D.A.'s. His great wit amazed me and he was just fun to be around. I am proud to call him my friend.
John LaGrappe
March 9, 2014
Great person and a great lawyer. One of the true great guys around the courthouse.
Ardis Bartle bartle
March 9, 2014
Jonathan was a kind man, and very protective of his brother Chris.
March 8, 2014
I did not know Jon until 2010, but I count it an honor and blessing to have had the opportunity to work with him and get to know him. When I first met Jon, I saw this tall, very kind man. I quickly realized he was also a very serious lawyer interested only in doing what was right for his client. Although we worked on a quite difficult case, he made sure he and anyone who would work with him and his law partner Tommy understood that the client was first and everything else came second. He was a man of great integrity. He was someone in whom I would rest confidence, not only as a lawyer, but also as a person. I will miss him. I will be praying for Jon and Marie. I will be praying for the family. I will be praying for those of us who knew him for just a little while yet are nonetheless better for it. May God bless you all.
In Peace,
Shelby Moore
Richard Castillo
March 8, 2014
Jon will be dearly missed. May the gates of Heaven be open when he arrives.
Angelica Landa
March 8, 2014
Marie and family: May our Lord give you the strength to carry on during this difficult time. My condolences to all of you. RIP Jon.
Toby Myers
March 7, 2014
Getting to know Jon while working in one of his and Tommy's cases, I loved his magnificent mane of white hair, his booming voice, his love of fun, his tenacity, his demeanor with clients and witnesses, and his how gentle he could be. It was a privilege to work with him. May the river have been kind in his crossing.
Susan Caraway
March 7, 2014
God Bless you, Jon and Marie. Jon will be greatly missed. You and Marie have been a great friends to my family, and I am grateful to have known you both.
Dan and Robin Cogdell
March 7, 2014
Jon was a classmate at law school and someone whose friendship I have always valued since. He was a fine man, an honorable lawyer and a tenacious advocate. Our thoughts and prayers to his family and friends.
Beth McGregor
March 7, 2014
Dear Marie: I am so sorry for your loss. Jon was a charming and lovely man,and I know you will miss him. Virtual hugs to you and your family.
Laura Massey
March 7, 2014
So sorry to hear about your loss. Hope the family finds peace and comfort in God's healing touch.
Rick Trevathan
March 7, 2014
I am so sorry to read about Jon. He was so much fun to talk to or be around. A great guy in the court house or on the golf course. I will miss him. Marie, I am so sorry.
Mark & Sandra Elliott
March 6, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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