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M. Martínez Funeral Home
5800 West 63rd Street, Chicago, IL 60638
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8:30 a.m.
M. Martínez Funeral Home
5800 West 63rd Street, Chicago, IL 60638
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Holy Sepulchre Catholic Cemetery & Mausoleum
6001 W 111th St, Alsip, IL 60803
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Jonathan Emanuel Arias,
"It’s with broken hearts and full spirits that we say goodbye to our beloved Jonathan—known to many simply as Jon. Born on October 8th, 1995, Jon was the kind of person who could walk into a room and instantly lift it. His smile was contagious, his energy pure sunshine, and his heart always open.
Jon was the kind of person who didn’t need to say much to make an impact. His smile did most of the talking—it was warm, magnetic, and had a way of making you feel heard & seen leaving you with the sense that everything was going to be okay.
Jon was the guy who made you laugh when you needed it most, who checked in just because, and who never let anyone feel alone. He had a light-hearted soul and a way of making life feel a little easier, a little brighter, just by being in it.
He lived life on his own terms. He loved deeply, cared fiercely, and never hesitated to help someone out. He understood struggle, and that made him even more compassionate.
Jon lived with purpose—even now, he’s still giving. Through his tissue donation, Jon is offering second chances to people he never met, continuing his legacy of kindness and care.
He leaves behind a family who adored him: his mom Martha, his dad Manuel, and his two sisters Evelyn and Janette. He also leaves behind a crew of best friends who stuck by him through thick and thin, cousins who were more like siblings, and so many others who loved him deeply.
We invite everyone who knew him to celebrate his 29 years of life—a life packed with laughter, love, unforgettable memories, and lots of wheelies.
Though we’re heartbroken, we’re also grateful. Grateful to have known him, loved him, and been loved by him.
Jon’s spirit isn’t gone—it’s everywhere. In the stories we tell, the hugs we share, and the quiet moments when we feel him near. He’s with us, always.
He may be physically gone, but his spirit is in the roar of a motorcycle engine, in the warmth of a sunny day, in the quiet comfort of knowing he’s still watching over us.
Ride free & keep chasing the wind, Jon. We’ll all carry a piece of you; always.
Con el corazón hecho pedazos pero con el alma llena, hoy nos despedimos de nuestro querido Jonathan—conocido por muchos simplemente como Jon. Nacido el 8 de octubre de 1995, Jon era de esas personas que con solo entrar a un lugar lo llenaban de vida. Su sonrisa era contagiosa, su energía era puro sol, y su corazón siempre estaba abierto.
Jon no necesitaba decir mucho para dejar huella. Su sonrisa hablaba por él—cálida, magnética, con ese don de hacerte sentir visto, escuchado, y con la certeza de que todo iba a estar bien.
Era el tipo de amigo que te sacaba una carcajada justo cuando más lo necesitabas, que te mandaba un mensaje nomás para ver cómo estabas, y que jamás dejaba que alguien se sintiera solo. Tenía un alma ligera, de esas que hacen la vida más llevadera, más bonita, solo con su presencia.
Vivió a su manera. Amó con profundidad, cuidó con fuerza, y nunca dudó en tender la mano a quien lo necesitara. Conocía la lucha emocional, y por eso su compasión era tan grande.
Jon vivió con propósito—y hasta en su partida sigue dando. A través de la donación de tejidos, está regalando segundas oportunidades a personas que nunca conoció, dejando vivo su espíritu de bondad y cariño.
Deja atrás a una familia que lo adoraba: su mamá Martha, su papá Manuel, y sus hermanas Evelyn y Janette; Tios, tias, abuelitos, y primos. También deja a un grupo de amigos que fueron como hermanos y muchísima gente que lo quiso con el alma.
Invitamos a todos los que lo conocieron a celebrar sus 29 años de vida—una vida llena de risas, amor, recuerdos que jamás se borran, y muchas wheelies.
Aunque nos duele el alma, también damos gracias. Gracias por haberlo conocido, por haberlo amado, y por haber recibido su amor.
El espíritu de Jon no se ha ido—está en todas partes. En las historias que contamos, en los abrazos que damos, y en esos momentos callados dónde lo sentimos cerca. Él está con nosotros, siempre.
Puede que ya no esté físicamente, pero su esencia vive en el rugir de una moto, en el calorcito de un día soleado, en la paz de saber que nos sigue cuidando desde arriba.
Jonathan, sigue persiguiendo el viento en tu moto; por nosotros no te detengas. Te llevamos en el alma, por siempre y no esperamos menos de ti."
We kindly ask for anyone to share and upload any memories you may have of Jonathan through this link https://photos.app.goo.gl/zn1AFrX9L7GU8Axz8
Visitation Services:
Wednesday, September 03, 2025, from 4:00-8 p.m. at M. Martinez Funeral Home, 5800 W. 63rd Street
Funeral service:
Thursday, September 04, 2025 at 8:30am. at M. Martinez Funeral Home
Funeral Mass:
St Simon at 10am, 5157 S. California Ave, Chicago, IL
Interment:
Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, 6001 West 111th Street, Alsip, IL
For more information, please call 773-284-5755
Velorio:
Miercoles, 03 de Septiembre del 2025 de 4-8 p.m. en Funeraria M. Martinez, 5800 W. 63rd St. Chicago, IL.
Funeral:
Jueves, 04 de Septiembre a las 8:30am en la Funeraria M. Martinez
Misa Funebre:
Iglesia San Simon, a las 10am, 5157 S. California Ave, Chicago, IL
Entierro:
Santo Sepulcro, 6001 West 111th Street, Alsip, IL
Para mas informacion favor de llamar a 773-284-5755
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5800 West 63rd Street, Chicago, IL 60638
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Holy Sepulchre Catholic Cemetery & Mausoleum
6001 W 111th St, Alsip, IL 60803
Send FlowersServices provided by
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