William Jonathan Costales, Jr
William Jonathan Costales, Jr
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It is with heavy hearts and deep sorrow that we announce the passing of William Jonathan "Jon" Costales, Jr., a beloved son, brother, husband, father and friend. Jon was liberated from all human infirmities and welcomed into heaven on May 07,2025. He was predeceased by his parents William J, Sr and Bernice Costales, his wife Cherilyn Costales, his brother Michael, and nephew Edward Matthew Pennington. He is survived by his son Kenneth J. Costales, granddaughter Aleigha Costales, siblings Marlene Kravitz and husband Alan, Teresa Costales, Charles Costales, nephews and nieces Aaron and Jennifer Pennington, Jennifer and John McMurrough, Brandon and Kristen Wise, Danielle Costales Wise and fiancée Jake Bennett, and Evie Wise.
Jon was the eldest son and the second born of five children and the tallest of all.
Jon graduated from Highland High School in 1974 at which time he enlisted in the Coast Guard. He served four years after which he served in the Navy Reserve. He was proud to have had the opportunity to serve his country during the Viet Nam Era.
The family wishes to express immense thanks to Brenda Romero of Right At Home, who was his caregiver and good friend for over a year, We also wish to thank the staff at Right At Home, Kris Cousins, his night caregiver, Danielle, Jake, Alan, cousin Angela Marie Gonzales, all family and friends who called, sent cards and prayed for Jon, all caregivers at the Albuquerque VA, especially the Oncology Infusion Clinic staff.
The passing of William Jonathan "Jon" Costales, Jr. leaves an undeniable void in the hearts of those who loved him. Yet, his memory endures in the countless lives he touched and the positive change he inspired.
A memorial service will be held at Santa Fe National Cemetery on July 18, 2025, at 10:30 AM, where loved ones will gather to pay tribute to Jon's life. All who knew and cherished Jon are welcome to attend.
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Beverly Garcia
July 7, 2025
It is great to know that Jon is in the loving arms of our Lord and is living his new life without any pain or suffering. Our Family the Garcia-Sandoval `s sends lots of prayers and love for you all during this time. Jon memory will always be a special place for us all. God bless!
Ricardo & Dinah Martinez
July 6, 2025
Our most sincere and heartfelt condolences to Jon´s family. Marlene, Teresa and Charles, you all took such good care of your brother. You are the perfect example of what unconditional love is. He is now pain free and beginning his eternal life with his parents and family that that went on before him. God bless you all. Ricardo and Dinah Martinez
Tom and Toni Sanchez-Romero
July 6, 2025
We send our deepest condolences to the family. We pray for God´s grace that Jon be swiftly be taken into his heavenly resting place
Tom and Toni Sanchez-Romero
Shaun Hoyt
July 5, 2025
With heavy hearts are family in the Pacific Northwest are so sad that Jon has passed.We know he is finally pain free and cancer free after such a long long medical journey he has had. My mother Lala would keep us updated as much as possible. God bless to all our family in New Mexico.
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Kris Cousins
July 5, 2025
I wasn´t fortunate enough to have known Jonny before 2025, but when you see someone at the end - when they have absolutely no incentive to do so but they´re still incredibly kind, patient, compassionate, polite, and respectful - you get an idea of how amazing they must have been for the many previous decades. I´m very thankful that I got to meet Jon. I grew to know him at what I can only assume was his worst, and he was still an absolutely amazing individual. God speed Jonny!
MarthaSmith
July 5, 2025
Dear Marlene and Teresa and all Costales family. i am so sorry for your loss. God be with your entire family at this time. Love you all.
Sallye Whitsitt
July 5, 2025
Jon was a great member of our family too. He and Cheri were always close to my heart. They were tied at the hip to each other, thru thick and thin. Cheri died first and she never left Jon´s heart or mind. God will have fun with both of them in heaven together. Until we meet again. Love to the family.
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