Jonathon Gregory Anderson, 34 of Valparaiso, Indiana, passed away Thursday, March 19, 2026. He was born April 18, 1991, in San Diego, California. Jonathon graduated with honors from Dobson High School in Chandler, Arizona in 2009. He was a talented DJ, who could create very impressive music. Jonathon also enjoyed drawing anime, and had a deep respect and interest in the Japanese culture. He will be remembered as a caring, and brilliant man, who will be deeply missed.
Jonathon is survived by his mother and stepfather, Michelle and Mark Santucci; father, John Pickens; sisters: Dionna, Antonia, and Gabrialla Santucci; grandmothers: Anna Santucci, Patricia Santucci, and Yvonne Anderson; and aunt, Jett Pickens. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Dominick Santucci.
A celebration of Jonathon’s life will be held in San Diego at a later date. Memorial donations may be made in his name to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP).
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I love you my sweet baby. -Mom
Our deepest sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. -Katie and Art Carpenter
Jonathon you'll be so heavily missed. Late nights at South Bay Drive In Theater were made whole with your laughter and wonderfully unique sense of humor. Sneaking into hot tubs with our friends, falling down hills together, driving up and down the coastline, the wind in our hair, your Gameboy in your hands lol. We'll never know all the sweet nothings you whispered to us in Japanese. Mainly because you were the only one who could speak it, lol. You made every moment fun. I'll forever miss you. -Alice Kennedy Parmelee
I’m so very sorry for your loss of your son, Jonny. I know you are in deep grief and feel that with you. Know that I love you so much and know you will find the strength in you and around you as you go through this time., Cynthia Ott (Aunt)
The Jonathan I knew was always such a kind and gentle soul—quiet, shy, and sweet. Though his life held many struggles, the warmth and goodness he carried within him were evident. He deserved so much peace. Wishing you strength, comfort, and moments of peace as you navigate this heartbreak. Know that we are here for you. Love, -Pat Abrego-Santucci
Jonathon, my wonderful grandson, I will forever love and miss you. Remembering all the fun times we had together in San Diego and El Cajon California. I loved watching you do your animi drawings. As young as you were then you were very very intelligent and such a great friend to almost everyone you met. Smart as a whip in school and maintaining high grades in school. I’m glad I took a lot of pictures of you. You were a good DJ. I just want to hug you so much and yes I have tears in my eyes right now. I wish you could have met my son Kevin. I love you my grandson. Always will. The world lost a wonderful talented young man. -Yvonne Anderson
My deepest condolences for the family. Johnny was the best colleague I had. He always worked hard and always brightened up a room when he walked in. I remember one of the first time I talked to him I asked, if he had graduated from college or high school school and he just stood there and laughed at me and goes actually I’m 34. He said well it’s better to think someone is younger than older I guess. One particular evening he was getting off and buying valentines dumplings. I asked him why he was buying so many and he said “I’m buying them for my sisters. I keep telling them we’re all sold out so I’m gonna just surprise them on valentines for them.” I always looked forward to working with him. He was one of the best people I ever knew. He will be greatly missed, -Goldie Hostetler
He truly was a great friend and I had the pleasure of working with him through the 2025 holiday season. He was always a joy to be around and we shared countless memories and jokes together. It’s so heartbreaking to hear this news but I hope that he is resting peacefully in the kingdom of Heaven. Much love brother. -Kylar D Bruce
In loving memories of Johnny. Johnny was an awesome person who often made me laugh with his dorky jokes. He was also a great disc jockey. He definitely knew how to have a great time at events. Even though he was struggling with mental illness, he never let that be shown as an identity of his life. Johnny was filled with so much life. It is heartbreaking to hear of his passing. No matter what he was going through life just remember this God never left him. It was just time for him to come back to the lord because Johnny’s work on earth has been done. He has definitely changed many lives with his positivity, even going through his darkest times and his friends will never forget him and the positivity that he had on their life. This is just a short, temporary goodbye until we all meet again. As a new minister, I believe Jonathan is now in peace with himself. Rest on in paradise until we meet again. -Khopper Evans
I can't believe this is real. Jonathan was my best friend during my time in San Diego and I honestly can say that with out him I don't know how things would have turned out. I still remember the day we met like it was yesterday waiting in line at selma SD for a concert and when my ride bailed on me he was there offering a ride even tho it was out of his way and that was just the kind of man he was. Rest easy my friend and when the time comes we will see eachother again and it will be like old times. Until then I will hold you in my heart and will always remember what an amazing friend/ person you were. Much love bro, -Mark Martinez
