Jonathan Pedersen died unexpectedly on July 26,2025, at his residence in Abilene,. He was only 46 years old. The family is deeply saddened and shocked by his sudden death. Jonathan was born on September 21st, 1981
Jonathan is survived and missed by his Dad and stepmother Jimmy and LaDonna Wiley ; and his grandmothers Jean Pierson, Byrdice Wiley, his sisters Lisa Tyler her husband David, April Gonzales and her husband Zack, brother JD Aubrey all of Fort Worth, Texas. He will be forever cherished and remembered by his nieces and nephews Ashley Goodwin, Natalie Tyler, JD. Aubrey Jr, Kady Aubrey, Jessica Tyler, Trevor Tyler Orren & Devin Tidwell. Great Niece's Payton and Allison Goodwin, Anayala Tyler and several cousin and their families; His memory will be cherished by his Uncles and Aunts he leaves behind
Jonathen was predeceased by his loving mother Debbie Pedersen who was also his best friend, his brother Cody Wiley, his grandfathers, Edward Peirson, Jimmy Wiley Sr. his uncle Grady and aunt Cristy.
He was born in Big Spring Texas, and grew up in Georgetown, Colorado. Later on he moved to Abilene TX,. Some of his greatest joy came from his friends.
Jonathen had many professions throughout his life. He worked in clubs as a bartender, was firefighter in Georgetown and wore his dad number after his dad left the fire department . After moving to Abilene, he found his place at the Bar (shooters ) being a bartender where he made many very good loving friends.
Jonathen had an unquenchable thirst for knowledge. He was often spending his spare time researching topics of interest or reading books. He enjoyed watching movies and dancing, whenever surrounded by company you could be sure he would seize the opportunity for a game of pool.
Jonathen was never scared to take on new opportunities and did everything with honesty and integrity. He had very strong values and was well liked by everyone, mostly due to his positive energy. Jonathen had incredible patience, and always made time to help others. He would say it all comes back to us.
His legacy will carry on forever reminding us that we control our attitudes. We choose to live a life of meaningful acts of love and service, like Christ modeled for us.
There are no words that can express how grateful and blessed we are to Gary who were there for us on the morning of his passing. Doing everything he could.