Jonathan "Jon" James Casey

He was adopted by Jim and Linda Casey at the age of 3 months, grew up in Ceres and Turlock, finishing high school in 2001. In 2002 he moved to Catheys Valley with his family and lived in Mariposa County for several years. He lived in Merced for about 12 years.

He survived four heart surgeries in his life. Two surgeries as an infant, first at the age of 19 days, again at six months, due to a restricted aortic artery, heart valve replacement at the age of 16, and at age 36, aortic arch and valve replacement.

Jon was a restless soul, who enjoyed being outdoors, in the mountains, camping, going for walks, and being around his friends. He had a good heart and a ready smile. He was a kind and generous person, who was always ready to share of his limited resources.

He is survived by Candace, his wife of 15 years, three children, Nicholas, Destiny, and Aiden, his parents, his brother Evan, grandmother Ann, and his church family at Lifeplace Church in Merced, who will all greatly miss him.