Jonathan Romero

Naugatuck – Jonathan E. Romero, age 26, of Naugatuck passed away unexpectedly on October 15, 2026 at Waterbury Hospital.

Jonathan was born to Ivette Herrera and Richard Romero on October 11,2000.

Those of us that were blessed to have known Jonathan would describe him as a beautiful gentle soul whose inner kindness and goodness shined through in the smallest interactions.

He carried a deep compassion for the world, always ready to lift up the vulnerable and help those in need. You could see his loving spirit shine brightest in the moments he shared with his nieces and nephews, or in his friendly chats with neighbors. Jonathan loved the simple things in life: heading outdoors to camp, hike, fish, and shoot, or simply relaxing with his loyal dog, Coco. Most of all, his heart belonged to his family and closest friends.
Jonathan is survived by his parents and sisters Veronica Hyder (Jeff), Jazmine Mendez, Alyssa Dominguez (Vincent) all of California; and Amanda Adrian (Heath) of TN His Aunt and Uncles George Fonte, Rockledge FL, Elena Scofield (Jim), CT, John Romero (Kelley), Denise Schade (Ed), Ricky Camarena (Nicole) all of California; Grandmother Lucy Ortiz. Jonathan also leaves behind nieces Sienna, Sistine Jade and nephews Christian and Cruz as well as his close friends.

He is predeceased by his maternal grandparents Zoila Hernandez and Nils Fonte, paternal grandfather Richard Romero and Aunt Rita Romero

Jonathan’s family will receive relatives and friends at the Corona Family – Community Funeral Home on Wednesday October 28, 2026 from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. A Celebration of Jonathan’s Life will be held immediately following at 2:30 p.m. Burial will be at the convenience of the family.