Jonathan Samuel Hershkowitz, age 67 of Decatur, passed away at his home on Saturday, December 30, 2023. He was born in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, New York on April 2, 1956, the son of the late Leon and Belle Hershkowitz. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Joan Hershkowitz.
John served his country in the US Navy from 1976 to 1980 aboard the USS Inchon, lived in Decatur for many years, and was an electrical technician for Bell South.
John is survived by his daughter, Valerie (Frank) Guagenti, and two grandchildren, Anthony and Joey Guagenti of Delray Beach, Florida. He is also survived by special friend, Kari (Alex) Boyce of Spring City.
A memorial service with Navy military honors for John will be held on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at 4:30 p.m. at Chattanooga National Cemetery.
Please share your memories and photos of Jonathan on his online guest register at
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The family is being cared for by Vanderwall Funeral Home in Dayton, Tennessee.