James Theodore Jongebloed Jr.

James Theodore Jongebloed, Jr., beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, son, and friend to many, was brought to the Lord in the early hours of the morning on Saturday, June 21, 2025. He was 58, and his light will be missed tremendously by his family and countless friends. He is survived by his wife, Seita, children, Jimmy (Delaney), Jake, and Annika, granddaughter, May, mother, Renee Jongebloed, sister, Jenee Bobbora (Bill), and extended family. Jimmy was born on January 30th, 1967, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Houston, Texas, to Jim and Renee Jongebloed. He grew up in the Wilchester neighborhood and attended Westchester High School, where he started at quarterback and was class president. He graduated in 1985, and went on to attend the University of Texas at Austin, where he earned a business degree. In addition, he was a proud member of the Sigma Chi Fraternity, where he forged lifelong friendships. Most importantly, while at UT, he met his beloved wife, Seita. They married on October 23rd, 1993, at St. Michael’s Church in Houston, and shared a life filled with love, laughter, family, and friends. Together they brought three beautiful children into the world. Following his graduation from UT, he attended Law School at the University of Houston, where he earned his J.D. in 1993. He held a number of professional titles, including but not limited to, lawyer, movie producer, franchise director, investor, advisor, and business owner. He was an entrepreneurial spirit, and always had excitement around a new product, idea, deal, or partnership. Jimmy was an extremely proud husband, father, and grandfather. He was also an avid pet owner, and always pushed his family to foster, volunteer for, and even adopt animals in need of care from shelters or rescue groups. He was always jubilant about the success of a family member or friend, and had a genuine joy for others that could not be contained. He never missed his childrens’ practices, games, or performances. He was known for his intense involvement and cheering at his sons’ football games. His family brought him the most joy. He was the definition of present for all of them. He talked to each of his kids, wife, and mother on the phone several times per day (at minimum) if any of them were out of town, and wanted to hang out 24/7 when they were around. Anything could initiate a phone call - something funny he saw on TV, something a pet did, a random question or thought for one of us, and daily check-ins just to make sure work or school was going ok. These calls could range from 30 seconds to 30 minutes, and were a part of his daily routine. His family never had to wonder if he knew what was going on in their lives - he stayed on top of it more than they did. Jimmy loved all of the experiences life had to offer. If there was a good concert in town, he was there with his wife and kids, always with the best seats. If there was a big game coming up with any of his favorite teams, his family wouldn’t even have to ask about it - they knew they’d be there with a great view, a jumbo popcorn, and a lifelong memory to bring home. He let his kids sleep in and miss school after any Thursday evening midnight premier of the next big movie. He always had something on the calendar for them to look forward to, and the constant excitement and anticipation he brought to everyone’s life will be missed. Along the same lines, he loved to travel. He went across the world for work, visiting places like China, Japan, the U.K., Monaco, Dubai and many other destinations. He brought his family with him whenever he could, and always had an exciting Spring or Summer break destination for them. Timberline Lodge at Mt. Hood in Oregon, Costa Rica, London, and Rome were just a few of the experiences he brought them. As a devout Catholic, he treasured the trip to The Vatican and St. Peter’s Basilica with his family. Jimmy’s faith was the defining feature of his life. He treated every human being he met with the compassion and God-given dignity they deserved. He pushed his family to Mass every Sunday, every Holy Day of Obligation, every holiday, and even to a regular 9 AM weekday Mass with him if they had time off from work or school. He prayed with them at every meal, gave thanks for every experience they shared, and unabashedly professed his Catholic faith every chance he could. His friends, business partners, and doctors rarely escaped a conversation without a prayer, bible verse, or invitation to Mass being injected along the way. His morning prayer texts and calls to all will be missed. On this Earth, he was a true disciple of Jesus Christ, and would want to be remembered as a Catholic and Evangelist above all else. The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the wonderful nurses and doctors who cared for Jimmy during his time at M.D. Anderson. The family will be present to receive friends at 5:30 PM with a Rosary being recited in his name at 6:30 pm followed by eulogies on Thursday, June 26th, 2025, at St. John Vianney Catholic Church in Houston, Texas. A funeral mass will be held for him at 10:30 am on Friday, June 27, 2025 in the same location. The address is 625 Nottingham Oaks Trail, Houston, TX 77079. A reception for family and friends will be held afterwards at St. Jude Hall, directly adjacent to the chapel. 2 Timothy 4 6:8 “For I am already being poured out like a drink offering, and the time for my departure is near. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing.”

James Theodore Jongebloed Jr.

January 30, 1967 - June 21, 2025