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Born on May 30, 1964 in Long Beach, California, United States
Passed away on August 12, 2019 in Benicia, California, United States
This memorial website was created in memory of our loved one, Anthony Jones, 55 years old, born on May 30, 1964, and passed away on August 12, 2019. We will remember him forever.
I Just left the Wifey. We went to Lunch at Babs, a jewel you found. The food was delicious! We had a good lunch and reminisced. We laughed about your inquisitive mind; how you walked around with a question mark over your head always prefacing your inquiries with, "let me ask you a question." A real life Curious George. I'll remember you for the boat load of laughs you gave me and take great solace in knowing your Spirit is alive and kicking . You have your wings now and I'm sure you are using them to check up on Love Ones and to protect your Family. You are a man of men. I love you My Brother From A Different Mother!
Just hung up the phone laughing with Cornelius Guntz Jr. Reminiscing over the years kicking with for me a childhood homie. Way before the internet and I pads. When you would have to go to a friends house and knock on the door. Played football in the streets. Basketball in every corner of the world. Baseball , you name it we did it. Actually was there when he met the love of his life Benita Adams Jones. Deja Vu night club in the city. He went all the way to SF to meet his dream girl from Richmond. We always had a laugh about that night. We lost a patna but gained a sister as well. I’m saddened by the news but rejoicing Anthony Rook Jones knew Jesus. Out of all our years of hanging from Boys to Men. The conversations about Christ was the most rewarding. Going to miss you man. Until we team up together in Heaven on that Hoop court. Hold it down man. God has this. To your family I pray for comfort. So many years. So many memories. Cherishing every one of them. Thank u Cornelius Guntz Jr for the call and the laughs through the pain.
The End You left without warning. You left so fast. Now all we have is memories of our past... Anthony Jones you will be greatly missed.love always ME❤️❤️❤️
Have you heard of the saying Here today and gone tomorrow? Anthony Jones life was just like that Leaving many hearts in sorrow
On that dreaded evening of the crash What could have been on his mind? So full of life one minute And the next his destiny was defined
No good byes at that moment No apologies of any sort He had come to the end of the road Where there was no human support
It’s unfortunate that it happened this way But it was written from the day of birth We know not how when or where When it’s our time to leave this earth
He had some insecurities As we all do in life He was the best father he could be And he truly loved his wife
He devoted his time to the church He helped those in need When he smiled he lit up an entire room He paid his debts indeed
Although it felt like it came without warning There were signs all around Some may have seen them and some may not But his soul is heaven bound
To his family, be strong He’s with the angels now As bad as it may seem God never make mistakes You will get through it somehow
And God was with him he wasn’t alone When made his heavenly transition Ashes to ashes and dust to dust He finally completed his mission
I'm grieved for the loss of your beloved husband. I remember his smile and warm spirit. I'm praying for you and the family. May he rest with our savior.
It’s been a hard week with lots of Loss. My heart goes out to Benita Adams Jones and her family, she is one of the kindest, most supportive people I know. Anthony always kept me laughing at church and while we were on vacation a few years ago. I will definitely miss seeing him around and being greeted by him. God we all need you!
Still doesn't seem REAL!! I remember going to Lancaster,CA for a tourney with you and you were telling so many jokes,I hadn't laughed that hard in my whole life.Not only were you a great shortshop you were a great person as well.
I appreciate you for teaching me how to be a better ball player showing me how to pivot and come across the bag..You saying you're good Alamo but I'm going to make you better..Love ya Big Bro!!
This year @ Soulful Softball Sunday,August 25,2019 @Nichol Park we will honor the good Brother,The Inaugural Anthony "Rook" Jones Memorial Scholarship Award will be given to Khiari Neal,The recent De Anza High grad is the school's first African American Valedictorian in 60 years,she's s headed to UCLA to continue her higher learning. Shalom
So the angels came down to earth and took my brother home, we shared a lot of good times together. And you will be truly missed, may God be with the Jones family my condolences and prayers go out to you.
Anthony Jones. Everyone has literally been saying nothing but spot on things about you man! You were overall a great dude. Great father (from what I could see outside looking in), great husband, great friend, and a great brother in Christ!! Rest easily my dude! I’m sure Jesus is enjoying your smile and energy up there with the best of them. ✊
Pray for this family please! Imani Jones Benita Adams Jones Jayy Jones I love you all dearly. #TRIforever
I remember sitting on Imani Jones floor in her room with Tooda Elarms-Harris having regular teenage girl conversations. We didn't even know uncle Anthony was standing there the whole time... I remember us thinking we were going to be in trouble lol but he set right there and talked with us for hours. Giving us advice and making us laugh. Uncle Anthony, you will be truly missed and I'll never forget about finding those platform shoes with the fish at the bottom of them. We talked so much mess about them but you thought they were the coolest shoes ever lol. You may be gone but never forgotten
Uncle Anthony I'm going to miss you so much you were my Dad's twin our family gatherings will never feel the same without seeing you around cracking jokes or asking me and my sisters if we got boyfriend's I love you so much Uncle FLY HIGH ❤️ you will never be forgotten.
To my God son Christopher, my sister Leslie, Benita and the Jones family...my husband and I send our most sincere condolences. When we lose a loved one here on earth, we gain an angel in heaven that watches over us. May you take comfort in knowing that you have an angel to watch over you now. Hold on to the memories that you have of Anthony...hide deep within your hearts. Christopher, Leslie...we are here for you...just a phone call away.
Cousin I am so sad about your loss, I just seen you at my dads house & you were so full of life & being the joker that you were trying to liven everyone up & I enjoyed your spirit. You left us too soon & I know God makes no mistakes but this was hard. I didnt have to see you all the time to know family was first for you. You will truly be missed. Love your little cousin.
Uncle Anthony I love you and I am going to miss you so much our family BBQ will never be the same without your singing, dancing, and the jokes you used to crack on all of us continue to watch over us I love you Uncle May you Rest In Peace. ❤️
Faith Has No Sorrow That Heaven Cannot Heal❤You Was The Protector & The Shelter Of Your Family & We Love & Miss You So Dearly❤But On Monday 08/12/2019 You Were Taken From Us Like A Thief In The Night, Given Us No Chance To Say Good Bye. And Uncle Anthony As I Write This Tribute For You! All I Can Do Is Cry Cry & Cry. But I Know You Have Your Wings & Shining Bright❤ I Still Feel Your Presence Every Day & Through The Night. But I'm still Trying To Put 2 & 2 Together On Just Why Why Why? But The Fact Of It All, Is That God Needed You More❤ And I Love You Uncle Anthony And Thanks For Leaving Your Footsteps To Your Open Door, So We All Can Follow Through For The Rest Of Our Lives. & Until We Meat Again. Rest In Paradise! Raider Nation Theme & A Big Celebration Just For You Uncle Anthony I Miss & Love You!
I was deeply saddened to learn of Anthony's death so, I am writing, both personally and on behalf of SOLID Personnel, to express my sincere condolences to you on the death of Anthony Jones. Your husband was highly respected by internal and field employees throughout the entire company and the clients we placed him with. Anthony fit in with us like a glove fits a hand- it is as if he had been a member of our team since the very beginning. And how do you achieve that fit? Well, it’s a culture thing; you share the same values- professionalism, honesty, integrity, commitment, enthusiasm, and passion. Anthony had all of these qualities in abundance- but above all, he was a really nice guy. We loved working with Anthony, as much as I know he loved working with us. We truly appreciated the dedicated service Anthony contributed and he was truly a valued member of the team. Besides being an excellent worker, he was always good-humored and considerate towards anyone he came in contact with. In the last 4 years of Anthony’s service, he was nothing but exceptional. The effects of his loss are being felt already by those of us who had the honor and pleasure of working with him. The sudden loss of life is a burden that no one should bear alone. SOLID would like to offer support to you and your family during this difficult time, we are ready to provide assistance to you in any way possible, including help associated with such matters as survivor benefits and payroll questions.
Words are inadequate at a time like this; however, please know that you and your family are in our thoughts. On behalf of all personnel of SOLID, we extend our deepest sympathy and most sincere condolences as we collectively mourn Anthony’s loss. Please let us know if we can help you in any way.
May Anthony’s memories give you the comfort and peace that you seek and may the soul of your loved one rest in peace.
“The Measure of a man: Not - "how did he die" But - "how did he live" Not - "what did he gain" But - "what did he give" These are the units to measure the worth of a man, as a man, Regardless of birth. -Unknown
I Just left the Wifey. We went to Lunch at Babs, a jewel you found. The food was delicious! We had a good lunch and reminisced. We laughed about your inquisitive mind; how you walked around with a question mark over your head always prefacing your inquiries with, "let me ask you a question." A real life Curious George. I'll remember you for the boat load of laughs you gave me and take great solace in knowing your Spirit is alive and kicking . You have your wings now and I'm sure you are using them to check up on Love Ones and to protect your Family. You are a man of men. I love you My Brother From A Different Mother!
Just hung up the phone laughing with Cornelius Guntz Jr. Reminiscing over the years kicking with for me a childhood homie. Way before the internet and I pads. When you would have to go to a friends house and knock on the door. Played football in the streets. Basketball in every corner of the world. Baseball , you name it we did it. Actually was there when he met the love of his life Benita Adams Jones. Deja Vu night club in the city. He went all the way to SF to meet his dream girl from Richmond. We always had a laugh about that night. We lost a patna but gained a sister as well. I’m saddened by the news but rejoicing Anthony Rook Jones knew Jesus. Out of all our years of hanging from Boys to Men. The conversations about Christ was the most rewarding. Going to miss you man. Until we team up together in Heaven on that Hoop court. Hold it down man. God has this. To your family I pray for comfort. So many years. So many memories. Cherishing every one of them. Thank u Cornelius Guntz Jr for the call and the laughs through the pain.
Anthony Jones was born May 30, 1964 in Long Beach, California to the proud union of Nelson and Doris Jones. In his early Years, Anthony’s family relocated from Southern California to the Bay Area where they made a home in the city of Oakland and later the city of Richmond. Anthony received the majority of his formal education within the West Contra Costa Unified School District, graduating from De Anza High School in 1982 after which he completed two years of higher education at Contra Costa Community College. In 2006, Anthony led his family in becoming “Chartering Members” of Praise Fellowship Bible Church.
Part of Anthony’s legacy is that he was many things to many people including an electrician, a handyman, a landscaper, a computer technician, a cable man, a painter, a creative set designer, a carpenter, a dancer and an avid sportsmen. In his professional capacity, Anthony worked as a contracted electrician for many prominent companies including Net Electric, Tesla and Solid Personnel.
Anthony departed this life on the evening of Monday, August 12, 2019 after being proceeded in death by his parents and his brother Lonnie. Anthony leaves his wife Benita Adams Jones, his children, siblings and a host of extended family members and friends to cherish the memories of his life, his legacy and his love.
My family and I are honored and grateful to have been friends and like family to Anthony for over 20 years. We share countless memories from going on the Tom Joyner Cruise, family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings, church and dinners. Anthony was the LIFE OF THE PARTY!!! He had a warm and inviting spirit!! He kept us laughing and was a great dancer!! I was pleased to had introduced Anthony to my childhood friend Benita Jones. They shared alove of a lifetime!!! Anthony had style and was considered one of the Best Dressed!!!! Anthony was the Jack of all trades and mastered many. He will truly be missed and will live in our hearts forever!!!