Brian O'Neil Jones

BRIAN O'NEIL JONES was born the son of Gerald and Martina Jones on November 22, 1971 in Richmond, VA. On Saturday, November 12, 2005, God called His angels to receive His very own. Though his death is untimely, we take comfort in knowing that God's word is final. He is the Alpha and the Omega, the beginning and the end. Neil, as known to friends and family, began his fellowship with Jesus in the Bethel A.M.E. Church where he was baptized at the tender age of nine. Neil received his early childhood education in the public schools of Richmond, Virginia. Upon his family's relocation to Millersville, Md., he attended public schools in Anne Arundel County. He graduated from Old Mill High School in 1989 where he was noted for his outstanding academic and athletic achievements. Neil furthered his education at Tennessee State University. It was here that his athletic ability earned him a position as a 'walk on' member of the basketball team. He led the Tennessee State Tigers to greater heights by bringing them local and national recognition. In 1996 he earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science. Tennessee State was also where he met Kenya Powell who later became his wife on July 26, 1997. The vines of Neil's life led him to a professional career as a software engineer at Northrop Grumman. He was also a head JV Basketball coach at Cardinal Gibbons High School where he was able to reach and impact the lives of young men. His passion for basketball enabled him to influence youth to grow and reach their highest potential. Neil could always be found on the basketball court and in recent years he took up golfing. He never missed an opportunity to seek knowledge from his uncles during a lively game of cards. With the resemblance of his mother and the demeanor of his father, he enjoyed a good laugh and was sought after by many for words of wisdom. His love for his children was shown through his dedication and caring ways. The life of Neil Jones was short lived yet he leaves a legacy to follow. He leaves: a loyal wife, Kenya Jones, who loved him unconditionally; three adoring children, Kameron, Kai and Kolby Jones. Also left to cherish his memory are: his devoted parents, Gerald and Martina Jones; a loving brother, Brandon Jones; precious niece, Amarie; father-in-law and mother-in-law, John and Ela Powell; brother-in-law, John Burrell Powell; a very special, devoted friend, Gwendolyn "Ma" Bowser; ten aunts, eight uncles, two great-aunts; and a host of cousins and friends.

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Brian O'Neil Jones

November 22, 1971 - November 12, 2005