Sunrise: July 15, 1986 l Sunset: December 8, 2018

JACOB STAN “JAKE” JONESFRIDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2018Viewing 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.Service 11:00 a.m.

MT. AIRY BAPTIST CHURCH1100 North Capitol Street, N.W. Washington, DC 20002

Reverend Karen R. Taylor, Assistant to the Pastor

CHERISH THE MEMORIES

Celebrating the Life of

Jacob Stan Jones was born on July 15, 1986, at Washington Hospital Center to the late Denise Sheila Jones and Stanley Holmes Sr. “Jake,” as he was affectionately called, was educated in DC Public Schools and graduated from Howard D. Woodson Senior High School.

Throughout his career, Jacob worked as a stock clerk at CVS and as a construction worker for the Severn Group, Inc. and Blue Sky Construction Company. Jacob gained valuable knowledge and learned meaningful life lesson by also being a care taker for his son and grandmother.

In his early years, Jake played baseball, basketball, and soccer for the Department of Recreation. He enjoyed listening to his favorite musical artists Hot Boys, Three 6 Mafia, Lil Durk, and Money Bagg Yo. But Toni Braxton was dear to his heart, especially her hit song “Just Be A Man About It.” Jake loved to walk and eat snacks and drink juice all night. He enjoyed shopping and going to casinos and upscale restaurants. Traveling with his family to Ocean City was his favorite childhood place to visit. His magnificent smile and ever so big personality made him the life of every occasion and a catch for the ladies. Jacob was very private person, but social to family and friends. He had a heart of gold and was the same all the time, always greeting everyone with a smile, laughter, or hug.

Jake had a loving and giving spirit accompanied by a helping heart. There wasn’t anything that he wouldn’t do for his family and friends who were in need of his help. Family meant everything to him, especially his children, whom he loved with all his heart and soul. To know Jake was to love him. He was a special father, son, grandson, brother, uncle, cousin, and devoted friend.

Jacob Stan “Jake” Jones is survived by many who will cherish his memories: devoted father Stanley Holmes Sr.; devoted grandmother Diann Ward; daughter Jhala (Chamia); son JaKobe (Antranelle); sisters Nakeysha (Gregory) and Nakeyia; brother Stanley Jr; aunts Melveen and Veronica; uncles Bradley, Ricardo, Wayne, Darrell, and Jeffrey; niece Nakiya; nephews Ahmaad, Stanley, Marc, Jibreel, and Ahmarae; special cousin Ricardo; special sister Deyona; and many special brothers, friends, and other loving relatives. Jake was preceded in death by mother Denise Sheila Jones and grandfather Jacob Briggs.

JACOB STAN JONES “JAKE”

OFFICIANTReverend Karen R. Taylor, Assistant to the Pastor Mount Airy Baptist Church

PRAYER OF COMFORTReverend Karen R. Taylor

READING OF HOLY SCRIPTUREOld Testament - Psalm 23:1-6 New Testament - John 14:27

MINISTRY OF MUSICMt. Airy Baptist Church Music Ministry

POEM READING Family

REFLECTIONS

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

OBITUARY Read Silently

EULOGYReverend Karen R. Taylor, Assistant to the Pastor Mount Airy Baptist Church

RECESSIONAL

Order of Service

Not Enough TimeDad, the time we had wasn't nearly enough to pack

in an entire lifetime of love.There are so many questions

That I need answers to; but now that you're gone, there's no way to ask you.

But there are still photos to remember you by.Each time I look at them, I still want to cry.

They say grief is easier to bear as time goes by, but that doesn't stop me from wondering why?

Why my loving, sweet Jake was taken so soon, when he was my guiding star, my sun,

and my moon.There are no answers to a question like this.

So I'll cherish your memory and mourn the years we'll miss.

—JaKobe

Letter to My DaddyHey Dad, could you come back and stay awhile longer? I want to hear your voice

and see your smile. I want to hold you tight and never let go and tell you how much I

love you so. I’m so glad that you’re my dad. You’re “one in a million,” pops. When it

comes down to first class fathers, you will always be at the top. You loved me whether

I was a good or bad. You really hurt me with this one fine and fantabulous daddy.

Thank you, are two words that literally have no value for a man who have done it all for me; but I still want to thank you for always making it happen for me. Words can’t even

justify how much you did for me, DAD. You are my hero and you’ll always be forever

with us.

—Your Big Baby

We Love You, Dad!

Tributes from your loved ones...

He was not only my dad, but my best friend. —Jhala

Jake was a loving loyal grandson who loved and was loved by everyone. He will never be forgotten will be in our memories. —Grandma

To my brother...You were my little, big brother who always had my back and

would do anything for me, but with one condition—you had to use my car. And I

knew that my car would come back with a dent or a scratch...lol. My brother, a part

of us is gone, and oh, how we love and miss you. You will forever be in my heart.

—Nakeysha

To my brother...I miss you and love you. You were my heart and I will never forget

you. —Nakeyia

Rest In Peace, Jake

To my son, my heart is broken you brought, so much joy to my life. I love you. —Dad

To my brother... I will always love you. Forever in my heart. —Stanley

Jake was loyal to his family and friends. He was a person you can count on, whatever the situation was. When you say Dad, that word represent the epitome of

what he was to his kids. He will be missed forever. —Kenya

Jake, we love you with all our hearts and will never forget the love you had for us. Peace and Love! —Your Aunts & Uncles

My brother... gone to soon, you was loved by all. You will always be in our hearts. RIP. —Gregory

Jake was an amazing father, cousin, and friend. He loved his family and always greeted me with a smile. I’m going to miss my cousin. —Tracey

Jake, I watched you grow from a boy to a grown man and always looked at you as one of my own. It was never a dull moment when I was around you. You always had a

crazy story to tell about your women. Yes, I’m still going to stay on Jhala as always and make sure she’s ok out here. Sleep peacefully. You will truly be missed and you know

you’re a DC legend. —Jackie

Jake, once upon a time you told me I’ll be with you forever. We’ve been connected by the hip since we were young. Because of that, our bond has been irreplaceable and unforgettable. In this short life we received being humans, you’ve been more

than just a friend. You’ve become more like family—a brother that I’ll never be able to replace. I’m thankful for everything we’ve dealt with together. You’ll be forever in

my heart for eternity! —Mo

Uncle Jake, what are you doing? I’m still waiting on that text message from you checking on me while I’m at school. I’ll

never forget the memories we shared. I don’t know how to feel now that you are gone.

Remember when we would all be in the pool in the front yard of grandma house or the

family functions where we would be trying to eat all the bbq meatballs? You will be missed

endlessly. I love you forever Uncle Jake. —Your only niece, Nakiya

To my uncle...I will miss our talks about life; I love you and will never forget you. —Marc

Cuz, I love you and will forever hold you in my heart. Rest Easy. —Cardo

Pall Bearers Anton, Calvin, Demarco, Deon, Jamal, and Richard

Message of GratitudeTo all who have touched our hearts, lifted spirits, offered

prayers, expressed words of encouragement, participated in the service, and have given of yourself in any way...

WE THANK YOU!

You have helped reduce our burden, and our faith has been strengthen by your deeds. We will always be grateful to you

for the support you have given us through this difficult time.

Special AcknowledgmentsMt. Airy Baptist Church

1100 North Capitol Street, N.E.Washington, DC 20002

L.B West, Senior PastorRev. Karen R. Taylor, Assistant to the Pastor

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