Elvin "Man" Jones, Jr.
1956 -2022
"Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me."
-Psalm 23:4

Elvin Jones, Jr. came into the world on June 8, 1956, in Jacksonville, Florida, to proud parents Elvin Jones, Sr. and Juanita Allen Jones. His personality earned him the nickname, "Man", the name that followed him throughout his life. Other than the brief years he lived in Bamberg, South Carolina, Elvin was a lifelong resident of Jacksonville. Both parents as well as his granddaughter, Paris Jones, preceded him in death.

Elvin attained his education in the Duval County School System. Afterwards, he enlisted in the United States Army where he served with pride and was honorably discharged after he completed his tour of duty. He then worked many years with Fed-Ex and was close to completing the years for his formal retirement when his health began to fail.

"Man" was one who truly loved his family. He showed the extent of his love with his words, deeds, and "being there" for them whenever he was needed. He also loved people; he never met strangers, for he regarded them as friends he had not gotten to know.

"Man" enjoyed life itself. He was fun-loving and full of life. He loved to fish and ride his motorcycle, but he genuinely loved the challenge of matching wits with others in games of Spades and shooting pool. At the end of a busy day, he settled down by watching his favorite television shows, "Married with Children" and "Animal Planet".

On Thursday, July 21,2022, Elvin "Man" Jones, Jr. peacefully entered eternal glory. His legacy of love and kindness will forever reign in the hearts of his family and friends.

Mourning his passing while cherishing fond memories of Elvin "Man" Jones, II are his sons: Elvin Jones, III of Orlando, FL, Daniel (Isabell) Gransitzki of Germany, Phillip (Alberta) Jones of Madison, FL; daughters: Katrina (Edward) Jones and Jasmine (Willis) Brown, all of Jacksonville, FL; eleven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; companion: Sumie Prejean of Jacksonville, FL; siblings: Ken Jones and Pastor Sandra (Franklin) Motley, all of Jacksonville, FL; in addition to a host of other loving relatives and sorrowing friends.