Matthew L. Jones Sr.
June 12, 1952 - December 12, 2020
Matthew Lawrence Jones, Sr. was born on June 12, 1952, to the late Estelle and James Jones. Known to many as “Larry,” he was the 11th of 14 children. Growing up in the heart of Brooklyn, Larry was a loving father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend to many. He was known for his kindness, humor, wonderful smile, and stylish clothes (changed several times a day!). He was the life of the party wherever he went, and he was an avid sports fan who enjoyed watching the Superbowl with his family and friends. Larry graduated from Boys High School in 1969 and had various jobs. He enlisted in the Army in 1976 and was released with an Honorable Discharge in 1978. He worked for the VA Medical Center for several years in the field of environmental services. On December 12, 2020, our Lord and Savior took Larry home. Larry is survived by his children: Matthew Jr., Dekiece, and Ebony; grandchildren: Sinclaire, Cynasia, Taylor, and Jakiece; siblings: Joyce White, Lida Johnson, Beatrice Smith, and Ronald Jones; mother-in-law, Ethel Bostic; daughter-in-law, Liza; sister-in-law, Doris; brothers-in-law, Earl Johnson and Forest Smith; and a host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, and friends. Larry’s service will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (https://alzfdn.org/).
Matthew Lawrence Jones, Sr. was born on June 12, 1952, to the late Estelle and James Jones. Known to many as “Larry,” he was the 11th of 14 children. Growing up in the heart of Brooklyn, Larry was a loving father, grandfather,... View Obituary & Service Information
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