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Donnie Jones,   Age 63
Visitation Location: Higher Ground Church of God, St. Cloud,MN
Visitation Date/Time: Friday, September 20, 2024 from 11 AM to 12 Noon
Funeral Time: Friday, September 20, 204 at 12:00 Noon
Funeral Location: Higher Ground Church of God, St. Cloud, MN
Burial Location: Fort Snelling National Cemetery, Minneapolis, Minnesota
   
    

Deacon Donnie Jones (DJ) was born on March 20, 1961, in Chicago, Illinois, to Frankie Lee James and Sylvester Jones. He was the eighth of fourteen siblings. Preceding him in death were his parents, as well as his siblings Dinah Walden, Neal Walden, Frankie Jones, Nelson Jones, and Lester Jones. On September 7, 2024, at 7:25 PM, Donnie peacefully transitioned to his heavenly rest, surrounded by his loving family.

 

DJ received his early education at Sherman Elementary School and graduated from Tilden High School, both located on the South Side of Chicago. In 1980, he enlisted in the military, where he served honorably for four years before his discharge in 1984. After his military service, DJ held various jobs before retiring. DJ served as a as a devout member of the St. James Memorable Church of God in Christ, in Chicago, IL., under the leadership of Pastor Percy L. James.

DJ served as a Deacon at Higher Ground Church of God in Christ, in St. Cloud, from 2004 to 2024, under the leadership of Pastor James Albert. He was also a talented musician and choir member for many years before relocating to Minnesota.

 

In December 1988, DJ was united in holy matrimony with Tamico G. Johnson. From this union, they were blessed with four children: Donnie Jr., Talisa, Felicia, and Jamal, along with two adopted daughters, Shamika, and Brenda.

 

DJ moved to Minnesota in 2001 and settled in St. Cloud by 2003. He met Linda in 2007 at her birthday celebration, and they were married on May 2, 2009. Through this union, DJ embraced four more children. Together, DJ and Linda built a deeply fulfilling life. He cherished time with his family, celebrating holidays, traveling, and proudly supporting his beloved Chicago Bears.

 

His memory will forever be cherished in the hearts of his family and friends.

 

Donnie Jones leaves to cherish his memory:  His loving wife, Linda Jones, his children. 

Donnie Jones Jr. (LaShae), Talisa Jones, Felicia (Scott), Jamual, Shamika, and Brenda; Stepchildren from this union are Tracene Smith-Olomu, Donnie Cole, Sheena Daniels, and Steven Daniels; His Siblings: Sylvia, Elizabeth, Janice Mattie, BJ, Ernest, and Sarah.

 

Grandchildren: Destiny, Zayla, Bella, Jamil, Diamond, Jeremiah, Da’liyah , Dior, Jakiya, Jamarion, Jayceon, Tay’won, Zamir, Zalynn, Jayden; Step-grandchildren: Kendall, Alvin, Raymonte, Alphobzo, Caelynn, Devin, Jacory, Jamela, Kamron, Isaiah, Vail, Valaya, Shaziyah, Amiya, and Amir; Great grandchild: Caleb; Brothers & Sisters; Sylvia, Elizabeth, Janice Mattie, BJ, Ernest, and Sarah and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.. Best Friends: Kirby Wadena, Eric Scott, and Wendell Jones.

 
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