In Loving Memory of Cecil S. Jones
December 21, 1943 – March 25, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and love that we announce the passing of our beloved Cecil S. Jones, who departed this life on March 25, 2025, at the age of 81.
Born on December 21, 1943, Cecil was a cherished husband, devoted father, proud grandfather, and loyal friend. He leaves behind a legacy of strength, wisdom, and unwavering faith that will forever be treasured by all who knew and loved him.
Cecil is survived by his loving wife, Hilarie Jones, and his children: daughters Linda I. Samuel and Laverne Jones-Ferrette; and sons Mark Jones, Jeffery Jones, Stephen Jones, and Timothy Jones. He is also lovingly remembered by his grandchildren: Everton Samuel Jr., Shanika Fausty, Cyanna Samuel, Michael Sammuel, Makayla Samuell, and Asana Ferrette; and great-grandchildren Kalise Faust, Serene Faust, and Malachi Faust.
He was predeceased by his parents, Helen Douglaus-Jones and Edward Jones; his son Richard Jones; his brothers Vincent Jones and Fregis Jones; and sister-in-law Mona Matthew.
Cecil is survived by his brothers Kenneth Jones and his sisters Rita Brooke Jones; uncles Belham Jones, Cleaver Jones, and Johnson Jones; and aunts Vectorine Jones and the late Gertrude Jones. He is fondly remembered by his nieces Bernadette Jones, Judy Jones, Jessica Jones, and many more too numerous to mention; nephews Mitch Jones, Vincent Brook, Lindon Brook, and others; as well as cousins Dr. Huggins, Weston Huggins, Desmond Ryner and family.
Also mourning his loss are his sons-in-law Everton P. Samuel and Stephen Ferrette; brother-in-law Mac Thompson, Denzel Matthew, Manny Thompson, Alford Thompson, and Neville Alexander; sister-in-law Carol Matthew-Mitchelle; and grandson-in-law Trey Faust.
Cecil was a man of principle and purpose, a guiding light in the lives of many, and a source of comfort, laughter, and encouragement to all who crossed his path.
The viewing is scheduled for Tuesday, April 15, between 3 and 5 p.m. at Divine Funeral Services Chapel. Funeral service celebrating the life of Cecil S. Jones will be held on Wednesday, April 16, at Frederiksted Baptist Church. A public viewing will begin at 10:00 a.m., followed by the funeral service at 11 a.m. Interment will take place at Kingshill Cemetery.
Though Cecil has departed from this world, the impact of his life and the love he gave will remain in our hearts forever.
Rest in eternal peace, Cecil. You are dearly missed and forever loved.
