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Michael Jones, 74, of Richmond, CA passed away on March 21, 2013 surrounded by family and loved ones. Death was due to complications following surgery. Michael was born William Michael Jones in Minneapolis, MN, October 3, 1938 to William M. Jones and Fannie Ruth Breedlove Jones, youngest of their 12 children.
Michael lived his amazing life to the fullest, rich with diverse experiences and long lasting friendships. A man with so many talents: self-educated scholar, Air Force mechanic, civil rights activist, Alameda Co. Supervisor candidate, community organizer, building and maintenance contractor, restaurateur and counselor for adults. Family and traditions were of the utmost importance to Michael and he loved spending time with his children and grandchildren especially during the holidays. He had 7 children: Roxanne, David (dec), Michelle, Angela, Monte, Michaelanne, and Loring, 19 grand and greatgrandchildren. He is survived by his partner, Linda Sills.
Michael always said he'd want a party to celebrate his life. We invite his friends to attend.
Memorial Service, Fernwood Cemetery, Mill Valley, May 24, 1pm. Celebration of Life 4-8pm, Memorial Park Log Cabin, 110 Veterans Place, San Anselmo.
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Maurice Tyner
May 5, 2025
RIP UNC
Ebony Espinoza
March 19, 2024
Good bless my family And continue to rest uncle sinker
Maurice Tyner
March 19, 2024
Unc March 21th is approaching It has been 11 years I still miss our times together. I wonder what you would say about the current polictical climate. I'm sure you would not approve. Again love you and miss you.
Marnie
May 5, 2020
I was just thinking about Michael the other day, and wondering what he would say during this pandemic. What he would think of this administration, and how much support he would offer us in these bleak times. We miss you, Michael.
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Jess Brewer
May 5, 2020
Still thinking of Michael and all our adventures "back in the day" -- he was (and remains) a definitive force in my life!
Jacki Ruby
May 23, 2013
For a friend of many years ago, I wish you peace. We crossed paths in the late 60s and early 70s - you worked on the Etna Street house and we had many laughs together. God speed on your next journey.
UNC and Linda
May 22, 2013
May 22, 2013
Unc You were my Hero Taught me so many things about life and we always had a great time you loved to debate and be right about so many things and I miss you so much you are with the mom and dad and siblings heaven has you all . Miss you UNC Cali will never be the same.
Paula Cox
May 22, 2013
Special "Jones" things I'll never forget:
Introduced me to fresh anchovy at Chez.
Treated us to the best Christmas-party mac & cheese I ever had and reluctantly shared the secret ingredient.
Surprised me with a visit to the smallest-bar-known-to-man on the way to the beach and everyone inside knew him!
We always had to send someone down our steep hill to go get Jones because his car wouldn't go up it.
Made us wait for breakfast sausages done his way up at the Russian River.
Always cooking - always having a good time . . .
Michael was the best and I will adore him forever. My heart goes out to Linda, Loring, Michaelanne and all the rest of his family and friends.
erik storlie
May 20, 2013
Dear Everyone Who Loved Michael,
We can't be there, but we really really wish we could. We miss Michael so much.
Love,
Erik Storlie and Tamara Kaiser
carmen anthony
May 19, 2013
I am sending my love to Michael's family, and partner, Linda. He was a most amazing man, and I am grateful, honored to call him my friend. Although we shall miss him, the world is a much better place because he was in it... Thank you, MIchael.
Marlene Broemer
May 17, 2013
Michael and I sat through the first Iraq War at Norman's Bar on College Avenue in Berkeley. We could not believe a war could be watched on TV, and we did not believe in War. Miss you already, Michael; you never failed to make me laugh, even in the grim times. Peace, brother.
Michael Feb 2013 at Nadia's Birthday
Susan Druding
May 15, 2013
You are so missed already! Family holidays, especially Thanksgiving, will never be the same again. Thank you for more than 45 years of great times. And the son we share, Loring, with Marcelo and Nadia are the best of us.
Wishing you were here....
Angela Jones-Roddey
May 15, 2013
When I Miss You...I don't have to go far...I'll just look inside my heart...and, that is where I'll find you. I love you, Dad. Xox
Mary Jones-White
May 14, 2013
I am heartbroken...Suffering the death of my dad for a second time. You were the most awesome uncle ever. How I miss your monthly calls, your yearly visit. Who will I go to for my fatherly advice? You are so precious to me. I love you Uncle Sinker...I miss you. How wonderful Heaven must be...it has the best of the best!
charlene moore
May 14, 2013
A great loss to us all! He will be missed.
A celebration of life is the perfect memorial. I know he will be dancing with everyone.
My heart goes out to all of his amazing family.
Jess Brewer
May 12, 2013
Goodbye good friend, good man. What a loss to the world!
Howard Harawitz
May 12, 2013
Although I relocated and hadn't seen him in more than 30 years, I'll miss Michael. I returned to the Bay Area a couple of years ago and kept promising myself to get in touch with him. He shared his house with me as a room-mate when I needed a place to live.
Cheers and thanks, Michael!
Johanna Ferman
May 12, 2013
Michael was such a special spirit and help to me as I arrived in the Bay Area. We came to know each other both through our mutual friend, Brena Wlkaer -- and then through his working as the general contractor on the house I was renting. Such personal warmth combined with his being so capable in so many areas and his responsiveness -- had a wonderful crew of people working with him and extended himself in such a personal and welcoming way. To one whose entire life had been relocated..this meant such a great deal. Later, I came to know his extraordinary multi-talented family and the overflowing love -- both for him and from him that was so much a part of his life. How I salute you dear Michael and thank you from a grateful heart!
von jones
May 12, 2013
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