Photo courtesy of Cobbs Funeral Home - Pontiac
Pontiac, Michigan
Apr 20, 1990 – Feb 21, 2024
Cornelius "Corn" James Jones was born April 20, 1990, to Corine Jones and Marvin Jordan. Throughout the years, Otis Williams was a father figure who helped with his upbringings. On February 21, 2024, God opened Heaven to accept an angel. He was preceded in death by his Great-grandfather; James and wife; Wilhelmanie Herring, Great-grandmother; Annie Rachel Williams, Uncle; Daryel Herring, Grandfather; Joseph Durant, friend; Michael "Mike" Stephens and uncle; Tass Jackson.
Cornelius attended the Pontiac school district. He was made, born, raised and loved by the city of Pontiac, and the city of Pontiac adored him just as much. Cornelius was a man of influence, stature and favor (Luke 2:52). He had an unwavering love for all his children, and loved playing basketball, listening to music, cooking and dancing. He loved and enjoyed people of all walks of life, he was overall just a free spirit.
Cornelius leaves behind his legacy; his parents; Corine Jones and Marvin Jordan, his Daughter, Star Harris, and Sons, Ke'Ondre Lightner, Kam'ron Jones and Kar'son Jones. He has a host of siblings; Charles (Jessica ) Penermon, Cornisha Penermon, Porsha Coleman, Donte (Khalia) Coleman, Michael Miller, Moniqua Turner, Ellen Marie Hayes, Erica Hubbard Adkins, and Jordan "Nunu" Stewart. He leaves behind his grandparents; Mildred Jones, Pastor Johnnie Jordan and Evangelist Odeanod Jordan.
He is survived by a host of Aunts, Uncles, Cousins; including a special cousin Angelo Postell, Nieces, Nephews, and Friends; including best friend Jarvis "Bear" Walker and his forever friend and love Tarell Rogers.
Cornelius Jones will lie in repose on Monday, March 4, 2024, at Cobb's Funeral Home 151 Orchard Lake Road, Pontiac, Michigan, from 12:00pm until 4:00pm.
Celebration of life will be held on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church 318 Auburn Ave, Pontiac, Michigan. Family hour will begin at 10:00am and the service wiil start at 11:00am.
Internment will be held at Perry Mount Park Cemetery, Pontiac, Michigan.
Read MoreYour life had purpose, you left this earth way too soon , many hearts are shattered and we are left with questions, god called you home , rest in his arms dear brother you will be forever missed , parents their are no words of comfort in a loss of a child , let gods peace be the guiding light
David Williams
March 06, 2024 | Pontiac, MI | Friend
Special prayers to the family. Corn definitely gone be missed. Was a great friend!!!
Daymond Hamler
March 05, 2024 | Friend
Rip Cornelius gone but never forgotten
Jessica Hull
March 04, 2024 | Detroit, MI | Friend
We will love you and miss you always! ❤
Kiara Cowart
March 04, 2024 | MI
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Anitrise Bell
March 04, 2024 | Pontiac, MI | Friend
YOUR LIGHT WILL ALWAYS SHINE AND YOU WILL TRULY BE MISSED
R I P
Lolita Stone
March 03, 2024 | Villa Rica, GA | Family
Remembered By
Derrick Williams
March 03, 2024 | Jonesbor, GA | Family
U R MISSED
R I P
Beverly Rollins
March 02, 2024 | Atlanta, GA
You was such a amazing friend who was full of fun and laughter and dancing down to earth and also my club brother (Sleepy), you will truly be missed my friend always and forever, enjoy fly high with the Lord he got his Angel now, keep watch over your children and family and friends forever ( Corn) (On God)..
Georgina Newell
March 01, 2024 | Pontiac, MI | Friend