Nathaniel Jones was a prominent civil rights activist who led important desegregation suits as chief counsel for the NAACP from 1969 until 1979. In 1979, President Jimmy Carter appointed Jones to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit in Cincinnati, where he served until his retirement in 2002. In the 1980s, he traveled to Africa to assist developing countries in creating judicial systems.
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Mr. Nathaniel Jones many contributions to his family and the Africa community will be missed. May you find solace in the special memory you shared with Mr. Jones. May Almighty God, along with your precious memories of your loved one continue comforting each of you.
KLL
February 26, 2020 | IL
Valenda Newell
February 15, 2020 | INDIANAPOLIS, IN
May care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace to get you through the days ahead. My most sincere condolences.
February 13, 2020
I am deeply saddened by the news of your loss. I pray that God will grant you the strength and peace daily . My most sincere condolences.
February 13, 2020
The many contributions will be forever remembered. May God be with the family at this time.
February 09, 2020
I would like to offer my condolences to the family and friends of mr Nathaniel Jones may the God of tender mercies grant him peace
February 08, 2020
Anonymous
February 05, 2020 | Gary, IN
Alishia
February 04, 2020 | SC
My Condolences.
February 04, 2020