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Raphael Jones Jr.

1996 - 2014

Raphael Jones Jr. obituary, 1996-2014, Gary, IN

BORN

1996

DIED

2014

Raphael Jones Obituary

Jones Jr., Raphael J. Age 18, of Gary, IN passed through the Golden Gates of Heaven on November 12, 2014 at 3:20 a.m. Raphael was born to Yendi A. Johnson and Raphael Jones Sr. on August 12, 1996. Raphael leaves behind his loving parents; 3 beloved sisters, Jasmine, Kierra and Myesha Johnson. His memories will also be cherished by his two younger brothers, King and Kyle Johnson; four nephews, Jaylen, Kendrick, Cameron and Kayden; along with a host of close family and friends who all wish him the best with our Father God. Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday, November 22, 2014 at Lakeshore Funeral Home, 2295 Washington St., Gary with Elder Leonard Orange officiating. Visitation Saturday 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at the chapel.

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Published by Post-Tribune on Nov. 19, 2014.

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yendi

November 30, 2014

I will always love u my son I miss u so much Dudda rip my luv

Greg Williams

November 25, 2014

So saddened to hear of the loss of Raphael. My condolences to the family. I had the privilege of being his teacher last year and was struck by the kind heart of Raphael.

Destiny Tanas

November 23, 2014

Thoughts and prayers our with the whole family. Rest in peace wrapped in God's arms in heaven Raphael<3

Lana blakemore

November 22, 2014

I had the pleasure of working with Ralph, He was a wonderful kid. RIH Ralph

Albert Reese

November 22, 2014

My prayers and condolences to you, Yendi, Jas and the rest of the family. May you find comfort in the fond memories you all enjoyed.

November 20, 2014

My Thoughts and Prayers are with his family

Valetta Neely

November 19, 2014

Our prayers goes out to the family, look to the hills which comes your health and strength.

Kynesha Swain

November 19, 2014

My condolences to the entire family. Raphael will be missed.

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Lakeshore Funeral Home

2295 Washington St., Gary, IN

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1:00 p.m.

Lakeshore Funeral Home

2295 Washington St., Gary, IN

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