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Jonathan Dyson Memoriam

Jonathan Dyson Jan. 8, 1960 - Nov. 10, 2006 Jonathan Dyson was killed on Nov, 10, 2006 when a pre-occupied driver made a left hand turn directly in front of him . He was dead at the scene. A drug screen was done and came back negative as we knew it would. The offending driver, who happened to be white and female admitted to the police that she was on a scheduled, controlled substance that has a high potential for abuse. No drug screen was administered. All charges were placed against Jonathan, his crime...Driving While Black.... Jonathan was a good man and a wonderful father. We do not want his death to have been for naught. Make a stand to stop racial profiling and discrimination. We love you, Jonathan Marilyn, Nicholas & Madison

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Published by The Commercial Appeal on Jan. 8, 2009.

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Toya Mason

January 12, 2009

Often loud and boisterous, Jonathan only wanted others to always be smiling and full of laughter. A gifted poet and salesman no one can deny. He loved and cherished Nick and Madison beyond anyones imagination. Nick and Madison, when you remember to do your best in all that you do, then you will have achieved your father's dream. Jonathan, gone, but never forgotten.

Susie Smith

January 10, 2009

Be Still

Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.

Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.

If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.

Dorothy Williams

January 9, 2009

Jonathan, you are truly missed. You were a true friend, businessman and classmate. My family prayers are with your family. We love and miss you.
James E. (Tweet) and Dorothy (Doll) Williams and James (JW) Washington

Vanessa Buckley

January 9, 2009

This is the day I shall always remember, you never would let me forget this was the day you shared with Elvis. Jonathan has been missed, his laughter, his craziness, and his gentle smile. It's so sad knowing that you are no longer here to share this special day.

Rick Wright

January 8, 2009

Jonathan death came as a shock to me. He was truly a wonderful person to know. May god be with you and your family in their time of need.

Gwen Dyson

January 8, 2009

My funny, happy, and wonderful brother. I miss your smile and zest for life. You always made me laugh and your poems were so true to life.

Annette Bridgeforth

January 8, 2009

I am so sorry for your lost. Please stay prayerful. A change must come. We must all try and do this together.

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