Jefferson Jones (JJ) Baskin obituary, Austin, TX

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Jane Ragsdale

September 17, 2024

Jane Ragsdale

September 17, 2024

JJ was instrumental in having a columbarium installed at Mo-Ranch in Hunt, TX, where he served on the board of directors. He was the first to have his ashes there. It´s a remarkably peaceful and beautiful spot, overlooking the Guadalupe´s North Fork.

Bruce Esterline

March 24, 2016

I know it has been a very difficult year for JJ's family. Just know that he, and you, are always in our thoughts.
Bruce Esterline

Marilyn Aboussie

July 12, 2015

Our family was very sad to learn of JJ's death. He was a wonderful person. We have admired the Baskin and Ragsdale families for decades. Please accept our sincere sympathy. The John Hay/Aboussie Family

Al S

May 16, 2015

My condolences to the family. May you find comfort and peace from the God of all comfort who is a refuge and strength for us during our distresses.

Della & Jere Vodenicker

April 6, 2015

Dear Joy, Ben and Judge. Please know that we are thinking of you and praying that your hearts will heal in time. JJ will be missed. He was such a loving and dedicated family man. We feel blessed to have known him.
We send you our love . Della and Jere Vodenicker

Marilyn Coble

April 6, 2015

We are so sad to hear know you are in our prayers we would like to help in any way. Love to all

Barb Steinberg

April 2, 2015

Steve, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Having lost my awesome brother too soon, I feel for you. JJ, I'm sure will be greatly missed. I hope as your heart heals the happy memories bring a smile to your face.
Barb Steinberg
(Jack's mom - from Solitude a few weeks ago)

Linda Fieseler

March 31, 2015

Joan and Family: I was saddened to learn of JJ's death. I send my deepest and most sincere condolences for your loss.

Dorris Counce

March 31, 2015

Joy,
My husband and I send loving thoughts and prayers to you and your family. I wish I had known your husband, he sounds like a wonderful man. With time your pain will fade and your tears will dry. You will be left with loving, happy, healing memories. Know you will remain in my prayers through it all.
Sincerely,
Ed and Dorris Counce

Kari Harbison

March 30, 2015

Cherishing memories of JJ from college days at Trinity. Sending love to Joy and the boys.

Rossana Barrios

March 30, 2015

J.J. truly touched the lives of so many. To meet him was to know him. He truly was an exceptional man! My deepest condolences to all of his family. "For great is your love toward me; you have delivered me from the depths, from the realm of the dead." (Psalm 86:13)

Kelly Dobbins, Galaxy Cafe

March 30, 2015

My deepest condolences to the Baskin family. JJ was a delight to see every day at work -- always friendly and always shining with updates about his kids. He will be missed a lot.

March 29, 2015

Much love to all of the Baskins--and a full
heart for your loss. JJ was the best of the
best--and I know he'll be with us all always.
Shelby
Many hugs to all.
Shelby

Judy Reed

March 28, 2015

Dear Joy, Christy told me about JJ. Please know you and your boys are in my prayers. May God give you HIS comfort at this time. Sending a hug your way.
Love

Lisa Howell

March 28, 2015

Thank you, JJ, for giving so much of yourself to leave the world a better place. Knowing your boys will most likely grow up to be just like you is comforting and exciting because you truly were such an incredible and unique individual, the world should not have just one.

Judy Ferguson

March 28, 2015

Joy and all the family, I have such wonderful memories of being in meetings of Mission Presbytery's Committee on Preparation. JJ always made them lively! We shared a lovely evening in your home that I will always treasure. He will be missed by so many. In Christ's love, Judy Ferguson

Michlene Barnes Herrick

March 28, 2015

We have known each other since we were 7 years old. From the first grade through graduation at Trinity. He has always been part of the world I grew up in. It is so hard to believe that he is gone. A real force of nature that will be sorely missed by so many...including this girl from Midland.
-Michlene Barnes Herrick

Lucretia Murphy

March 28, 2015

Such a loss, but your light will shine for all time!

patricia fraga

March 27, 2015

My deepest and heartfelt sorrow for the Baskin family loss. JJ was a force that will stand the test of time. He and I met in 2001 when I was beginning my career at the Austin Public Library and he was my champion for the work we needed to do to bring awareness to the Public Library System in Austin, TX. He was my champion and my guide and all around amazing person. It is with great sadness that I write this. JJ I know you will do great things in your next realm. Peace be with you. Love Tricia Fraga

Michelle Breyer

March 27, 2015

Such a loss! He did so much for so many!

Katherine & Jim Ray

March 27, 2015

Our most heartfelt sympathy and prayers go out to JJ's family, extended family, and thousands of friends. May God give you strength, peace, and comfort in all the days ahead.

March 27, 2015

We will always love you, JJ. Go with God.

Whitney Milam and Family

Megan Laibovitz Rothwell

March 27, 2015

The Baskin family is in our thoughts and prayers.

March 27, 2015

I will always remember JJ for his incredible sense of humor, his love of baseball and his family, and his strength and courage while fighting the fight. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Clear eyes. Full heart. Can't lose.

March 27, 2015

Joy, Ben & Judge,
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the passing of your Beloved Husband and Devoted Father. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Laura & Julian Acevedo

Kara Powers

March 27, 2015

Prayers for Joy, Ben, Judge and the entire extended Baskin family. My heart goes out to you all. I am praying for peace and strength for each of you. JJ will be missed by many, but none as much as Joy and the boys. God bless you all.

Wanda Sewell

March 27, 2015

Joan and Family, Ken and I send our sincere condolences for your loss. May the good Lord wrap you in His loving arms and comfort you at this time.

Legacy Remembers

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March 26, 2015

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3:30 p.m.

Covenant Presbyterian Church

3003 Northland Drive, Austin, TX

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