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Selwyn Jones Obituary
September 25, 1921 - November 29, 2014
Our friend Selwyn Jones passed away in the early morning of November 29, 2014 at the age of 93. From his humble beginnings as an East Texas farm boy, he became an artist, an educator, a political activist, and a World War II veteran. A dedicated atheist, he was happiest when arguing leftist politics with anyone who would dare take him on. He was a regular attendee of the San Francisco Opera, Symphony and Ballet for over 50 years. He was a world traveler who loved France and Italy, but who called the Bay Area home for 60 years. Above all, he was a friend to many of us who now mourn his passing. A celebration of Selwyn's life will be held in January. For information, please contact Jenn McAleer at [email protected]. Anyone wishing to remember Selwyn with a donation, please consider giving to Openhouse, 1800 Market Street, PMB 93, San Francisco, CA 94102. Openhouse provides an array of outreach and support services to LGBT Seniors.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Melissa Grimes
October 11, 2020
Selwyn was my second cousin; my mother's first cousin. They were born one day apart. They were close as adolescents. Any friends of his who would like to contact his extended family may do so through me.
Will miss U
December 25, 2014
Suzie and Rudolf Jeltsch
December 25, 2014
We send our deepest condolences to Selwyn's family and friends.
He was a great and supportive friend to us over the years! Saddened to find out that he's gone. R.I.P. dear Selwyn
Jim (foreground) & partner Scott
Dr. James A. Metcalf
December 13, 2014
I talked to Selwyn mid-November after reading his book. I had planned to visit next month to reminisce with him and suggest a few corrections for his second printing. When I tried to call and got a message that his phone had been disconnected I feared the worst and called the police. They checked on him and called with the sad news. We had been friends since the early 50s when he and Randy lived in Houston. I'm saddened by his passing, but more disappointed in not getting to visit and talk more about his book.
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December 9, 2014
December 9, 2014
December 9, 2014
Details of a Celebration of Life here!
December 9, 2014
December 7, 2014
My deepest sympathy to the family. May the God of loyal love comfort the family during your time of sorrow. Psalms 119:76
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