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Amiri Lanier Jones

Amiri Jones Obituary

Amiri Lanier Jones Amiri Lanier Jones, 31, who had worked for Fluidics Engineering Co. and PSEG Engineering Co. in Philadelphia, died Monday, Sept. 15, 2003. The service will be at noon EDT Saturday at Bethel AME Church, with burial at Culley's MeadowWood Memorial Park. Family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. EDT Friday at the chapel of Strong & Jones Funeral Home (224-2139). The Omega Psi Phi Fraternity service will be at 6:30 p.m. EDT Friday. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Amiri L. Jones Book Scholarship Fund at Bethel AME Church, 501 W. Orange Ave., Tallahassee, FL. Amiri, a serious student, graduated from Maclay School and subsequently Florida A&M University in the class of 1996, receiving a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering. He was a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Chi Omega Chapter. As a member of Bethel AME Church, he was a member of Class No. 50 and the YPDers. Those who celebrate and cherish the vibrant life of this very talented, gentle, family-oriented spirit include his loving parents, A. Lanier and Carolyn Jones, both of Tallahassee; two sisters, Janetta Jones of Tallahassee and Karen Tucker of Basel, Switzerland; a brother-in-law, Winselow Tucker of Basel; a nephew, Austin Jones; his grandfather, G.H. Jones of Orlando; four aunts, Cassandra Ndiforchu (and husband Fombe) of Los Angeles, Johnnie Mae Pembroke of San Francisco, Calif., and Alpha Gilmore and Catheryn Blasingame, both of Valdosta, Ga.; and many cousins, other relatives and friends.

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Published by Tallahassee Democrat on Sep. 18, 2003.

Memories and Condolences
for Amiri Jones

20 Entries

Samuel Augustus Jennings

June 1, 2025

Amiri's father Lanier and I graduated from Orlando's Jones High School in the Class of 1962.

Roland and Irene Gaines

September 23, 2003

To Carolyn and Family,

Roland and I would like to extend our deepest sympathy to you. We pray that God will give you strength during this difficult time. May you take comfort in the wonderful memories of your beloved son.

Soror Chanta M. Haywood

September 22, 2003

You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

Ruth Hobbs

September 22, 2003

Soror Carolyn,

I pray that you and yours are strengthened during this most difficult time.

carol croskey

September 22, 2003

Al, Carolyn, Karen and Janetta: I am glad I was able to share in the celebration of Amiri's life. Yes, he was "my boy" and I will miss. There are so many symbols in all that has occured since last Sunday and when we're all stronger, I will share them. It is true that God will be your very present help now! I also want Karen and Janetta to know that I sat where they sat on Saturday four years ago. I know that peace will come to you all, but it will take time. Take all of the time that you need and rely on others to support you in every way needed. Know that God loves you and I do too!

Sandy Gregg

September 20, 2003

Al, Carolyn and family,

Please know that I 'feel' your pain.

I will pray for you as you begin your journey without Amiri, your precious child.

May God be with you and hold you in his care today and always.

With deep sympathy.

Sandy Gregg,

Bethel AMEC

Lee Rich

September 19, 2003

Al, even though I wasn't fortunate enough to know your son, knowing he was a "chip off the ole block" he was a fine young man. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May pleasant memories and knowing that if God brings you to it, He will bring you through it help to ease your sorrow.

Delores Hudson

September 19, 2003

Al and Carolyn, I was so sorry to here about Amiri. He was such a pleasant young man. Since he has been back in town, he visited with my church school class one day and we enjoyed having him there. I am praying for you. Delores Hudson

Steve Rogers

September 19, 2003

Al and Carolyn,

No words can express the sorrow for your loss. With my on-going fight againist cancer, I have come much closer to God. So I know that God is there, that he cares, and I know that he will carry you through this toughest of times.

Please know that my prayers for you and your family are being heard. Keep the faith!

Earnest & Geraldine Johnson

September 19, 2003

Our prayers and thought are with you. Remember God is always with you in your darkest hours.

LaVerne Lamb

September 18, 2003

Soror Carolyn:

You and family are in our thoughts and prayers. We pray that you will find comfort in the Lord during this most difficult time.

Alonzo & Amanda Morman

September 18, 2003

And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

Philippians 4:7

Kathleen Wilson

September 18, 2003

I am so sorry for your loss of Amiri, such a kind and intelligent man. I graduated with him from Maclay, and will miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Soror Gwendolyn Durham

September 18, 2003

Please know that you and your family are in our prayers. Our deepest sympathy. The Durhams

Karen Bennett

September 18, 2003

Soror Carolyn,

Just a note to let you know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Remember to lean on God to carry you through this period and that God is still the source of hope in the face of unexpected grief.

"Blessed be the God and Father of the our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father o f mercies and God of all comfort" 2 Corinthians 1:3

J. Brown-Pruden

September 18, 2003

Our prayers and thoughts are with you. We understand that this past year has been very difficult for your family. Please remember that God has not forgotten you. Continue to hold on to God's unchanging hand.

Much love,

Mr.Pruden and Jamelle (Brown) Pruden (Mary Abner's granddaughter -Bethel AME Church, Tallahassee, FL); Atlanta, GA

Carver Spence

September 18, 2003

Our prayer's and thoughts are with you.

Spence Family - Carver, Pat & Anthony

Sylvester and Lynn Jones

September 18, 2003

God be with you.

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