Dereck D. Jones

1978 - 2019

Dereck D. Jones obituary, 1978-2019, Maringouin, LA

BORN

1978

DIED

2019

FUNERAL HOME

A. Wesley's Funeral Home

10810 Ventress Dr

Maringouin, Louisiana

Dereck Jones Obituary

On Wednesday, November 06, 2019, Dereck D. Jones, a loving son and brother, passed away at the age of 41. Dereck was born on March 24, 1978 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to Pamela Jones Gibson and Grant Gibson Sr. Dereck had a passion for writing music. He was also known for his compassionate, giving spirit. Dereck was preceded in death by his father Grant Gibson Sr. He is survived by his mother Pamela Gibson, Grandmother Lillie Mae McGuffey-Taylor, seven siblings: Taj, Jabor, Nicole, Latrina, Shenitha, Grant Jr., Martinea and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews. Visitation Friday November 15, 2019 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm at A Wesley Funeral Home 10810 Ventress Dr Maringouin, La 70757. Visitation Saturday, November 16, 2019 at 8:00 am until Funeral Service at 10:00 am at Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church 9700 Scenic Highway Baton Rouge, La. Interment in Hilleryville Cemetery Darrow, La. Professional Services entrusted to A Wesley Funeral Home of Maringouin

Published by The Advocate from Nov. 13 to Nov. 16, 2019.
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Extending our heartfelt condolences to the Family of Mr. Dereck D. Jones. Praying for peace to bring each of you comfort, courage to face the days ahead, and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.

Ginger F. Smith & Family

November 16, 2019

A. Wesley's Funeral Home and Staff extend our condolences and are keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Jackie Wesley
Funeral Director

November 16, 2019

Dear Pam and family, May God grant you all strength to go through this place. Remember to rest and to hold onto each other as God always intended family to do. I love you and I am so sorry that you have to go through the experience. I know that God will help you. For sure.

Joann Thomas

November 15, 2019

He is now resting in peace. Sending condolences to the family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Mary Nero

November 15, 2019

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Nov

15

Visitation

5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

A. Wesley's Funeral Home

10810 Ventress Dr, Maringouin, LA 70757

Nov

16

Visitation

8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church

9700 Scenic Highway, Baton Rouge, LA

Nov

16

Funeral service

10:00 a.m.

Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church

9700 Scenic Highway, Baton Rouge, LA

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A. Wesley's Funeral Home

10810 Ventress Dr, Maringouin, LA 70757

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