Record #: R2018-1156   
Type: Resolution Status: Adopted
Intro date: 10/31/2018 Current Controlling Legislative Body:
Final action: 10/31/2018
Title: Tribute to late Demetrist Desmond Jones
Sponsors: Brookins, Jr., Howard
Attachments: 1. R2018-1156.pdf
CELEBRATING THE HEAVENLY BIRTHDAY OF
MR. DEMETRIST DESMOND JONES


WHEREAS, on Thursday, August 9, 2018, Mr. Demetrist Desmond Jones was called home by his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, "Come for I have prepared a place specifically for thee, a mansion the size of two cities where your soul will find eternal rest. Before you step into your new home take a sharp right and look at the platinum bookshelf that I have filled with photographs of those lives that you have touched." Suddenly, tears streamed down the face of Mr. Demetrist Desmond Jones as his soul connected with Jesus Christ. His parents who preceded him in death stood by Heaven's Gate smiling and shouting, Glory Hallelujah Desmond will be home before his birthday of October 7th!

WHEREAS, everyone that knew Mr. Demetrist Desmond Jones appreciated his charming personality and genuine passion for the disadvantaged. He was one of my favorite constituent's, a noble man and a gentleman who served others above himself. Truly, Desmond exemplified every quality of a person created in the image and likeness of God. For this reason, and so many others it my hope that men everywhere young and mature will continue the great legacy of the incredible Mr. Demetrist Desmond Jones; and

WHEREAS, the scriptures states, "A good man steps are ordered by the Lord" Mr. Demetrist Desmond Jones fits the biblical description perfectly. He loved his wife, children, siblings and grandchildren immensely. Desmond spent countless hours praying and fasting for their well-being. Whenever he gave them advice it was freely given without complaint. He was the type of man that would allow people to be themselves in his presence no matter their state of mind or current condition. That's why many stand here today in celebration of his Heavenly Birthday because his love for people ran deep as a river and pure as the love of Jesus; and

WHEREAS, I, the Alderman of the 21st Ward, my staff and a well-respected and longtime business owner of my ward...

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