May 4, 1947 - July 26, 2020
Roxbury, Massachusetts
To the Jones Family my heart cries out, “May our Lord Jesus Christ himself and God our Father, who loved us and gave everlasting comfort and good hope by means of underserved kindness, comfort your hearts and make you firm.” 2 Thessalonians 2:16, 17.
"Injustice often inflames passions, she will be remembered for her Passion." her love for humankind.
Gwendolyn Quezaire-Presutti NABS (National Association of Black Storytellers) member of Connecticut.
Posted by: Gwendolyn Quezaire-Presutti - East Hartford, CT - neighbor
Aug 24, 2020
As a 7 year old in 1964, I was not yet aware of the Civil Rights movement. I was, however, becoming very aware of the Vietnam War..... the dishonesty and hateful divisions among the American people, and what a horrible immediate future awaited me, in our immediate family. I was a little girl growing up, in a big world full of anger, hurt and hate - carefully observing the state of human relationships among Americans. It didn't look good.
Greater awareness came in high school. And then, college. And then, in my worklife, until retirement, just last year. This gifted me with the ability and time - to write forever.
So, to Mimi, about whose long life of love and service I learned today, God bless you in your legacy of meeting hate with acts of love - and an ever stronger solid resilience for overcoming your personal enemies. The haters still exist to this day. The living will remember your sacrifice and terror - and forever fight for you to live freely - the good fight - for all who live here, in America - no matter their color. May God guide me to those who respect Him, and are like-minded. My God bless you forever in heaven - and give you peace. Amen.
Posted by: Debra Lyndon Schmidt - Sierra Vista, AZ - friend
Aug 12, 2020
Mimi was a powerful woman and a most dynamic spirit. Her genuine love of people and her ability to open her heart and pull you in brought peace and comfort to all who knew her. We shed tears because we will miss her and miss how she made us feel - loved and accepted.
Posted by: Dr Lloyd Sheldon Johnson - Friend
Aug 06, 2020
Ms. Mimi Jones has always been a beacon of light and hope in our Roxbury community! She has been a stalwart supporter of the arts and performance community. May her legacy live on and may she rest in power.
Respectfully submitted,
Paul White, Jr.
Posted by: Paul White - Roxbury, MA - friend
Aug 05, 2020
To Mimi’s Family - when I met Mimi through Queen Mother Frances Pierce- I had not met anyone so genuinely warm and kind-hearted in my life. We just connected, though we were strangers at first. I always looked forward to seeing Mimi at Queen Mother’s gatherings, where we would catch-up and exchange a hug! I will always remember the warmth of her spirit!! Please accept my condolences.
Rev. A. Iona Smith Nze
Posted by: Rev. A. Iona Smith Nze - Bridgeport, CT - friend
Aug 03, 2020
We will be forever grateful for your love and contribution to the Roxbury Library, you partner with us and elevated the bar for us to serve well the community. Your partnership and guidance was my light in my work at the library. It was an honor to have worked with you. Rest in power! May God shower your family with many blessings and love
Posted by: Evelyn Arana - Boston, MA - coworker
Aug 01, 2020
Mimi was a true champion at all levels. She was an outstanding leader, mentor, activist/organizer and advocate for justice and equality for her beloved community. She was a true "sister" in the struggle to me and I feel a deep sense of loss that cannot be replaced. I know I speak also for those of the Boston Pan African Forum (BPAF) an organization to which she was sincerely dedicated since its founding. Be at peace, Mimi. Your life legacy is truly a great beacon of light to guide the actions to all of us who continue in the tradition of activism that you so powerfully inspired.
Posted by: Joyce Hope Scott - Newton, MA - friend
Jul 29, 2020
I had the pleasure to meet and work with Mimi for a short time years ago. I did not know anything about her heroic actions during the civil rights movement and what a fighter she was. I wish I had known. Nevertheless, her outstanding nature shone through her eyes and smile. Mimi was unforgettable and will have a place in my heart for as long as I live for all she did on behalf of humanity. Thank you, Mimi.
Posted by: yvonne lalyre - Coworker
Jul 29, 2020
It will always be a precious memory when Mimi walked me down the beach in St. Augustine and we finally touched the water--something she had been unable to do half a century before. Farewell, old friend. Thanks for having the courage when it was needed, and for telling the story, in person and on film, of "the splash heard round the world." Rest in Peace.
Posted by: David Nolan - St. Augustine, FL - friend
Jul 28, 2020
