Janeen Michelle Jones, 58, peacefully departed from this world on December 5th, 2024.

Born on February 11, 1966, in the vibrant Bronx, New York, she was the cherished

daughter of her late parents, Donald and Curleen Jones Sr.

Janeen's early years were spent on the sunny West Coast in Inglewood, California, where

she attended Bennet Kew Pre-School and Center Park Elementary School. Later, she and

her family, including her late brother Donald Jones Jr., returned to Englewood, New

Jersey, where she completed her education within the Englewood School system.

Throughout her youth, Janeen embraced life with enthusiasm and joy. She had a passion

for roller skating, often spending her weekends at Skate Key in the Bronx. The allure of

New York City's nightlife captivated her, and she frequently enjoyed the vibrant

atmosphere of renowned clubs like Roxy, Latin Quarters, and the Palladium. Janeen was

known for her extensive vocabulary and eloquent conversations, effortlessly engaging

with anyone around her. Her intellectual curiosity and depth of knowledge made her a

standout presence in any gathering—a true "research queen" who combined wisdom

with humility.

In essence, Janeen was intelligent, diligent, sociable, and kindhearted. She embodied the

qualities of an exceptional coworker and friend. Throughout her career, she dedicated

herself to various roles, including ten years at Lew Magram and eight years at Candler

Coffee, where she earned multiple awards for her outstanding service and dedication.

For the last 19 years, she thrived at Staples Inc., where her willingness to help others and

her unwavering positivity made her a beloved member of the team.

In her later years, Janeen became more private, channeling her creativity into various

crafts such as crocheting, nail art, and hair braiding. Her gifted hands turned every

project into something extraordinary. When she wasn’t crafting, Janeen cherished time

spent with her best friend, Angie Hylton, and her daughter, Nicole Hylton. Their

adventures included beach trips, shopping excursions, and family gatherings, where

Janeen delighted everyone with her signature ham or pot roast. She had a remarkable

ability to share stories that evoked smiles and laughter, reminding us of all of the fond

memories of our childhood.

Janeen is lovingly remembered by her aunts, Christine Ryland and Helene DeFares; her

cousins, Anita Crawford, Cathy Hoyle, Olden Hoyle, Joe Hoyle Sr., Winora Hoyle, Lashun

Hoyle, Shirlene Hopson, and Renee Bartee; her nieces, Kyra Hoyle, DeAnna Bradford,

Trelusia Thomas, Madison Hoyle, Ashley Jones, and Lakisha Hoyle; and her nephews,

Joe Hoyle Jr., Rayshon Hoyle, Jeffrey Briddell, Cort Hopson, Taylor Adams, Andrew

Jones, Jalen Hoyle, and Edmond Hopson.

Today, we gather to celebrate the vibrant life of Janeen Jones. Though she was taken

from us far too soon, her spirit will forever live on in the cherished memories we hold

dear in our hearts.