Herman Jones Jr.

“Butch”

Herman Jones Jr, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, October 4, 2024 after a courageous battle with cancer. His loving wife, Maryanne was by his side. Herman was born in Seattle, Washington on June 1, 1955. He was the first son born to Herman and Gwendolyn Jones.

Herman grew up in the Central Area. He attended T.T. Minor Elementary, Meany Jr. High School and Garfield High School. He was a graduate of the Class of 1973. While at Garfield, Herman played on the GHS Football Team, member of Mens Club and a proud member of the first Garfield 100 Marching Band. Herman was a member of First A.M.E. Church and actively participated in Youth Activities.

Herman always had a big smile and a mischievous twinkle in his eyes. He was also known as “Smiley”. Growing up in the Central Area, Herman was an active member of the community. While attending Meany Jr. High, Herman organized the school’s first “Black Student Union”. In 1971, he served as the Legislative Page to State Legislature Representative Michael K. Ross in Olympia, WA.

As a young boy Herman loved playing football, basketball and baseball. He played for CAYA (Central Area Youth Association). After high school graduation, his love of sports lead him to coach Central Area youth in football and baseball. He always remembered the significant impact his coaches played in his life as a young boy and he was committed to giving back to other young men and his community. Herman coached for Rainier Little League Football. It was during this time that Herman earned the nickname of “Coach”.

Herman retired from Boeing after a 38 year career. After retiring Herman enjoyed spending time with his growing family (especially role of “Grandpa”).

Herman and Maryanne were life long friends for 26 years. Their friendship blossomed into love. They were married on September 15, 2012. He and MaryAnn also enjoyed fishing, traveling and spoiling their grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Herman deeply loved this family. Herman Jones Jr. was named after his father, Herman. Herman Jr. was given the nickname of “Butch” by his loving Mother. His family and close family members always called him by this name.

Herman was preceded in death by his parents, and sister Kathy.

Herman was a beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle and friend. Herman leaves to cherish his memory; his dear wife Mary Ann; daughters Nicole and Tywana (Kenneth Jr.) Green, son, Greg Berry. Sisters Shirley and Lynda. Brother Clyde (Mary). Seven grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, great nieces & nephews, cousins and loving life long friends.

The Family of Herman Jones Jr. would like to thank you for your prayers during Herman’s illness and the outpouring of love and support after his passing.

A special “Thank You” from Maryanne to Gwendolyn Clemens Jones (Herman’s beloved Mother):

Thank you for giving me an angel!

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Fill not your heart with pain and sorrow,

but remember me in every tomorrow.

Remember the joy, the laughter, the smiles,

I've only gone to rest a little while.

Although my leaving causes pain and grief,

my going has eased my hurt and given me relief.

So dry your eyes and remember me

not as I am now, but as I use to be.

Because I will remember you all and look on with a smile,

Understand, in your hearts, I've only gone to rest a little while.

As long as I have the love of each of you,

I can live my life in the hearts of all of you.