Our darling has gone to the angels above; Where there's nothing but A Celebration of Life happiness, joy and love. Gone from this world, so full of strife; Back to the God who gave her life. But rejoice that God chose Brishell Tashé Jones our sweet flower for His own; And has taken her back to His Heavenly home. “Bri” December 23, 1993 – March 30, 2010

PALLBEARERS Friends and Family

Acknowledgement

The Family wishes to acknowledge with deep appreciation the many expressions of love, concern and kindness shown to them during their time of sorrow. May God Bless and Keep You.

The Family

Please join the Family for repast at Hogates Restaurant Canaan Baptist Church 800 Water Street, SW 1607 Monroe Street, NW Washington, DC Washington, DC 20010 April 8, 2010 Mortuary Services provided by Marshall Funeral Home 11:00 am Suitland, Maryland Order of Service April 8, 2010 Poems From Friends Deacon David Kelly Officiating My Dear Friend Just sitting here thinking about you and I Piano Prelude…………………………...Brother Joseph Martin Never thought I would have to say goodbye You’re my sister till the end Opening Hymn……...... Hilda J. Woodward Memorial Choir Most people didn’t understand, but it didn’t matter Cause we knew we had each other You were that kind of friend Scripture Reading God said He needed an angel with a smile that would Old Testament…...... Psalm 30:1-5 brighten the day New Testament……...... 2 Cor. 1:3-7 So he sent the angel’s wings your way I will always miss you my dear friend Prayer or Consolation……………….………..Deacon Roma Gray You took your wings and flew away Thank God, I’ll see you another day Love, your friend Breá Williams Selection……………………...... …… Amanda Reddick Life After Death I never thought you would leave me this soon Tributes and Remarks (Please limit to 2 minutes per person) I see your face when I look at the moon You never thought of just yourself Whatever you had you’d share the wealth Acknowledgements and The things we shared I can’t describe Condolences ………………………………..……Joyce Howard All I know is when I was with you I felt alive It’s hard not knowing what to do Selection……………...... ……Hilda J. Woodward Memorial Choir But I’m glad God is taking care of you In my heart you left an empty space I’m okay because you’re in a better place Silent Reading Ivan Ferrell, Jr. of Obituary …………………….”Jesus Loves the Little Children” Always with Me No matter what you’re always with me Eulogy…………………...... Rev. Larry Owens, Jr., Pastor I hear your laughter when I’m sleeping and its like you left me breathing You were more than just a friend to me, more than just a common name The love you gave and the care you showed is making me feel pain Benediction and Committal……………...... Rev. Owens I don’t know how to say this. It can’t be put into words but at least you’re in a better place – flying with the birds Recessional………………….Hilda J. Woodward Memorial Choir Brishell you were my superwoman, keeping me smooth and calm “I’ll Fly Away” See you soon beautiful woman Later on when my life is done -- Rashad Hardy Interment and Conclusion of Services……….Ft. Lincoln Cemetery Brentwood, Maryland Obituary

Brishell (“Bri”) Tashé Jones was born on December 23, 1993, in Washington, DC, an early Christmas gift to Nardyne Avé Jefferies and Lennox “LJ” Jones. Bri was Nardyne’s The Sweetest Thing in the World only child, and the eighth child born to LJ.

There are brooks, streams and plenty of dreams to see and have but the Bri began her education in a Christian school in Washington, DC, and continued most of her education in area Catholic schools. During the last school year, Bri was home sweetest thing in the world is my little girl. She is such a ray of schooled, excelling in all areas of study, and was on track to complete her high school sunshine to see with a smile that will light up the darkest room studies almost a year early. Passionate about cooking and creating new recipes and dishes, Bri had already been accepted into Le Cordon Bleu culinary arts program where she If I am down feeling despair and gloom, guess who’s little arms planned to pursue her dream of becoming a chef. wrapped around my neck pick me up so high I forget all about feeling Brishell often spent summers in her father’s native Trinidad, where she enjoyed time so low. with her grandparents and siblings. It was through these visits that she learned much about Trinidad's customs, and was particularly enthusiastic about the annual Carnival There are all types of love – this is true. The love of a man loving you, celebration. This spring, Bri looked forward to participating in Baltimore's upcoming a stray dog you bring in who loves you to no end, a best friend loving Carnival as a member of the Pan Master Steel Band. you since the third grade, the way you love chocolate or the way you love that beautiful strand of pearls, but I tell you there is nothing as Some of Bri's favorite times were those spent doing "mother-daughter" activities. One of the things her mother most looked forward to was the expert manicure and pedicure she sweet as the unconditional love given to me by my little girl. could always count on Bri to provide; she had all the right tools and knew how to use them! Always the "girly-girl", Bri loved butterflies, "Hello Kitty" – and more than Every little thing I do for her is not little in her eyes at all. If my anything, she loved her trademark lip gloss! money is not quite right, that is just fine for her. She opens her little purse and says “Mommy, you can have my money if you need it.” Brishell was selfless and compassionate, and even at her young age, she was often the voice of reason to her friends. She will always be remembered for providing a listening ear, a comforting hug, and young pearls of wisdom. If I never reach all of my goals, if I never accomplish another grand task, I have accomplished the best one yet. In God’s infinite wisdom, He called Brishell home to become one of His angels on March 30, 2010. She leaves to mourn her passing her devoted parents, Nardyne Jefferies and Lennox Jones; maternal grandparents, Linda and Harold Jefferies of Upper I have the sweetest thing in the whole wide world. I have my little Marlboro, MD, and Patricia Jefferies of Washington, DC; paternal grandparents, girl. Sumintra and Oneill Williams of Arima, Trinidad; siblings Michelle, Trevor, Avian, Dion, Kadine, KerryAnne, Risha and Lydia Jones; aunts D’Mara Jefferies, and Cynthia and Sheila Jones; uncles Frankie, Joseph, Leroy, Richard, Albert and Mikey Jones; Godmother My sweet girl, you will always be the light in my heart and the love of Kim Burch; Godfather Winfred Jefferies; Best Friends Forever Derricka McCray and my life. Rashauna Brown; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Mommy "Beautiful and graceful, varied and enchanting, small but approachable, butterflies lead you to the sunny side of life." Author Unknown

Brishell, thank you for being our beautiful Butterfly.