Born Lillie M. Jones on April 23, 1951, daughter of the Ozbell and John Jones, Sr. I was educated in the Baltimore City School system and attended Baltimore City Community College. I worked for the racetrack, Baltimore City Wage Commission and John Hopkins. Leaving to remember me are; my four precious gems; La-Shawn, my emerald, Brenda, my diamand, Eltonio, my ruby and Elmer, my sapphire; ten grandchildren, El-Shawna, Kevin Jr., Eltonya, Teshawnda, Eltonio Jr., Elvondo, Michael Jr., Lilique, Lanise and Lanae; two-great-grandsons, Charles and Noah; brother, John Jr.; sister, Jacqueline; lovely daughter-in-law, Monique; two friend sisters, Madeline and Linda; five nieces, three nephews; a host of family and friends.