Cecil J. Jones

Cecil J. Jones, age 70 of Lewis Center, Ohio, was born November 27, 1951 in Colquitte, Georgia, to the late Cecil Jones and Ruby L. (Wells) Jones. He was the fourth of eight children. In addition to his parents, Cecil was preceded in death by his brother David Jones, sister Rosemary Fambro, and brother Melvin Jones. He is survived by his wife Dr. Triphinia Jones, siblings Charles L. (Cecilia) Jones, George G. Jones III, George D. (Anita) Sturdivant and Sonja L. Sturdivant: a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends.

Born in Georgia and living a short time in Chicago, Illinois, Cecil spent most of his childhood growing up in Dayton, Ohio with immediate and extended family.

He attended Roosevelt High School in Dayton, Ohio where he was an exemplary student and was well rounded- playing organized basketball, football, tennis and ping pong, where he won several tournaments.

Cecil attended Ohio University in Athens, Ohio, where he made a tremendous impact. His life accomplishments include the following:

- Vice President, Learning Lead III Engineering Academy, JP Morgan Chase

- Vice President, Product Analyst CCB Controls, JP Morgan Chase

- Columnist, Black History, Current Themes, Business and Technology for Columbus African American News Journal

- Vice President, Global Emerging Technologies Learning, JP Morgan Chase

- Graduate Studies, The Ohio State University, College of Education, specializing in Technology and African American Education

- Professor, Ohio University, Otterbein, Wilberforce, Franklin and Capital Universities

- Instructor of the Year Award, Franklin University

- Professor to Professor Mentor Award, Franklin University

- Immediate Past Chairman, IMPACT Community Action Agency, impactca.org (moving our community from trainees to solid careers)

- Board Member, Black Professional Organizations

- Service Award, Black Professional Organizations

- Past President, Black Technology Columbus, www.bdpa.org

- National Board Member, www.bdpa.org, National Organization for Blacks in Technology

- Instructor, Progressive Leadership Academy, mentoring emerging Black Leaders via community service projects

- Founder, Past President, Ohio University Black Alumni Columbus Chapter

- Past Vice President, Alpha Phi Alpha Columbus Alumni Chapter

- Member of the Year Award, Alpha Phi Alpha

- Alpha Brother-to-Brother Award

- Alpha Leadership Spirit Award

- Past President, Success Networks of Black Businesses

- Past Technology Ministry, Second Baptist Church

- Volunteer, HOPE Program - Provide Optimism to Critical Care Patients, OSU Medical Center

- Chair of multiple community service boards

- Career Summary: Vice-President, Division CIO, Director at organizations including The Ohio State University, IBM, HP, L Brands, The Ohio State University, Cincinnati Bell, JP Morgan Chase

- Education Summary: MBA, Ohio University; PH.D studies, The Ohio State University; Bachelor, Mathematics & Computer Science, Ohio University; Master’s Certification in Project Management, Stanford University. Many management positions, Lean Technology, Lean Process Management, Project Management certifications.

He was a proud member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated, where he served in several positions over the years and received many accolades and awards.

Cecil, a dedicated man of the community, left an influential mark on everything that he touched. He was very active in the community and a role model to many. He lived to work and inspired others.

Cecil Jones’ Christian walk was evident in his daily life. He was an active member of Second Baptist Church which he loved and was a faithful servant and great leader. It is evident that Cecil gave his life and support to his community, family, church and God. He was loyal to his wife for what would have been 23 years as of yesterday, September 11, 2022. His outlook on life was most uplifting as he spoke so positively with genuine expressions inspiring all.

Others left to cherish his memory are his mother-in-law, Nellie Harris of Wilkesboro, NC, brother-in-law, Richard Harris, III of Wilkesboro, NC, sister-in-law, Valrapunzel Harris of Charlotte, NC and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

He will be missed by many.

His Lord Said Unto Him,

Well Done Thou Good And Faithful Servant: thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy Lord. – Matthew 25:21

In lieu of flowers please donate to:

Alpha Rho Lambda Education Foundation

175 S. Third Street, Suite 2

Columbus, Ohio 43215.