Willie Jones

Willie Jones was born on February 21, 1952, in Harlem, NY, and passed away peacefully on March 21,2025 leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication, and kindness.

Willie was preceded in death by his beloved mother, Albertha Jones. He is survived by his five sisters, his devoted daughter, and his loving fiancé, Cynthia Dixon, with whom he shared a beautiful life since 2000. He also leaves behind his stepdaughter, Felicia Dixon; stepsons, Joe Dixon and Anthony Owens; and cherished step-grandchildren, Shanya, Telayja, Madisyn, Jeremih, TyAire, Taliyah, Mason, Makenzie, and Jaelen.

Willie spent most of his adult life in the Bronx, where he built a fulfilling career with FJC Security. Through hard work and dedication, he rose from an entry-level security guard to a respected supervisor before retiring in March 2021. Beyond his professional life, he was known for his love of basketball, music, and staying informed by watching the news. Those who knew Willie will remember him as a loving, caring, understanding, and patient man who touched the lives of many.

Visitation is Wednesday, April 2, 2025 from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM at Riotto Funeral Home & Cremation Company. (For GPS navigation it is best to use our parking lot address: 14 Stagg Street).  Interment will follow at Arlington Cemetery, 748 Schuyler Ave. Kearny, NJ.  

It’s hard to believe that you are gone, not able to hear your voice or feel the warmth of your presence. keep remembering all the years you spent in my life—years you didn’t have to give, but you chose to, and I’ll never be able to fully express how much that means to me. From the moment you became part of my life, you weren’t just my stepdad; you were a father to me in every way that mattered. You helped raise me from the time I was 10, and you showed me what it meant to be loved, supported, and cared for. The way you stepped up, when you didn’t have to, is something I’ll never forget. You treated me like your own daughter and made me feel safe and valued every single day.

As I grew older and had children of my own, I watched you love them as if they were your own grandchildren. You embraced them with the same warmth and kindness that you gave to me, and I’ll be forever grateful for the love you shared with them. They may not fully understand the depth of your impact on our lives now, but I will make sure they know how incredible you were, and that you loved them with all your heart.

I will miss you more than words can say. It’s a deep ache that I carry with me, knowing I won’t see you again, but I find comfort in the memories we shared. I hold onto every laugh, every piece of advice, every moment you took to show us how much you cared. Thank you for everything you did for me, for my children, and for our family. Your legacy will live on in us, and we’ll never forget the way you made us feel so cared for and cherished. I hope you know how deeply you are missed, how much love you gave, and how much of an impact you had on our lives.

Rest in peace, Pop! You will always be in our hearts,

Love Always

Felicia, Jeremih, & Jaelen

I can hardly find the right words to express the deep pain I feel in my heart. It feels as though a part of me has been taken away, leaving an emptiness that nothing can fill. I keep thinking of all the moments we shared—the laughter, the late nights, and the way you would always know how to comfort me even when words weren't enough. Life now feels so different without you by my side. I want you to know that I will miss you more than I can ever truly say. I will miss the sound of your voice calling my name or saying I’m the love of your life, the warmth of your hand in mine, and the peace I felt knowing you were there. Every day will be harder without you, but I find comfort in the memories we created together. They are treasures I will carry with me forever.

I know that you would want me to keep going, to find strength in the love we shared, and I will try my best. But it's difficult, and it hurts, and there will always be a part of me that longs for you. Please know that my love for you has not ended. It will live on in my heart, always. You will never truly be gone from me, for I carry you with me in everything I do. And though I cannot see you, I will continue to talk to you in my quiet moments, sharing the thoughts and feelings that I wish I could still tell you in person.

Until we meet again, my love, know that you are deeply missed, always and forever.

With all my heart,

Cynthia