Roy Jones Jr. Releases Statement Following Son’s Suicide

June 24, 2024

Roy Jones, Jr. is confirming that his son DeAndre committed suicide on Saturday.

Jones, a member of the boxing hall of fame, released the following statement Monday afternoon:

“Unfortunately, my son DeAndre took his life on Saturday. I’m so thankful that God allowed me to come home Friday night to spend the last night of his life with me and the family. I know a lot of people are going through tough times right now, but nothing is worth taking your own life. God gives it and God should be the one to take it away. Please respect our privacy while my family and I process this loss. Thank you for the love and support.”

Authorities have not confirmed any details surrounding DeAndre Jones’ death.

Comments

16 Responses to “Roy Jones Jr. Releases Statement Following Son’s Suicide”

  1. Sheryl Franks on June 27th, 2024 2:27 am

    I ask you, Father God, for your precious Holy Spirit to comfort Roy Jones Jr. and his family during this time of loss. Thank you, Lord Jesus Christ, for being near the broken-hearted! In Jesus’ name, I pray! Amen!

  2. Shirley Scroggins on June 26th, 2024 11:27 pm

    My heart breaks for you and your family . I pray God gives each of you peace and love as only he can give . You and your family are in my prayers .

  3. Dee Hudson on June 26th, 2024 3:48 pm

    So sorry for your loss. On behalf of Cedartown, we are praying for you Roy.

  4. Captain Willard on June 25th, 2024 4:07 pm

    Matthew 6:21 “For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also” Godspeed to a Pensacola favorite son.

  5. Susan on June 25th, 2024 12:34 pm

    I am sorry for your loss Roy. No parent should have to bury a child.

  6. James on June 25th, 2024 12:10 pm

    J. W. Thompson here on Rocky Branch are so very sorry for your loss, sending

  7. Eric Dennis on June 25th, 2024 4:17 am

    We the CEO,s of PelaPcola Records here in Pensacola Florida are so very sorry Mr. Jones for you Loss of Awesome Son and we are praying for you and your wonderful family at this time. May he Rest in Heavenly Peace and Power

  8. Jay Savage on June 25th, 2024 1:44 am

    PRAYERS

  9. rodney on June 25th, 2024 1:04 am

    So sorry for your loss

  10. Johnny on June 24th, 2024 11:46 pm

    So sorry for y’all lost prayers for u Roy and ur family god blessed ur family

  11. Willis on June 24th, 2024 11:37 pm

    So sorry for your loss.
    May god see you and your family through this terrible time.

  12. Molino resident on June 24th, 2024 10:10 pm

    So sorry for your loss. I pray God will give you peace.

  13. JJ on June 24th, 2024 9:25 pm

    No words of wisdom can define your pain during this time. My grannson took his life just before his 21 birthday four years ago. A mans son told me his father took his life and its more of a brain disease than one can cope with. I pray for for your thoughts to be calm and noone is to judge or ble your son.

  14. Mike Honcho on June 24th, 2024 9:23 pm

    Mr Jones my deepest condolences. There are no words

  15. Blondell, Zita, Zarin on June 24th, 2024 7:35 pm

    Please embrace our sincere condolences. We are praying that the strength of God will uphold you Roy, and your entire family.

  16. Carol Glodowski on June 24th, 2024 7:12 pm

    I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my heart and thoughts.