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Obituary For Gerald Van Jones, Sr. M.D.
GERALD VAN JONES SR. M.D., a resident of Montgomery, AL., passed away November 14, 2023. Funeral Services will be held at Hutchinson Missionary Baptist Church, 860 East Grove Street on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Cameron Thomas officiating. Burial will follow in Alabama Heritage Cemetery. Public viewing will be held at Ross-Clayton Funeral Home on Monday, November 27, 2023 from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
Gerald Van Jones Sr. M.D., was born on May 25, 1958 in Ft. Campbell, Kentucky. The son of a career military father, Otis Jones and mother Sarah Hinkle Jones. After Gerald’s father retired from military service, the family moved back home to Montgomery, AL. Gerald’s amazing journey was filled with love, caring friendships, dedication, service with promises made and promises kept. God placed a Calling on Gerald’s life and he served it tirelessly until he was called home to be with the Lord. His life was filled with a host of accomplishments. He was the first African-American Nephrologist in the state of Alabama.
Early days of education, graduation from Sidney Lanier High School. A graduate of Auburn University at Montgomery with a B.S. degree in Physical Science (1980). Gerald went on to obtain his M.D. degree from University of Alabama School of Medicine (1984). After completing his internship and residency in Internal Medicine at the University of Tennessee College of Medicine in Memphis, Tennessee, he was accepted into a two year Nephrology Fellow Program and began his subspecialty training. Upon completion, he obtained a Research Fellow in Nephrology from University of Tennessee College of Medicine, Memphis, Tennessee. God sufficiently prepared Gerald to begin his life’s work, which would span 39 years in the practice of Medicine. Gerald’s career began in The Department of Emergency Medicine Regional Medical Center at Memphis, in Memphis, Tennessee, (1988).
Gerald returned home to Montgomery, Alabama and joined the medical practice of Renal Associates of Montgomery with Dr. William L. McGuffin Jr. Gerald was one of the founding partners of Renal Associates of Montgomery which included Drs. William L. McGuffin Jr., Robert Hoit, Gerald V. Jones Sr. and Melanie Halverson. These four double board certified Nephrologists along with staff worked tirelessly to make Renal Associates of Montgomery, a premier medical practice of kidney specialists in the state of Alabama. He was a partner at Renal Associates for thirty-three and one-half years. Gerald continued to work until his health required him to reluctantly retire in 2022.
Gerald was the recipient of many honors and served on various professional organizations, which include: Specialist in Clinical Hypertension, Medical Advisory Board for Alabama Organ Bank, Montgomery County Medical Society, American College of Physicians, American Society of Nephrology, Capital City Medical Society, Renal Physicians Association, American Society for Artificial Internal Organs, National Kidney Foundation Alabama Chapter, Scientific Committee, Past President National Kidney Foundation of Alabama and the International Society of Nephrology.
In addition to being a private practice partner at Renal Associates of Montgomery, Gerald cared and touched the lives of many from communities world-wide. Locally he was affiliated with Baptist Medical Center Downtown (closed), Baptist Medical Center South, Jackson Hospital, Lloyd Noland Long Term Care at Jackson, Baptist Medical Center East, Health South Rehabilitation Hospital, Edge Regional Hospital, Troy, Alabama, L.V. Stabler Memorial Hospital, Greenville, Alabama, consulting Nephrologist at V.A. Medical Center, Montgomery, Alabama, consulting Nephrologist Lister Hill Health Center, Montgomery, Alabama, Chairman Pharmacy and Therapeutic Committee, Montgomery Regional Medical Center, Clinical Instructor of Medicine-UAB Montgomery Internal Medicine Residency Program, and Medical Director FMC-Montgomery Dialysis Facility.
Some of Gerald’s Publications and Research included: 1. Jones, G.V., Wall, M., Williams, H.H., Sapir, G., and Cook, C.R: Modulation of plasma aldosterone concentration changes in extracellular (H+). 2. Jones, G.V., Wall B.M., Williams H.H., Presley, D. G., Sapir, D., Coo, C.R.: Modulation of Plasma Aldosterone by Physiological change in Hydrogen Ion Concentration. Am. J. Physiol. 262: R269R275, 1992. 3. Cooke, C. R., Wall, B.M., Jones, V., Presley, D.G., Shore, L. Reversible Vasopressin Deficiency in Severe Hypernatremia. American Journal Kidney Disease, Vol. 22, No. 1, 1993, pp 44-52. 4. Causes of Hyperchloremic Acidosis During Treatment of Diabetic Ketoacidosis (unpublished data). Barry M. Wall, M.D., Gerald V. Jones, M.D., Edith Kaminski, M.D., Joseph N. Fisher, M.D., Abbas E. Kitabchi, Ph.D., M.D., C. Robert Cooke, M.D.
Gerald’s finest role in life was the love he gave to his family. He was committed to touching the lives of all who knew him. He was never too busy to listen or for a conversation. Gerald was admired and respected, often serving as a mentor for others.
On November 14, 2023 at his home, God called Gerald and he answered the call. It was a beautiful and peaceful transition. He was preceded in death by his parents, Otis and Sarah Jones, his sister Renee’ B. Jones Temple, and brother Reginald V. Jones Sr. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife Janice, children Gabrielle, Garrett, Brandon, Van, and Keiven. Special granddaughter Keziah. Sisters Jacqueline Peterson, Michele Storrs and Wilma Walker. Brothers Carlton L. Jones, and Fred(Faye) Dickerson. Sister-in-laws Eloise Nearing, Edna Foxhall, Angela Wilson. Brother-in-law Cleveland Wilson. One Aunt, Shirley Walker. One Uncle, Willie James Walker Jr. He leaves a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Special family member Lorene Davis and family. The entire staff of Renal Associates of Montgomery. He will be missed by his family, friends, the patients he served and the community.
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He was such a gentle soul. During my tenure as a bedside nurse, I remember he was so kind and patient with his patients. I never saw him get upset and he always took time to explain what was going on with the patient so you fully understood the plan of care. He will be missed and was a great asset to the medical community. I see why we got along- he was a fellow Poet!!! Rest Well Dr. Jones- May God continue to cover your family during this time.
Janice I forgot to addd my name to the above message. Miss you friend! Sandy Engles
Janice I was saddened to hear of Gerald's passing. I was just thinking of you last week and all of our conversations in carpool line. Sending hugs and prayers to you and the boys. Praying for God to guide you and grant you peace in the difficult days ahead.
Mrs. Jones and Family, Lift your eyes to the hill...from there your help comes. A life well lived, a job well done, a stranger to none, a kind word and a smile made my visits to the office an anticipated trip. Thank God for sending him this way. His legacy speaks for itself. God Bless you and thank you for sharing him with us. Gloria Adams, Maxie Fleming of Tuskegee, AL
Our sympathy and condolences to the family. We Well continue to keep the family in our prayers.
To the family of Dr. Gerald Jones, please accept my sincere condolences to the entire family during your time of sorrow. Dr. Gerald Jones was an absolute class act to everyone who crossed his path and an exceptional physician. He left an extraordinary and amazing legacy behind. May God bless and be with each and everyone one of you.
Patrice Lynette Walker
To the Jones family my sincere heartfelt condolences. Dr.Jones was truly one of the best doctors. He was an amazing caring person who loved his patients dearly. I was his patient for many years, and must say he really helped me. I'm just so happy he lived to see me get my kidney. He was the glue that helped me stay focused. Thanks Dr Jones for hanging in there with me. All praises to THE MOST HIGH GOD for sending his patients a great doctor.
To The Jones family, I extend my deepest sympathy. Dr Jones was my Mother's Dr before she passed. A truly wonderful person, who was a remarkable Dr in a profession that he was born to do. His bedside manner was from HEAVEN, never to busy to sit, hold his patients hand and listen, I mean really listen to their concerns. Something Dr doesn't do these days. He will truly be missed. Thank God he passed this way, but now he must take his rest with Our Father My deepest Condolences. Gracie Roberts
Such a dedicated physician. He will truly be missed by patients and colleagues. My sincerest condolences to his family.. Rosetta Latimore and Family
So sorry to hear about Dr. Jones passing. He was my husband's doctor. A great bedside manner, very professional. Just a great man. Prayers to all of his family and friends. Rest In Peace Doctor Jones.
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Dr. Jones. He was a great person to work with and great doctor who will be missed dearly. Praying GOD will strengthen the family. RIH Melcinie Posey
RIH Doc🙏🏿❤️ James Dixon and Family
You have my deepest sympathy.Wishing you peace ,comfort and love at this time. Love the Moore family.
To my friend, you had a life well lived. Not only were you a GREAT doctor but you were so funny. I I will always remember you with a smile.
Our sincere condolences. The Mason Family
RIP Good Doctor!
Rest in peace Dr Jones. Your family will be in my prayers. Mary Bedgood
Rest in peace Dr.Jones, you will forever be my favorite Doctor
A Wonderful Soul has been called Home Dr you will Truly be Missed Rest in Peace. One of your Patients Bernice Rhodes
What an amazing man and physician. My condolences to your family. Rest well Dr.Jones.Joan McFadden,r.n.
Guess you're back to square one Janice. - Gabrielle Jones
Guess you're back to square one Janice.
Mrs Jones and family. I offer my sincere condolences on the loss of a wonderful person and brilliant physician. It was my absolute pleasure to share in the care of patients with him. There are so many people that you made such a positive impact on their lives. Rest in peace Beverly StoudemireHowlett MD
Jones family, My condolences. I was a patient of Dr.Jones for 28 years what a blessing he was in my life his bedside manner could never be taught in any medical school. He had a beautiful soul certainly one of a kind he treated each and everyone of us like dear friends. What a remarkable man in every way he will be missed beyond words. You're in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Will always remember his humor he was hilarious! Hope he knew how much will all adored him.Until we me again my wonderful friend & doctor! Nancy Jones
My brother peace.
Rest in peace.
Mrs Jones and family, may the Lord and His second coming comfort you during this chapter of your life. Dr Jones was my doctor and my friend. Rest in peace Doc. Dr Clemmie Palmer, III
REST IN HEAVENLY PEACE, DR GERALD JONES! EDITH GINWRIGHT-WASHINGTON, MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA
MRS JONES, I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. DR JONES WAS THE EPITOME OF ELEGANCE AND GRACE IN THE MEDICAL FIELD. I ALWAYS ENJOYED MAKING ROUNDS WITH DR GERALD JONES AT ST MARGARET'S HOSPITAL. HE WAS A GENTLE, KIND-HEARTED SOUL. DR JONES'S CARE FOR HIS PATIENTS WAS IMPECCABLE—MY SINCERE SYMPATHY TO YOU, MRS JONES, AND YOUR FAMILY. EDITH GINWRIGHT-WASHINGTON, MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA
What a amazing man and physician. My condolences to your family. Rest well Dr Jones.
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
