Vigil held for Chris Jones, slain student, in East Oakland

Published on Sunday, January 09, 2011
Last updated on 03:48PM, Sunday, January 9, 2011
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A vigil for 17 year old Chris Jones was held on Friday, January 7, in East Oakland. Jones was gunned down in the driveway of his home while putting his niece in a car seat by unknown assailants. Police believe it is a case of "mistaken identity." Jones was remembered as a bright spot in the lives of all he encountered. Vigil attendees, many who have been involved in violence.

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UPCOMING SERVICES

  • Sunday, Jan. 9: A musical celebration in honor Chris Jones. 6 p.m. at Seventh Avenue Baptist Church, 1740 Seventh Ave., Oakland.
  • Monday, Jan. 10: 11 a.m. funeral service, St. John Missionary Baptist Church, 1909 Market St., Oakland.
  • The family requests memorial donations be sent to Xperience Ministries Inc., P.O. Box 262, Oakland, CA 94604.

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