Brian N. Jones

Brian Nelson Jones, born April 17, 1942 to John Randolph and Adele Edge Jones in Jersey City, NJ Survived by wife Deborah, daughters Meredith Feschyn (Paul), Caroline Fineberg (David), Deborah Davidson (Will), son Benedict, granddaughters Lauren and Abigail Fineberg, grandsons Adam Fineberg, Victor Feschyn, Brian and Baby Boy Davidson (arriving soon), two sisters Adele Calcavecchio (Bill Clare) and Pamela Edge. He also is survived by three nephews, two nieces and their children in addition his sisters in law, Julie Rothuizen, Brenda Kiessling M.D., and brothers in law, Peter Kiessling M.D. and Douglas Kiessling O.D. He is preceded in death by his parents and brother Randy Jones, sisters Eileen Considine and Judith Jones, his beloved son Brian Jones Jr., and grandson Joshua Fineberg. Brian Jones graduated from St. Benedict’s Preparatory School, Newark, NJ (proud editor of the school newspaper & debate team member) and St. Anselm College, Manchester, NH, where he studied for the priesthood for five years (and where stories of him always bring a smile). After being called to a family life, he worked at the Wistar Institute at University of Pennsylvania Medical Center and then studied law at Indiana University, Bloomington, where he and his wife met and married. Following a life-long passion and expertise with antique & classic cars, he became a licensed auctioneer and chronicled their sales at collector car auctions around the country, publishing the very first ‘price report’ of the market called “Car Values.” He served as the official appraiser for the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum, Auburn Cord Duesenberg Museum, and Peterson Automotive Museum (among others), in addition to the most notable private collections in the world. He was always proud to have attended the Auburn Auction & Barrett-Jackson for 40 consecutive years. His favorite car was a Cadillac, specifically any Cadillac Limousine, the kind of car his father transported the family in growing up. The son of a symphony orchestra conductor (Jersey City Philharmonic), his love of classical & big band music had him teaching his kids the likes of Bing Crosby, Benny Goodman, Glenn Miller, and Louis Armstrong. Famous for his red hair (just one), beautiful voice and sense of humor, Brian had a vivid imagination and undeniable charisma. Acts of service was his main language of love, which he showed by his extravagant generosity. He funneled that energy into supporting his children, who he truly believed could achieve anything. Each of us recalls his super-human feats, delivering us and our things to colleges and new homes around the country. He LOVED cooking a variety of recipes, and distributing that food with love to anyone who needed it (sometimes overnighting it directly to us). He was silly, goofy, and fun, always coming up with nicknames and songs about his children (even his old cars). He would call us on the phone to sing “Back Home Again In Indiana” each time he returned from a long trip. He was a technical and brilliant person, employing the use of cell phones and computers since the 1980’s. He was an interesting man and interested in many things, capable of speaking on almost any topic. His resolve was certain, and when he decided something it would happen, like when he quit smoking (cold turkey) after 40 years and never looked back. He was thoughtful towards others, and could remember the birthdays of every person he cared about without ever looking at a calendar. He was meticulous and methodical. He enjoyed working for himself, believed it was good to own your own business, and that you should always say thank you. He dedicated himself as a ‘lifelong servant of God’ and gave many hours to the Catholic Church, most recently as a member of St. Charles. His business and proximity to collectors allowed him to source and donate art, statues, and other religious artifacts to the Church throughout his life. Brian Jones was a true character, and left an impression on everyone he met. From his endless catalog of unique expressions, to his sharp humor and keen intellect, he was truly one-of-a-kind. His presence was always felt, and will always be missed. Thank you, Dad. We love you so much. A Mass of Christian burial will be held Wednesday July 8, 2020 at 11:00AM at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church with visitation from 10:00Am until the time of the Mass at 11:00AM. Kindly consider a contribution to defray the family's costs. https://www.gofundme.com/f/zqkp8d-laying-dad-to-rest?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=p_cf+share-flow-1

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Brian N. Jones

April 17, 1942 - July 4, 2020