Kenneth E. Jones Jr.(Tanky), age 35,  of Dayton, Ohio was born November 28, 1989, in Dayton Ohio was born to Kenneth E. Jones Sr. (Jack)and Dorothea D. Jones.  He departed this life unexpectedly on Wednesday, February 25, 2025. 

Tanky attended the Dayton Public Schools was loyal and loving spirit. He was inviting and loved by everyone.  He enjoyed watching and playing basketball, gathering with his family / friends and listening to music. 

He was preceded in death by his daughter Sonni, grandmother Pearlina Jennings and grandparents. 

Tanky leaves to cherish memories and carry on his legacy to his Father, Kenneth E. Jones Sr., his Mother, Dorothea D. Jones, 2  Sons,  Kenneth E. Jones III,  Karter Lee Jones.  3 Daughters,  Sonay Jones, Shamaria Starks, Kennidi Jones. 4 Brothers, Keith Jones, Kenyon Jones, Kendall Jones, Keontay Jones. The one and only loving Sister, Kenyetta Jones. Host of Nieces and Nephews Special Nieces Mikaja Robinson( Pug). Special Nephew Keith Jones Jr. (Fatty), Special Cousin  Brian ( Big B) whom they shared special bonds. Additionally, he had the joy of bonus brothers, Michael, Nelson, Jamerson, Allen, Benny.  A History of cousins that he loved dearly and host of family and friends.