It is very sad news that the son of boxing great and former multiple weight world champion Roy Jones has committed suicide. Understandably devastated by what had happened, Jones took to social media yesterday to take his own life. The tragic incident occurred on Saturday (June 22nd).
“Unfortunately, my son DeAndre took his own life on Saturday,” the all-time great wrote. “I am so grateful to God for allowing me to come home on Friday night and spend my son's final night of life with my family. I know many are going through hardship right now, but taking your own life is not worth it. It is God who gives life and it is God who takes life. Please respect our privacy as my family and I process this loss. Thank you for all your love and support.”
Seriously, there is nothing I can write or say here other than this news is absolutely awful. DeAndre, 30, was Jones' youngest child and Roy's third child — third son. I can't imagine what Jones and his wife and two sons are going through right now, but the former champion showed true courage in posting this horrible news to the world.
The 55-year-old Jones has faced and overcome many obstacles in the boxing ring, but this is likely the biggest blow of his life. At the height of his career, Jones was a truly special fighter and one of the most popular and respected former champions, so millions will be heartbroken to hear the tragic news of Jones' passing.
All we can do is offer our deepest condolences to Roy and his family at this sad time.
