Dereck Jones, born in Louisiana always wanted to be someone when he was younger. He loved the fact that he could help others and that everyone could always count on him. He leaves behind his wife( Gena), his five children( Othal, Marcus, Shayla, Demetre, Jessica) and other family and friends. Dereck wanted to be known for how he could put a smile on someone’s face even when they think they don’t need it most.