Richard Jefferson, Jr.

God rest your soul Ricky.

My sincere condolences to the family of Richard Murphy Jefferson JR. I knew his father "Jeff", stepmother Mattye, brother Richard Lester Jefferson and Uncle Phillip well. Richard JR looks just like his father and from what I read had his father style of dress. He was a member of my dad's church Mt.Vernon Missionary Baptist Church as well. My sincere condolences to his children and those who loved him.

My condolences and prayers to the family and friends. Rick you are truly missed. That golden smile lit up the night. U will always always be dear to my heart. Love u always.

Rick was a very thoughtful person. I enjoyed working with him. He always made sure us ladies in the office got what we needed. Thank you for being a caring and giving person. You will be truly missed. May you rest in peace. My prayers are with Rick Jefferson's family. Erica Johnson- COJ-Solid Waste Division

Rick was a good person, kind and very caring man you will be missed, God Bless. Sister Muff

Rick will be missed he was such a good person, God bless him

Sending our deepest condolences, love and continued prayers for the loss of your brother and son. If we could, we would take away all of your sorrow. May God bless you always. Lisa Damron/Tom Trusty

Rick was a great man of God. His attitude was always in Good Cheer! His smile lit up the room and conversation. i will miss just talking to him! Rest my brother rest!

Sis. Bertha Richardson, Greater Mount Vernon Missionary Baptist Church member. 🖤

To the family and friends of Rick Jefferson, we share in your loss. We are already missing Rick. We' missed him from church a month or so back too. We echo your sentiments, Rick was a good person, and was very open with his kindness! He would provide a cooler with various drinks in it, for the members that came to the church parking lot at the beginning of the Pandemic, when Greater Mount Vernon made the decision to have church OUTSIDE, being unable to worship in person in our church for safety reasons. Rick continued to do this over the past 4 years, even when we went back to in-person worship. Maybe it began before 2020, but that's when I became aware of who was providing the drinks, at no charge, and would not allow donations either! He loved his church, and that was only one act of kindness! There were so many, because he was a shining example of Christian love and respect, by giving of himself as only a Christian soldier could. He loved Pastor Kelly Edward Brown, Jr., that ran on a little ahead of Rick. Oh, what a time they must be having now right now with the Lord our Savior! Rick would also speak of his Mother, and let us know when she was coming to town, (she and I worked as nurses back in the days of old). Sis. Jefferson, you raised a very good man. We thank God for knowing and loving you and your son. Matthew 5:4: "Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted".

Brandon and Carla, we extend our deepest condolences to the Jefferson family in their loss of Richard Jefferson. May each find comfort in knowing that a better day is coming. Lean and rest on Jesus during these moments of griefs. Isaiah and Lorraine Ashe and Family. Madison, Alabama.

Rick was a good friend, with a warm smile he was there when I lost my closest family members to offer a helping hand, we will miss you , and to the family you have my deepest condolences and support, our heart goes out to you in this time of Sorrow. you are in our thought and prayers, Chris and Anita Riley.

Rick you were truly a good person with a good heart. You were there for my family when our mother passed away and we really appreciated you. May god bless you and your family. Rest in peace. Gail Cole

Richard "Rickey" M. Jefferson, Jr. was my best friend and neighbor as we grew up in the neighborhood of Harbor View in Northwest Jacksonville. I remember when his father, the late JSO Richard "Jeff" M. Jefferson, Sr., brought Rickey from California to live in Jacksonville. Richard and I would dress up to go to various churches to see the "pretty church girls." We played Pop Warner football at Forest View and on Fridays and Saturdays we played basketball at Soutel Park. We attended Ocean Way 7th Grade Center, Ribault Jr. High and Ribault Sr. HS together. After becoming adults, we stayed in touch as I represented his family and co-workers at the Jax Solid Waste division. Occasionally, we would watch sports together, eat burgers, wings and fires and drink beer. Richard was a very kind-hearted and most "Loyal" friend who was like a brother. I am deeply saddened about the loss of my Brother Rickey. Rickey, rest in peace in Heaven and you know that a Love You My Brother. Reginald Luster.

Rick, thank you for always being thoughtful and kindhearted to your co-workers. You will be truly missed.

To the family - you're in our thoughts and prayers.

Anina Guyton - COJ- Office of General Counsel

Ric you will truly be missed. Your smile and laughter would make others smile and laugh. Prayers to the family.

Rick was a kind, gentle, and caring man, with a warm smile and a heart of gold. He was always willing to listen, offer a helping hand, lend his expertise, or share his witty sense of humor in any situation. Knowing Rick made life abundantly richer.

Sincerest condolences to Rick's family members. Cherish the memories...60 years of love, now eternal in God's presence. Richard M. Jefferson, Jr. was a good man, he will be a greater angel.

Denise Pritchett Jax Solid Waste Division

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.