Until the end of this past August, I lived in Dutchess County, NY for all but 10 years of my life. I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Jones on several occasions, mostly at charitable events and fundraisers. I also met him several times at the local deli, gas station, restaurants, and walking on the street where he lived in Pawling NY. He was a gentlemen’s gentleman — kind and polite and respectful to everyone.
I loved JEJ’s role in The Hunt For Red October!
JEJ appeared at our County Community College years ago to open a Joint City/College Library. I attended.