NORFOLK, Va. — Hundreds gathered Wednesday at Christ and St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Norfolk to honor the life and legacy of Judge Jerrauld C. Jones — a man remembered not only for his historic accomplishments, but also for his compassion and dedication to his community.

Norfolk Councilman JP Paige recalled how Jones changed the course of his life.

“No idea that I’d be in the place today, going [to] him to represent me,” Paige said. “Because I had gotten in a physical altercation.”

At the time, Jones was an attorney and represented Paige.

“Taking time to tell her away with young person, what needed to be said has always stuck out with me. He's always been compassionate. He's always cared about others,” Paige said.

Jones passed away on May 31. He was 70 years old.

He leaves behind

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