January 4th, 2025, family, friends, colleagues, students and the community came together to celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Risé Dawn Jones.

The service was held at the Elgin Community College Art Center in the Blizzard Theatre.

Tributes were paid by word, song, dance and art.

Risé's generosity, love and joy for the community, and children of it could not be matched; as expressed by all

who attended and shared their stories.