10/20/1990 – 10/24/2021
Kacie Delos Jones, 31, of Brockport, NY, became a free spirt on Sunday, October 24, 2021 after battling hard against ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, AKA Lou Gehrig’s Disease).
Kacie is survived by his parents, Kyle and Jaimi Jones and his younger brother Jesse Jones (Summer). In addition, his grandmothers on both sides, Aunts and Uncles and cousins on both sides, and so many loving friends.
Kacie was a 2009 high school graduate of Brockport High School where he was a three-sport athlete, his favorite, basketball amongst football and lacrosse. As an adult he played basketball on multiple leagues and played right up until he could not hold a ball. (ALS took the muscle function in his fingers, his arms/shoulders, and his voice articulation. His walking was very slow the past year and nearly nil at the end, then, lastly, his ability to swallow was stolen from him).
Kacie, a lover of music, nature, hiking, swimming and so much more. Kacie loved a good conversation/debate and always participated with a calm, open minded demeanor. Many patrons and coworkers from The Coach Sports Bar in Webster, NY will vouch for this. Kacie tended bar for the last few years at The Coach where he met some pretty awesome people. Kind, positive, gentle and calm Kacie was to the core.
Kacie’s wishes are for us all to be kind to each other, to share his music and his view that there is beauty everywhere and to acknowledge it and appreciate it. He wants everyone to try to keep it simple and have as much fun as you can. Don’t wait for the perfect time. He was a deep thinker and firmly believed in digging deeper than the surface, “do your own research”. The songs he wrote are about living, loving, and compassionately understanding. Spread positive vibes and keep an open mind.
A private celebration of life for Kacie will occur in early Spring 2022. This celebration will focus on memories of Kacie with positive vibes, music, and love. We will have this celebration at a place where everyone can relax, talk, laugh, and have an option to stay overnight. Details will be shared appropriately and privately a month or so before the celebration.
Memorial contributions can be made to Lifetime Care c/o Rochester Regional Health Foundation 330 Monroe Ave Suite 400 Rochester, NY 14607 Checks payable to: Rochester Regional Healthcare and include HILDEBRANDT HOSPICE on the memo line. You may also go on HealingALS.org and donate in his memory. This website was a very inspiring one that Kacie felt helped people battling ALS.
I was good friends with Kacie throughout school and we graduated together , one of the brightest most full hearted people I’ve met , my condolences to his whole family and all his loved ones .
Condolences to all of his family and friends you and Kacie are in my prayers
I will never forget the times on Traciann Dr., growing up with Kacie as an honorary neighbor and friend. Kacie was always a kindhearted and caring soul, and his legacy will live on as such. May we all continue to spread kindness and love in his memory. My most sincere condolences, and positive vibes to Kacie’s family and closest friends during this trying time. #ALSSucks
I never had the pleasure of meeting him but from what everyone tells me he truly was an angel on earth.
I think our entire town is morning the loss of Kacie. I only knew him a small fraction compared to most, but every time i saw him his contagious smile and loving spirt brightened my day. He will be forever missed. My deepest condolences go out to all family and friends. Rest in paradise Kacie ❤️
So very sorry. ALS is a terrible disease and he is now whole and free. Prayers for your family as you grieve his loss. I pray that many good memories flood through.
I only knew Kacie for a relatively short time, but his positive outlook and attitude will always have an influence on my life! I have never and will probably never again meet such an optimistic and genuine great person as you Kacie! I will remember you always and love you forever!
Dear Kyle and family, I’m so sorry for your loss. I can’t imagine the heartache you all have right now. My deepest condolences.
My thoughts and prayers to Kacie and his family and friends at his difficult time.
RIP buddy, my favorite basketball colleague and bartender. You and your positive outlook will be missed dearly. You made a difference in my life and so many others.
RIP my friend. Grew up playing a lot of sports together and I know we will be playing sports again in the future. Next time I see you we gotta lay down a track together. I will remember you and your positivity when I face obstacles in life. Sending my condolences to the Jones family.
I am so saddened to hear and I am so sorry for all of your loss. May he Rest In Peace. My prayers are with you all.
My sympathies on the loss of a rare soul in this day & age & treasure your memories…
Rest in Peace.
xo
My deepest condolences to your family! Kacie went to school with my daughter, Shauna. She always gushed over his gorgeousness!. He always treated people well, whether they had a disability or not. He was beautiful inside and out.
Debbie, Thank you for you kind words. He was beautiful inside and out. You take care. Jaimi Jones, Kacie’s mother.