The family of the 28-time Grammy-winning producer, arranger and composer said in a statement to The Associated Press that “the intimate ceremony included Mr. Jones’ seven children, his brother, two sisters and members of his family immediate”.
The family did not reveal the cemetery where the ceremony took place. They added that they remain “extremely grateful for the outpouring of condolences and tributes from his friends and admirers around the world. Details of the memorial celebration of Mr. Jones’ life will be announced at a later date.
Jones died surrounded by his family at his home in the Bel Air neighborhood of Los Angeles on November 3.
His seven-decade musical career includes producing Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” album, writing award-winning film scores and collaborating on classic recordings with Frank Sinatra, Ray Charles and hundreds of other artists.
The tributes paid to him after his death were from some of the biggest figures in media and politics. The show “Saturday Night Live,” which he once hosted, paid tribute to him the day before his service by broadcasting a commemorative photo during a quiet moment on the show.
In lieu of flowers, Jones’ family is asking for donations to the Jazz Foundation of America.
