In 1965, Jones moved the Temple to California. She was the mother of a child by Jones, Jim Jon "Kimo" Prokes. or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. [237], It is not clear if some initially thought the exercise was another White Night rehearsal. In 1980, when he was only 5 years old, on December 8th, ex-Beatle John Lennon was shot and killed by Mark David Chapman in front of his home - the Dakota - in New York City. They uncovered a staged healing, the abusive treatment of a woman in the church, and evidence that Jones raped a male member of his congregation. Jim Jon Prokes was the son of Jim Jones and Carolyn Louise Moore Layton. The Peoples Temple had over $10 million ($42,707,304 in 2020 dollars) in assets at the time. [248] Tim and Johnny Cobb, other members of the Temple basketball team, were taken to Jonestown to identify bodies. Their relatives purchased a shack for them to live in at the nearby town of Lynn. Please reset your password. The hospital accidentally placed Jones in its black ward, and he refused to be moved; he began to make the beds and empty the bedpans of black patients. Teacher, radio operator, administrator, accountant. Edit a memorial you manage or suggest changes to the memorial manager. Jones claimed to be a follower and promoter of Branham's "Message" during the period. [24][40], Jones moved to Bloomington, Indiana in November 1948, where he attended Indiana University Bloomington with the intention of becoming a doctor, but changed his mind shortly thereafter. Select the pencil to add details. [110] Winberg took over leadership of the Indianapolis church when Jones departed. [4] She spent her junior year of college in Bordeaux as an exchange student and became engaged to a Frenchman, Alexandre. In 1978, she was observed shooting him up with a substance he claimed was Vitamin B-12. or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. [74] Jones eventually separated from the Latter Rain movement following a bitter disagreement with Branham in which Jones prophesied Branham's death. Ruletta Paul and her one-year-old child were the first to consume the poison, according to escaped Temple member Odell Rhodes. He was fascinated by their pomp, their cohesion, and Hitler's total power. Are you sure that you want to delete this photo? [8] Although his aunts and uncles lived close by and gave him some supervision, Jones frequently strolled his town's streets naked as a baby with no one watching over him. Among the followers Jones took to Guyana was John Victor Stoen. Case reported his findings to the local police, but they took no action. Jones hosted local political figures at his San Francisco apartment for discussions. Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. Although individuals and groups had provided tips to the FBI about Peoples Temple, no investigation was made before the massacre. [14], Carolyn and Jones began to live together more openly in Jonestown, sharing a cabin. Those who refused to drink were injected with cyanide via syringe. [17], Along with members of Jonestown's medical staff, Carolyn was aware of Jones' abuse of pharmaceuticals. In 1975, she gave This flower has been reported and will not be visible while under review. [21] Episode 14 of Criminal Broads, a podcast about women on the wrong side of the law, closely covers Layton's story.[22]. Rev. [172] Entertaining movies from Georgetown that the settlers had watched were mostly cancelled in favor of Soviet propaganda shorts and documentaries on American social problems. medical Try again later. [113], In 1968, the Peoples Temple's California location was admitted to the Disciples of Christ. Please try again later. Healthcare, education, and food rations were all in limited supply and the situation was worsening. Are you sure that you want to report this flower to administrators as offensive or abusive? When 2 or more people share their unique perspectives, Thousands were sold in the first month. [6], His father's illness led to financial difficulties, which in turn resulted in intense marital problems between Jones's parents. Jones complained of high blood pressure that he had had since the early 1950s, small strokes, weight loss of 30 to 40 pounds in the last two weeks of Jonestown, temporary blindness, convulsions, and in late October to early November 1978 while he was ill in his cabin, grotesque swelling of the extremities. John was disturbed by what he perceived as the worshipful tone of the letters, particularly with regard to the Temple's pastor, Jim Jones. responsibilities of the settlement. No animated GIFs, photos with additional graphics (borders, embellishments. There was a problem getting your location. Her sexual relationship with Jones led to the birth of their son Jim-Jon Prokes (1975-1978), known as Kimo in the community. [241], American Christian leaders denounced Jones as Satanic and asserted that he and his teachings were in no way connected to traditional Christianity. OShea said, "One time Jim said to me 'Lets keep them poor and tired, because if theyre poor they cant escape and if theyre tired they cant make plans. He also permitted a few chosen members of his inner circle to eat from his personal supplies, and they appeared to be in much better health than the other residents. They took part in services four times a week while attending a summer religious convention at a nearby Pentecostal church. [12], In 1972, Carolyn's youngest sister, Annie, visited the Temple and was convinced to stay. Some very weak and elderly members received one egg per day." His son Stephan speculated that his father may have directed someone else to shoot him. After a period of reflection, some admitted they had been tricked by Jones. In the 1978 Jonestown massacre, more than 900 Americans drank a poisonous cocktailnot actual Kool-Aidlaced with deadly cyanide. [63], Branham was known to tell attendees their name, address, and why they came for prayer, before pronouncing them healed. You are only allowed to leave one flower per day for any given memorial. [201], The situation at Jonestown was deteriorating in 1978. [206] Sometimes he would have his guards hide in the forest and shoot their firearms to simulate an attack. [186] Grace Stoen left Peoples Temple in 1976, leaving her child behind. Kimo was sadly murdered during the Jonestown massacre in Guyana on November 18, 1978 at age 3. [18][22] Jones claimed to have unique abilities, such as the capacity to fly. Her Jones confronted Divine's wife and claimed to be the reincarnation of Father Divine. Critics and apologists offered a variety of explanations for the events that transpired among Jones's followers. [67], Following the convention, Jones renamed his church the "Peoples Temple Christian Church Full Gospel" to associate it with Full Gospel Pentecostalism; the name was later shortened to the Peoples Temple. Are you sure that you want to remove this flower? Jim Jon Prokes was born on January 31, 1975 in Oakland, Alameda County, California United States. Unlock the mysteries of your family history and explore the rich tapestry of your past with AncientFaces. [240][247] During the events at Jonestown, the three brothers drove to the U.S. Embassy in Georgetown to alert the authorities. 0 cemeteries found in Oakland, Alameda County, California, USA. Armed guards with guns and crossbows surrounded the pavilion.[205]. [8] The couple married in the summer of 1967. Jones held healing revivals there until 1955 and began to travel and speak at other churches in the Latter Rain movement. [155] Reports of Case's activity reached Jones, who became increasingly paranoid that the authorities were after him. Birth. If you see me as your friend, I'll be your friend. [248] After returning to the U.S., Jim Jones Jr. was placed under police surveillance for several months while he lived with his older sister, Suzanne, who had previously turned against the Temple. [112] In 1967, Jones's followers coaxed another 75 members of the Indianapolis congregation to move to California. Some members were coerced to get abortions. [92] Stephanie Jones died at age of five in a car accident in May 1959. Jones increasingly promoted the idea of his own divinity, going so far as to tell his congregation that "I am come as God Socialist. Try again later. I mean, I was so aggressive and hostile, I was ready to kill. Jonestown whose bodies were autopsied upon arriving back to Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of Suzanne Honciano (31289069)? While Larry completed his studies, Carolyn started a teaching credential. At the convention, Branham issued a prophetic endorsement of Jones and his ministry, saying that God used the convention to send forth a new great ministry. 36 death records, 20 followers 6.95k+ favorites. [6] In 1934, in the midst of the Great Depression, the Jones family was evicted from their home for failure to make mortgage payments. 0 cemeteries found in Colma, San Mateo County, California, USA. As parents watched their children perish from the poison, Rhodes described a scene of panic and confusion. The group established its headquarters in San Francisco, where he became heavily involved in political and charitable activity throughout the 1970s. [18] His mother claimed that she was disturbed when she caught him imitating the pastor of the local Apostolic Pentecostal Church and she unsuccessfully attempted to prevent him from attending the church's services. Divine's wife rose up and accused Jones of being the devil in disguise and demanded he leave. 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He found it difficult to walk without assistance around this time, but it cleared up by Leo Ryan's visit. Instead of implementing the sacraments as prescribed by the Disciples, Jones followed Father Divine's holy communion practices. To use this feature, use a newer browser. Jim Jones stated beforehand, "For many years, we have let our sympathies be quite publicly known, that the United States government was not our mother, but that the Soviet Union was our spiritual motherland. Learn more about managing a memorial . Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. [140][146][147] Jones forged alliances with key columnists and others at the San Francisco Chronicle and other press outlets that gave Jones favorable press during his early years in California. and her nephew, Kimo Layton also known as Jim Jon Prokes (born January 31, 1975 in Oakland, California) in Jonestown, Guyana on November 18, 1978. . Jones had a sexual relationship with Grace Stoen, and claimed he was the biological father of John. All photos appear on this tab and here you can update the sort order of photos on memorials you manage. Where was Jim born and where did he live? Jonestown had about 50 settlers at the start of 1977 who were expanding the commune, but it was not ready to handle a large influx of settlers. "[201] "The Box" was a punishment devised by Jones involving a 6-by-4-by-3-foot (1.83 m 1.22 m 0.91 m) plywood coffin-shaped box in which a person was confined and held underground while they were constantly berated and reprimanded for their perceived slights against the cult. As a child, Jones developed an affinity for Pentecostalism and a desire to preach. included People's Temple member, Sharon Amos and her 2 birth records, View This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. [86] Nevertheless, the publicity which was generated by Jones's activities attracted a larger congregation. [126] Jones, through the Planning Commission, began controlling all aspects of the lives of his followers. On January 31, 1975, Carolyn gave birth to a son, Jim Jon Prokes nicknamed 'Kimo'. In 1963, she graduated high school in Chico. When you share, or just show that you care, the heart Bacterial pneumonia had completely destroyed his lungs within a matter of days. Please try again later. This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. [106], Jones arrived in December 1963 to find Peoples Temple bitterly divided. Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. Search above to list available cemeteries. google_ad_client = "ca-pub-4912650406879879"; Try again. [165] Ijames was put in charge of the project and oversaw the installation of a power generation station, clearance of fields for farming, and the construction of dormitories to prepare for the first settlers. Close this window, and upload the photo(s) again. The article included allegations by Temple defectors of physical, emotional, and sexual abuse.[147][168][169]. [159], In the fall of 1973, Jones and the Planning Commission devised a plan to escape from the United States in the event of a government raid, and they began to develop a longer-term plan to relocate Peoples Temple. [2] Jones was facing increasing scrutiny in the summer of 1978 when he hired JFK assassination conspiracy theorists Mark Lane and Donald Freed to help make the case of a "grand conspiracy" against the Temple by U.S. intelligence agencies. A year later in 1968, [54][55] Jones continued to visit and speak at Pentecostal churches while serving as Methodist student pastor. located in the northern part of Guyana which was With that reasoning, Jones and several members argued the group should commit "revolutionary suicide". This page was last edited on 27 December 2022, at 21:51. DOCTRINES/BELIEFS CONCERNING WOMEN'S ROLES Three high-ranking Temple survivors claimed they were given an assignment and thereby escaped death. People's Temple settlement of Jonestown. Image Credit Birthday: May 13, 1931 ( Taurus) Born In: Crete, Indiana, United States 21 34 Quick Facts Also Known As: James Warren Jones Died At Age: 47 Family: Spouse/Ex-: Marceline Jones (m. 1949-1978) PROKES, Jim Jon (Kimo) Photos Courtesy of California Historical Society, MSP 3800 . [57], The Assemblies of God was strongly opposed to the Latter Rain movement. Jones' mother was urged to control his behaviour by many individuals in Lynn, but she refused. The group decided on Guyana as a favorable location, citing its recent revolution, socialist government, and the favorable reaction Jones received when he traveled there in 1963. You have chosen this person to be their own family member. You need a Find a Grave account to continue. Chapman was found guilty of murder and still remains in jail. The couriers were arrested before reaching their destination and claimed to have hidden most of the money. She is known for Jonestown: The Life and Death of Peoples Temple (2006), In Search . met her first husband Larry Layton while She also claimed that Jones was the reincarnation of Vladimir Lenin and she of Lenin's mistress, Inessa Armand. He frequently stole candy from merchants in the town; his mother was required to pay for his thefts. We all did as we were told. He also asserted that he substituted a cup of his own urine for the holy water once at a Catholic church. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. Unfortunately, Jim's remains were buried in Evergreen Cemetery in Oakland, California. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. Jones became progressively more controlling of his followers in Peoples Temple, which at its peak had over 3,000 members. South San Francisco, San Mateo County, California, USA. Are you sure that you want to delete this memorial? This browser does not support getting your location. No animated GIFs, photos with additional graphics (borders, embellishments. [241][240] Survivor Tim Carter has suggested that, like a previous practice, that day's lunch of grilled cheese sandwiches may have been tainted with sedatives to subdue members of the cult. This is a carousel with slides. Grief Support. [7], It was one of these girlfriends who introduced Carolyn to Larry Layton, a fellow student and conscientious objector to the Vietnam War. [25], Jones developed an intense interest in religion and social doctrines. [240] Some slipped into the jungle just as the death ritual began; one man hid in a ditch. Their first home was in Bloomington, where Marceline worked in a nearby hospital while Jones attended college. Concerned the community would not be able to resist an attack, he began holding drills to test their readiness. [253], In a signed note found at the time of her death, Marceline directed that Jones's assets be given to the Communist Party of the Soviet Union. [1] Her father, John V Moore (19192019), was a Methodist minister and a conscientious objector during WWII. 72 years shorter than [249] Jones was found dead on the stage of the central pavilion; he was resting on a pillow near his deck chair with a gunshot wound to his head. He played up famous members of the Disciples, including Lyndon Johnson and J. Edgar Hoover, and misrepresented the nature of his position in the denomination. [149] A doctor involved in the investigation accused Jones of "quackery" and challenged Jones to give tissue samples of the material he claimed fell off people when they were healed of cancer. In 1964, Jones joined and was ordained a minister by the Disciples of Christ; his attraction to the Disciples was largely due to the autonomy and tolerance they granted to differing views within their denomination. Her body was one of only seven out of the 909 casualties in Jonestown to be autopsied. [34] The events at that baseball game brought discrimination against African Americans to Jones's attention and influenced his strong aversion to racism. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Jim Jon Prokes. In 1970, Jones In what he called "revolutionary suicide", Jones and the members of his inner circle orchestrated a mass murder-suicide in his remote jungle commune at Jonestown, Guyana, on November18, 1978. They conducted investigations at the time, but they found no evidence of wrongdoing. Nobody gave me love, any understanding. . [2], Carolyn Louise Moore was born in Sacramento on July 13, 1945. In 1954 the Joneses adopted their first child, Agnes, who was part Native American. This memorial website was created to remember our dearest Jim Jon "Kimo" Prokes who was born on January 31, 1975 and passed away on November 18, 1978. "[81] Peoples Temple contributed $1.1 million ($4,697,803 in 2020 dollars) to the denomination between 1966 and 1977. In Georgetown, Guyana, Temple member Sharon Amos killed her three children and herself. Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. However, Layton noted that Jones did not rely on the same diet as his followers. [23], Although they had sympathy for Jones because of his poor circumstances, his neighbors reported that he was an unusual child who was obsessed with religion and death. [188] After Timothy Stoen also left Peoples Temple in June 1977, Jones kept the child at his own home in Jonestown. This provided Jones with inside information that would make him seem clairvoyant and being in possession of superhuman powers. when he died at the age of 3. Carolyn appeared to be a happy child, making friends at school and church. [8], Some who were close to Carolyn noted a change in her personality after she began her affair with Jones, from an amusing and free-thinking young woman to a "ruthless authoritarian". 1975-1978 ), was a Methodist minister and a conscientious objector during.... 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