Arianna Bailey Jones, born December 20, 2004, passed away on July 11, 2026.
Arianna was born in Phoenix, Arizona, and spent most of her childhood in Mesa, Arizona, where she attended school in the Mesa Public School District. Arianna was a member of Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church, Phoenix, AZ; she gave her life to Jesus and got baptized at an early age. She was an enthusiastic participant in sports, excelling in cross-country, flag football, soccer, and cheerleading. Arianna had a vibrant spirit and a passion for fashion, often described as a true “girlie girl” who loved dressing up and experimenting with hairstyles, makeup, and clothing. Her creative talents extended to art and writing, where she earned numerous awards for her work.
Arianna is survived by her son, King; her parents, William and Beonka; her sisters, Amanda (Jordan), Angel, Helena, and Viviana; and her brothers, Xavier, Juan, and Tyrese. She is also survived by her grandfather, Johnny, and uncle, Marlynd (Anita), as well as a wide network of extended family. She was preceded in death by her grandmother, Juanita.
Cremation has taken place. A location for the inurnment of ashes will be announced at a later date. A memorial service is scheduled for August 14th, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at A Wise Choice, 9702 E. Apache Trail, Mesa, AZ 85207. Attendees are kindly asked to park behind the building. Attendance for the service will be at the family’s discretion.
The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to all friends, family, and co-workers for their thoughts, prayers, calls, and ongoing support. Special thanks are extended to the Glendale Police Department, the Glendale Victim Assistance Unit, the Maricopa County Victim Services Division, and A Wise Choice Funeral Home.
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