Sheinelle Jones Grandmother Death: Mourning a Legacy 7 Months After Loss of Husband

Life's testing Sheinelle Jones once again. The Today show cohost is grieving a major family loss just 7 months after her husband's tragic passing.

Sheinelle Jones Grandmother Death: Honoring Josephine Vonceal Pace Brown

On January 3, Jones shared the heartbreaking news that her grandmother, Josephine Vonceal Pace Brown, passed away on New Year’s Eve at the age of 96. Jones described her as her "best buddy" and "unapologetic cheerleader," creditng her grandmother's high standards and belief for fueling her success in broadcast journalism.

Brown wasn't just a beloved family member; she was a pioneer. She served as the first Black woman elected to the board of education in her community and was a classically trained pianist. Her life's work and advocacy significantly impacted Jones' education and career path, dating back to the 5th grade when she first expressed her desire to be a reporter.

Squeezing the Most Out of Life Amid Loss

This latest loss follows the death of Jones' husband, Uche Ojeh, who died in May 2025 at age 45 after a battle with brain cancer. The couple had been married for 17 years and share three children.

Despite her heart being "shattered in a million pieces," Jones has remained vocal about finding beauty in the nightmare. She's often spoke about her husband's heartbeat living on in hers, driving her to "squeeze the most" out of every day—a mantra she also attributed to her late grandparents.