Marvin Jones Jr., the acclaimed football star, has enjoyed unwavering support from his family since his entry into the NFL in 2012.
In 2014, the wide receiver for the Detroit Lions tied the knot with his beloved partner, Jazmyn Jones. Together, they have been blessed with six children: Marvin III, Mareon, Murrell, Mya, Marlo, and Mila. However, tragedy struck the family in December 2019 with the heartbreaking loss of their infant, Marlo, at just 6 months old.
Yesterday, Marvin made a heartfelt announcement on Instagram, revealing that a beloved member of his family, Marlo, had passed away. He expressed disbelief over the loss of their little angel, Marlito, who had been a fighter since day one. Marvin recalled the joy that Marlo brought to their lives every day with his smile and energy, describing it as a heavenly experience. Marlo will forever hold a special place in their hearts, and they will always cherish the memories they shared.
In October 2023, Marvin made another announcement, stating that he would be taking a break from his position in the Lions for the rest of the 2023/2024 NFL season due to personal family matters. He acknowledged that this decision was not easy, but he felt that he couldn't fulfill his role on the team while also giving his family the attention and support they needed during this time.
Scroll below to see Marvin’s sweetest family moments with his wife and kids:
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Detroit Lions Wide Receiver Marvin Jones Jr.'s Family Album With Wife Jazmyn and 6 Kids
Football sensation Marvin Jones Jr. has enjoyed unwavering support from his family throughout his journey in the NFL. In 2014, the esteemed wide receiver of the Detroit Lions tied the knot with his beloved partner, Jazmyn Jones. Together, they have been blessed with six beautiful children named Marvin III, Mareon, Murrell, Mya, Marlo, and Mila. Unfortunately, in December 2019, the family was hit with a heartbreaking tragedy as they lost their precious 6-month-old, Marlo.
"Yesterday, in an Instagram post, Marvin shared the heartbreaking news that our beloved Marlo, a cherished member of our family, has passed away. Marlo, fondly known as 'Marlito', was a true warrior and brought immense joy to our lives every day with his infectious smile and boundless energy. Although he is no longer with us, his memory will forever live on in our hearts. In October 2023, Marvin made the difficult decision to temporarily step away from the Lions for the remainder of the 2023/2024 NFL season. This move was prompted by personal family matters that require his full attention. Despite the challenges, Marvin prioritizes being there for his family and recognizes that he cannot give his best to the team while being physically apart."
Scroll below to see Marvin’s sweetest family moments with his wife and kids:
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December 2014
Marvin’s two eldest sons, Marvin III and Mareon, sported Cincinnati Bengals jerseys while at a game with their dad.
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September 2015
Jazmyn, Marvin III, Mareon and Murrell all supported Marvin’s former team in Cincinnati Bengals merch.
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January 2016
Marvin shared a sweet family photo with Jazmyn and their three sons in honor of Marvin III’s 7th birthday.
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May 2017
Marvin put his football skills to use while playing outside with his sons and the couple’s eldest daughter, Mya.
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September 2017
The pair’s three sons traded in Bengals gear for Lions merch while playing football with the athlete.
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January 2018
The family posed for a photo together after a Lions game.
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December 2018
“Merry Merry Christmas to all!!! From the Jones Family!!!” Marvin captioned a sweet Instagram photo of his family dressed in matching holiday pjs.
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July 2019
The group gathered together on a couch to take a new family photo not long after the arrival of Marlo.
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November 2019
“My whole HEART ️,” Marvin captioned a snap of his wife and five kids via Instagram.
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December 2019
The family celebrated Christmas in matching pajamas days before Marlo’s passing.
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December 2019
Marvin, Jazmyn and their little ones stood on the sideline while their late son was honored at a Lions game.
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Decebmber 2020
The family of six continued their tradition of sporting matching Christmas pjs.
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April 2021
“Mi Vida! Happy Easter from the Jones’ to all!!” Marvin wrote alongside another family photo, which featured his and Jazmyn’s then-newborn daughter, Mila.
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April 2022
The group got all dressed up for a special event in suits and fancy dresses.
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July 2022
The couple and their kids departed for a cruise vacation in Miami.
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December 2022
Mya and Mila sported adorable hair bows for the family’s 2022 Christmas pajamas pic.
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January 2023
“Our Princesa turned 2 yesterday!!!!” Marvin captioned pics from his daughter’s Baby Shark-themed birthday celebration. “Feliz Cumple Milita! .”
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April 2023
The couple and their children channeled their inner cowboys while attending a Western-themed party.
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August 2023
Marvin excitedly shared snaps of his children's back-to-school outfits with the caption, "Feeling those First Day of School Vibes this AM!!! Let's dance, my kids!!! The amazing @jazmynjones_ effortlessly managed the morning!"