Ynes Jimenez Mata

Ynes Antonio Jimenez Mata passed away peacefully on March 13, 2026, at his home in Hartford, Connecticut, surrounded by the love of the family he built throughout his life.

Born on September 24, 1928, in Tierra Dura, Moca, Dominican Republic, he was the son of the late Dolores Mata and Javier Jimenez, and was lovingly raised by the late Mercedes Mata, whose care and guidance shaped the man he became. From an early age he developed a deep connection to the land, becoming widely respected for his extensive knowledge of agriculture, particularly the cultivation of tobacco, which he shared generously with those around him.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Jovina Antonia Alcon, with whom he shared a life of love, hard work, and unwavering dedication to their family. He was the proud father of nine children: Julian Jimenez Alcon and his wife Ana Mercedes Rodriguez of Hartford, Connecticut; the late Francisco Jimenez Alcon and his wife Miguelina Garcia of Moca, Dominican Republic; the late Jose Jimenez Alcon and his wife Maria Jimenez of Moca, Dominican Republic; Olga Jimenez Alcon and her husband Antonio Santos of Hartford, Connecticut; Ramona Jimenez and her husband Ramon Fernández of Moca, Dominican Republic; Juan Jimenez Alcon and his wife Maria Jimenez of Spring Valley, New York; Maria Leonilda Jimenez Alcon and her husband Hector Burgos of South Windsor, Connecticut; Maria Jimenez Alcon and her husband Eufracio Jimenez of Paterson, New Jersey; and Silvia Jimenez Alcon of Allentown, Pennsylvania.

His legacy continued through 24 cherished grandchildren and 38 great-grandchildren, who brought him constant pride and joy, along with many extended family members and dear friends. He found great pleasure in gathering with loved ones to play dominó, filled with laughter and lively conversation, in riding horses, which reflected his free and strong spirit, and in music and dancing. Above all, family remained the center of his world. He was a steadfast source of guidance, wisdom, and love, whose home was always open for sharing stories, teaching life lessons, and bringing generations together. He will be deeply missed, forever remembered, and always loved.