Jemal was born in Boston, Massachusetts and moved to North Dakota when he was an adolescent. He grew up in the small town of Souris, ND, going on to graduate from high school in the small town. Jemal was an athlete and played several different sports throughout his high school and early college career.
Jemal has always been a traveler, living and working in North Dakota, Iowa, Big Sky, Montana, and Helena among other places. He took much pride in being an excellent Chef, and came to love teaching the art even more. He made friends everywhere he went. Friends will remember him for many years to come. His intoxicating smile and wonderful sense of humor made him unforgettable.
Jemal and his stepdad, Pete McCloud, were in a steady competition to see who could catch the most fish. Jemal always lost.
Jemal married Tiffany French (Fox) on September 13, 2019 in Montana where they resided.
Jemal loved to speak his mind. From politics to social issues, few who knew him escaped his strong opinions.
Jemal’s hobbies included spending time with his family, watching the Patriots games and playing Xbox with his friends.
Jemal is preceded in death by his mother, Pam McCloud his father, Alfred Saunders, and brother Renee. He was Pam’s first born and although he might have thought otherwise at times, he was the favorite. His mother often bragged about Jemal’s accomplishments.
Jemal is survived by his wife, Tiffany French and daughter Mackenzie French of East Helena, Montana, his daughters Emerald Martin (grandson Theo) of Dickinson, North Dakota, Naima French of Luverne, Minnesota, his stepson Jordan Shuyler of Minot, ND. He is also survived by his stepfather, Pete McCloud, Dunseith, ND; sister, Anna French, Billings, Montana; sister, Felicia Crump, Surprise, Arizona; brother, Jake McCloud, Dunseith, ND, and numerous nieces and nephews.
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Aaron Martin says
Sorry for your lost, prayers and sympathy to your families, I remember how Jemal enjoyed 4wheeling, and cooking.
Katie says
You were one of a kind and I’m honored to have called you friend.
Brian Volbrecht says
It would be great to argue with him one more time or get grief on how poorly my Steelers did compared to his beloved Patriots. I’m happy and honored that I had the opportunity to join you two in marriage and welcome you to the family.
Bruce Parks says
Jamal is missed by his work family at the Academy. We were stunned by his passing. I don’t shed tears easily, but I wept for him.
Ethan French says
He was a great uncle. I didn’t hang out with him much but I loved it when I did. He was fun to be around and he was pretty good at cooking in my opinion. I will miss you very much.
Kelsey Neameyer says
Oh my GOD Jake! I am so so so sorry for your loss, I know that it is a hard time to go threw! You will get threw this my friend I know you will Jake! I love you, you are a brother to me! Call me sometime!
Kelsey Neameyer says
I first met Jemal when I started work in the kitchen at the A-frame! He taught me alot of things I know now in the kitchen! Jemal was an amazing guy with a great personality! Jemal you will be missed by many!