The 44-year-old Jones had gone out into the ocean when his surfboard fin cut his femoral artery, his father, dentist Dr. John Jones, told the Associated Press.
Professional surfer Mikala Jones died Sunday after a surfing accident in Indonesia, his father told The Associated Press. Friends, family and members of the surfing community took to social media to mourn the loss of Jones, who was known for shooting stunning photos and videos from inside barreling waves.
Daughter Isabella « Bella » Jones posted a touching tribute to her father on Instagram, saying « he was doing what he loved the most » before he died.
« I love you so much dad and i wish i could give you one last hug, » she wrote. « This is too soon. »
The post accompanied a carousel of images of Isabella and her father throughout the years: on a surfboard or just on the water.
« Thank you for teaching me so many life lessons, and always being there for me, » she wrote.
In a separate Instagram post, she promised she would carry on his legacy: « Thank you for taking me out to your spots and teaching me your ways.
