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Christine Jones Obituary
Matthews Jones
Oct. 26, 1957 - Nov. 24, 2016
SOUTH BEND - Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the LORD, “He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.”—Psalm 91: 1-3
Christine Matthews Jones (59) of South Bend, Indiana, transitioned to eternal life Thursday, November 24, 2016. She was born to Arthur Louis Mathews and Hazel Martin Pryor in Eudora, Arkansas, on October 26, 1957. When Christine passed from this earthly world she re-joined her husband, parents, her beloved aunt, uncle, sister, and grandparents in heaven and received her wings.
Christine was reared in South Bend, IN, where she graduated from the former Oliver School and LaSalle High School (1977).
Christine accepted Christ and was baptized in the Christian faith. She attended Temple of God.
She was united in holy matrimony to Willie Earl Jones in June 1990 and cared for him until his transition.
Christine was a caregiver to children, families and the elderly. She was a CASA Advocate and Foster Parent.
Christine found her happiness in her children: Taneka and Trenton—her pride and joy.
She leaves many to cherish her memory including her four children: Taneka Jones, Trenton Jones, Willie Jones, and Terry Burton; her siblings, Greta Davis (Henry), Remona Watts (Charles), Carolyn Thompson, Jashay Johnson-Martin, and Charnelle Maefield-Martin, Michael Watts (Debra), Earnest Matthews; her sister-cousin, Georgia Sykes (Isaac) and Ann Sykes (Melvin); 11 grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins; two godchildren, Michael and Michaele Clark; her first love and lifelong friend, Trenton Sturdivant; her closest friends, Margaret Sturdivant, Carolyn Williams, Brenda Campbell, Chris Rivera, and Tyree Kirkland; and many other cherished friends.
Christine's Celebration of Life service will be held in St. Joseph Funeral Home, 824 South Mayflower Road, South Bend, IN, Saturday, December 3, 2016, at 12 PM. Friends and family are welcome to visit 1 hour prior to the service.
Condolences for the family may be made at www.sjfh.net.
Memories and Condolences
for Christine Jones
30 Entries
Yolanda Green
December 28, 2016
My Condolences to the families. Much Love to you all. RIP Christine
Crystal Wiley-Perry
December 17, 2016
May the Lord and Giver of life bless and console her loved ones. God knows and cares.
Betty Norman
December 4, 2016
My Condolences to the family
Gwendolyn,stephaine Woods ..Dustin Griffin
December 4, 2016
Our family new your mom she was a very sweet person, we are praying for your family.
nakia (keke) gates
December 3, 2016
God bless the family.. she was a great person I had the pleasure of knowing like family.. always will be know as T. T.
love ya
cassondra reed
December 3, 2016
Im deeply sorry Taneka and Tj I couldn't attend today. May Ms. Jones rest in peace. FLY HIGH! You'll never be forgotten
Veronica Henderson
December 3, 2016
Tameka,T. J, Terry and Lil Will my Pray and condolences to y'all and the family, it was a pleasure to had known Christine, for she was a very nice caring person. Go claim your "Crown" Chris I experience your growth. Thank you for being there for Terry &Lil Will.
Treva Sturdivant
December 3, 2016
I can hear her boisterous laugh and talking loud and having a Good time in our heavenly Father's presence. My thoughts and prayers are with you Taneka and TJ. May God's Love hold you close during this time of bereavement. Christine you will be missed.
Teria Ellis Jones
December 2, 2016
Mona, and family I would like to express my deepest sympathy on behalf of Christine. May God continue to carry you all in his bosom. Peace and blessings no more suffering.
Ardean Lancaster
December 2, 2016
Love you Christine...Rest in heaven..
Stephanie Wheeler
December 2, 2016
Taneka and TJ, so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. She was a kind and loving person, who made an impact on many peoples lives, including my grandchildren. She will be missed.
Let your memories comfort you.
Sylvester Bingham
December 2, 2016
To the Family,
I send my prayers and condolence. Christine was a very special lady and a good friend. She will be missed by all that really knew her. R.I.H. my dear.
December 2, 2016
To the family,
I send my prayers and condolences. Christine was a special lady, and a very good friend. She will be missed by all that knew her. R.I.H. my dear!
Diane Harris
December 2, 2016
To the family,sorry for you loss. May God bless you always.
Donisha Gandy
December 2, 2016
My condolences go out to your entire family. She was a beautiful woman and her spirit will live on forever!
Thank you Mrs. Jones the love you showed me I will always remember.
Rosalind Alexander
December 2, 2016
Greta and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. God bless you all.
Sandra Donaldson
December 2, 2016
To the entire family (especially Mona & Greta), Always remember this...Those we love don't go away, They walk beside us everyday. Keeping you and your family in my prayers.
LORRAINE, AND JERRY HARPER... WALTER J. PAYNE SR. JAYMO
December 1, 2016
NO MORE TEARS, NO MORE HEARTACHE CHRISTINE HAS GONE BACK FROM WHENCE CHRISTINE CAME... BACK TO OUR FATHER WHERE CHRISTINE SHALL EXPERIENCE THE FULLNESS OF JOY FOREVER MORE. LET US CELEBRATE CHRISTINE'S WELL LIVED LIFE... FOR WHERE CHRISTINE IS THERE WE SHALL BE ALSO IF WE DON'T LOSE FAITH... RIDE ON KING JESUS....
Jermette Bishop-Harris
December 1, 2016
Sending prayers to the family, ..Christine I will miss you dearly. Love you always.
Rhonda L. Edwards
December 1, 2016
So sorry for your loss.During this difficult time.Family Stay Strong!
--MUCH LOVE.....
Kimberly Anderson-Peake
December 1, 2016
I'm am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all!
December 1, 2016
HELLO TANIKA AND TRENT I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. GOD BLESS AND COMFORT YOU. FROM ANNIE JACKSON
James Lacy
December 1, 2016
My prayers go out to the whole family. Christine Cashmoney Jones played a huge role in who I am today. She was a great woman and will be truly missed. I'm a blessed man to have known her.
Christi Rivera
December 1, 2016
God Bless the whole family. I will miss my friend dearly.
Nyree Mardi
December 1, 2016
My condolences to the whole family. May God give y'all the strength to endure through this difficult time. May you rest in heaven Christine. I will always remember the story you use to tell about how we first met when I was just a baby. Your beautiful smile will be missed. Rest easy. My prayers are with the whole family.
Patricia Parker-Davis
December 1, 2016
May our Lord bless and comfort your family during this time of grief. Our sincere condolences.
Gigi Pitts
December 1, 2016
Remona and Family, I am sorry for your loss. We are praying for your Family. Christine will be missed, she was such a kind spirit. Class of 77.
Debra Davis Wright
December 1, 2016
Family; Please know my prayers and heart are with you during your sorrow. Greta, I am here and love you much. Christine was a beautiful person inside and out. I will miss our ole funny stories whenever we were together at family gatherings. Christine Rest In Heaven.
Tina Walker-Cotton
December 1, 2016
My condolences to Taneka and Trenton. Sorry to hear about the loss of Ms. Jones. May God bless you and your family!
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