Indiana University Memorials: Remembering the life, death and legacy of Essie Jones
Essie Marie (Rea) Jones was born in Vicksburg, MS September 8, 1949 to parents Henry and Carrie Jones. Essie accepted Christ at an early age and was a faithful member of Zion M.B. Church in Gary, IN until she relocated to Indianapolis, IN. Essie graduated from Gary Emerson High School in 1967. She continued her education at Indiana University where she earned her Bachelors' Degree and became a proud sister of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc Essie was preceded in death by her parents Pastor...
