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John Jones Obituary
John Deleware "Dele" Jones, 85, departed this life for his journey to heaven on Monday, April 26, 2010.
He is survived by his wife, Evelyn; and sons, Freddie, Welford and Ronnie; and daughters, Florence and Sharon; grandchildren, George, Robert, Jarvis, Jennifer, Cheri, Jasmine, Kenya, Nicole, Angie, Lavonia Ann, Kimberly and Terri; brothers, Arthur and Frank; sister, Elizabeth; and a host of nieces, nephews, and friends.
From 11 a.m. until 6 p.m. on Friday, April 30, 2010, a viewing will be held at Thomasson Fork Union Chapel, 4002 James Madison Highway, Route 15, Fork Union, Virginia.
A celebration of life service will be held from 6 until 8 p.m. Friday, April 30, 2010, at Calvary Hill Baptist Church, Route 15, Arvonia, Virginia.
A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, May 1, 2010, at Chestnut Grove Baptist Church in Arvonia, Virginia, with the Reverend Benjamin Harris officiating. Interment will follow at the church cemetery.
This obituary was originally published in the Daily Progress.
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Alexis Crump
April 30, 2010
Freddie & Family, Steve and I are so sorry for your loss. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
With Deepest Sympathy
Alexis & Stephen Crump
Mary Smith-Kellam
April 30, 2010
To the entire Jones' family (Cousin) I am with you in prayers.
Sam Davis
April 30, 2010
To Freddie and Family,
May God bless and keep you during this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Your Hampton Roads VDOT Civil Rights Staff, (Leslie, William, Salina, and Sam) Suffolk Va
Danielle & Monica Palmer
April 30, 2010
We are with each of you with our Prayers.
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Jonathan
April 30, 2010
To the Jones family, "This is a time for reflection on all the good things Sr. Jones has done in his life, he'll always be forever in your hearts".
April 30, 2010
DEAR FREDDIE AND FAMILY,
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU IN THE LOST OF YOUR LOVED ONE. MAY YOU ALL FIND PEACE AND COMFORT IN HIS MEMORIES.
YOUR CLASSMATE 0F 1965
LINDA M. BRAXTON
BUCKINGHAM COUNTY, VA
The Sanctuary Choir First Baptist Church, S. Richmond
April 30, 2010
Freddie and Family,
May God continue to give you peace and comfort during this difficult time. You are in our prayers and in our hearts.
The Dumas Family
April 30, 2010
To the Jones Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during your time of bereavement.
Rose Shepherd Butler
April 30, 2010
Dear Evelyn and Family
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I hope you smile when you think of our days at the Orchard Rest.
Myrtle Jones
April 29, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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