Kathleen McGuinness-Jones Obituary



Kathleen McGuinness-Jones

Resident of Lodi

Jan. 9, 1963 - Oct. 4, 2010

Sadly we mourn the passing of Kathleen Ann McGuinness-Jones. She was currently residing in Lodi. She was raised in San Jose, CA. She worked as a chef for Panetta's catering for over 20 years. She enjoyed cooking, camping, horseback riding, the beach & her two dogs.

She is preceded in death by her parents Philip & Emily McGuinness. She is survived by her husband Willie of Lodi, stepchildren Jerrica & Jeremiah, siblings: John, Margaret Nickolson, James, Maureen Buchanan, Patrick & Colleen, & niece & nephews: Andrew, Austin, Emily, Spencer & Angus, her God son.

Services to celebrate her life will be held on October 23, 2010 at 6:30 PM at Freedom Hall, 3910 Freedom Circle, Santa Clara, CA.

Published by San Jose Mercury News/San Mateo County Times on Oct. 17, 2010.
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This picture of Kathleen captures her light spirit perfectly. I had the priviledge of being a close friend for a number of years. I remember one day at coffee with Kathleen and another friend the talk had turned to 'worries', and I said "What ever happened to trusting in God". Well, several years after that day, any time I was 'worried', Kathleen would smile and ask "whatever happened to trusting in God". Then we would both laugh out loud. She was a very caring and generous person; it's sad that she is gone.

Willie, Maureen, Margaret, Colleen, Patrick, and James, I am praying for you and your families. God bless you.

Allie Money

October 26, 2010

I will forever miss you my friend. I have yet to meet anyone who made me laugh so hard. Will cherish all the fun times we had in High School & will miss hearing your phone calls that always made me smile. Save a seat up there for me. Love you xoxo Mindy

October 26, 2010

Keep smiling down upon us Kathleen. Much Love to the Jones and McGuinness families. Ed Madden and Family

Ed Madden

October 23, 2010

Kathleen, you were such a big part of my life I hardly know what to say. It was also one of the saddest days of my life to hear of your passing. I will miss everything about you. Your sense of humor, your strength and courage during the dark days, your smile and laughter and of course all the good times we shared at work and play (trips). I will never forget you!!! Lots of love Gary

gary baker

October 19, 2010

Kathleen you had such a big heart and ALWAYS were there when someone needed you....Willie and the rest of the Jones & McGuinness Families - much love at this difficult time....

Lea Crawford

October 18, 2010

I will always miss you, sis. Anytime I hear Garth Brooks, Waylon Jennings, or Johnny Cash, you'll be on my mind.
Love, your brother Patrick

October 18, 2010

God bless, it was an honor to have met you. My sympathies to the surviving relatives and close friends.

Gabriela Hughes

October 18, 2010

" I'll never forget you " You were a good friend. Love you girl!!!

Dora Romero

October 17, 2010

Our sweet sister Kathleen, your Brother and I will miss your wonderful giggle.

Lynne and James McGuinness

October 17, 2010

You are missed my love. Love your Husband.

Willie Jones

October 17, 2010

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