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Andrew Jones Obituary
He was born June 29, 1922, to the late Henry and Carrie Jones, and was a life-long resident of Prince George. He was preceded in death by his oldest daughter, Mrs. Lillian Graves, and five brothers. The Rev. Jones was a dedicated member and associate minister of the Lebanon Baptist Church, Disputanta, the Ministers Conference of Petersburg and the Lebanon Baptist Association of Surry. He served as the pastor of the First Baptist Church, Claremont, for 33 years and Harrison Grove Baptist Church, Surry, for 22 years. The Rev. Jones was retired from the Continental Cane Nursery in Chester.
Left to cherish his memories are: a very devoted wife of 62 years, Mrs. Lorraine Jones; four devoted daughters, Susan Newby (Wesley) of Waverly, Shirley Allen (John), Mary Jones and Faye Moore, all of Hopewell; two devoted sons, Andrew Jones (Diane) and Eugene Jones of Hopewell; one son-in-law, Robert Graves of Petersburg; two goddaughters, Josephine White (John) of Prince George and Elizabeth Rain of Hopewell; one godson, the Rev. Albert Toney (Barbara) of Ettrick; 17 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren; six sisters-in-law and two brothers-in-law, among them devoted, Shirley Whiting of Disputanta, Pleasant and Catherine Epps of Petersburg, Garland and Josephine Epps of Prince George, Gracie Brown and Elverster Jones of Hopewell, and Shirlee Jones of New Jersey; devoted cousins, Deacon Leroy and Cora Blanding of Prince George; devoted friend, Clarence Peterson of Prince George and very devoted friend and private nurse, Denise Pride of Hopewell; a host nieces, nephews, cousins other relatives and friends.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 16, 2010, at Morning Star Baptist Church, Burrowsville, where the pastor, the Rev. Dr. Robert L. Elliot,t will officiate. The Rev. Dr. James Barnes, pastor of Lebanon Baptist Church, Disputanta, will eulogize. Interment will follow in the Lebanon Baptist Church Cemetery, Disputanta. All ministers who attend the services are asked to wear their robes in honor of the Rev. Jones. The family is asked to assemble at the residence at 10 a.m. on the day of service.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of Turner-Bland Funeral Home, Hopewell, the Rev. William N. Bland Jr., funeral director.
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Memories and Condolences
for Andrew Jones
Le´Sha Barnes
September 6, 2022
Remembering the life of you, you were everything to me the one I know never judged but always cared no matter what the situation. You were the one who didn´t have a lot of money but you were a way maker for your family and friends. You were the one who would pray for a person sent to destroy you. You were the one who taught your children and grandchildren to always have faith in god because he is the way, truth, and the light and through him so things are possible. Your life was so precious and if I could´ve traded places with you I would´ve just so more people would´ve been blessed to experience a blessing. One of the best blessing I ever received was having you as a grandfather and mentor over my life. When that song said somebody prayed for me I know it was you in spite of and I´ll love you today, tomorrow, and the rest of my if until we meet again. here to celebrating the life of a legend The Reverend Andrew Jones 6/29/1922~9/11/2010 #MyMainMan #LongLiveTheRev
Lesha Moore
September 6, 2020
I just love that you showed me so much as a young girl, I will love you forever and always until we meet again granddaddy
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Rashish/Shimari Moore
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LeSha Moore
October 10, 2010
Rip grandpa jones the greatest man I knew alive can't wait to see u again when its my turn to come home save a seat for me it will say "this is for my ggirl PeeWee" man I luv u literally to death an can't wait to see u again its gettin so close to time when seein u must end an oh it hurts so bad bc u we're my real ture friend we've done alot together we our share of laughs an crys till that shockin day when my whole world died I got the call at work that u were on ur way to the hospital didn't think u would have to stay ur a person I thought would live forever bc ur heart was made out of pure gold u were my bestfriend an I didn't even know I knew how much u meant to me that's y it hurt so bad but I know that ur n heaven an the wonderful life u had u brought pleasure to every one around so do me a favor an hold heaven down I love u granddaddy forever an always. This is my last entry before they take ur book off line I love u very very much its been one mth now an it feels like yesterday I will try n b strong even though its hard I love u ol man aka henry son noe one can ever take ur place kiss aunt june an I can't wait to b with u again
Rebecca Sanders
September 17, 2010
Ms Lorraine, Shirley Ann, Soke and family, may God bless you all in this time of sorrow. Imani say she remembers when she and her mother (Marvette) use to come to the house and spend the night and what a good time she use to have. She was young at the time but she remembers you all. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Love,
Rebecca Sanders and Imani Vaughan
Dominique Graves
September 16, 2010
Hello Granddaddy It was so sad to see you go but now you is in a better place you received your wings so let your spirit fly...Granddaddy we are going to miss you dearly you faught a good fight you was a strong soldier who looked out for everyone and we thank you and love you for that and being there for everyone granddaddy you is gone but never forgotten but you are gone to soon!
We Love You Always And Your Spirit Stays In Our Heart!
Dominique Graves
September 16, 2010
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
CELESTINE HUNT-WASHINGTON
September 16, 2010
TO THE FAMILY OF THE LATE GREAT REVEREND ANDREW JONES,
WE CAN NOT BEGIN TO TELL YOU HOW SORRY WE WERE TO HEAR OF THE PASSING OF ONE OF THE SWEETEST AND KINDEST SAINTS THAT WE HAVE EVER HAD THE PLEASURE OF KNOWING AND BEING A PART OF OUR EXTENDED FAMILY...IT WAS ALSO SUCH A PLEASURE TO SEE HIM AND COUSIN LORRAINE AT OUR FAMILY FUNCTIONS...HE WILL TRUELY BE MISSED BY ALL...PLEASE KNOW THAT HE IS NOW RESTING IN THE ARMS OF OUR LORD AND SAVIOUR JESUS CHRIST AND YOU WILL SEE HIM AGAIN ONE DAY...
LOVE, THE FAMILY OF THE LATE JEREMIAH & MABEL HUNT
Latoya Allen
September 15, 2010
To the Jones Family:
I'm truly sorry for your loss. I remember Rev. Jones from my days at Lebanon shouting for the Lord. I admired him. Please know he is watching over you all.
me an my papa love u always
lesha moore
September 15, 2010
Come tomorrow we lay u to res in all eternal peace I could b with u I just feel so much safer when we are close tomorrow is gonna b devastatin to know ill never see u again u were my grandfather who was more like a father my bestfriend my everything I can't believe this happened u taken away from me but I am thankful u got to see me mature into an adult to see my children grow up to even thou their 8 an 5 u played a major role in their life whenever u feel the need to come back for a visit ill b waitin with open arms until we meet again I luv u with all my heart rip...
Twanda Taylor
September 15, 2010
Rest in peace Rev. Jones You will truly be missed!
Vonyetta Lee
September 15, 2010
I was saddened to hear of the passing of Rev Jones. His quiet and gentle, yet spirit-filled presence never went unrecognized. He will be greatly missed here on earth, but I truly believe he has received his reward! May peace be with the family.
Gladys Powell-Taylor
September 15, 2010
To The Family of The Late Rev Andrew Jones.
My heart was saddened when I heard the news that Rev Andrew Jones had passed. However, I rejoice now along with the family because I know Rev Jones is with Our Heavenly Father singing and shouting as he did while he was with us on earth. Rev Andrew Jones will be missed by me as well as others. I loved Rev Jones's spirit. He was saved and the same where ever he went. May God continue to bless and comfort the family knowing that your Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother,and other relatives is with His Heavenly Father. Rev Jones will be missed at Harrison Grove Baptist, Prince George VA.
Glynis S. Epps
September 15, 2010
To the Family of the Late Rev. Andrew Jones,
Rev. Jones was a blessing to my soul the first time I witnessed him in the pulpit severl years ago at Union Baptist Church. To see this man so energetic and on fire for the Lord was like an unstopable blazing fire and so amazing...
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you and may God continue to keep you and bless you.
September 15, 2010
To the Jones family,
There was no other and will be none quite like the Rev. Andrew Jones. This preacher, pastor, and man of God will always be remembered as one full of the Holy Ghost and not ashamed to speak of the goodness of God. I've witnessed him jump from the pulpit to the floor fired up for the Lord. I can only imagine his spirit in Heaven... the angels are rejoicing and he is praising, praising, and praising! Thanks for sharing your husband and father so unselfishly with the entire community.
Christine Elliott Smith
September 15, 2010
I would like to extend heartfelt sympathy on the "going home" of Rev. Jones. He was sincerely a blessing to the Body of Christ and will be missed. I would call him "Shouting John" cause he could shout and make you shout even when you did'nt feel like it. May God continue to bless and keep you all.
Anita Crockett Shell
September 14, 2010
There are just no words right now to express how we feel. Even though we can only imagine how sad the family feel, but it is with no doubt about Rev. Jones jumping and rejoicing to be in heaven. We know he is thinking about his Lorraine and watching over her. Miss him but know in your hearts he is happy. We love you. God will take care of you, and help to mend your broken hearts. Raymond & Shirley Robinson
Leon/Eva Newby &Family
September 14, 2010
Mrs Jones, Sue, Wesley and Family,
Thwere are no way to express what I feel as you know should know what I feel. May the "grace of God" comfort you today and everyday, as our loved ones take their place at the throne. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Nephrew,
Leon, Eva and Family
Dea. and Mrs. Ronnie and Charlotte Jones and family
September 14, 2010
Mrs. Lorraine and Jones family: There aren't enough words in the entire dictionary to discribe such a man as Rev. Andrew Jones!! He was full of love, life and most of all the Holy Spirit!! He displayed such a love of God whereever he went!! There's never been such a peacemaker as himself!! He was real, sincere, and honest.I will always remember the revivals that we shared when he would be the first one to stand and sing a song and pray a prayer or testify as to how good God is!! I can see him rubbing that head and walking through the church, giving God praise!! He has certainly left a legacy for us to follow in this Christian race!! Lebanon Baptist church will have a void for quite a while!! Bless you all and please know from one Jones family to another that we love you and we will really miss "Pop"!!!
Lebanon Baptist Church
September 14, 2010
Rev. Andrew Jones lived the life that he preached to so many about. His kind spirit and undying love for all will be missed. His spirit will live within the hearts of our church family. We pray God's continued blessings upon his family.
Lebanon Baptist Church
Disputanta, VA
Rev. Dr. James L. Barnes, Pastor
Mrs. Linette Ford, Clerk
Carlton & Linette Ford
September 14, 2010
To Mrs. Lorraine and the Jones family we extend or deepest sympathy. Rev. Jones has definitely been an extension of our lives. Our children thought of him as grandaddy and we all loved him dearly. He will be missed by us all, but we know that he is rejoicing in Heaven. May God bless each of you.
DeSharri Jones
September 14, 2010
I love you granddaddy you will truly be missed. Knowing you are where you belong lets me stay strong. You are an amazing man of God. Forever you will stay in my heart.
Love you always
September 14, 2010
To Mrs. Lorraine, Children, Grandchildren, Great-Grandchildren and the entire Jones Family:
On behalf of the Pettaway family we send you our sincere condolences. What an awesome, loving, kind, great man of God. He never treated anyone like a stranger but was so kind to everyone at all times. We were saddened to hear of the loss of this dear Great Man of God. He taught all of us a great lesson on how to be all you could be while you yet live and he was that way always. He LOVED the LORD and showed it in every way. We feel like he was our dad in the absence of our father (C. C. Pettaway) who was one of his best friends. We will surely miss his kindness and caring ways. We all can learn a great lesson from this great man of God. He showed his love for the Lord always. Know that we are here and praying for you all.
The Pettaway Family
Spring Grove, Virginia
Pastor Leon S. Pettaway and Family
Prince George, Virginia
Zaretha Taylor
September 14, 2010
Mr.Jones you were a great man and you loved with all you soul.You are loved by so many hearts you have touched.May you Rest in Peace n continue to watch over all you love one.I never forget how dedicated you are to your grandchildren-you was always there for them and there friends.Thats one oof the sweetest moments I have with you, coming to the rescue.Now you are still watching over your Loved Ones as the Angel in heaven...
Tasha Moore
September 14, 2010
Grandsaddy even though i know you are gone to a better place your memories will live on with me for ever you where then just my granddaddy you where my father i am going to truly miss you may your soul rest in peace
DiMario Graves
September 14, 2010
Granddaddy you filled many generations of our families hearts with love, compasssion, wisdom, guidance, and the goodness of the Lord. You will be forever missed and I know you have seen Lillian(Aunt June) your daughter and you all are dancing around up in Heaven right now. Miss you and love you. Until we meet again in Gloryland, smile upon each of us, be with us at all times, and most of all continue to be that spirit that guides us on an unlighted pathway here one Earth.
Rejoice In Heaven Rev. Andrew Jones
Love,
Mario
LeSha Moore
September 14, 2010
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010
michael grammer
September 13, 2010
mrs jones, snoody, & rest of family mr jones who ive known all my life will be greatly missed . when i was younger me & snoody every weekend would take turns staying with each other. mr jones would have me in the living room every night reading the bible to me, helping me get a better understanding of life. keep your heads up god has a plan for mr jones my mother & father & the rest of the 635 crew in heaven
Diane Jones
September 13, 2010
He was my Pastor at First Baptist Church when I live in Claremont, VA. We spent many Sundays together, after church, at my Granddaddy's house. I saw him recently at First Baptist in Clarement and I asked "How are you? Taking one Day at a time?" He replied, "Honey, I'm taking one minute at a time". It filled my heart with laughter and I shall never forget his joyful presence.
Mrs. Jones and family, may you find comfort in knowing he is undoubtedly with the LORD.
Diane King Jones (Buster King's Granddaughter)
lesha moore
September 13, 2010
Granddad all I can say is that I can't believe u left me I know ur n a much better place where u can rest, rejoice, an watch over us from up above I luv u so much an it just hurts so bad even thou ur gone were still a team im ur Peewee ur ur my Peewee herman clean up who knew thur was the last time id acutally speak to u or see ur beautiful eyes but u know u called me an left a voicemail message ever since june an its still on my phone so glad I can still hear ur voice when im feelin all lost and alone I still have ur voice with me its so unbelievable u were here with me since birth thn eleven days before my bday u were called home I know ur with my auntie Lillian give her a kiss for me it so many thoughts goin thru my mind right now so many things I wish I could say I just wish ur we're here so I could tell u but not in flesh I know ur still close bc I was ur girl an u were my ol man when I need to talk to u I can look up to the heavens an know that ur still listenin an can hear my cry I luf u now an forever more love u always Le'Sha Moore aka Peewee
Dea.Aubrey&Laverne Taylor
September 12, 2010
Our hearts were sadden when we received the news of cousin Andrews passing. It feels like losing another father.I know my Dad (Willie King) is rejoicing because his best friend has finally made it home. God Bless you and continue to be encouraged.
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