Tonet Vanessa Jones ROBINSON

Tonet Vanessa Jones ROBINSON

Tonet ROBINSON Obituary

Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Nov. 13, 2009.
ROBINSON, Tonet Vanessa Jones, was born May 6, 1968. She went to rest with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on November 9, 2009. She was preceded in death by her sister, Melinda Jones. She is survived by her loving children, Briana and Elliot Robinson of Richmond; her parents, George Calvin Jones and Sadie Belle Jones of Gloucester; three sisters, Carla Ruffin of Gloucester, Patricia Jones of Newport News and Gail Holley of Richmond; two nieces; four nephews and one great-niece. The funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, November 14, 2009 at the New Mount Zion Baptist Church, Woods Cross Roads. Interment in the church cemetery. Viewing will be 2 p.m. to 8 p.m., with the family receiving friends from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday at the J.K. Redmond Funeral Home.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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November 25, 2009

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November 25, 2009

Kristin Brown posted to the memorial.

November 24, 2009

Justine Elliott posted to the memorial.

November 25, 2009

Dear Elliott, Briana, and family,
We are saddened to hear about your loss. Your mom was soooo funny and always kept things positive. We enjoyed spending time with her at softball and baseball games. Please accept our deepest condolences. The Batalias family. Melinda, Tom, Nikolas, Marina, and Caroline.

Kristin Brown

November 25, 2009

From the Brown family I send you peace and love through this hard time.

Justine Elliott

November 24, 2009

From the Elliott family, we send our condolences to you. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Briana, if you need a friend just call.

Adam Whiting Jr.

November 24, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Staci Dougherty

November 23, 2009

Dear Elliott and Briana,

I feel so bad, I just tonight found out about your mom. I am so sorry we were not there for you and your family during this time. I know you already know this but your mom was one terrific lady! She will be missed terribly as will you guys at den and pack meetings. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers as you move forward with your mom in your hearts.

Karen Charlotte

November 16, 2009

Dear Elliott, Briana, and family,
My heart and prayers go out to you in this sad time. I worked with Tonet for the last 5 years and admired her greatly. I wish I could have known her better before she had to leave us. I know you do and will miss her terribly, but I also know the love of your family and your God will help sustain you in the days and months ahead.
With deep sympathy,

Tonya Hall

November 15, 2009

To the Robinson Famil,

On behalf of the Reams Rams Athletic Association, we would like to send our condolences to your family. Tonet was a wonderful and caring mother and she will truly be missed. Briana and Elliot are a part of our family and our hearts and prayers are with them. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you all.

With Heartfelt Sympathy,


Tonya Hall
Reams Rams Athletic Association

November 15, 2009

MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL AT THIS TIME OF SORROW. I WORKED WITH TONET AT MCV AND WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER HER LAUGH AND BEAUTIFUL SMILE :)
GOD BLESS..
PATTI HOWLE

Tammie Johnson

November 14, 2009

Carla, Patricia, Gail, Mr. & Mrs. Jones and Family:

I'm truly sorry to hear of Tonet's passing. May God continue to bless you and your family during your time of sorrow. May you find comfort in the word of God. God Bless.

Tara Corbin-Gardner

November 14, 2009

Carla, Gail, and Patricia,

I am so sorry for the loss of your sister. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Always cherish those special memories you shared with Tonet.

Deborah Bolling

November 14, 2009

Tonet's Perioperative Family extends our sincere prayers and condolences to each of you during this time of sadness and sorrow. We will always cherish those special moments with Tonet and carry those memories in our hearts. VCUHS Perioperative Surgical Services

Kelley Redmon-Williams

November 14, 2009

To The Jones and Extended Family,

It is with my deepest sympathies and most sincere resolve that my family offers its warmest thoughts and prayers during this time of sorrow.

It will be hard for each of you but continue with your faith and prayers and God will bring you through stronger and with a better understanding.

Bless You All!

Frances Willis

November 13, 2009

Sadie & Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and everyone in our family during this time of grief. May God bless all of you during this time of sorrow.

-The Willis Family

Patricia Witherspoon

November 13, 2009

Patricia and family,
My heart felt prayers are with you and yours. May you find peace and strength with the Lord.

Patricia Witherspoon

Angella Gregory

November 13, 2009

Calvin,Sadie and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you now and during your time of grief. May God be with you during this sorrowful time.

Angella Gregory

November 13, 2009

Patricia Jones and Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God provide you strength and peace at this time.

Jacqueline Beard

November 13, 2009

Patricia and family,
May God be with you always especially in times like these.Our thoughts and prayers are with you.God Bless you all.
Carolyn Andrews

Lisa Kelley

November 13, 2009

Carla, Patricia and Mr&Mrs Jones and Family. May you find peace and comfort through the comforter in your time of need. If I can be of assistance in anyway please do not hesitate to call me.

November 13, 2009

To Patrica & Carla,
My heart goes out to you. Pay God continue to comfort you during this difficult time. Remember the good times. Your sister is at peace. Take care of eachother & the rest of the family especially your niece and nephew. If there is anything you need please, please don't hestiate to ask.

Love you both,
Nicole Robinson

November 13, 2009

Patricia and Family I am sorry for your loss. Just rest assure to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.

Danna L. Mobley, Suffolk, Virgina

November 13, 2009

Calvin and Family,
We are truly sorry to hear of the passing of Tonet. We know that God is in control of our lives. If we can do anything for you and the family please feel free to call on us. Our hearts and prayers go out for you.


Love and Prayers ,
Roger, Augustine and Family

Daisy Williams, MCV

November 13, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with your family in this time of mourning. Tonet was a wonderful friend and co-worker. She will be missed immensely.

Angela Jones

November 13, 2009

We will keep your family in our prayers during this time. May God comfort you with the lost of your daughter,and sister. We Love You guys.

Karen Chambers

November 13, 2009

Briana and Elliot I pray for comfort for you all and healing as you grow. The softball team, basketball team and baseball team.
I know your MOM was the BEST......
If I can help please let me know Daijah and the Chambers Family

Mary & Yvette Francis/ Kennedy

November 13, 2009

Briana and Elliot,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We are here for you and love you. Know that God is with you and all things work out for the good. Be Blessed and be encouraged.

LINDA JOHNSON

November 13, 2009

CARLA,PATRICA,AND FAMILY,
SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE LOST OF YOUR SISTER. MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU.PRAYING FOR YOU.

November 13, 2009

Elliot,
I'm very sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.

Pamela Brown,
2nd Grade Teacher

Tiffany Redcross

November 12, 2009

Carla, Gail, Patricia and Family,
Sorry to hear about the loss of your sister, Tonet. Praying for peace and comfort for all you during this time.

DEBBIE HICKS

November 12, 2009

BLESSING TO ALL OF YOU MAY GOD BE WITH YOU ALL.

HESTER CHAVIS

November 12, 2009

MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU ALL. PRAYING FOR YOU.

Gilbert Smith

November 12, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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