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Wilmer Jones Obituary

Wilmer M. Jones VIRGINIA BEACH - Wilmer M. Jones, 71, of the 900 block of Aspen Drive, passed away May 30, 2010 with his family beside him in his home. A native of Norfolk, he was a construction inspector with Virginia Department of Transportation for 38 years. He played softball for Virginia Door Co. and was inducted into the Softball Hall of Fame in 1988. He is survived by his mother, Helen Jones "YaYa" Addams; three children, Michael Jones, Todd Jones and Diane Vincent; and two grandchildren, Chase and Luke. A memorial service will be conducted Thursday, June 3, at 7 p.m. in Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Indian River Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Sentara Hospice. Any donations will be accepted at Sentara Health Foundation, 6015 Poplar Hall Drive, Norfolk, VA 23502. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Jun. 2, 2010.

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Betty Bailey

June 8, 2010

I send my thoughts and prayers to Wilmer's family. He will be missed. God Bless.

Sandy Gallup

June 3, 2010

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

June 3, 2010

Very sorry for your loss. We will be keeping your family in our prayers at this difficult time.
Fred Allen Spivey and family

Riddick Pearce

June 2, 2010

I had not seen Wilmer for many years but was shocked and saddened by his passing. Having worked with him at the "Highway Department" and played ball with him many years ago, I offer my sympathy to the family during this difficult time. I will think of him often in the days ahead. Respectfully, Riddick Pearce (formerly of Suffolk)

Karen Holliday

June 2, 2010

Yes, Wilmer rests in the arms of the Father. Till we meet again in heaven.

Lovingly,
Karen Holliday

Kenny Hartman

June 2, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Jones family during this difficult time. Wilmer will be missed by many, but never forgotten.

Respectully,

Kenny and Kristen Hartman

Karen Holliday

June 2, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. I am very sorry for your loss. I wish you peace and strength during this difficult time. Into the arms of the Father Wilmer rests ?

Most Sincerely,
Karen Holliday
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June 2, 2010

My Condolences to all on the loss of my friend Wilmer. Thinking of family at this time. Sincerely John P. Harrison

Jack Slattery

June 2, 2010

Good neighbor, may you rest in peace with God.

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