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Zela Jones Obituary
Zela Dell Aman Jones passed away peacefully at her home in Conroe, Texas at the age of 89. She was born March 19, 1931 in Thornton, Texas to James Bascom and Maybelle Hudson Aman. Zela married Dearing Estes Jones on June 30, 1951 in Thornton, Texas. She received her LVN degree from Poly Ryon School of Vocational Nurses and, later, worked for Sadler Clinic and Owens Corning.
Zela was an active member of Thee Evergreen Church. She enjoyed Bible study, gardening, crafts, riding her bike and helping in the children's ministry at church.
She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Maybelle Aman; and husband, Dearing Jones.
Zela is survived by her children, James Dearing Jones of Conroe, TX; Johnny Miller Jones and wife, Jenny of San Antonio, TX, David Michael Jones and wife, Tami of New Braunfels, TX and Robin Elizabeth Truelove and husband, Kenneth of Willis, TX; grandchildren, Julie Cratty and family of New Jersey, Amy Pardue and family of Houston, TX, Jacob Mitchell Jones and family of Shavano Park, TX, Lauren Ballard and family of Fulshear, TX, Patrick Brennan of San Antonio, TX Bethany Hanusch and family of Martindale, TX, John Jones of Phoeniz, AZ, Kelsey Moorhouse and family of Houston, TX and Courtney Truelove of Willis, TX; 15 great grandchildren; and sister, Geraldine Ariano of Thornton, TX.
A family graveside service was held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 14, 2020 in the Thornton Cemetery with Pastor John Davidhizer officiating.
Please visit www.blair-stubbs.com to leave the family a message of condolence or sign the guest book.
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Ginny&Ed Porrata
April 18, 2020
May God hold you all closely at this time- wishing you sweet memories of your mom to flood your heart.
Jimmy Perkins
April 17, 2020
I am so sorry to heard about your mom's passing. She was always a breath of fresh air when she came to my store. May God give y'all peace and fill your hearts with love !!
Alice Coker
April 16, 2020
Zela was one of a kind. Always that beautiful smile and encouragement. Thanks be to God that I knew Zela and Dearing at a time in my life where they ministered to me and my family.
Brett and Cari Spiares
April 15, 2020
We are so very sorry for your loss. We pray that God will comfort you and give you peace.
Bob Price
April 15, 2020
One of the sweetest most caring person I have ever known. She was like my mom. Always looking out for my well being. What a great friend and neighbor. I will miss you greatly. Bob
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