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Cherie Jones Obituary
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April 11, 1970-
April 28, 2013
Waverly Hall, Georgia- Cherie Knight Jones, 43, of Waverly Hall, GA died Sunday, April 28, 2013 at Columbus Hospice House.
Funeral services will be 6:00 P.M. Tuesday, April 30, 2013 at Striffler - Hamby Mortuary, Macon Road Chapel. Rev. Lee Thompson will officiate with a private interment in Parkhill Cemetery. The family will receive friends Tuesday from 4 P.M. until 6 P.M. at the funeral home.
Mrs. Jones was born April 11, 1970 in Roanoke, VA the daughter of the late Arthur F. Knight, Jr. and the late Barbara Pate Knight. She had lived in Columbus most of her life. She was a member of Waverly Hall Baptist Church where she taught GA's and was active in Vacation Bible School.
Mrs. Jones was a teacher in the Muscogee County School District at Double Churches Middle School where she coached the Science Olympiad Team and was named Teacher of the Year 2009 - 2010 at DCMS. She was a graduate of Hardaway High School, Columbus State University, and Troy University where she received a Specialist's Degree in math, language arts, reading, science, and social studies. Cherie was gifted certified and certified teacher support specialist.
Survivors include her husband, Todd L. Jones; a brother, Arthur Franklin Knight, III and his wife, Wendi Hall Knight; their children, Tinsley McCall Knight, Ruthie Pate Knight, Arthur F. Knight, IV, Adiella Rose Knight, William Asher Knight, and Lacy Jane Knight.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to St. Jude, American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 29427, Atlanta, GA 30359, or Columbus Hospice (www.columbushospice.com)
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Memories and Condolences
for Cherie Jones
Debra Spann
May 21, 2013
Todd,
Last night I was shocked to learn of Cherie's passing. She came to work a year after myself at Daniel Middle School, when she first started teaching. I had the priviledge to work with an get to know her there. We were at separate schools for the last fifteen years, but saw each other at workshops. I last spoke with Cherie at a workshop last June.
You were truly blessed to have her as your wife. She radiated peace, and joy all around. She was a beautiful lady inside and out; always smiling, never complaining! What rare qualities she exhibited.
You will be in my prayers, that the Holy Spirit, our Comforter will wrap around you, keeping you in peace, and only fond memories of the 23 years you spend together.
Debra Johnson-Spann
Mike and Lisa Gilmer
May 13, 2013
Todd, You are in our prayers. We know the pain you feel all to well. Even though I didn't know her well, I've heard what a wonderful teacher she was and how she was a blessing to all her students. Mike and I are here if you need anything.
Michelle Oliver-Teel
May 11, 2013
Todd, I wanted to tell you how sorry I am for your loss. Cheri was my cousin and though we had not kept in touch over the years, I never forgot what a sweet and beautiful girl she was. I pray you can take comfort knowing she is at peace now and pain free sitting at the feet of God. My thoughts and prayers are for peace, comfort and healing for you and Art and the rest of the family.
Love...Michelle Oliver Teel
May 8, 2013
Dear Todd, I was so saddened by Cherie's passing. I know you loved her so much, althugh I only met her once I could see how much she loved you and how she packed your lunch everyday was so special. Wish I could say the words that would ease your pain, you were a wonderful husband. You will continue to be in my prayers and thoughts. Love you Mary Murphy
Christie Rudd (Birch)
May 6, 2013
I went to Hardaway with Cherie. Although I haven't seen her since graduation, I remember her as a happy girl. My condolences to you and your family.
Anastasia George
May 4, 2013
Mrs.Jones was a very good teacher.I use to be so ready y to come to here class just so she can teach me how to learn. Mrs.Jones you are in my prayers.
Vicki Wood
May 2, 2013
Cherie can never be replaced. I will never stop missing her.
Carole Rose-Motes
May 2, 2013
I'm so sorry Todder!You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Love ,
Carole Rose-Motes
Amy Siggers
May 2, 2013
Todd, I am so sorry to hear of Cherie's passing. When I talked to her on Easter I had no idea this was so iniment. She was a beautiful person inside and out and I always looked forward to seeing her! You are in my thoughts and prayers daily. Cherie was and is so loved by so many.
Phelicia Abrams
May 1, 2013
I will miss my co-worker at DCMS..always greeted me with that sunshine smile and encouraging words..now you can smile forever Cherie.
Ashleigh Siggers
May 1, 2013
Todd,
You have been and will continue to be in our prayers. We are so very sorry.
All our love,
Jonathan and Ashleigh Siggers
May 1, 2013
"To My Wife" Cherie we've been together for such a long time,you always have been in my heart and always on my mind. We've seen the worst and we have seen the best, just remember our long walks hand in hand and forget the rest. I never dreamed i would mary a lady as sweet as you, the closer we got you helped me see all the gray skies turn blue. You have been my wife for 23 years, oh how i will miss you and surely shed many tears. People say home is where the heart is, and i would say this is true, no matter, where i go now my heart will be missing you! Oh how our love has grown day by day, we learned so much about each other along the way. We learned to give and we learned to receive, the greatest gift of all God taught us to believe. You are my love and my best friend, my heart will ache until i see you again. Oh how you worried about so many things, but now you can rest in peace and hear the angels sing! I LOVE YOU!!
Todd Jones
May 1, 2013
"To My Wife" Cherie we've been together for such a long time,you always have been in my heart and always on my mind. We've seen the worst and we have seen the best, just remember our long walks hand in hand and forget the rest. I never dreamed i would mary a lady as sweet as you, the closer we got you helped me see all the gray skies turn blue. You have been my wife for 23 years, oh how i will miss you and surely shed many tears. People say home is where the heart is, and i would say this is true, no matter, where i go now my heart will be missing you! Oh how our love has grown day by day, we learned so much about each other along the way. We learned to give and we learned to receive, the greatest gift of all God taught us to believe. You are my love and my best friend, my heart will ache until i see you again. Oh how you worried about so many things, but now you can rest in peace and hear the angels sing! I LOVE YOU!!
May 1, 2013
Todd, you have our sincere sympathy during this difficult time. Ken and Jennie Payne
Todd Jones
May 1, 2013
"To My Beautiful Wife" I will miss you from the bottom of my heart! I was blessed for 23 years to have you for my wife! The other 1/2 of my heart died with you! You have touched so many lives and for that you left a legacy of Love,Gentleness and kindness! No more suffering! Rest in peace! I will see you Again!!!! I LOVE YOU SO MUCH!!!!! Heaven has gained another Angel!
Myra, David, Joey, and Haley Garrett
May 1, 2013
Our deepest condolences go out to the family. All 3 of my children had the opportunity to be taught and work with Ms Jones in Science Olympiad at DCMS. She will be missed!!
Lynda & Ted Rogers
May 1, 2013
Thinking of you Todd and Art. She is with her Mother and Daddy and in a much better place. She will be missed by many. God bless you and you are in our prayers.
Connie Williams
May 1, 2013
I just heard about Cherie and my heart is broken for you. I hope it will help to know how many friends you have that share your grief. She was a very special person and touched many lives in a very special way. She was loved and so are you.
Stephanie Cupit Lee
April 30, 2013
Todd prayers to you and your family,
Bill & Jean Smith
April 30, 2013
Todd, Our thoughts and prayer are with you in this time of sorrow. We have great memories of Cherie. May the Love of God and fond memories sustain you in the coming days and years.
Lori Moser
April 30, 2013
Cherie fought hard and did everything right. I am so sad that she passed. She was a beautiful person, and touched a lot of hearts. To Cherie's husband and loved ones, may God be with you. Rest in peace Cherie. You and your family are in my prayers. It was an honor to know you.
Barbara Kimbro
April 30, 2013
After I retired from MCSD in 1999, I substituted at DCMS for many years. Cherie was ALWAYS so nice to me when I subbed, no matter which team nor teacher! When I would sub for her, she was so organized and prepared for a sub. I don't know of many teachers who loved their job anymore than Cherie did. I dearly loved her. I had not seen her in several years and am saddened to hear of her passing. I know it is a sad day at DCMS. She is with GOD now, and will teach all the little Angels. Blessings! Barbara
Tammie Anderson
April 30, 2013
I am very saddened by the news of Cherie's passing. She was such an inspiration to me when I was her understudy during my student-teaching experience (Fall 2010). She always made sure that my lesson plans were properly written and presented. I remember her love for her students and staff members. She will be missed greatly.
Abigail Bouldin
April 30, 2013
I'm so glad I got to meet Cherie Jones, she was a wonderful teacher and Science Olympiad coach. She will be deeply missed by myself and everyone else she taught.
Kim Hughes Rogers
April 30, 2013
Todd, I'm so sorry for your loss. Cherie was such a wonderful person. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kenya Gilmore
April 30, 2013
Cherie greeted us all daily with a beautiful smile and an open heart. DCMS will forever remember the light she let shine in all of our lives. Cherie will be greatly missed by the students, coworkers, and friends whose lives she touched with a kind word or a smile
Forever in our thoughts and prayers.....
April 30, 2013
Mr. and Mrs Ken Payne Sr. Columbus, Ga.
Janet Jamieson
April 30, 2013
I had the pleasure of working with Cherie in connection with the
Science Olympiad, she worked hard for her students. Thoughts and prayers to Cherie's family.
Kim, Bill & Jessie Gibson
April 30, 2013
Cherie was such a positive influence and a wonderful teacher to Jessie at DCMS. We still have the "Steve Irwin Crocodile Hunter" project that Jessie did for her class in 2006. We are terribly sad to hear this news. We feel so blessed that she was a part of our lives during our DCMS years. She was a true gem.
Chris Bouldin
April 30, 2013
Cherie, you were a great teacher and friend to all of us. We miss you.
The Bouldins: Tom, Chris, Laurel, Abbie and Mitchell
Sheila Bloodworth
April 30, 2013
Todd, Thinking of you. Keeping you and your family in my prayers
Michelle Faircloth
April 30, 2013
Thinking of you Todd and sending prayers to you and your family!
Connie Combs
April 29, 2013
Sending prayers to Mrs. Jones' family. My children were blessed and privileged to have her for a teacher. She was a wonderful teacher who cared for her students. I will remember her for the encouragement and compassion she showed to my children.
Melanie Whitten Knight
April 29, 2013
Todd... You and family are in my prayers.
April 29, 2013
Warm memories of Cherie will always be in our hearts. God bless you, Todd, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Kandy and Stan Hughes,(Colorado Springs)
April 29, 2013
Thinking so much about you and your families right now. Sending prayers and good wishes. Ellen Graham Weeren
Kelly Sewell
April 29, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you Todd. Cherie was a beautiful, wonderful friend with a heart of gold.
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