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Odessa Jones Obituary

ODESSA B. JONES, 76 ROCKFORD - Odessa B. Jones, 76, of Rockford de-parted this earthly life Monday, Nov. 24, 2008, in her home after a short illness. Born Sept. 25, 1932, in Memphis, Tenn., the daughter of Elijah and Daisy Evans. She lived in Rockford since 1984, coming from Chicago. Married Rufus Jones Sr. on Aug. 12, 1954, in Memphis; he preceded her in death. She was last employed as a CNA by Osteopathic Hospital in Chicago, several years before becoming a domestic engineer. Odessa was a member of Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church. She graduated from Bonanza High in Memphis, later to attend Malcolm X College in Chicago. Odessa leaves to cherish many loving memories, sons, Rufus (Sharon) Jones Jr., Michael Jalil (Annette) Jones and Keith (Telquila) Jones; daughters, Daisy Herring, LaJoyce (Michael) Safford, Linda (Bruce) Phillips, Patricia (George) Robinson, Sheila Y. Anderson, Karen L. Jones; 17 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; sister, Christine Conkling; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Predeceased by husband; son, Charles Anderson Jr.; granddaughter; parents; sister, Sophronia Evans; and brother, Elijah Evans Jr. Service at 1:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 28, in Carl E. Ponds Funeral Home, 2429 W. State St., with visitation from 11:30 a.m. to time of service. Burial in Cedar Bluff Cemetery.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from Nov. 26 to Dec. 2, 2008.

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Kathy Franke

December 1, 2008

Sheila~I am so sorry about your Mom and very sorry I couldn't be there for you. My heart aches for you and your family as I know she was your best friend. Our mothers were great people and the memories will make us strong and made us what we are today. You are great and I will always cherish your mother bringing you to me.
Love, Franke

Cheena Wright

November 28, 2008

Sheila and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my prayers. I'll always remember you mother's beautiful smile.

Emma Sharp

November 27, 2008

To the Jones Family, Earth has no sorrow that Heaven can't heal. Just know that our God will give you strength for your journey. Hold on to the memories that Odessa has left for you. Christine and Family, Just remember you will get to see your love one again, because God promised.

Sherriod, Sha'non, Shawn, Sha'mir Bolden

November 27, 2008

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Virgina Roberson

November 27, 2008

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Carolyn Davis

November 27, 2008

Mrs. Odessa, will live on in the hearts of everyone who loved her, as she will live in mines. I'm sorry for your loss.

Mark and Rosann Cassioppi

November 26, 2008

Odessa touched many lives with her compassion, love, great strength, and wisdom. Her neighbors and friends will surely miss her. All our love Mark, Rosann and Aunt Rae

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