Jacksonville, Florida
JONES Funeral service for Mr. Lewis William Jones, age 68, will be held at 10AM, Thursday, July 12, 2007 at Bethel Baptist Institutional Church, 215 Bethel Baptist St., Dr. Rudolph W. McKissick Sr., and Dr. Rudolph W. McKissick Jr., Pastors. Bishop Rufus H. Jones, Pastor of the House of God Temple #4 will serve as Eulogist. Mr. Jones of 1943 W. 20th St. peacefully passed away July 2, 2007 in Shands Hospital. A Jacksonville native, Mr. Jones was employed by the International Longshoremen's Association as a refrigeration mechanic until he retired in 1999 after 32 years. Other affiliations include ILA-Local #1408 where he served as a Union Trustee for over ten years. Lewis Jones, or "The Bread Man", as he was affectionately known, served the homeless and the aging for more than ten years. He was the Head of the Trustee Board for the House of God Temple #4 for 15 years. Mr. Jones was a church Deacon, worked diligently on his church's outreach ministry for over 10 years, and was a promoter of Gospel music for 25 years. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Tommie M. Jones; mother, Mrs. Ella L. Jones; daughters, Ms. Penelope A. Jones, Ms. Alexis C. Jones, and Mrs. Beverly C. Stergis (Felton, Sr.); grandchildren, Felton Stergis, Jr. and Kimberly Stergis; great-granddaughter, Miss Albrianna Simpson; sisters, Ms. Shirley J. Clemmons and Mrs. Rosa L. Johnson (Willie); brothers, Luther, Jr., Allen R. (Catherine), Arthur L. (Betty), Bishop Rufus H. (Donna), Elder Kermit D. (Melva), and Glenn P. (Genobia) Jones; seven brothers-in-law and 6 sisters-in-law; goddaughter, Ms. Carrie Chandler; a number of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. A Victory Service for Mr. Jones will be held in the mortuary WEDNESDAY from 4PM until 5:30PM, followed by visitation of friends from 6PM until 8PM. Visitation will continue Thursday at the church from 9AM until the hour of service. Interment will be in the Edgewood Cemetery. The cortege will assemble at the residence under the direction of ALPHONSO WEST MORTUARY,INC., 4409 Soutel Dr. (904) 766-9671. Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.com
Oh what a joy and blessing it is to know one who loves the Lord. Lewis has been a father figure , mentor,leader, friend but most of all a servant of the most high God. He will be truly missed but we have that blessed assurance that if we accept Christ as our Lord and Savior, we shall meet again someday.
Anthony Davis
July 28, 2007 | Jacksonville, FL
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
carolyn reed
July 19, 2007 | Jacksonville, FL
Mrs. Tommy, Penny and Lexis:
You are in our prayers during this celebration time. For it is truly a celebration, for we are certain that "Mr. Lewis" knew Christ and is certainly in the presence of the Lord! We glorify and magnify our Lord and Savior for the gifts of salvation and everlasting life! May the Holy Ghost give you comfort as you surely shall heal!
Love always your neighbors and friends.
Mrs. Lucille Clayton, Glenda McCollors-Sassnett & Family, Janice...
G. Rahab McCollors-Sassnett
July 17, 2007 | Jacksonville, FL
Pop Pop,
Destini and I will truly miss you, I really appreciate you being
a really great neighbor really more
like family. Pookie (destini) will
definitely miss helping you in the
yard and going different places with just you and her and Brie brie
put GOD had a better plan and the
memorie will live on, we shall never forget you and will watch out
for Miss. Tommie and the rest of the family.
Lichele Amaker
July 17, 2007 | Jax, FL
Mr.& Mrs. Charles Pough & family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
James & Carol Mann
July 11, 2007 | Jacksonville
Verily, verily, I say unto you, he that believeth on me hath everlasting life. John 6:47
Your Family is in our thoughts and Prayers. The Bowman Family
Sharon Bowman-Collins
July 11, 2007 | Jacksonville
TO THE JONES FAMILY, WE ARE SADDENED OF THE PASSING OF DEACON LEWIS JONES, WE WILL ALWAYS LOVE AND CHERISH OUR MEMORIES OF LEWIS, MAY THE BLESSING OF GOD BE WITH YOU ALL. PAT SAPP & SAPP FAMILY ( JACKSONVILLE, FL.
July 11, 2007
Our hearts go out to the Jones family, we were very sadden to learn of Lewis' passing. Weeping may endure for a night but Joy will come in the morning.
Boston Family
July 11, 2007 | FL
To the Jones Family,
May God heal and strenghten your hearts.
Katherine Brown & Family
July 11, 2007 | Jacksonville, FL
