Riverton, Utah
1937 - 2014
1937 - 2014
Nancy Christensen Jones passed away peacefully at her home in West Jordan on June 17, 2014. She was born October 10, 1937 in Salina, Utah to Harry H. Christensen and Mildred Gray. Nancy spent her early years attending school in Monroe, Utah and Pioche and Caliente, Nevada. She graduated from Lincoln County High School in Panaca, Nevada in 1955. Nancy married her high school sweetheart, Ron and they were sealed in the St. George LDS Temple for time and for all eternity. They were fortunate to have 58 years together. Nancy graduated from Reno Business College in 1956 with her Executive Secretary Certificate. Following her husband's graduation in 1959, they spent the next 30 years in the United States Army traveling around the world. Nancy was an accomplished musician and shared her musical talents with many piano students over the years. She blessed many with her love of music by leading and directing children's choirs. Nancy was also a devoted scouter, serving many years as a Den Leader and Scout Committee Chairman and held the coveted District Award of Merit and Silver Beaver Awards. She followed in her mother's footsteps as an accomplished seamstress and quilter. Nancy served for many years in numerous locations in the Primary and Relief Society organizations and served as the assistant matron in the Palmyra LDS Temple. In addition, she was the most supportive wife for many years to her husband during his various priesthood callings.
She is survived by her husband Ronald Charles Jones, and her children, Diane (Randy) Roberts, Jackie (Jeff) Smith, Karen (Jeff) Dunn, Brent (Melenee) Jones, Trish (James) Morrison, Bryan (Veronica) Jones, and Brandon (Errin) Jones and 26 grandchildren and 26 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and sister.
Friends and family are invited to attend a funeral service at the West Jordan Mountain View Stake Center at 2901 W. 9000 S., West Jordan Sat. June 21st at 11:00 am. A viewing will be held on Friday, June 20, 2014 from 6-8 pm at the Riverton Larkin Mortuary, 3688 W. 12600 S. and from 9-10:30 prior to the service at the Stake Center.
Dear Bishop Jones (that's how I remember you) Nancy was a huge part of my growing up as a RS sister in Lawton OK. Interesting that I never realized she was almost old enough to be my mother because I never saw her that way -- more like an older cousin with lots of wisdom and fun. I know you miss her, but I also know your testimony will abide. Thank you for helping her be such a great example for me.
Willie Jones Zarate Braudaway
July 07, 2014 | Del Rio, TX
Dearest Jones family, it is with much fondest I recall my association with your family and I was so sad to learn yesterday of Nancy's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. It amazes me how fast time goes by, and how it really doesn't seem so long ago rthat we were kids in Lawton. Hugs to all of you!
Tammy Lunnen Clark
July 01, 2014 | St George, UT
Dear President Jones, We were so sorry to hear about Sister Jones' passing. We enjoyed the time you spent in New York. The Dutch oven cooking conversations. Sister Jones loved being with her family I remember one Relief Society meeting when we talked about your family gatherings during General Conference. Our prayers are with you and your family. Gary and Geri Morse
June 23, 2014
Dear President Jones,
I was sad and surprised to learn of Sister Jones passing. How grateful Lynn and I were to be able to work with both of you in the Palmyra Temple. We learned much. Thank you for your love, grand service and influence. Those days and memories are priceless.
Much love,
Sister Kaye Wallace
June 22, 2014
Dear Ron, We are so sad to hear of Nancy's passing. We think of you two so very often. We have such great memories of the two of you. We are so glad you came to Palmyra to share your lives with us. We treasure the time we spent with you. Our home is always open if you ever come our way again. Our prayers are with you dear friend. Love always, Greg & Dee Amsden
Dee Amsden
June 20, 2014 | Palmyra, NY
Dear President Jones, Denise and I express our deepest love for you at this time of loss. We are indebted to you and your dear companion for all which you did to help us serve in the Palmyra Temple. Your noble examples of service will always be long remembered and much appreciated. May you take comfort in the Lord's plan of happiness and companionship with Him and those whom we love. May God bless you, our friend. Denise and Bruce Strassburg
Bruce Strassburg
June 20, 2014 | Wilson, NY
Dear Ron
Nancy was a continuous inspiration to everyone with her charm and
Gentle spirit, a gracious lady respected and admired by all who knew and loved her.
She was a sweet Lady, sister, daughter, wife, mother, aunt, grandmother and friend
She flew up to Heaven on the wings of angels,
by the clouds and stars where no one sees.
She walks with Jesus with her loved ones waiting,
We know she's smiling saying,
I'll see you again, I love you
Please don't worry...
Sandra Eatchel
June 20, 2014 | West Jordan, UT
Pres. Jones, Lloyd and I just heard of Sister
Jones passing. We have love Sister Jones
since we first met her. She taught me so
much and I loved serving with her in Palmyra for two years. We send our dearest
condolences to you and your family. Hope
we will be able to come to the viewing and
the funeral. We loved you both.
all our love Lloyd and Karen Thorsted
June 19, 2014
Dear Ron and Family,
We have loved Nancy since we first met her at the Palmyra Temple as
missionaries . She was always most pleasant and encouraging.
We know you will miss her precense terribly, but hope it will bring you comfort in knowing the wonderful impact she has had in our lives. We will long remember the great times we had in Palmyra.
Love you so much. Neil and Sharon Decker
June 19, 2014
