Helen Jones Woods

Helen Jones Woods

Helen Jones Woods Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 10, 2020.
Helen Jones Woods was a pioneering jazz trombonist who played with the historic integrated all-female jazz band the International Sweethearts of Rhythm during the 1940s.

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August 15, 2020

Most definitely a trailblazer and a talented musician. My heart goes out to the Jones, Woods families, so very sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort be with all of you as you endure such a very difficult time.

Johnson

August 15, 2020

Dear Woods Family,
I’m sorry for your loss, please accept my condolences. May the God of all comfort be with all of you during this time.

August 14, 2020

May the memories carry you through this very difficult time.My condolences to the family May God fulfill his promise of binding up the broken hearted( Isa 61:1)

JE. Sowell

August 12, 2020

An incredible group of talent! I did not know about this amazing jazz group. All women! Sincere condolences to the family of Ms. Helen Woods. Sending prayers and words of comfort.

K Thomas

August 12, 2020

My sincere condolences to Ms. Woods family & friends may the God who comforts us in all our trials be with you all.

August 11, 2020

My condolences

Jan Deer

August 11, 2020

May the memories carry you through this very difficult time.My condolences to the family. May God fulfill his promise of binding up the brokenhearted. (Isa 61:1.)

Cas

August 11, 2020

My sincere condolences to the family of Helen Jones Woods so sorry for your loss,may the God of all comfort strengthen and continue to comfort your family during this most difficult time.

David C

August 10, 2020

Deepest heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Helen Jones Woods at her passing. May her rich legacy lift your hearts and spirit and may the God of all comfort strengthen and sustain you.

Michael C

August 10, 2020

So very sorry to hear about the passing of Helen Jones Woods. She lived a very interesting life during a turbulent time. Yet she grew, blossomed and made her mark in the world. Deep heartfelt condolences to her family and friends and May the God of all comfort lift your hearts and spirit with his everlasting promise.

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