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MINNIE JONES Obituary
GREENVILLE — Minnie Jones, age 86, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away at 2:50 a.m. on Thursday, March 12, 2015, at Wayne HealthCare in Greenville.
Minnie was born May 19, 1928, in Barbourville, Kentucky, to the late Lee and America (Swafford) Riley.
Minnie is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law, Pauline and Bud Tackett of Greenville, Carol and Jim Piper of Celina and Ruth Lines of Greenville; grandchildren, Russell and Jenny Tackett of Ludlow Falls, Jennifer and Aron McClain of Georgetown, Kentucky, Stephanie and Dan Clausing of St. Marys, Bart and Whitney Piper of Celina, Sheryl Roadcap of Piqua and Donald and Angie Roadcap of Troy; 14 great-grandchildren; brother and sister-in-law, Homer and Ruby Riley of Dayton; special friend, Martha Barnes of Greenville; special thanks to Pastor Tom and Deb Hamblin of Sidney; and numerous family members.
In addition to her parents, Minnie was also preceded in death by her husband, Russell Jones on Sept. 15, 1996, whom she married Jan. 29, 1948; great-grandson, Damian Bumgarner; brothers, John C. Riley, Hobert Riley and Elmer Riley; and sisters, Chelsia Mitchell and Martha Darnell.
Minnie was a homemaker. She was a member of Hickory Grove Baptist Church in Darke County.
A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville with Pastor Tim Hamilton officiating. Burial will follow in Forest Hills Memorial Gardens in Tipp City. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 2 to 6 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Hickory Grove Baptist Church in care of Pastor Tom Hamblin 11472 County Road 70, Quincy, Ohio 43343. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com
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Charlene Thornhill
March 16, 2015
Minnie was a beautiful lady - we will miss her.
Favorite Sisterinlaw
March 15, 2015
Thinking of you all and sending condolences....
Ramona Green
March 15, 2015
Prayers of Comfort & Peace with the Family
Martha Weber
March 14, 2015
Dear family, the first time I met your mom she was very kind to me and she became very dear to me also. I met her through Elder Jim Hamblin. She took me in just like a member of the church when I first went to the Hickory Grove United Baptist Church. I will always remember her and her kindness to a stranger and becoming a friend. My deep sorrow for you and all. Let the peace that Jesus gives come to you at this time. May you find comfort in knowing that she is at home at last. I am sorry I can't come to the viewing on March 15. I wish I could come and give you my love. But accept this as my love to you and your love ones. May God bless you and comfort you at this time. Psalm 116:15 Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints. I hope this gives you comfort. With Christian love.
Lexus Quality Control
March 14, 2015
Our thoughts are with her family at this difficult time.
Vicki Van der Veen
March 14, 2015
I always liked aunt Minnie. Minnie was a friendly lady who made you feel special to her. I remember the Christmas dinners at mamaw Riley s house. Minnie was a wonderful cook, her chicken and dumplings were terrific, as well as her fudge. She was a down to earth lady, and also, my mamaw s( Alta) one dearest friend and more than just a sister in law. I hope papaw(Elmer) is with her now cutting up and laughing with her, and I can hear Russell and papaw talking about hunting just like they always did. May Jesus return very soon so we can all never have to say goodbye again. Vicki (Riley) Van der Veen..Sacramento, CA
Amy Gessler
March 13, 2015
I'm so sorry for your loss. Minnie was always a joy in the salon. Keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Pam & Randy Stower
March 13, 2015
Thinking of our friends Pauline and Bud, we send our condolences to you all.
It is very difficult to lose your momma, no matter how old she was.
May your grief be brief, and may your mom now rest in the arms of Jesus forever
Praying...........
Stephanie Clausing
March 12, 2015
Grandma, I just know your reunion with Grandpa, your parents and family is the most beautiful thing! What a wonderful place you are now. Thank you for all of your love and patience. You will be missed by all of us.
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