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Marilee Jones Obituary
She leaves to cherish her memory her son Kim Alan Jones (Lin) of Richmond; one foster sister, Beatrice Ramsey (Bobby) of York; three god-daughters: Freda Macklin, Aleta Dorm and Jordan Ewing; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Homegoing services will be held on Saturday, May 11, 2019 at 11:00AM with viewing from 9-11AM at New Hope Baptist Church of Paoli. Interment will take place on May 13 at Lebanon Cemetery, York, PA.
Uplifting Life services are being provided by DeBaptiste Funeral Homes, Inc., West Chester, 610-696-4812, www.DeBaptiste.com
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Heather Eppley Robinson
June 29, 2021
Mrs. Jones was my 5th grade teacher in 1977-78 and it was one of my favorite years in school. She is the reason I became a teacher, and not coincidentally, most of my career has been in 5th grade. I was fortunate to keep in touch with her over the years, and exchange Christmas cards. I wanted to talk to her today, so started searching, but sadly found this page. One of the most wonderful memories I have happened in 1993 in my first year of teaching 5th grade in Philadelphia. My mom brought her into my classroom at John Barry Elementary, where she met and inspired my students, who thought she was the greatest! They dubbed her their, "Grand-fifth grade teacher," which she loved. Rest in Peace, Mrs. Jones
May 14, 2019
We offer our condolences. We pray in your behalf, and we offer the hope of seeing our loved ones on a Paradise earth. Psm 37:29
Adrenna Glover
May 11, 2019
In loving memory of Cousin Marilee. Much Love, Cousin Trudy Williams Grimes and Family
Rob Hancock
May 10, 2019
Mrs. Jones was my 2nd Grade teacher at Mary C. Howse Elementary during the 1981-82 school year, and I will never forget her. Looking back I remember her as firm yet fair. She was demanding of us in a good way: demanding each of us to meet or exceed our potential, and her behavioral expectations. Every one of my classmates will remember her warning as to what would happen if we riled her anger: "I'll be shooting fire and spitting nails!" More importantly, Mrs. Jones was nurturing in that she held us to high standards of moral and ethical character and student performance. Through her fine example she laid the groundwork for us to become productive adults. Her care for us extended beyond the classroom--she insisted on holding parent-teacher conferences in our homes. At the time this seemed extremely obtrusive; however, I now realize these visits probably provided her with significant information that enabled her to tailor her instruction to our individual needs. For me, Mrs. Jones fed my love for science--astronomy in particular--and put up with my fascination with the NASA Space Shuttle program. I told her at the end of the school year that she was my favorite teacher. I distinctly remember her saying "thank you, but you'll have a lot more teachers to come." She was correct, but she remains within the several "favorites" in my list. My family and I extend our deepest sympathy at her loss. Thank you, Mrs. Jones, for being a fantastic teacher. May God bless you and your family.
Barbara Hancock
May 9, 2019
Mrs Jones was my sons Second Grade teacher at MCH in West Chester. She was a wonderful motivator and told us to let her know when he landed on Mars. Rob is now a Colonel in the Marine Corps and I know Mrs Jones would be proud of him. Our family sends our sympathy to your family. Mike and Barbara Hancock
Irvin & Brenda Knight
May 4, 2019
Condolences to the family and may the Lord bless them through this difficult time . Trust in the Lord to console you .
Barnia B. Young
May 3, 2019
I am happy to have worked with my Sorority Sister Marilee Jones for many wonderful years! She was a welcome addition to Epsilon Omega Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc!
Marilee and I not only worked together for ZETA, we were both Educators, loved ceramics, loved children, loved to read, and to help people!! She was such a giving person and loved sharing information about ZETA! She loved collecting Black Santas
and Black Art!!
To the family, know that she was Gem who mill be sadly missed! Just know that God is only a prayer away !
He is there to supply all your needs and give you peace and comfort you!
Psalm 23 is always a blessing for me!
Kenneth and Jackie Shell and family
May 2, 2019
It was a pleasure for my family to have met her last August. May she rest in the bosom of the Lord. You will be truly missed.
Linda Chapman
May 2, 2019
Sleep in Peace...my great cousin...
Lisa Nelson
May 2, 2019
Thank God , absent from the body is present with the LORD, and I hope we all understand that her earthly clocked stopped on April 27,2019 but her eternal clock began at the same time. As long as there is a KEENHEEL and a descendant there of; walking this planet, her spirit will live on in all of us. Amen... Amen
Author Kenneth Banks
Son of Carrie Keenheel Banks
Sleep in Paradise
Steve , Rose & Jordan Ewing
May 1, 2019
GOD's soldier. Victory in Jesus.
Going Home
P. Anderson
May 1, 2019
Marilee was my Sister in Christ and one of my good friends. Many years ago we discovered that we both enjoyed the OLD SONGS OF ZION. One of our favorites was Precious Memories and that is how we greeted each other clean up until the end.
To the family, she left lots of love and admiration. To the world, she left guidance to/through life's lemons.
April 30, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. May God words of promise found in John 6:40 brings you consolation and a small measure of peace. Please accept my sincere regards and heartfelt condolences. ~MM~
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