Marla Deanne Jones

1960 - 2019

Marla Deanne Jones obituary, 1960-2019, Tyler, TX

Marla Deanne Jones

1960 - 2019

Marla Jones Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 25, 2019.
Marla Deanne Carter Jones, 58, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on April 19, 2019, following a courageous fight with cancer. She was born in Augusta, GA on August 26, 1960 to Dwayn Carter and Merle Dunn. Marla graduated as valedictorian from Canton High School, and received a basketball scholarship to Weatherford Community College. She completed her undergraduate degree at Texas A&M, graduating Magna Cum Laude with a BBA in accounting. Marla then pursued a law degree from Baylor University, where she was on Law Review and graduated Cum Laude. Marla's distinquished legal career began at Jackson Walker in 1986, where she made partner in 6 years. In 1997, she started working at Anadarko Petroleum Corporation, where she would finish out her legal career, in which she built a reputation characterized as honorable, trustworthy, and dependable. Her peerless work ethic allowed her to achieve success far beyond the norm, earning the respect of anyone that knew her.

Marla had a generous and loving nature, ceaselessly thinking of new ways to help her friends and family. She loved to travel, experience life, and plan adventures. She loved trying new wines and foods. Her happiest times were spent with her family. Marla was a kind soul; and more than anything, she will be remembered for her remarkable talent to make everyone around her feel special and loved.

Marla was preceded in death by her father, Dwayn Carter, and her brother, Kelly Carter. She is survived by her husband, Randle Jones of The Woodlands, Tx; her sons and daughter, Christopher Price of Dallas, TX, Mitchell Price of Conroe, and Allie Jones of Austin, TX; parents Merle and Howard Dunn of Canton, TX and Stepmother Nell Carter of Wills Point; brothers Bret and Tammie Dunn of Canton, TX, Matthew and Emily Dunn of Canton, Texas, and Scott Carter of Winston Salem, NC; and many nieces, nephews and extended family.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, April 25, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. at The Woodlands United Methodist Church and on Friday, April 26, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel at Eubank Funeral Home in Canton. The family would like to express their deep appreciation for the love and support shown to them and Marla over the past two years. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Marla's honor to MD Anderson Cancer Center, 1515 Holcombe Boulevard, Houston, TX 77030, of your charity of choice.

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July 30, 2019

Ebeth C posted to the memorial.

May 3, 2019

Cheryl Goodger posted to the memorial.

April 25, 2019

Carolyn Myers Jones posted to the memorial.

Ebeth C

July 30, 2019

So sad to hear of her cancer journey and passing. She was truly a very special lady and talented in so many ways. I was honored to know her as long as I did. Sending peace and love to her family.
~Ebeth

Cheryl Goodger

May 3, 2019

I was so saddened to hear of Marla's passing l got to know Marla
through the years as a very kind and loving soul she will be missed by all who loved her . My condolences to the family .

Carolyn Myers Jones

April 25, 2019

Merle and family you all have my deepest sympathy. I was shock to learn about her passing. We had a lot of fun baking and fixing whatever we could find in the cabinet for our lunches on Thursdays. you all are in my prayers.

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Malinda Isenhower

April 24, 2019

You and your family are in my heart and mind. Marla was beautiful and kind soul. I will always remember her. Prayers for peace and comfort.

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Amy Cann

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April 24, 2019

Please accept my sincere condolences.
May the family find comfort in one another as you look to the beautiful promise at John 6:39, 40.
GAndino

Brent & Susie Helms

April 23, 2019

Our deepest and most sincere sympathies to the family. We were so saddened to hear of Marla's passing. She was such a loving, caring, thoughtful and generous person and we will miss her dearly. God's blessings on all of you.

With love and affection,
Susie, Brent and Cody Helms

Diana Allen

April 23, 2019

So enjoyed working with Marla. She was always kind and helpful. Asking God to give you strength, peace and beautiful and joyful memories.

Bill and Peggy White

April 22, 2019

The Dunns lived down the street from us on Sides Circle when we lived in Canton. I taught school and Marla was also in my class. She was a delightful and beautiful young lady. We are not surprised that she was very successful and so saddened to hear of this loss. Our deepest sympathies to the family.

A. L.

April 22, 2019

May the bereaved family be comforted by looking forward to Jesus' promise of seeing your dear loved one again. John 6:40.

Sheila Orlando

April 22, 2019

Marla was a beautiful person. I was blessed to know her and will miss seeing her from time to time. Rest well my friend.

S. Orlando

April 22, 2019

Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of this dear love one. May the peace from God surround you all to give you comfort as you take refuge in him.
Jeremiah 29:11,12
Jbm

April 21, 2019

Losing a loved one is never easy, but our loving god promises to give the strength and courage you'll need to endure, and to cope with the pain of your loss. He also promises to hold your hand every step of the way. (Isaiah 40:29, 41:10, 13)

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