George L. "Porky" Jones Jr.
George L. "Porky" Jones Jr.
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Nov
19
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10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Elizabeth Missionary Baptist Church
1210 Himrod Ave, Youngstown, OH 44506
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19
Celebration of Life
11:00 a.m.
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Mr. Jones, affectionately known as "Porky", was born January 1, 1936 in Atlanta, GA, a son of George L. Sr. and Flora Sutton Jones. He had worked with BFI (Browning Ferris Industries) for 20 years, retiring in 2004. George enjoyed fishing and going to the casino, and especially being with his family. He was a member of Elizabeth Missionary Baptist Church; and was an U. S. Airforce veteran.
He leaves to forever cherish his memory, his two granddaughters, LaTeese (Jordan) Pegues of Youngstown and NateTay Jones Logan of Columbus; his sister, Christine Smith of Youngstown; and a host of nieces, nephews, other family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter, Tracy Lynn Jones; two sisters, Juanita McHellon and Thelma Jones; and a brother Marshall Jones.
Visitation will be 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at the Elizabeth Missionary Baptist, 1210 Himrod Ave., Youngstown, OH. 44506. A celebration of life will follow at 11:00 a.m.
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Upcoming Events
Nov
19
Visitation
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Elizabeth Missionary Baptist Church
1210 Himrod Ave, Youngstown, OH 44506
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Celebration of Life
11:00 a.m.
Elizabeth Missionary Baptist Church
1210 Himrod Ave, Youngstown, OH 44506
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L.E. Black, Phillips & Holden Funeral Home, Inc.Only 2 days left for delivery to next service.