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April Jones Obituary
ALTON — April DawnYell Jones, 42, of Alton, Illinois, died unexpectedly at 5:14 a.m. on June 1, 2020 at her home.
She born on April 7, 1978 in Jerseryville, Illinois. She was the daughter of Jerry Holly and Jane (Whitley) and Terry Piper. April was a Crisis Clinician for Behavioral Health Response.
Besides her parents April is survived by fiance', Chris Muscarella of Godfrey, Illinois; two daughters, Lacie Jones of Alton, and Bella A. Jones of Jacksonville, Illinois; three sons, Kaihlec Jones of Alton, Haiden Jones of Alton, and Gabriel Jones of Jacksonville; two brothers, Phillip Kirchner of Perry, Illinois, and Michael Kirchner of Texas.
No services are scheduled. Memorials may be made to April's children in c/o: Jane Piper P.O. Box 381 Greenfield, IL. 62044.
Gent Funeral Home in Alton is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for April Jones
Jane Piper
May 27, 2025
April forever sadly missed by her mother and her 5 children. Please pray for us as we continue on without seeing her heartwarming smile. She was an angel at heart. Saved. With our Lord where the only scars are on the one who saved her for eternity. My sweet angel. Mom.
Jane E Piper
June 1, 2022
April may be out of our sight and touch but she is forever in our hearts. Thinking of you always. Love you forever. Thinking of you brings a smile. As I draw close to the Lord, I feel you near. Thank You God for heavenly hope and strength and Love. Mom.
Jane E Piper
May 29, 2022
Thinking of you always. Miss you so much. Love you forever. Mom
Adriene Boyd
May 27, 2022
April, your memory lives on in our hearts.
Jane Piper
February 2, 2022
As time goes on it just seems unreal. Since you made your home in heaven my brother and now mother have also went to join you. I will also see you someday in the wonderful place. I Love and Miss you so much. Mom
Jane Piper
August 14, 2020
I read everyone's messages about my daughter April. She truly was a wonderful person and I am so very proud of her and miss her so much. Where she is now is where I plan to join her some day. In Heaven with our Lord Jesus!
Chris Muscarella
August 6, 2020
I'm just now reading all of these messages. April was an amazing woman. She is and was so full of life. She did everything with passion from working in the yard to her job. April was my everything. She made every day brighter. I miss her every day. This world lost a true angel, but heaven gained angel. I love you April with all my heart.
Shannon
June 19, 2020
April was special and had many interests that she would bring into her relationships with others, both professionally and individually. Personally, we shared a love of coloring and I would have to say that her sense of color was even better than mine! She had an eye for things like that. April used her talents to better the world and her contributions will live on through everyone she touched.
Shannon
June 18, 2020
April was special and had many interests that she would bring into her relationships with others, both professionally and individually. Personally, we shared a love of coloring and I would have to say that her sense of color was even better than mine! She had an eye for things like that. April used her talents to better the world and her contributions will live on through everyone she touched.
Angie Reno
June 18, 2020
April was a kind, open, and passionate person and I'm grateful to have known her. She took good care of people - to me, that is one of the most important things a person can do. May she rest in peace. Wishing peace and comfort to her surviving family as well.
Barbara Edelman
June 13, 2020
I was so sorry to hear about Aprils passing. She was my friend and coworker and I will miss her more than words can say. April was a joy to see and I always enjoyed watching her create new drawings. We kept in touch through texting and talking and I always looked forward to our conversations. April showed compassion and caring to her clients. She deeply loved her children who were the light of her life. My prayers go out to her family. I will always remember and miss April, my friend. May you rest peacefully in the presence of God.
Dawn
June 13, 2020
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. April was known as the one who colors the most beautiful pictures. I fondly remember April on the nights she would be just reporting to work and I would be leaving the contact center. As I said good night to all, she would look up and acknowledge with a warm smile and whisper good night. She was often overheard providing support with the most gentle and compassionate tone. She will be missed truly by many.
LaShonda Sanders
June 12, 2020
April was always sweet and helpful. I loved watching her create beautiful pictures while at work. I would often hear April being very gentle and soft spoken when helping clients. She will be missed at BHR
Jennifer Brown
June 12, 2020
I'm truly sorry to hear of April's passing. April was a kind, helpful and beautiful soul. I had the pleasure of working with her, and was impressed by the compassion and care she extended to those she helped. She was a gifted artist and loved her kids deeply. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Michael Ruemmler
June 12, 2020
April was one friend I always looked forward to seeing or talking to. She was funny and sharp, talented and sweet natured. She was good the people she worked with and talked to. I always marveled at her use of color. She was especially supportive of me when I was struggling with some health issues and helped me with some important life changing decisions. I will miss her.
Scott Emanuel
June 11, 2020
April had a bright light. She loved her family and she loved her work. We will miss her at BHR. She has helped so many people through her life. She was gifted clinician, a talented artist and a beautiful person. May her memory be a blessing to us all.
Jane E. Piper
June 4, 2020
April my heart. My sweet little girl. I miss your sweet smiling face. Love you forever, Mother
Jane E. Piper
June 4, 2020
April my heart. My sweet little girl. I miss your sweet smiling face. Love you forever, Mother
JANE E. PIPER
June 4, 2020
April my heart. My sweet little girl. I miss your sweet smiling face.
JANE E. PIPER
June 4, 2020
You are my heart. My sweet lille girl. I so miss your smiling face.
Adriene Boyd
June 4, 2020
April thank you for always being so caring and concerned about others. Thanks for sharing your creativity with me during our overnights working together at BHR. I wont forget! Adriene B.
Michael Kirchner
June 3, 2020
I love and will miss you.
I hope you are resting peacefully
Sue Meyer
June 3, 2020
April I am so glad I got to be facebook friends with you for years now. You always made me smile. You were very creative I loved your art your tattoos and designs. Sometimes the smallest things made you happy like getting to have lunch outside with the ducks at work. You loved life, your kids, family , friends and pets. You will truly be missed..
Anne T.
June 3, 2020
April will always be a member of our BHR family and will be greatly missed.
Susan Parrish
June 2, 2020
Chris I am so sorry I know how much you love her. Keeping you and her family in my prayers
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