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Sidney Jones Obituary
July 9, 1929 - December 16, 2020
Tacoma, Washington - Sidney was born July 9, 1929 to Sidney Dennis Jones Sr. and Grace Marie ( known as Mary) Lamendola in New Orleans, LA and passed away in Tacoma WA. On Dec. 16.2020.
Sidney was an only child, who dropped out of college in 1948, when his father died to help his Mother run the Family grocery store. While in Holy Cross (College), High School , Sid joined the Naval Air Reserve and in 1951 once again left college, as the entire Naval Reserve Fazron was called to active duty during the Korean Conflict.
During his military service Sid married Rita Mae Mehrtens, daughter of Henry G. Mehrtens and Alice Wendling Mehrtens in New Orleans, LA. After marriage Sid and Rita Mae resided on Park Ave in Sanford, FLA, where his Naval Air Fazron 821 was stationed.
When released from Naval Air service Sid secured employment with Kaiser Aluminum Corp in Chalmette, La. While employed he attended the evening classes at Loyola University of New Orleans, graduating with degree in Commercial Business Science .
During his 32 years of employment Sid was transferred to Mexico, MO., then to Spokane and Tacoma, WA. where he remained until retiring August 16,1985 as Manager of Purchasing and Traffic.
Sidney is survived by his Wife of 69 years, Rita Mae Mehrtens and the proud Father of Sidney Dennis III, (Melissa Williams), Cherryl Ann Grimes (Roger) and Kevin Michael (Anne Christie). Grandfather (Bumpa) of :Geoffrey Grimes , Katie Jones (Molly Harris) and Megan Jones Saddler (Tony) and Ashlan Elisabeth Jones (fiancée, Clay Brothers) and Cameron Granderson Jones .
Great Grand Bumpa of 4 Saddler Girls- Rylee Kate, Sydney Anne, Lucy Joy and 3 month old Mylo Mae.
Sid loved his Family and very proud of All of them. He enjoyed golf, curling and travelling to 28 countries . Sid enjoyed all his many friends, old, from New Orleans and those he met through his company moves and travels, (28 countries). He will be sadly missed but always in our hearts and memories.
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Sandy Lamberger
October 31, 2021
Rita - my sympathy to you. I so enjoyed Sid and working with him at Brazier Forest Industries. I learned so much from him. His many kindnesses were so appreciated. Sandy
Dan and Sue Campbell
December 29, 2020
We met Sidney at Lehigh Resort and really enjoy knowing and spending time with him and Rita Mae. They were such a nice couple. Sidney was a very nice man and it was a pleasure to spend time with him. We will always remember good times with him.
Julie Wisecarver
December 29, 2020
I am so sorry to hear about Sidney's passing. He was such a wonderful man. He and Rita Mae and my parents enjoyed many times together. My thoughts and prayers are with you all, Rita Mae and your children.
Love from your cousin, Julie Jones Wisecarver
Anne Sarrat
December 28, 2020
Aunt Rita Mae and family, we are so sad for the loss of Uncle Sidney. What a tremendous life he lived, he loved you all so much. Our families are friends for all of my life, you are my godmother and I am so blessed to have you in my life. May God hold you in the palm of his hand. I know he is celebrating with Dad, Mom and so many others who have gone before us. Much love to you all, Anne Sarrat and the Sarrat family.
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