Clarence Jones

Passed 12/31/2019

Obituary For Clarence Jones

Clarence T. Jones, 76, peacefully entered into eternal rest on December 31, 2019. Mr. Jones was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Booker T. Jones. He was the husband of Mrs. Annie Ruth Jones.

Mr. Jones graduated from Wilkinson High School, Class of 1962. He received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Music Education from the South Carolina State University. Clarence earned his Masters of Fine Arts Degree from Furman University. He was also a graduate of The Interdenominational Theological Center where he received his certification in Theology.

He was a former member of Warren Chapel Baptist Church in Orangeburg, SC. He concluded his walk with Christ as a member of Mount Moriah Baptist Church in Spartanburg, SC.

Mr. Jones was employed with Spartanburg District 7 Schools, the South Carolina School for the Deaf and Blind as a Band Director and South Carolina State University as an Adjunct Professor of music. Mr. Jones also worked for Spartanburg Parks and Recreation as a Water Safety Instructor.

Left to cherish fond and loving memories are: his wife of fifty-four years, Mrs. Annie Ruth Jones; his sons, Anthony Jones (Sheila) of Charlotte, NC and Christopher Jones (Jessica) of Columbia, SC; his six grandchildren; and a host of relatives and friends .

A Celebration of the Life of Clarence Jones will be held on Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. at Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, 445 S. Church St., Spartanburg, SC. The Rev. Dr. B. D. Snoddy will officiate. Burial will be in the Heritage Memorial Gardens, 3901 S. Church St., Roebuck, SC.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 8, 2020 from 1:00 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. in the atrium of the church.

The family will receive friends at the home, 477 Carolyn Dr., Spartanburg, SC.

J. W. Woodward Funeral Home



Guest Book

I'm so sorry to hear of the death of your dear love one. May the God of all comfort be with your family during this time of great sorrow.

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My sincerest condolences to his family members and friends.

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I will always remember his smile. Annie Ruth I’m so sorry for your lost, I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Rose Morman

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Anthony and Chris Jones, We're saddened to hear of the passing of your beloved father, Mr. Clarence Jones. It was always a pleasure seeing him at Hawthorne, Harding and Livingstone College games. Thank you for sharing him with us. May the comfort of our Heavenly Father bring you peace as you reflect on the many precious memories of your dad. Phyllis Price (Livingstone College Grad) and Phelicia Price (former Hawthorne & Harding band member).

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Thank you Mr. Jones for sharing your gifts, talents and love for The Lord with your family at Mount Moriah Baptist church for so many years! You will truly be missed. To the family you all are in my prayers and may God give you the strength needed at such a time as this! Love you all and God Bless!

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Thanks Mr. Jobes for the swimming lessons you provided me. The music lessons you provided me and the LIFE lessons you provided me. Will always LOVE you. Curtis Davis Atlanta. Ga.

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

- J.W. WOODWARD FH