Georgianna Jones Obituary in Clarksville at Carter's Funeral Home

Obituary For Georgianna Jones

Deaconess Emeritus Georgianna Reid Jones, 95, entered eternal rest on July 25, 2024 at her residence.

Georgianna was born in Mecklenburg County, Virginia on January 6, 1929 to the late George and Ada Alexander Reid. She joined Island Hill United Church of Christ (now Island Hill Christian Church) at an early age. She was a dedicated church worker and served both Island Hill and Davis Chapel Baptist Church. She served on various church committees and often served as Mistress of Ceremonies at both churches. She was also the Mother of Island Hill Church until her health declined.

Georgianna graduated from Virginia State College (now Virginia State University) in 1950. She taught for over 40 years in both Mecklenburg County, Virginia and Vance County, North Carolina.

Georgianna and Deacon Emeritus Angelo were joined in holy matrimony on July 4, 1963 and remained happily married for 53 years until his death in 2016. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Lucille Reid; parents, George and Ada Reid; brothers, Meredith Reid (Isabell), William “Bro” Reid (Olivia).

Left to cherish her memory are daughters, Angela White, Dr. Avis Jones DeWeever; a most devoted granddaughter, Ayana Howe (Alan); grandsons, Guy and Aidan DeWeever; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

The family will be receiving friends on Monday, July 29, 2024 from 1pm to 7pm at Carter’s Funeral Home.

Funeral service will be held on Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 11:00AM at the Island Christian Church, Clarksville, Virginia.

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I worked with Mrs.Jones in the Mecklenburg School system.She was a delightful lady with a big smile and always had something to say.My condolences to all the family.Linda C.Tucker a former Co worker.

Miss Reid taught me first through third grade at two-room Mt. Ararat Elementary School. Without her I would not have graduated from high school (West End) or have college degrees. I am eternally grateful, I know she's with God now where she belongs. Evonnie Terry Gbadebo, Sudbury, Massachusetts.

Condolences and love to Cousin Georgianna lovely family.

My sincere thoughts and prayers are for the family.May God comfort you and surround you with his everlasting love and give you peace.Darlene Beasley-White Mitchell of Christiansburg, Va.

Our heartfelt sympathy to the Reid and Jones family. Barbara Royster and Dorce Fields

Sending condolences George Hankerson and Carmen Reid Hankerson e

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