Thomas Jones, Jr. Obituary in Hastings at Coleman’s Mortuary

Obituary For Thomas Jones, Jr.

Deacon Thomas Jones, Jr., 77, of Hastings, FL was born Monday, March 22, 1943 to Thomas Sr. (TJ) and Ada B. Nichols Jones. He was a lifelong resident of Hastings, FL and a graduate of W.E. Harris High School, Class of 1962. Deacon Jones was a long-time member of Gethsemane Missionary Baptist Church, where he served diligently on the Deacon Board, Men’s Ministry and Male Chorus. He was a member of Sturwell Lodge #348 where he served as Secretary. Deacon Jones was a dedicated family man and provider; his work history speaks of this. He was employed by Flagler Hospital until his health started declining. In addition, he was employed with Lui’M Sewing Factory, Holloway Sportswear, Inc., Armco Steel Company, Jacksonville, FL and Farmer’s Supply/John Deere. He was employed seasonal with L.A. Masters Pre-Cooling and Klipstein Farms. Deacon Jones loved to fish and mow his yard in his spare time until his health started declining. He loved to watch football, his favorite teams were the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Florida Gators. He loved his family and enjoyed spending quality time with them. He was always the jokester during the family gatherings.

Deacon Jones is preceded in death by: His parents; His son: Thomas Jones, III; His granddaughter: Benita Jones; His sisters: Mercedes Bryant, Irene Stephens and Nellie Robinson.

He leaves to cherish his memories: His Loving and Devoted wife of 57 years and 8 months: Earlene Jones; Daughters: Letitia Corley, Patsy Jones and Berenda (Robert, Sr) Vickers; Grandchildren: O’Brian Jones, Carmen Jones, Robert Vickers, Jr. and Dylan Vickers; Sister: Helen King; Daughter-in-law: Iris Jones; Brothers-in-law: Harold Davis, Jr, Carl Davis, Sr, Lucious Hall and Lorenzo Fuller; Sisters-in-law: Lillie Bell Davis, Barbara Hayes and Andrea Grant; Godchildren: Shawn Dennis, Shellean Thomas, Electria Redd, Willard Smith, Jr., Todd Williams, Steven Smith, Tereatha Hatcher, Syreeta Williams and Millette Herring. Special family friend: James Fuce. A host of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and friends.

The Jones Family will receive extended family and friends on Friday, August 21, 2020 at Coleman’s Mortuary Family Chapel from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. The Graveside Services will be 12 noon Saturday, August 22, 2020 in Gethsemane Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery. Co-Pastor Karon Torrence, eulogist.

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I am an NEMT driver and Mr Jones was my first regular member. He taught me the importance of what my job meant and I will always love him for that. He had an infectious laugh and a positive attitude for life even when life wasn't positive to him. The fact that his life ended in my presence will always have a positive effect on me. I love you Mr Jones and I will always think of you as positive spark when I feel sad. I want to dedicate to you the song 'Blue Jean Blues' by Zz top,, because when you heard it in my van on the way to dialysis you couldn't believe it was performed by white guys and still sounded so good. I truly miss you, Mr Jones you made the anxiety of this job worth it. And I am still doing it hoping to find another spirit like yours. Love to you and your family, Myriah Dailey, (NEMT driver) still today because of you.

Sincere condolences to the family. Fred, Sheila and Trey James

We are so thankful that God blessed us to share just a little of Deacon Jones' faithful and faith-filled life, if just for a little while. We will cherish the Family dinners you made us a part of; we will smile when we remember his laughter. "...Well-done, thy good and faithful servant..." Pastor Rick and Co-Pastor Karon Torrence

Sending our Prayers and Condolences to the Jones Family, my the Lord wrap his arms around each of you for comfort doing this time of sorrow.
Loving you, Henry & Brenda Cave Jr.