Deacon Jonathan Jones Obituary in Louisville at Davis Funeral Home

Obituary For Deacon Jonathan Jones

Deacon Jonathan Jones, Sr, Peggyswint Lane, Bartow, GA departed this life, Monday, October 28, 2019. Funeral services will be held Saturday, November. 2, 2019 at 2:00 P.M. at Salter Grove Baptist Church and cemetery, Bartow, GA. Jonathan is preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Veda Bostic. He was born in Jefferson County to the parentage of the late Nathaniel "Son" Jones and Lula Mae Bostic Jones and joined the Salter Grove Baptist Church at an early age. Jonathan moved to New York in the 60's and worked for several years on N.Y. Police Department. He returned to Georgia and worked with computers in several companies including Delta Airline, Sears and Medical College of GA. He reunited with Salter Grove Baptist Church where he worked faithfully and for the last 15 years served as Chairman of the Deacon Board. He was a Lifetime Member of the NAACP and awarded as "Man of the Year” in 2018 and 2019 and was a dedicated member of The Charlie Brown Kidney Foundation. Jonathan was owner of Excellence Landscaping. Survivors include his wife of 25 years, Addie Lee Calhoun Jones, Bartow, GA; his children, Jonathan Jones, Jr, Martinez, GA; daughter, Jennifer Jones, Martinez, GA; stepson, Antonio (Toni) Henson, Atlatna, GA; step-daughters, Sonya Smith and Tawana (Allen) Jackson, Martinez, GA; one brother Will (Shirley) Palmer, VA; one sister, Ruby (Walter) Harkley, Bartow, GA; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Susan Dowdell, Jacksonville, FL, Gladys Hill, Anna Calhoun, Melvin Brookins, Edward Brookins, Bartow, GA., Willie Brookins, Louisville, GA; grand children, Latavia Jones, Jaylan Jones, Jonathan Jones, Faith Wesbey, Alaiya Henson, John Henson, Ashley Smith, Elijah Smith, Stephon Smith, Allen Jackson, Jr. Cam Henson, Micah Henson, Kobi Henson and William Henson; nieces, nephews, cousins and other and other relatives and friends. Family may be contacted at the residence or at Davis Funeral Home You may sign the guestbook at Davisfuneralhomega.com or join us on Facebook. Davis Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements for Deacon Jonathan Jones, Sr.

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My condolences to the family. Jonathan was a special individual to Daddy and Mama and the rest of the Salter Boys. Daddy and Mama considered him a close friend, also after Daddy’s death He took care of Mama, Jasper and her yard. God Bless! Mark Salter

My condolences to Jennifer and family. Praying for you Corey Thurmond

We will miss you so much Uncle Joe. We love you. -Nikki and George McPherson

Rest In Peace Mr. Jones! Thank you for always treating me like family. Your kindness and generosity never went unnoticed. You will be deeply missed. Love Teshia Taylor Williams and Family.

Forever in my heart, the summer memories of getting up to a warm breakfast made by Grandma and then a day out in Bartow with Grandpa Joe. You were loved by so many in the community. Such a kindred spirit that lived to serve others. I will miss you so much Grandpa. I love you. Rest in Heaven. ❤️ -Kobi H.

Deac I will truly miss you. God decided it was time for you to rest. Worry no more! Thank you for treating me like family. Forever in my heart. Your “daughter “ as you affectionately called me Mary

My condolences to the family. I will miss Mr. Jones’ words of encouragement. Mr. Jones you have completed your journey and I thank you for being a blessing in my life. It’s time for you to rest and enjoy your heavenly reward. Job well done, Sir. I salute you. Cynthia Green