Mrs. Amanda Elizabeth Rainey Jones Obituary in South Hill at Feggins Funeral Home

Obituary For Mrs. Amanda Elizabeth Rainey Jones

VIEWING ONLY: Thursday, April 8, 2021 Time: 12:30 PM - 5:00 PM A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.

MRS. AMANDA ELIZABETH RAINEY JONES, daughter of the late Lacy G. and Beatrice Walker Rainey was born March 7, 1943 in Mecklenburg County VA and departed this life suddenly March 31, 2021 in VCU-Community Memorial Hospital, South Hill, VA. At an early age she was baptized and confirmed at the former Saint Mary’s Episcopal Church which later became Trinity Episcopal Church. In 1958, being a member of the East End High School Choir, she along with Evelyn Jones, Lucretia Hargrove, Mary Rose Cypress, Kenneth Holloway, James Hutcheson, Norfleet Barnes and Charlie Talley were chosen to participate in the All State Choir at the Southern Regional Music Festival. She was a 1961 graduate of the former East End High School, South Hill, VA. Amanda was married to the late Iris Jones on December 3, 1978. She was employed by the Montgomery County Public School Systems as a Bus Driver until her retirement. Amanda loved music, playing the piano in which she served many churches in the area and in Maryland. After retirement she moved back to her native home, South Hill, VA. Amanda leaves to cherish her memory are two daughters- Crystal Rainey, Fredrick, MD and Helena Rainey, Spartanburg, SC; two grandchildren- Moncello (Michelle) Chavis, Hagerstown, MD and Lekisha Chavis, Fredrick, MD; two great-grandchildren, Nathaniel Chavis, Manassas, VA and Jada Chavis, Hagerstown, MD; one sister- Lily Rainey, South Hill, VA; two brothers- George Rainey, Fredericksburg, VA and Marvin Rainey, South Hill, VA; two sisters-in-law, Gladys Jones, Brodnax, VA and Frances “I V” Jones, South Hill, VA; devoted friends- Reverend Theresa Henderson, Minister Shirley Abdullah, Evangelist Helen Hockey, and Claire Walker, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

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Prayers of Comfort and Peace in the days to come to the Rainy Family. I will definitely miss my dear friend and all of the good times that we shared on our shopping trips and other things. Rest in love and I know that Heaven has gained another "Jewel." Janice

Amanda,Liz. U have been like family since my sister Geraldine (Gerri) married ur brother Lacey many decades ago. I cherish the many evenings we all spent together in zMaryland and in Virginia. Your mother was so kind and loving to Artie, John and me during holidays and when she visited in Maryland. We will miss you! Dorothy Copp Elliott

My sincere condolences goes out to the Rainy family. May God provide you with blessings of comfort. Amanda will be missed greatly.
Cherhyl Smith

Heartfelt condolences go out to the family. God's blessings upon you all! Wallicia Baskerville and Family

We were very Sorry to hear that Your BELOVED Amanda ( Pudding, as we affectionally called her ) has Passed . We Will Miss her, Especially passing thru South Hill. Last Trip , 3 of us Enjoyed meeting for Lunch . So Many Great Memories MAY YOU REST IN ETERNAL PEACE ROBERT and ADA TISDALE (Georgia)

Aunt Lizabeth you will be missed. Many memories growing up singing just laughing and joking. Many stories. Love you Jarell & Mark + Kids- Kamarah, Kj, Kiara, Alena and AJ. From Maryland

Aunt Elizabeth will be missed by many. I am going to miss my yearly birthday phone call from you. Tell Grandaddy Lacey I said hey. You may be gone, but will never be forgotten. ❤❤ your niece Cheryl D. Rainey Goldring.

Missing you Aunt Elizabeth missing our daily conversation three and four times a week calling about your health to Family Feud to what you ate that day . remember going down memory Lane what we say it talking about what we used to do daily on our routine we would hit the street and I already me and my aunts and uncles all share a special relationship I share a special relationship with each and every one of them but I enjoy my special moments with my Aunt Amanda Elizabeth Rainey Jones nickname pudding it surely will be missed love you nephew Marshall Rainey from Maryland

We are keeping you all in our prayers. Prince and Cylvia Thomas

Dear Cousin, I will cherish the memories. Rest In Peace with your Angels til we meet again. Love always Rachel Thorne Brooks

Dear Cousin, I will cherish the memories forever. Rest with your Angels til we meet again. Love always. Rachel Thorne Brooks

I miss you aunt Puddy ! I will always have you in my heart ❤️ Gone but not forgotten ! I am glad I had a chance to tell you happy 78th Birthday on March 7th !Your niece Darlene L.Rainey from Maryland