Back to Obituaries Grissom-Clark Funeral Home | Atlanta, GA

Mrs. Shirley Harper Jones

Died 01/24/2021

Obituary For Mrs. Shirley Harper Jones

Graveside funeral rites for Shirley Harper Jones, 79, of Decatur will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, January 29, 2021 at Washington Memorial Gardens, 700 Jordan Lane, Decatur. Shirley departed this life to be with the Lord on Sunday morning, January 24, 2021.

An avid reader, lover of nature, gifted songbird, inquisitive traveler, devoted family member, and most importantly, Shirley Jones was a devout child of God. For 34 years, the Decatur native was a distinguished educator for the Fulton County School System.

Memories of her love and her spirit live on in her daughter, Laresa Shirleah Jones; her sister, Barbara Harper Lowe; brother-in-law, Dr. Robert Lowe; nephew, Renardo Lowe (Suzanne); great nephews, Justin and Kyle Lowe; great goddaughter, Elle Brown, and her beloved grand dog, Madden.

Viewing 2:00 – 6:00 Thursday at Grissom-Clark Funeral Home, 227 East Lake Drive, S.E. (at Memorial Drive). COVID-19 precautions and social distancing will be followed at the funeral home and at the graveside. www.grissom-clarkfh.com . 404-373-3191.


Condolences & Tributes

Add A Condolence

Keosha Jefferson

https://www.facebook.com/1178174631/posts/10224291882182871/

I have many fond memories of Shirley when we worked together at SLLewis.She was a mentor and Friend. I was blessed to know her.

Offering heartfelt sympathy to the family of Shirley Jones- an outstanding and caring educator at S L Lewis ES, College Park, GA. We shared wonderful years together preparing her students for musical performances . She always had high expectations for her students- always!

Remembering Dearest Shirley from our wonderful days at S L Lewis ES. She was a caring and professional educator with the highest expectation of achievement from her students. Such a beautiful lady. From : Sandra Reeves Parks-Mt Olive, MS

I will always remember conversations we had in the hallway about our own children. God's Blessings for your family. Emma Stubbs

Shirley's infectious smile and laughter will always be remembered, along with her kind and loyal spirit. My sincerest, deepest and heartfelt condolences to her loving daughter and family. May God's strength and peace be with you during your days of bereavement and healing.

Much Love, Carol Peoples

Shirley's infectious smile and laughter will always be remembered, along with her kind and loyal spirit. My sincerest, deepest and heartfelt condolences to her loving daughter and family. May God's strength and peace be with you during your days of bereavement and healing.

My dear classmate & friend you have been truly missed! May you rest in peace now with our Lord & Saviour! God's blessings, comfort and peace to the family now! Elizabeth Martin Daniel D. T. Howard Class of 1959

My dear friend, may you Rest In Peace in arm of our father. I will miss dearly. ❤️🌹🌹love Priscilla

May your memories be a source of comfort in this time of sorrow! Thelma Perrimon

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

Grissom-Clark Funeral Home | Atlanta, GA

Best Sellers

Plant Trees
Plant Trees

$50.00

Beautiful Dreams
Beautiful Dreams

$84.95

Gracious Lavender Basket
Gracious Lavender Basket

$134.95

Serene Lily Basket
Serene Lily Basket

$104.95

Pink Tribute Spray
Pink Tribute Spray

$149.95

Sweet Moments
Sweet Moments

$74.95

Mixed Spray
Mixed Spray

$149.95

Red and White Handled Basket
Red and White Handled Basket

$84.95

Peace & Serenity Dishgarden
Peace & Serenity Dishgarden

$79.95

Traditional Floor Basket
Traditional Floor Basket

$79.95

Ocean Devotion
Ocean Devotion

$79.95

The Peace Lily
The Peace Lily

$94.95

Living Spirit Dishgarden
Living Spirit Dishgarden

$79.95

Red and White Floor Basket
Red and White Floor Basket

$89.95

Mixed flowers in a handled basket
Mixed flowers in a handled basket

$89.95

The Loving Light Dishgarden
The Loving Light Dishgarden

$79.95

Ocean Breeze Spray
Ocean Breeze Spray

$184.95

Precious Heart Bouquet
Precious Heart Bouquet

$84.95

Enduring Spirit Pothos Basket
Enduring Spirit Pothos Basket

$74.95

Sympathy Spray
Sympathy Spray

$159.95

Radiant Foliage Planter
Radiant Foliage Planter

$89.95

Heartfelt Memories
Heartfelt Memories

$94.95

Stately Croton
Stately Croton

$79.95

Medium Dish Garden
Medium Dish Garden

$99.95

Forever in Our Hearts Casket Adornment
Forever in Our Hearts Casket Adornment

$79.95

Love's Journey
Love's Journey

$84.95

Garden of Memories
Garden of Memories

$134.95

Sweet Tranquility Basket
Sweet Tranquility Basket

$89.95

Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum
Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum

$84.95

Tender Tribute
Tender Tribute

$129.95

Deeply Adored
Deeply Adored

$79.95

Your Light Shines
Your Light Shines

$119.95

Joyful Memory
Joyful Memory

$119.95

Heavenly Grace Spray
Heavenly Grace Spray

$189.95

Bright and Beautiful Spray
Bright and Beautiful Spray

$184.95

America the Beautiful
America the Beautiful

$74.95

Small Garden Dish
Small Garden Dish

$74.95

Loving Lilies and Roses Bouquet
Loving Lilies and Roses Bouquet

$169.95

Rainbow Reflections Basket
Rainbow Reflections Basket

$104.95

Splendid Memories Bouquet
Splendid Memories Bouquet

$79.95

Golden Days Basket
Golden Days Basket

$79.95

Serene Retreat
Serene Retreat

$94.95

Heavenly Heights Bouquet
Heavenly Heights Bouquet

$79.95

Heavenly & Harmony
Heavenly & Harmony

$84.95

Large Mixed Plant Dish Garden
Large Mixed Plant Dish Garden

$114.95

Dreams From the Heart Bouquet
Dreams From the Heart Bouquet

$104.95

Vivid Recollections
Vivid Recollections

$94.95

Sunny Memories
Sunny Memories

$139.95

Emerald Garden Basket
Emerald Garden Basket

$84.95

Sacred Duty Spray
Sacred Duty Spray

$184.95

French Garden
French Garden

$79.95

Celestial Love
Celestial Love

$84.95

Peace Lily
Peace Lily

$84.95

Blossoms in Vogue
Blossoms in Vogue

$84.95

Large Basket Garden
Large Basket Garden

$104.95

Lily and Rose Tribute Spray
Lily and Rose Tribute Spray

$264.95

The New Sunrise Bouquet
The New Sunrise Bouquet

$79.95

Blessings Bouquet
Blessings Bouquet

$84.95

Rays of Light Spray
Rays of Light Spray

$189.95

Eternal Peace Basket
Eternal Peace Basket

$79.95

Rose Remembrance
Rose Remembrance

$194.95

Fall Fantasia
Fall Fantasia

$84.95

Sacred Garden Spray
Sacred Garden Spray

$239.95