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Obituary For David Lee Jones, Jr.
The funeral services for the late Mr. David Lee Jones, Jr., who departed this life on Tuesday, September 28, 2021, at Northside Hospital Duluth in Duluth, Georgia, will be held on Monday, October 4, 2021 at 12:00 Noon from the Shepard Memorial Garden in Sylvester, Georgia. Services may be viewed Facebook Live from the "Shipps Funeral Home" Facebook page, or click VIDEO STREAM on the home page of this website.
Born May 25th 1965, departed this life September 28th 2021. He was born to the late David Lee Jones and Mrs. Anne L. Jones in Sylvester, Ga. David received his early education in the Worth County School System. As a child he grew up in the Jones Chapel AME Church and Macedonia Baptist Church at which time he got baptized in the Macedonia Baptist Church and confessed Christ at 12 years of age. He continues to grow in the Lord.
He met Glenda Faye Lindsey in the 10th grade, fell in love, and after high school married Glenda. The union was blessed with their 3 sons, Tyronne (Heather) James, David Lee Jones, III, Alexander Ali Jones and 1 daughter Alexandra Alia Jones, all of Norcross, Ga.
He was a Coach/mentor for over 25+ years with the Norcross Youth Athletic Department and made a valuable impact on the young men thus encouraging each of them to give back in some form.
He leaves to morn 1 brother Cave’n A. Shipp, of Norcross, Ga. 2 loving sisters Ms. Quentina Jones, and Dr. Melva Jones of Macon, Ga. 1 brother/Cousin Mr., Robert (Larita) Caroll of Mcdough, Ga 1. Brother-n-law/cousin Carror (the late Sue) Wright of Byron, Ga.2 nephews Cameron and Jaden, 2 nieces Jalanna and Jordyn; 2 Stepbrothers Van Smith Harrisburg Pennsylvania, Calvin Hardy of Sylvester, Ga. 1. sister-n-law Mrs. Alma (Mike) Sohn’s, of Tallahassee Fl. 4 brother-n-laws in Tallahassee Fl, Leonard (Lela) Lindsey, William Roberson, Darryl Lindsey and Willie Lindsey 2 brother-n-laws of Atlanta, Ga., Jessie (Connie) Robinson, and Michael (Ashanti) Lindsey 1 sister/niece Mrs. Felicia (Kwaku) Sarpong, 2 aunts Mrs. Lois Burroughs of Absecon, NJ, Mrs. Hazel Woodard, Albany, Ga., Mrs. Barbara Jones (momma#2) of Macon, Ga, Mrs. Linda Jones (step- mother) of Sylvester, Ga., Ms Sheryl Newman a (dear-cousin) of Norcross, Ga., Mr. Burt (Amanda) Johnson of Lithonia, Ga. (special cousin) Garland (Santina) Ingram, of Buford, Ga., Rodderick Burks Of Suwanee, Ga., Ms Lillie Davis-Cannion, of Mel burn, Fla., Mrs. Nikki Harris of Ft. Valley, Ga., Ms Marissa Wright of Macon, Ga. 1st daughter Maya of Lawrenceville, Ga. And Ayanna Hohenkirk, of Johns, Creek, Ga. and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, and cousins.
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Add A CondolenceI have been the USPS mail lady to the Jones family for many years. I was devastated to learn of the passing of David. He always had a warm smile and was a very hard-working man. My thoughts and prayers or with the family
My condolences to you and your family. David was a good friend and classmate
To Glenda, and family, Aunt Anne Jones, and Cave'n my prayers are with you. Heavenly Father I ask that you continue to provide strength and peace for the entire family. Keep them and give them strength through EVERY Holiday, Birthday, Anniversary. May the Peace of God which Surpasses All Understanding Guard your hearts and Thoughts In Christ Jesus. Love You Family. (Miss you David RIH)
🙏🙏 PRAYING FOR THE BLESSINGS OF COMFORT AND PEACE, WITH HEARTFELT SYMPATHY 💐 VIVIAN GREENE
My condolences to the family may God bless you all with His grace and heal your pain. Janifere class of 1983.
We send our deepest condolences to the family with love,and will keep all of you in our prayers. Yvette & Jake Faulkner in Toledo, Ohio
My deepest sympathy and my condolences to the Jones family. Marcellano V Smith
To my Family you have are sincere condolences we love you all and will keep you all in prayer Sonia Atkins and family in Toledo Ohio
Remembering you and Frederick during the loss of your son and brother.
My Condolences to the Family. David was a Friend/Classmate. Class of 83.
Condolences to the family
I am so sorry for you loss. My condolences to the family. You are in my prayers. Gone but not forgotten. -Karen Medernach
I am so sorry for you loss. My condolences to the family. You are in my prayers.
I will be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. I know there are no words i can say that will ease your hurt but know that our family is holding you and your family close in our thoughts. Your cousins, Lillie, Tony and Lakesia Cannion
We are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathy to all of the family.
Rick and Debbie Harrison
My condolences to Ms. Annie Lou, Frederick & family. May God comfort you all through this difficult time. Prayers to you all. Sabrina Hall & family
My deepest condolences to Ms. Annie Lou & Frederick. My thoughts & prayers are with you all.
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. You will be in our prayers. Yours, Nancy Alston, Annette Wiggins, and Ry Alston
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
