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Obituary For Tommie C. Jones, Sr.
Tommie C. Jones, Sr., 87, passed on Thursday, June 19, 2025 in Columbus, GA.
Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. EST on Saturday, June 28, 2025 at Bethel AME Church, Phenix City, AL with Rev. Melissa Smith, Pastor and Rev. Wendell Jones, officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Public viewing is 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST on Friday, June 27, 2025.
Tommie C. Jones, Sr. entered this life on July 17, 1937, in Russell County, Alabama, born to the late William Jones, Sr., and Jessie M. Day Jones. He peacefully departed this life on June 19, 2025, at Columbus Hospice in Columbus, Georgia.
In addition to his parents, Tommie was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 66 years, Hattie M. Preer Jones; two daughters, infant Cherise Jones and Belinda Jones-Jennings; and six brothers: J.C. Jones, Paris Jones, Sr., Johnny Jones, Sr., Jimmy Jones, Robert Jones, and William Jones, Jr.
At an early age, Tommie accepted Christ as his personal savior. He became a devoted member of Pine Hill Baptist Church in Phenix City, Alabama, under the leadership of Rev. F.F. Andrews, where he faithfully served on the Deacon Board. Later, he joined his wife and family at Bethel A.M.E. Church, where he remained a member until his health began to decline.
Tommie was known as a dedicated and hardworking man. Throughout his life, he was employed by several well-known companies including Columbus Iron Works, Columbus Foundry, Golden Foundry, Bibb Textiles, and later, Bethel A.M.E. Church, where he continued to serve with dedication.
Tommie C. met the love of his life, Hattie M. Preer Jones and to this union was blessed with nine children. Survivors who will forever cherish his life are: Jessie M. (Ken) Cotman of Richmond, VA; caregiver Cynthia Jones of Phenix City, AL; Kathy (Artis) Collins of Stone Mountain, Georgia; Tommie C. (Rebecca) Jones, Jr., Vinson Jones, of Phenix City Alabama; (Ret.) Sgt. Major Darrin (Lisa) Jones of Fortson, GA; Corey J. (Jessica) of Forsyth, GA; one sister, Mrs. Dorothy Jones Harris of Paterson, NJ; three sister-in-laws, Shirley P. Cunningham of Atlanta, GA.; Dora Preer of Phenix City, AL; and Gloridean Jones of Paterson, NJ; twenty-two grandchildren, a host of great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren, nieces, nephew, and other relatives and friends.
Tommie's unwavering faith, love for family, and legacy of service will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.
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To the Jones Family Please except my deepest condolences and sympathy to the family.
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Sending sincere prayers and condolences to the Family. ππΎππΎππΎ πͺ½ Rest In Heavenly Prace πͺ½
Darrin Jones, we were deeply saddened to hear about the passing of your father. Please accept our heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. We hope you find comfort in the love and support that surrounds you. May the light of his legacy continue to shine through you. We are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers, and sending you all love, strength, and peace.
With deepest sympathy, Long Time Friends From Texas Panhandle
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CSM Jones your JROTC Family was very sadden to hear of the passing of your father. Please know that we are all praying for your Peace, Faith and Understanding. If there is anything we can do for you please know that we are here to support you and your family.
Our Sincere Sympathy and Condolences to the Jones Family from The Bi-City Corvette Club (Family).
Our sincere sympathy and condolences to the Jones family. The Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church, Paterson, New Jersey ~Pastor, Rev. Dr. Betty J. Montgomery
The Bonnell Aluminum Company would like to extend our sincere condolences to Corey and his family.
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Our sincere sympathy and condolences goes out to the entire family of Mr.Tommie C.Jones. we pray that God will bless you all and give y'all the strength that is needed. During this most difficult time. God bless The Woods &Thorne Family
Look to the Hill's from which cometh all our help knowing that all our help comes from the Lord.
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
