Isaac Eugene Jones, Sr. Obituary in Dalton at Willis Funeral Home

Obituary For Isaac Eugene Jones, Sr.

MR. ISAAC EUGENE JONES, SR. - Age 95, was born on September 26, 1927, in Knoxville, TN to the late Joseph Benjamin Jones and Lula Overton Jones, He departed into the eternal hope of Jesus Christ at home in Chattanooga, TN on Wednesday, July 26, 2023.

He received a Bachelor of Science Degree from Knoxville College. He proudly served in the United States Army during the Korean War. After an honorable discharge he worked for American Airlines at the McGhee Tyson Airport, Knoxville, TN. He also served as a dedicated employee for TVA and retired after over 30 years of service.

From his union in holy matrimony (49 years) to his beloved wife, the late Dorothy Andrews Jones, were born four sons (Isaac, Jr., Alan, Gregory, and Terrence) and one daughter (Tina).

He was a faithful member, officer, and cofounder of Washington Hills United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN. He sang bass to God’s glory in the church choir as well as in the Chattanooga Choral Society for the Preservation of African American Song. He was a freelance photographer who took thousands of photos for family, weddings, special events, etc. His name means “Laughter” and he was truly a jovial soul radiating kindness, love, and wise guidance for his offspring, family, and friends!

He was predeceased by his wife, Dorothy A. Jones; parents, Joseph Benjamin Jones and Lula Overton Jones; two sons, Gregory Earl Jones and Terrence Lee Jones; sisters, Helen Jones, Hattie Rice, Gwendolyn Jones, and Katheryn Patton; brothers, Austin Jones and J. B. Jones.

Leaving to cherish his memory are one daughter, Tina D. Jones - Carter of Chattanooga, TN; two sons, Isaac Jones, Jr. of Los Angeles, CA and Minister Alan (Joyce) Jones of Knoxville, TN; a dedicated nephew, Cedric (Elizabeth) Winston; daughter-in-law, Priscilla Jones; brother-in-law, David (Ruth Ann) Andrews; sisters-in-law, Gloria Andrews, Patricia (Eugene) Thomas, and Edna Andrews; a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.

Homegoing Service will be Tuesday, August 8, 2023 at 11:00 A. M. at St. John’s United Methodist Church, 3921 Murray Hills Drive, Chattanooga, TN 37416, with Rev. Walter Cross, Eulogist and Pastor Terryl James, Officiant. The family will receive friends on Tuesday at 10:00 A. M. at St. John’s United Methodist Church. Interment will be Tuesday at 1:00 P. M. at Chattanooga National Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family ask that donations be made to Washington Hills United Methodist Church, 6216 Hadley Drive, Chattanooga, TN 37416, (423) 892 – 8050. Arrangements by Willis Funeral Home, Inc., Dalton,GA.

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Kenneth Darrell Williams sent Sweet Moments for Isaac Eugene Jones, Sr. - August 07, 2023

Praying for the holy spirit to wrap his arms of love and comfort around you and your family.
Love Darrell and Roxie Williams

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Keeping the Jones family in prayer. Nathaniel & Carolyn Green. Mimosa Park

Dear Minister Alan Jones,
Please accept my deepest sympathies and condolences on the passing of your father. Losing a parent is one of the most difficult things anyone can go through, and my heart goes out to you and your family during this time.
I'm sorry that I won't be able to make it to the funeral. Unfortunately, I have prior commitments that won't allow me to travel, but please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
If there's anything I can do to support you and your family during this difficult time, please don't hesitate to let me know.
Sending you lots of love and strength during this difficult time. May you find comfort and peace in the cherished memories you hold dear.
Sincerely, Lacresha Mckinney

1Thessalonians 4:13-14 Brothers and sisters, we do not want you to be uninformed about those who sleep in death, so that you do not grieve like the rest of mankind, who have no hope. 14 For we believe that Jesus died and rose again, and so we believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in him. Revelation 21:1-6 Then I saw "a new heaven and a new earth," for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away, and there was no longer any sea. 2 I saw the Holy City, the new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as a bride beautifully dressed for her husband. 3 And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, "Look! God's dwelling place is now among the people, and he will dwell with them. They will be his people, and God himself will be with them and be their God. 4 'He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death'or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away."
5 He who was seated on the throne said, "I am making everything new!" Then he said, "Write this down, for these words are trustworthy and true."
6 He said to me: "It is done. I am the Alpha and the Omega, the Beginning and the End. To the thirsty I will give water without cost from the spring of the water of life.
Our most deepest and heartfelt sympathy to "ALL" for the passing of Isaac Eugene Jones, Sr., who was another "father" figure to us the "West" family of Knoxville, TN. We have loss two dear and life long neighbors in the same week, who resided on Ben Hur Avenue, many years ago. These were our roots. Ms. Margie Alford-Keese live next door to us and our "Daddy Isaac Jones, Sr." straight across the street, in front of our home at 500 Ben Hur. Despite the distance, after the Jones Family move from Knoxville to Chattanooga, our family love for each other has always remained the same through-out our lives, and for that, we give GOD "all" the Praise, Honor and Glory. A life well lived and blessed.
May the PEACE of GOD that surpasses "ALL" understanding bring comfort to "ALL" now and forever. Treasure the memories of your Love Ones in your Hearts forevermore. "Daddy Isaac Eugene Jones, Sr. will be missed, but Never, Ever forgotten. R.I.H. with JESUS! Continual prayers for "ALL" in the days, months and years to come. With Love.
Lillian West-Collins & Madelyn (Connor Hill) Family, Jamesena West-Hardin & The Hardin Boyz