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Obituary For Betty Jones
Mrs. Betty Willis Jones of Columbus transitioned home peacefully surrounded by her family. She was 77 years of age.
The daughter of the late Ms. Eddie Mae Battles, Mrs. Jones was a native of Columbus who was a 1961 graduate of Spencer High School. She was a dedicated member of Greater Beulah Baptist Church where she served as a Deaconess, Sunday School Teacher and with the Mission’s Ministry. She retired from Civil Services (Ft.Benning, GA) following 30 years as a finance manager, and also served as the Director of the Columbus Community Center. She was also a member of the Mid Columbus Club of the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Club, Inc. Other than her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Mr. Walter L. Jones, and two brothers, Howard Lanier and Jerome Battles.
Survivors include; her loving and devoted son, Mr. Daryll “D.J. Jones; a devoted nephew, Terrance Jones; four in-laws, Bishop Barbara Sheppard, Marion Bishop, Chryll Denise Jeffrey (Louis) and Janice Lanier; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
The Homegoing Celebration for Mrs. Jones will be held Tuesday, June 23, 2020 at 12 noon, Graveside at Evergreen Memorial Park. Reverend Chester Hayes will officiate.
Visitation is Monday, 1 til 3:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
The Staff of Progressive Funeral Home is honored to support the family with End of Life Services.
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I will always have fond memories of Betty and Beulah Baptist Church.She always provided encouragement and love to me. She and her husband gave an after reception party at their home when I got married. I'm thankful she was a part of my life. Prayers for the family🙏🏽❤️🙏🏽
To the family my prayers and condolences. I was Betty's Club sister in Mid-Columbus Club of The National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women's Clubs, Inc.
Gone from our sight, but never from our hearts. From: Rev. E. Merle and Judy Brown
Mother Jones (my Diva Godmother), the day I was told you were gone home, the day I dropped to my knees, my mind was lost for words but my soul received PEACE, Mother Jones is with her beloved hubby Daddy Jones. To my Brother DJ, you know I am (Harrell & Neal)are here for you just as many of many other families. My Diva Mother Jones, my Inspiration of Fashion never without STYLE!!! Already know, show them Diva how correctly wear those eyes :-)
My Sister, my heart is sad, more so that I personally can't travel from Cali to GA to attend. You & I have more memories than can be said. More than 50 yrs, you were my Sister I never had, you loved my daughters Regina & Rene' as your goddaughters. Darryl, you are a remarkable young man you were raised to be. Your mother & father were/still very proud of you as we are. Will be so missed but you are now with your beloved long partner Walter. Neal (Harrell) from San Francisco
My condolence to the family. Eason Couch loved betty so much, but now he can meet her again. May God bless you Darryl to be alright and to stay strong. The Couch Family. Elizabeth, REBECCA AND Perry.
I will miss Betty a lot she meant so much to me. I had my wedding reception at her home. My condolences to Darryl and the family. RIP Betty
Daryl - Today and always, may loving memories of your mom bring you peace, comfort and strength. On behalf of the entire McDuffie family, please accept our heartfelt condolences.
Cleveland and Carron McDuffie
