Carl Jones' Obituary
Carl E. Jones, age 74, a resident of Lorain, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 3, 2010 at Amherst Specialty Hospital surrounded by his loving family.
Carl was born on January 31, 1936 to Stockton and Bessie(nee Coleman) Jones in Otway, Ohio. His family came to Lorain in 1943. He was a graduate of the 1955B class of Lorain High School.
Carl was employed by the United States Postal Service as a letter carrier for 31 years, retiring in 1988.
He was a member of St. Frances Xavier Cabrini Parish in Lorain and a member of the National Association of Letter Carriers.
Carl enjoyed fishing, gardening, singing, musicals and watching and “coaching” sports in his recliner at home. He was an avid Buckeyes fan.
In 1990, Carl received the gift of a kidney donation for which he was extremely grateful. Helping others and childrens charities were of major importance to him. He loved spending time with his children and grandchildren. He was always there for their activities and sporting events.
Carl is survived by his daughters, Lori A. Garcia(Rick), of Lorain and Valerie M. Jones, of Sunbury, Ohio; son, Jeffrey C. Jones, of Amherst; grandchildren, Timothy, of Columbus, Renee, of Columbus and Christopher, of Lorain; special family friends, Jennifer and Cherie; longtime companion, Jean Evechick.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 32 years, Marie Jones (nee Cicco);brothers, Edwin and Vaughn Jones; sister, Dorothy and parents, Stockton and Bessie Jones.
The Jones Family would like to extend a special thank you to Griswold Special Care, Beth, Lisa and Cheryl for their loving and wonderful care.
Family will receive friends on Tuesday, July 6, 2010 from 3:00- 8:00 p.m. in the Dovin and Reber Jones Funeral & Cremation Center, 1110 Cooper Foster Park Rd., Amherst. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, July 7, 2010 at 9:15 a.m. in the funeral center followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. at St. Frances Xavier Cabrini Parish, 2143 Homewood Dr., Lorain. Rev. Fr. Charles Bisgrove SCJ, will officiate. The Rev. Fr. Lawrence Martello, will concelebrate. Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery, Lorain.
The Jones Family suggest contributions to the St. Judes Children’s Hospital.
Family and friends may leave online condolences at www.dovinreberjones.com
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