Obituary for Clarence Jones
Clarence Jones, son of the late Ralph Jones and Alma Lyon Jones, was born March 2, 1923 in Stem, Granville County, North Carolina and departed this life on February 18, 2019.
Clarence attended Little River School in Bahama, North Carolina. When his family moved to Durham, he enrolled in Hillside High School. He was employed at Motor Bearings and Parts for 36 years as Supervisor of Shipping and Receiving. After his retirement, he was employed as a Bus Driver for the Durham County Public Schools.
On December 17, 1945, Clarence was united in Holy Matrimony to Alice Mae Mercer. To this union their only child, Sandra Yvonne was born. During their 73 years of marriage, Clarence and Alice lovingly worked well together in accomplishing great things as caring parents and a support team to family and friends. He affectionately called her ‘Punkin’ and continually displayed his love right up until her death in December, 2018.
At an early age, Clarence became a member of Union Baptist Church where he served faithfully until he and Alice were re-located to New Jersey. He served as vocalist in the Male Chorus, as Trustee, and Chairman of the Deacon Board. He was one of the founders of the Harps of Harmony, a quartet that performed for many years at various churches in Durham and surrounding counties.
Throughout the years, Clarence received numerous plaques and certificates of appreciation for his dedicated and loyal service to Union Baptist Church. To name a few, in 1976, he was named Father of the Year; May 1984, he was recognized for exemplifying the true meaning of Christianity; March 2002, he received recognition for years of service as a leader and supporter of the ministries; and on Men’s Day, June 2005, he was recognized for his many years of service to the Male Chorus.
Among the many activities Clarence enjoyed was traveling with Alice. He also enjoyed singing and listening to gospel music. He had a passion for his cars and was meticulous in maintaining them. He also cherished the opportunities when he could give words of encouragement and advice to others.
Clarence had two brothers, James Jones and Harvey Jones. and a sister, Georgia Mae Laws, who preceded him in death.
Those who will cherish his loving memory are his daughter, Sandra J. (Raymond) Lindsay; granddaughter, Dana Y. Lindsay; grandson, Edward R. Lindsay; great-granddaughter, Jordan Y, Lindsay; great-grandsons, Jared P. Burke and Eric A. Lindsay all of Plainfield, NJ; nephew Leon, nieces, Carolyn Jean, Evelyn, Virginia, Richalean, Alice, Cynthia, Carolyn, Mary, Stephanie, Michelle, and a host of other RELATIVES and loving friends.
Clarence attended Little River School in Bahama, North Carolina. When his family moved to Durham, he enrolled in Hillside High School. He was employed at Motor Bearings and Parts for 36 years as Supervisor of Shipping and Receiving. After his retirement, he was employed as a Bus Driver for the Durham County Public Schools.
On December 17, 1945, Clarence was united in Holy Matrimony to Alice Mae Mercer. To this union their only child, Sandra Yvonne was born. During their 73 years of marriage, Clarence and Alice lovingly worked well together in accomplishing great things as caring parents and a support team to family and friends. He affectionately called her ‘Punkin’ and continually displayed his love right up until her death in December, 2018.
At an early age, Clarence became a member of Union Baptist Church where he served faithfully until he and Alice were re-located to New Jersey. He served as vocalist in the Male Chorus, as Trustee, and Chairman of the Deacon Board. He was one of the founders of the Harps of Harmony, a quartet that performed for many years at various churches in Durham and surrounding counties.
Throughout the years, Clarence received numerous plaques and certificates of appreciation for his dedicated and loyal service to Union Baptist Church. To name a few, in 1976, he was named Father of the Year; May 1984, he was recognized for exemplifying the true meaning of Christianity; March 2002, he received recognition for years of service as a leader and supporter of the ministries; and on Men’s Day, June 2005, he was recognized for his many years of service to the Male Chorus.
Among the many activities Clarence enjoyed was traveling with Alice. He also enjoyed singing and listening to gospel music. He had a passion for his cars and was meticulous in maintaining them. He also cherished the opportunities when he could give words of encouragement and advice to others.
Clarence had two brothers, James Jones and Harvey Jones. and a sister, Georgia Mae Laws, who preceded him in death.
Those who will cherish his loving memory are his daughter, Sandra J. (Raymond) Lindsay; granddaughter, Dana Y. Lindsay; grandson, Edward R. Lindsay; great-granddaughter, Jordan Y, Lindsay; great-grandsons, Jared P. Burke and Eric A. Lindsay all of Plainfield, NJ; nephew Leon, nieces, Carolyn Jean, Evelyn, Virginia, Richalean, Alice, Cynthia, Carolyn, Mary, Stephanie, Michelle, and a host of other RELATIVES and loving friends.