Barbara Jean Jones' Obituary
Barbara Jean Jones, 78, of Decatur passed away on Friday, January 30, 2015 in Decatur Memorial Hospital.
Barbara was born on December 8, 1936 in Decatur the daughter of Guy and Jessie (Lines) Brownlee. She ran a daycare out of her home for many years. She enjoyed bowling, playing bingo, and hosting many family gatherings. She married Verlin C. “Chet” Jones on October 7, 1958 in Taylorville, IL. He preceded her in death on January 26, 2004.
Surviving are her son, David Jones (Tami) of Moweaqua; daughters, Tami Griffin (Jack) of Decatur; Theresa “Teri” Garrett (Terry) of Argenta; Tonya Larry (Francis) of Decatur; brothers, Robert Brownlee (Kathy) of Blue Mound; Tom Sargeant (Brenda) of Blue Mound; William “Bill” Sargeant (Connie) of Decatur; Guy Brownlee of Decatur; sisters, Janice Borders of Decatur; Connie Jump (Richard) Meyers of Decatur; 8 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, 3 great-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and daughter, Tina Marie Jones.
The family would like to give a special thank you to her grand-daughter, Tina Tucker for all her care of Barbara.
Service to celebrate Barbara’s life will be 11 AM Tuesday, February 3, 2015 in Moran & Goebel Funeral Home. Visitation will be 10-11 AM Tuesday in the funeral home. Burial will be in Point Pleasant Cemetery. The family request casual attire.
The family of Barbara Jean Jones is being served by Moran & Goebel Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 2801 N. Monroe Street, Decatur, IL. View the on line obituary and send condolences to the family at www.moranandgoebel.com
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