Edward L. Jones was born September 23, 1932 in Limestone County to Ida Pearl and John Henry Jones. He was raised by his Grandparents the late Edward and Fannie Forge, and was the oldest of six children. He received his education in Limestone County. He loved living in the country and riding horses. In 1951 he moved to Fort Worth, Texas where he met the love of his life Marcia Allen. They were married April 24th, 1954. To this union were born 4 children, Robert, Doris, Jerrell and Shelia.
Edward was employed by Trinity Valley Iron and Steel where he was a supervisor for 30 years. He loved working on cars also he worked for Michell-Gulf for 25 years.
He accepted Christ and united with the Golden Gate Church of God in Christ under the leadership of Elder Johnny Castleberry. He was a faithful member. He loved singing in the choir until his health declined.
Edward was called home April 5th, 2021 to be with His Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. His family was by his bedside. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ida Pearl and John Henry. His sister, Nina Ruth and brother Howard.
He leaves behind: his beautiful wife of 67 years, Marcia Jones; his children Robert Jones (Sharon), Doris Johnson (James), Jerrell Jones (Jamie) and Shelia Roland; Edward had 8 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren; his siblings, 2 brothers, Wilmer Forge and Maurice Jefferson; two sisters, Joyce Wiley and Patricia Mooney; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
