Myrtle Marie Jones, 94, passed away during the early morning hours of Wednesday (March 20, 2019) following an extended illness. Marie was born on March 10, 1925 in Inman, VA to the late William Richard & Lillie Mae (Davis).
Marie enjoyed quilting, working puzzles, and being outdoors. She was a very strong woman that overcame many battles during her lifetime. Marie was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend; she will be greatly missed.
In addition to her parents, Marie was preceded in death by six brothers; four sisters; and two grandsons, Derek Sweeney and Jeff Sweeney.
Left to cherish her memories are her son, Larry Edward Wright; five daughters, Shirley Jones & husband Stanley, Frankie Henderson, Cathy Jean Stiltner, Evelyn Silveira, and Brenda Groves & husband Jim; sister, Susie Ervin; nine grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; two great great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, and a host of friends.
The family will receive friends on Saturday (March 23, 2019) from 1 to 2 p.m. at East Lawn Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow at 2 p.m. in the chapel of East Lawn Funeral Home with Pastor Don McCann officiating.
Myrtle will be laid to rest on Saturday (March 23, 2019) at 3 p.m. in the Garden of David at East Lawn Memorial Park. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.
Online condolences may be made to the Jones family at www.eastlawnkingsport.com. East Lawn Funeral Home and Memorial Park has the honor of serving the Jones family.
