J. T. Morriss & Son Funeral Homes

Jones, Catherine Patricia

Wednesday, November 09, 2005

WAVERLY, VIRGINIA

CATHERINE PATRICIA JONES, 68, passed away Tuesday, November 8, 2005 at Southside Regional Medical Center. She was a daughter of the late Alton Earl Jones and Mildred Barnes Jones. She retired in 1990 as a Public School Teacher, having taught in Poquoson, Lynchburg, Richmond, and Fairfax Co. After her retirement she enjoyed playing bridge, gardening, birdwatching, stained glass, travel, and especially time spent at the cottage in Nags Head. Patricia was a loving sister, friend, and teacher who will be missed by all who knew her.

Patricia is survived by her sister, Deborah J. Beale, and husband Larry, of Roanoke Rapids, NC; two nephews, L. T. Beale, Jr., and fianc� Wendi Winchester, and Adam K. Beale, all of Charlotte, NC; cousins, Woody Barnes of Gulf Breeze, FL, Jenny Moore of Pell City, AL, and Millie Stormont of Ocean Ridge, FL; and a very special friend, Donna Raby, of Haymarket, VA.

Funeral services will be held at the Purviance Funeral Home Chapel on Friday, November 11, 2005, at 11:00 a.m. Burial will be private. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Thursday evening from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Waverly Volunteer Rescue Squad, P. O. Box 583, Waverly, VA 23890, or to the American Lung Association, P.O. Box 7065, Richmond, VA 23221-0065. Condolences may be posted at www.jtmorriss.com.

Pat was one "special" person and a very "special" friend.

Met Pat when we opened Chantilly High School in Fairfax County, Va. in 1973....She was a wonderful teacher and was loved by students and colleagues alike.

Pat was a frequent visitor to Maine and loved the rocky coast here....she was one of the few friends who when they visited could tell you the circumstances in the formation of the rocks, etc....

I will miss her always....

Love to you Debbie and your family.....

Posted by: Tom Robbins at November 22, 2005 08:11 PM

So sorry to hear of Pat's death.We live just around the corner from her. I first met her in 1990 when she retired to Waverly. She substituted for me at Tidewater Academy while I was on maternity leave. She was a dynamic teacher. I especially loved her "tell it like it is" attitude. God Bless.

Posted by: Loretta Hellyer at November 10, 2005 12:49 PM

Debbie, you, Larry and the boys are in our prayers. I wish that I could be with you in person and give you a hug.
Know that I love you and think of you at least once every 10 min. hugs and kisses. We will talk soon
love, Robin and Family.

Posted by: Robin and Bert Morris at November 10, 2005 11:40 AM

To the Family of Patricia Jones:
I am so sorry that I cannot be there as we are traveling visiting with family overseas. My deepest heartfelt sympanthies are with you all at this time. Patricia was my best friend and companion from childhood and I have so many fond memories of her. My sorrow runs deep and I will miss her greatly. You are all in my prayers and I send my heartfelt condolences.
Sincerely,
Lewis Jennings and Family

Posted by: Lewis Jennings at November 10, 2005 02:38 AM