J. T. Morriss & Son Funeral Homes

Jones, Horace Clinton

Monday, October 29, 2007

Horace Clinton Jones, 93 of Hopewell died Monday, October 29, 2007 at his residence. Mr. Jones was born in McKenny, VA and had been a long time resident of Hopewell. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Hopewell, where he was a former Deacon and a current member of the Singing Saints Choir, he was a former Associate Pastor of Ridge Baptist Church in Richmond, was past president of the Hopewell Optimist Club and the was owner and operator of Jones Appliance Company for over 30 years. Mr. Jones was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas Sydnor and Eva Royal Jones. A loving father and grandfather, he is survived by his wife of 60 years, Patricia Field Jones, a son, David Neale Jones and his wife, Connie Smith Jones, two daughters, Lynn Jones Sulc and her husband James Keith Sulc, Sr., Ann Jones Burkey and her husband Justin Lippincott Burkey, Jr., seven grandchildren, Katie Ann Jones, Sheri Lynn Jones, James Keith Sulc, Jr. and his wife Mary Cabell Sulc, Kendall Paige Burkey, Jordan Elizabeth Burkey, Matthew Christopher Sulc, Lauren Sulc Hruska and her husband Bobby and a great grandson, James Keith Sulc, III. The family will receive friends Wednesday, October 31, 2007 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM in the Hopewell Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service. A graveside service will be held Thursday, November 1, 2007 at 1:00 PM in Blandford Cemetery, Petersburg, VA with the Rev. Jeff Raymond, Pastor of First Baptist Church officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to First Baptist Church, 401 N. 2nd Avenue, Hopewell, Virginia, 23860 or Alzheimers Association, 4600 Cox Road, Suite 130, Glen Alllen, Virginia, 23060. Condolences may be registered with www.jtmorriss.com

Dear Jones' family,

I have just learned of the passing of Mr. Jones. He was a great man, a great friend to my parents, and great role model for all, and will be greatly missed. I have many memories of Mr. Jones and will always cherish the fact that I new him. It has been so long since I have seen any of you, but know I think of you all often. I am currently living in South Korea. Please let your mom know I am sending my thoughts and prayers to you.

Buddy Leavitt

Posted by: Buddy Leavitt at January 2, 2008 12:58 PM

My uncle, Horace Jones, the youngest of eight brothers and sisters of my also now departed mother,
was a wonderful member of the Jones family and someone who shall be greatly missed by all who knew him. I personally do regret not having been able to have much contact with him in recent years, as we live in Cologne, Germany and have not returned to the US for some years now.
Ourlove goes out to his wife Pat and his children and grandchildren, and all who knew and loved him, hoping their grief will diminish with passing time

Posted by: James Towsey at November 2, 2007 12:08 PM

Just one of many fine memories of Mr. Jones, and that is of Mr. Jones cutting his grass every week, at least,(sometimes more often), on his red Murray, wearing his famous brim hat, and waving upon seeing us or anyone passing by. Gosh, he will be sorely missed. Our prayers and thoughts are with Mrs. Jones and the family,
a long time neighbor,
susan smith

Posted by: Susan L. Smith at November 2, 2007 09:36 AM

I was always comforted by seeing Mr. Jones seated on the piano side of the sanctuary. He was a kind and gentle spirit--may his legacy of faith and service continue in his children and grandchildren. It is our prayer that God's peace surround each of you as you remember him in your memories and your hearts.

Angie & Brian Hoff

Posted by: Angie Weston Hoff at November 1, 2007 06:26 PM

Ann & Family, I was sorry to hear about your Dad, I'm sure you have a lot of wonderful memories about him and from experience they will be very comforting to you and your family far into the future. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Randy

Posted by: Randy King at November 1, 2007 03:35 PM

We have fond memories of Mr. Jones. Years go by, he was so faithful each Sunday in coming to First Baptist Church. It has been pleasant seeing him come recently with a daughter or a grandchild and he just seemed "right at home." He has left us a spirit of dedication and faithfulness to our Lord. We know his family will miss his presence. May God bless each of you.
Gay and Chuck Weston

Posted by: Gay Weston at November 1, 2007 07:58 AM