Margaret W. Jones

Mrs. Margaret W. Jones, 88, affectionately known as “Mother”, to all who knew and loved her (“Mudda” to her grands), passed away Monday, May 3, 2021, surrounded by her loving children at Candler Hospital. She was born on March 27, 1933, to the late Mr. Henry C. Noble and the late Mrs. Beatrice (Sally) Williams. During her early teen years, Margaret headed & fan-tailed shrimp on Thunderbolt docks and cleaned homes in the Evergreen and Thunderbolt communities, earning her own lunch money for school. Her education was attending Powell Laboratory and Beach/Cuyler School. She was baptized at an early age at Central Baptist Church, Thunderbolt, GA. Later on in life, she moved her membership to St. Mary’s AME Church of East Savannah, which was within walking distance from her home. In 1952 Margaret married the love of her life, Julius J. Jones, Jr., an Army soldier stationed at Ft. Stewart, GA. She was a devoted wife and loving mother who spent her time rearing their 8 children. With Julius’ tours of duty, the family traveled and lived on many Army bases state side and overseas. In 1965, Julius retired from Ft. Eustis, VA, and the family moved to Savannah. Mother loved reminiscing about life in Landstuhl, Germany, one of her favorite destinations. Margaret had a quick wit to her spirit; always the life of the party! Way into her golden years, she’d always made people laugh with her stories or jokes. For example, she attended open house at this very funeral home, the director told one of her daughters to bring back 100 people for open house. With a quick and witty response, Mother said “do you want them dead or alive? “ The director chuckled so hard that he couldn’t respond! She also had friends in nursing homes that she visited. The staff requested that she return because not only did she cheer up patients, but also cheered up the staff. She sacrificed a lot for her children, so when they became adults, she said “it’s my turn!” She loved shopping and dressing up and the many stores she frequented, she was well known as “Sexy Momma” and/or “Mother”. She loved her high heels, even late in life with the aide of her walker; she’d be wearing her high heels and flashy accessories, everything matching. Mother loved being independent; she was well active into her late 80’s. She enjoyed cooking and organizing her extensive wardrobe. She enjoyed the outdoors, gardening and yard work. She would sit on her walker and rake leaves. Many doctors commented that’s what probably added to her longevity. She lived a colorful life; never met a stranger and she was beautiful person, inside and out. She loved sitting under her carport waving and conversing to anyone who came by including the young mail lady with whom she’d always joked with. Mother was well known for her historic knowledge of Savannah. She also knew of various Black and White families in the Thunderbolt area, as generations would ask Mother about their family history. In addition to her parents, stepfather, the late Mr. Dennis Allen, she was the sole survivor of her five younger siblings, who preceded her in death: two brothers, James Williams; Matthew Allen, three sisters: Shirley (died in infancy); Peggy Butts Hollis, and Pearlie Mae Cuyler. At an early age, she was reared by her grandparents, the late Mr. Albert & late Mrs. Abbie Williams, where she was raised as one of their own, and in that household all have preceded her in death: five uncles; Albert Williams, Jr, Warren Williams, Eddie Williams, Walter Williams, Joseph Williams; three aunts: Catherine W. Green, Ellen W. Royal, and Annie W. Kearse. After 52-years of marriage, Julius passed away. She was also preceded in death by her oldest son, Gary W. Jones; three sons in-law; Charles Mitchell; Timothy Norris; and Anthony Wolfolk. She leaves to cherish her memories her beloved children: two sons: Claude J. Jones; Marvin L. Jones; five daughters, Cheryl J. Douse; Martha J. Mitchell; Yolanda J. Wolfolk; Carolyn J. Chisholm, son in-law Wesley; and Denise N. Mallory, son in-law Arthur; 14 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren, and 3 great-great grandchildren; one daughter in-law, Donna Jones; one brother in-law, Mr. William “Billy Cuyler; three sisters in-law, Mrs. Minnie Lou Williams; Mrs. Loretta Allen; and Mrs. Cynthia Jones, Newbern, NC; one aunt, Mrs. Cassie Williams; A host of nephews, nieces, and cousins. Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 15, 2021, at 12:00 pm, at Bonaventure Funeral Home, 2520 Bonaventure Road, Savannah, GA. DUE TO COVID-19 PANDEMIC RESTRICTIONS, the funeral services will be held in the Chapel with only children and grandchildren in attendance. (The service will be telecasted on Bonaventure Funeral Chapel of Savannah - Home|Facebook. The public viewings will be held Friday, May 14, 2021, 3-6 pm and Saturday, May 15, 2021, 9-11 am. Extended family and friends are welcome to attend the graveside service starting at 1:30 pm with the procession to Forest Lawn Cemetery, Bonaventure Road. Please practice social distancing and wearing face masks is mandatory. The family wishes to acknowledge Candler Hospital; SouthCoast Health, and everyone for the food, cards, calls, and most of all love and prayers. Special acknowledgements to neighbors and friends: Mrs. Gwen Walker; Ms. Evelyn Fields; Ms. Doris Bynes; Ms. Margaret McAllister and Mr. Nelson Rowe.

Margaret W. Jones

March 27, 1933 - May 3, 2021