Celebrating the life of
Gwendolyn Walker Jones
September 22, 1921 - February 10, 2011
SAVANNAH - Gwendolyn Ann Hall Walker Jones, 89, of Savannah, died Thursday, February 10, 2011, at Savannah Square. The Lyons, Georgia native lived most of her life in Savannah.
Gwendolyn was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Rufus Lester Hall of Lyons, Georgia, her sister, Jean Hall Moye of Brunswick, Georgia, her first husband, of 34 years, Richard Faulk Walker of Savannah, and her second husband, of 10 years, Clifton Ray Jones of Savannah.
Gwen attended the Sherwood Conservatory of Music in Chicago, Illinois and later worked for J.A. Jones Construction Company in Brunswick, Georgia which built Liberty Ships for World War II.
Gwen was a member of Isle of Hope United Methodist Church and a former longtime member of Epworth United Methodist Church. At Epworth she was the accompanist for the Chapel Choir, a member of the Chancel Choir and a member of the United Methodist Women Circle No. 6.
Survivors include her daughter, Lisa Walker Jones and her husband Ken of Savannah; her son Richard Raymond Walker and Diane Pastoor of Knoxville, Tennessee and former daughter-in-law Sharon Lockmiller Walker of Knoxville, Tennessee; step-children are Keith Michael Jones and wife Janet of Milledgeville, Georgia and Karen Jones Fite of Athens, Georgia. Grandchildren are Walker Clifton Jones and his wife Rebecca of Atlanta, Georgia, Kristin Leigh Walker of Knoxville, Tennessee, Travis Hall Walker of Knoxville, Tennessee, Jessica Thompson Allred and husband Ryan of Monticello, Georgia, Lizzie Glynn Jones of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and Darrell Sims Fite of Athens, Georgia. Her great-grandchildren are Claira Walker of Knoxville, Tennessee and Jackson Ryan Allred of Monticello, Georgia. She is also survived by three nephews, Eric, Alan, and Bob Moye and their families.
The family wishes to thank Gwen's wonderful caregivers, KeKey Quarterman and Audrey Johnson for their devoted care.
The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm on Friday, February 11, at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel.
The funeral service will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, February 12, 2011, at Isle of Hope United Methodist Church.
Interment will follow at 3:00 pm in Lyons City Cemetery, Lyons, Georgia.
The family suggests that any donations be made to the Adult Choir Fund at Isle of Hope United Methodist Church, 412 Parkersburg Rd., Savannah, GA 31406.
I will always remember your Mom's beauty and graciousnes, both inwardly and outwardly. Also, I will remember her outstandingly, beautiful ability on the piano. Enjoyed singing with her in the church choir; having her as a Sunday School teacher; and being around her. She was a wonderful role model for me. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Wendy Hester Ciccodicola
- Wendy H Ciccodicola, Cranbury, NJ
Lisa, dear one, some of my fondest memories were of spending time with my cousins,Gwen and Jean, in Lyons,Savannah,and Brunswick. Uncle Rufus and Aunt Lucille were so very dear to me. I was blessed to see and talk with Gwen in recent months and weeks and look forward to seeing her in Heaven. Lovingly, Marcia
- Marcia Nyberg, Flowery Branch, GA
Lisa, Rick and Family I was so sorry to hear of Gwen's passing. May she enjoy enternal peace with our Lord.
- Mary Fulcher Lamer, Palm Coast, FL
Lisa, Marcia's email reached me too late for the visitation or I would have been there for Gwen. I have good memories of Gwen, and of Aunt Lucille and Uncle Rufus. Love to you and your family.
- Kay Fulcher Adams, Midway, GA
Lisa, My family and I would like to extend our thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Being the Director of Nurses I had time to get to know your mother and spend time with her and your family. I am so sorry for your loss, and please know that your mother will be missed. Kathleen Paro
- Kathleen Paro, Richmond Hill, GA
I will always remember your Mom's beauty and graciousnes, both inwardly and outwardly. Also, I will remember her outstandingly, beautiful ability on the piano. Enjoyed singing with her in the church choir; having her as a Sunday School teacher; and being around her. She was a wonderful role model for me. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Wendy Hester Ciccodicola
- Wendy H Ciccodicola, Cranbury, NJ
Lisa, dear one, some of my fondest memories were of spending time with my cousins,Gwen and Jean, in Lyons,Savannah,and Brunswick. Uncle Rufus and Aunt Lucille were so very dear to me. I was blessed to see and talk with Gwen in recent months and weeks and look forward to seeing her in Heaven. Lovingly, Marcia
- Marcia Nyberg, Flowery Branch, GA
Lisa, Rick and Family I was so sorry to hear of Gwen's passing. May she enjoy enternal peace with our Lord.
- Mary Fulcher Lamer, Palm Coast, FL
Lisa, Marcia's email reached me too late for the visitation or I would have been there for Gwen. I have good memories of Gwen, and of Aunt Lucille and Uncle Rufus. Love to you and your family.
- Kay Fulcher Adams, Midway, GA
Lisa, My family and I would like to extend our thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Being the Director of Nurses I had time to get to know your mother and spend time with her and your family. I am so sorry for your loss, and please know that your mother will be missed. Kathleen Paro
- Kathleen Paro, Richmond Hill, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
