Isabel Jones

Obituary

Passed on

Peacefully on February 14, 2018 Isabel Jones (nee Lawrence) passed away at Rosewood Lodge with her family by her side. She was born in Stonewall, Manitoba January 9th, 1929. Survived by her children Allan (Marilyn), Ken (Janis), Vivian (James). Grandchildren Jason, Chad (Carla), Clint (Becky), Adam (Vera), Pamela (Kevin), Daryl (Ally), Blair (Kayla). Step grandkids Christine (Dan), Shawn (Erica). Great grandchildren Carson, Hailey, Casey, Lilly, Isla, Alex. Steps: Michaela, Mia, Christine, James and Serena. Survived by Evelyn York, Jean (George) Griffin, Jack (Isabel) Lawrence, Eileen (Marvin) King, Kathy Nichol, Eileen Jones, Gwen Griffin and numerous nieces and nephews. Isabel is predeceased by her loving husband Ben Jones and her parents Albert and Edna Lawrence and numerous brothers and sisters in law. Isabel was raised on her parent’s farm in Argyle, Manitoba and attended the Brant – Argyle School. On October 23, 1948 Isabel married Ben Jones. They farmed on the Jones family farm in Warren. There they raised their children and she took an active roll in all farming activities. She loved to be outside, enjoyed horses and driving all the farming equipment, hauling hogs and running a chicken operation. In her earlier years she planted a massive garden, having enough to feed her family and friends at huge Sunday meals. Everyone was always welcome at her home and never left without being well fed. Her pantries were always well stocked, including a third drawer at Rosewood. She took pride in her flowerbeds and dealt with Ben accidentally rototilling up some of her perennials. They would play their violins together at dances and at home, sometimes Isabel would enjoy playing along with the tunes on the Saturday night polka party. Going fishing was a passion and she was so happy to be out with her rod last fall. There are so many memories of the antics and predicaments she got into. Her other passions were her kids, grandkids and great grandkids, spoiling each and everyone of them. We have many people and “angels” to thank for keeping mom comfortable and entertained for many years, A close relationship was made with many homecare staff and became like extended family. Many thanks to Dr. Graham and staff at Rosewood Lode. Also Anne Moffat was her closet companion over the last while. They brought each other comfort and a lot of joy. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 24, 2018 at 10:30 am at the Warren United Church. Rev Patricia Baker will officiate. A luncheon will follow at Woodlands Hall. A private family interment will be held at a later date. Flowers are graciously declined, if friends so desire, donations may be made to Rosewood Lodge Recreation Program toward the palliative care.

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