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Lois Whitaker Jones

Lois Whitaker Jones obituary, Baton Rouge, LA

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Lois Jones Obituary

Follower of Christ, Beloved Wife and Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, and Friend went gently home to Heaven on Tuesday, January 15, 2013. Her husband and daughter held her hands declaring their love for her as God, Himself, greeted her home. She loved life, dressing to the nines, colorful things and vibrant living. She loved church. Her heart was to care for others. On sweltering Louisiana days, she greeted the mail truck with a cold drink. She was immediate. This is how she lived. This is how she loved. She used her hands and kisses while surrounding her loved ones with words. Things like, "I love you," were a beginning. But she always went further, was personal and chose to build up each of us to her earthly end. That is her legacy. Laughter was a daily event. At times, we've laughed so hard as to have to leave a restaurant before ordering because we were enveloped in giggles. How she smiled with blue eyes shining! Singing ditties and hymns were daily necessities. Her sense of humor bubbled. Preceded in death by her sweet mother, Dessie DeHart Whitaker of LA, and father, Benjamin Franklin Whitaker of KY; brothers, Ray Whitaker, Murray and Jessie; sister, Opal DeHart. She remembered them all and spoke of them with great love and fondness until the end. Survived by her husband of nearly 41 years, Eddie Jones; children, DeEtte Rabb, Archie M. Rabb III, Ronnie Jones, Mark Jones and Cinda Denoux; 9 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren; her dear sister-in-law and childhood friend, Aurelia Whitaker; along with her nephews, her food-cooking sisters-in-law and "sibling" group who plied their home in overwhelming days with banana pudding and all the fixin's; her Sunday School Care Leader, Margaret Windham, who called weekly for years to pray. This week after her hairdo appointment Saturday, she went out to dine with family. Monday, she quoted, "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me" [Phil. 4:13]. Lived nearly 85 years: born March 2, 1928, eternally home Tuesday, January 15, 2013. Lifelong resident of Baton Rouge; raised in North Highlands; attended Istrouma School. Member of Florida Blvd. Baptist Church. Worked since the 8th grade including at Ethyl then retired from the State Dept. of Elections. Family and friends, your prayers and all you have done and will do to encourage our family has been and still is greatly appreciated. Visitation at Greenoaks Funeral Home, 9595 Florida Blvd., Friday, January 18, 2013 from 5-8 p.m. Visitation resumes Saturday, January 19, 2013 from 10 a.m. with chapel service at 12 p.m. Graveside remembrance service will follow in Greenoaks Memorial Park. Services to be led by her Pastor, Randy Johnson of Florida Blvd. Baptist Church and Pastor Bill Pruitt of Graceworks Church. Our family pallbearers are Archie M. Rabb, III, Dalton A. Rabb, Matthew Denoux, Michael Denoux, Curtis Whitaker and Terry Whitaker. It will long be said, "She loved us." She loved bananas, too, but loved us all even more. Dearest Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother and Friend, because of your faith in Christ, we have entrusted you into God's Hands. Cannot wait to see you again. Thank you for teaching us how to live and laugh and love in Jesus' Name. We are so very grateful.

Published by The Advocate from Jan. 16 to Jan. 19, 2013.
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Mamaw Lois & Paw welcomed me as a daughter in law with two young sons into the Jones clan 24 years ago and loved us as their own. Many many good memories. Heaven welcomed a special lady with a personality and smile as large as the world. You will be missed. Peggy Jones

Peggy Jones

January 20, 2013

loved the line about bananas - made me laugh out loud - what a wonderful mother you had DeEtte, sounds like you two were 2 peas in a pod!

Mary Wolford (Woo)

January 20, 2013

our prayers are with you during this time. God bless you.

Jeff Wittenbrink

January 18, 2013

carla

January 18, 2013

Ms. Lois with very fond memories we bid you goodbye until we meet again. You were such a special person and your faithfulness in Christ was an inspiration to all who knew you. Our prayers and blessings to your dear family.

Madeline and Gene Darcey

January 18, 2013

So sorry to hear of her passing. She always had a beautiful smile. May God to comfort all of you as you go through this difficult time. Her legacy will live on in your hearts and the love of God she showed to others.

Mary Shaw

January 18, 2013

Lois always brightened up the room when she walked in, with her bright clothing and sparkling jewelry, but mostly with her beautiful smile. For over 40 years, she has been part of our family, and I admire how faithfully and tenderly my little brother has taken care of his beloved wife as she has struggled and suffered through the past few years. The Bible says cast your bread upon the waters and it will return to you after many days; Lois must have cast an awful lot of bread --- through kindness and gracious gestures---- because it has come back through many many blessings. We will certainly miss her at each family gathering. Looking forward to when we meet again....

Edna Evans

January 18, 2013

Lois was a great friend. I met her and Eddie at church and we attended many activities together. She enjoyed being with people and had a great sense of humor.

Gerry Babin

January 18, 2013

To my brother Eddie and his Family: My heart goes out to each of you for your loss. God has a plan for each of us and his plan was for Lois to be with him. In Heaven she has no diabetes, no heart trouble and she can eat all the banana pudding she wants. Love to all of you.

Elaine

January 18, 2013

Aunt Lois I will always remember and treasure the sweet smile you gave me when you called me your CAT GIRL. You are truly an angel. You will always have a special place in my heart. Love you

Cat Girl Alice

January 17, 2013

I will miss you my sweet sister-in-law. We had many laughs together. I will always think of you when I make banana pudding. You and my brother made a great couple.REST IN PEACE PRETTY LADY. lOVE YOU, ELAINE

January 17, 2013

DeEtte, my prayers go out to you and your family during this very sad time.

Phylllis Laurent

January 17, 2013

Everyone shoud have a lovely lady such as Ms. Lois in their family. She Reminds me of my mother. I miss her and don't know her but feel as if i do. She attended my High School, Istrouma. Hope i meet her in heaven some day.
Lori K. Lea - co-worker of Cynthia Hano her great niece.

January 17, 2013

Charles and Peggy Rivault
Weare so sorry to read of Lois death. She always had a smile for you it made you feel special. I remember all the Holt gatherings and Lois was always there with a helping hand. She will be missed by all. The family. Or in our prayers

January 17, 2013

WOW, what an amazing legacy you have left. Quite obviously you loved, and are well loved. Oh, how I hope that is the legacy I leave behind. Prayers lifted for your family. Such a wonderful faith you all have. God has gained another Angel.

January 17, 2013

I'm so saddened to hear of Maw's (as Blake calls her) passing. I regret not going by on Sunday when I thought about it. My thoughts and prayers are with all the family and friends.

January 17, 2013

I am saddened by Maw's(as Blake called her) passing. I regret that I didn't go by Sunday when I thought about it. My prayers are with all the family and friends.

Pam Peters

January 17, 2013

Mr. Eddie,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Randy, Rebecca, Garret & Collin Maum

Rebecca Maum

January 16, 2013

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