Zella Louise Jones' Obituary
Decatur-Zella Louise Jones, 64, of Decatur, passed away Thursday, August 22, 2013 in Symphony of Decatur.
She was born January 24, 1949, in Paris, Illinois the daughter of Andrew Jackson and Lida Belle (Wilson) McCarty. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She married Thomas E. Jones July 2, 1971. He preceded her in death May 31, 2013.
She leaves behind her son Thomas (Dara) Jones, Jr., daughter Stephanie (Trey) Newbern, brothers Stanley (Carol) McCarty and Sherod (Judy) McCarty, sister Sharon (Wally) Williams, four grandchildren, and one great-grandson.
She was reunited in Heaven with her parents, husband and brothers Sherman and Sam McCarty.
Graveside services to celebrate Zella’s life will be 3 p.m. Wednesday, August 28, 2013 in Graceland Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. Monday, August 26, 2013 in Moran & Goebel Funeral Home.
The family of Zella Louise Jones is being served by the Moran & Goebel Funeral Home, 2801 N. Monroe St. Decatur, IL. Please view the online obituary, send condolences, and share memories at www.moranandgoebel.com.
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