Mildred L. Jones

Mildred L. Jones age 85, of Utica, passed away on Wednesday September 4, 2024, at the Wynn Hospital, Utica, with her loving family by her side. 

Sunrise: August 20, 1939 ~ Sunset: September 4, 2024

To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven: Ecclesiastes 3:1

 A Time To Be Born: 

Deaconess, Mildred L. Jones, was the third child and first daughter born to the late Dan and Annie Lou (Spanks) Coleman on August 20, 1939, in Earle, AR. Mildred known by most as “Sister” and her favorite title “Grandma” was educated in the state of Arkansas. 

 A Time To Live: 

Mildred relocated to Utica, NY in 1959 and temporally lived with her eldest brother Dan Coleman and his wife. She was employed from 1965-1980 by Mele’s Manufacturer, making Jewelry Boxes. Mildred also worked for Faxton-Sunset St. Luke Nursing Home from 1980-1985 as a CNA until she became disabled. 

 Mildred and Isiah served as loving Foster Parents for Oneida County from 1978 until 2000. A responsibility they both took seriously, and cherished the opportunity to bring a sense of stability to the lives of those in need. 

 Mildred joined The House of God Church Band 1 in 1967 under the leadership of the Late General Elder Elester Wright Sr. She dedicated her life to Christ, received the promise of salvation and the gift of eternal life. 

 Mildred was ordained to the Office of Deaconess in June 1976.

 Deaconess Mildred Jones desired to live as a spiritual example in her home-life first. In her own quiet and compassionate way, shared the joy throughout her community. All of whom can testify she indeed lived a life as a true Woman of God! 

 Mildred found great joy in sewing. She enjoyed volunteering her time with her Compassion Coalition friends until she was no longer able. 

 Deaconess Jones always credited Deaconess Lettie B. Holliman for the Woman she had become. Deaconess Holliman treated her as a daughter and freely shared sound instructions toward her personal and spiritual walk, and played a significant on-going role in the lives of her girls. Friday evenings were spent prepping food for Saturday church dinner sales. Saturday evenings consisted of reciting scriptures, choir rehearsals, usher practice, and cleaning the sanctuary. Deaconess Jones was praised by all for her potato salad and fried chicken. Among the most precious spiritual words ever spoken by Deaconess Holliman was to “always pray and keep GOD first in our lives,” of which she exemplified. 

 Both her late Pastors, General Elder E. Wright, and Elder C. Felton acknowledged her as one of the best Deacons to serve under their leadership. 

 Deaconess Jones led by the Spirit of GOD joined Trinity Faith Temple of Praise in 2007 to guide and assist her daughter within Ministry. She was a true blessing to the ministry and the most faithful and hardest working Deacon to serve. 

A Time To Love: 

Mildred was united in Holy Matrimony to Isiah Jones on June 8, 1963. Isiah had five sons and one daughter prior to his marriage to Mildred, & together they were blessed with four daughters. Mildred remained the most faithful and loving companion alongside her husband, Isiah, for 40 years until his transition on September 8, 2000. 

 A Time To Die: 

On September 4, 2024 Mother Jones was called home to eternal rest at the Wynn Hospital with her family by her side. 

 A Time To Mourn: 

Precious memories of her well-lived and giving life will sustain the joyous gratitude of her loving family; Five daughters and two sons-in-law: Ida May (Lonnie) Doggett, Memphis, TN; Kathy A. Jones, Utica, NY; Pastor Katherine Jones-Voorhees and her husband Francis Voorhees, Utica, NY; Chevelle Moore, Syracuse, NY and Elaine Jones, Lansing, MI; Two sons and one daughter-in-law: Ernest (Marla) Jones, Syracuse, NY; Isiah Jones Jr. Utica, NY. Special Daughter: Elder Carol Vann and husband Stanly Vann, VA. Special Sons: Larry Beavers, Nate Price, Pastor James Jackson and Derrick George. 

 She also leaves to mourn three sisters: Margaret Fudge, Benton Harbor, MI; Katharine Coleman, Marked Tree, AR and Tevonia Richmond, Jonesboro, AR. Six, brothers: James Coleman, LePanto, AR, John (Sandra), Coleman Utica, NY; Jimmy Coleman, Walter Coleman, both of LePanto, AR; Lonnie Coleman and Gregory (Sheila), Coleman, Marked Tree, AR. 

 Grandchildren whom she had taken pride in providing Godly instruction of their lives: Craig (Nicole) Minor Jr., Crystal (Bruce) Sampson, Nerina (Desmond) Moultriez, Dionnarae Jones, Diamond Thompson, Chaonaine Moore, Zashalise (Amarie) Williams, Norman Jones II and Gary Buleyneumar

 Great Grandchildren: Jamel Williams, Synciere Sampson, Xavier Moore, Remy Jones, Kayvaud Minor, Sereniti Sampson, Craig Minor III, Kathana Moultriez, Owyn Moultriez. Jessenia Jones, X’llence Richardson and Grey Williams. Mildred leaves several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. 

 Longtime friends: Elder Mary Hawkins, Deaconess Janie Willis and Shirley James. 

 Predeceased by: three sons: Robert I. Jones, Kerwin M. Jones and Ira Walker; one Grandson: Kayvaud C. Randall. Three sisters: Alberta Coleman, Betty Coleman-Porter and Delois Coleman. Seven Brothers: Dan Coleman, Allen Coleman, Tommy Coleman, Michael Coleman, Ronnie Coleman, Terry Coleman and Nicholas Coleman. 

 The family would like to extend special thanks to Diana Coleman (Sister-in-law), & Deborah Washington for the love and care of Mom. The staff of RCIL ~ “Many Hearts Program”. Chief-Apostle Willie J. Steele, Overseer Angela Carter, and Elder George Clark for your prayers, phone calls and faithfully checking on Mother Jones. 

 Special Thanks to Sandra Soroka, Executive Director of The Neighborhood Center & Administrative staff for your love and support. Sincere Thanks: To the Wynn Hospital – Emergency Room and 8th Floor East Wing Nursing Staff – for the care of our Mother/ Grandmother. 

 Calling Hours will be held on Friday September 13, 2024, from 5-7 pm at The Scala & Roefaro Funeral Home Inc. 1122 Culver Ave. Utica, NY.

Home Going Celebration to commence on Saturday, September 14, 2024, at 11 am, The Believers Miracle and Deliverance Ministries Church, 207 Eagle St. Utica, with the Pastors Betty Richardson and Mildred's daughter Pastor Katherine Jones-Voorhees officiating.  

Private burial will be in Forest Hill Cemetery, Utica, NY. at the convenience of the family.