Linda Lee Jones, 66 of Mannington, WV passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 21, 2013 at Ruby Memorial Hospital. She was born April 2, 1947, to the late James Alfred Clelland and Betty Lee Clelland of Mannington, WV.
She was the loving wife of Walter Jones; a caring sister to her brother James Clelland and his wife Jane, to her sister Kimberly Thorne and her husband Jeff. She was committed to her family and daughters, Ann Brennan and longtime companion Jeff Bryant, Susan Brooks, Dajia Jones, and sons Edward Brennan and David Brennan and his wife Amilie Brennan, a step-daughter, Ashley Lantz and husband David, and Brandy Jones.
Also surviving are grandchildren Brennan Brooks, Orry Brooks, Arianna Brennan, Hunter Lantz, Teaghan Brennan, Andrew Brennan, and Oliver Lantz; her nephews Todd Clelland and the late Dave Clelland; her nieces Amanda Thorne and Kayla Thorne, Lindsay Ryan and all the other Jones nieces and nephews she cared deeply for; her brother and sisters-in-law, Don and Linda Jones, Richard and Gay Jones, Robert “Bob” Jones, Sam and Shirley Jones and Dorothy Glasscock, and her uncle Bob Clelland and wife Betty.
Linda loved her family. She enjoyed cooking big family meals and was a master at big family gatherings. Spending time at the beach and reading were two of her favorite hobbies, in addition to attending and watching WVU Basketball and Football games. She took great pride in doing good deeds for others anonymously.
Family and Friends may call at Masters Funeral Home, 209 Main St., Mannington, WV for a celebration of Linda’s life on Wednesday, July 24, 2013 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. An informal time for sharing memories with the family will begin at 7:30 PM Wednesday evening in the funeral home.
Family and friends will meet for a Memorial Mass of Christian Burial that will be celebrated on Thursday, July 25, 2013 at 10:00 A.M. in St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, Mannington with Reverend Douglass Sutton as celebrant. Those wishing to attend the Mass are asked to gather at the church no later than 9:45 AM Thursday morning.
Cremation was chosen as the final method of disposition and her ashes will be scattered at a later date.
Arrangements are under the care of Masters Funeral Home of Mannington. On-line condolences may be left at www.mastersfuneralhomewv.com
Condolences
Linda was one of my favorite cousins. She always made me smile. I will miss her!
I was saddened to hear about Linda's passing. She was always one of my favorite cousins. She always made me smile. I will miss her!
I offer my deepest condolence to Linda's family. She was a very special lady, a joy to be around. May God bless each of you!
words can not express how saddened i am to hear of Linda s passing. She always had such a light and a wonderful laugh. I will miss her dearly. I only knew her her for a very short time but in that time she made me feel like i was always welcome at her home or just to pick up the phone to call her. I am honored to say that sh e was my friend. Walter and Dajia my prayer are going out to you in the hard times. God gained and amazing angel when you lost her im sure she will be watching over you . Always miss you Linda.May God Bless and Keep you .
See Ya, Love Ya, Bye Linda
When I heard that you had left us
I was simply blown away
How could that be possible?
We were laughing yesterday.
Your dry wit and your humor
Your ‘grin’ and devilish smile
No one knew what you’d do next
You had one unique style!
Oh how I’d anticipate you
Clocking “in” on second shift
How I waited for your quips
You had a truly special gift.
Always there for everyone
So dependable, sincere
Kind, gentle and caring
Felt good to have you near.
So, my dear departed friend
I’ll think of you each day
Peace and rest and comfort
I hope you’ve found today.
Your last words to me
Will help my tears to dry
You punched my arm and said,
“Hey…see ya, love ya, bye!”
We extend our deepest sympathy on Linda's passing. She will be missed greatly by all who knew her.
I was saddened to hear of the death of my long-time friend, Linda. Linda and I have been friends for many, many years and have shared some special memories, along with our friends Cheryl and Diana. The last time we were all together was a special time and Linda kept us all laughing as we enjoyed lunch together. I regret that I cannot make it to her service, but I will forever remember our good times together. Gary and I are thinking of you and send condolences to your family.
May you rest in peace, Linda!
Linda your beautiful smile and wonderful hugs will be so greatly missed. Thank you making my life brighter every time I saw you. Heaven is so much sweeter with you there. My prayers and thoughts are with you entire family. Dr Brennan and Family God will carry you all through this very difficult time. God bless you all
Thought and Prayers are with you and your family in your time of sorrow.
Linda was a wonderful patient as well as a wonderful person.
She always had a smile on her face. She would always make us laugh.
She was very a very caring person. She will truly be missed by all.
Love: Dr. Yvonne Hoogland, April Glasscock, Katy Neel, Carol Miller, Kristy Haddix
Ann, Susan, Dajia, Teddy & David: Sorry to hear about your mom, I know how very much she loved each and every one of you. Linda was such a very dear friend of mine and I will miss her deeply. Your mom was one of the nicest, kindest friends with the biggest heart I have ever known. She enjoyed family meals and holidays with all of her family; it was something she always looked forward to. Linda took pride in all of you; she would always talk to me about all of you. Linda and I worked together at several jobs and I remember always taking POWER lunches with you mom. We would go to George Stait concerts with Walter and talk about how good looking GS was and how well he fit in those blue jeans. When all of you got older and moved away from home your mom could not wait until Christmas to have all of you home (she enjoyed Christmas). Your mom would give the shirt off her back for anyone. I could just go on and on about Linda, I miss her so much. Walter I know how very much Linda loved you and how we all will miss her. God Bless all of you. Love, Carla
Linda Lee, with heavy hearts we walk thru the doors at work, knowing it will never be the same. Your laugh, your smile, you saying hi "Baby Doll" to each of us, the hugs, tears, long talks, and heart to hearts we had, now live on inside these walls, we each shared a special bond with you that now leaves us broken with sorrow. If only we'd known..... If only we could've helped...........If only to hug you one last time, We love you our dear friend, we will miss you until we hear you say, Hi Baby Doll at those pearly gates. Always in our hearts.........Your girls, Jennifer, Alisha, Rockie, and Lou.
Dear Walter and family. Although we cannot be there in person, we are with you in spirit. Linda was one of those few people in life that we could call friend. We remember all the fun times we had together.
Thinking of you with love and prayers,
Don & Dianne.
KIM & FAMILY, WE ARE SENDING YOU OUR HEARTFELT SYMPATHY. LINDA WAS SUCH A LOVING AND KIND PERSON. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY & FRIENDS.
After 20 years, I feel fortunate to have had the opportunity to see Linda in January of 2013. Our visit brought back fond memories of our years in Shinnston. My heart felt condolences go out to Linda's family and loved ones.
Marlene Knight
Dear Teddy, David, Ann, and Susan, So very, very sorry to hear of your mom's passing. She was such a nice person and always had a smile on her beautiful face. I remember her having a "play group" for young children when David was young and my son, Matthew, attended that. She and David Wright's mom were the leaders of the "play group".
We are thinking of you all and praying for your family. God Bless you, Anita and Chris Ballard