Malichi “Mack” Crowder Jones, III, 76 of 106 Clarendon Road, Ahoskie, NC died Saturday, August 8, 2015 at his residence. Born in Northampton County, he was the son of the late Malichi Crowder Jones, Jr., and Ethel Markham Jones and was the husband of Thelis Richardson Gordon Jones. He was the owner and operator of H. T. Jones Lumber Company, a member of Ahoskie United Methodist Church, the Lion’s Club, and a Veteran of the U. S. Navy.
Besides his wife he is survived by two sons, William Franklin Jones and wife Michelle of Ahoskie, NC, and James Markham Jones and wife Darleen of Woodland, NC; a sister, Patricia Jones McCracken and husband Guy of Ahoskie, NC; a brother Willard Everett Jones and wife Brenda of Ahoskie, NC; and grandsons, Will Jones, Matthew Jones, and Jack Jones.
A graveside service will be held Friday, August 14, 2015 at 10:00 in Old Hollywood Cemetery in Elizabeth City with the Rev. Bill Haddock officiating. The family will receive friends from 9:30 until service time at the cemetery and at the residence at other times. A memorial service will follow at 2:00 p.m. at Ahoskie United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the NC Lion’s Foundation, 7050 Camp Dogwood Drive, Sherrills Ford, NC 28673 or Ahoskie United Methodist Church, 212Church Street, Ahoskie, NC. Twiford Funeral Home, Memorial Chapel, 405 East Church Street, Elizabeth City, NC is serving the Jones family.
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Robin Daniels Holt, Wanchese
Thelis and family, so sorry for your loss. Mack was a giant among men – such a special, precious heart. Hugs and prayers.
Robin
Anne and Kevin Jennings
Thelis and Mack have always been very special cousins to both of us. July 20, 1969 was a special day which I vividly remember. Thanks to Cousin Mack, when I was 11 years old, I took my first ride in an airplane. Mack took my dad, Vernon Burgess, and me in a small plane. We took off from the grass strip in Elizabeth City and flew a circle around the Wright Memorial and then back to Elizabeth City. My family was living in Tennessee at the time and had come home for a summer vacation visit. After the airplane ride we went back to my grandparents’ place and watched the first lunar landing on an old black and white portable television. When Kevin and I started dating, I joked that everyone around here was related and that we were probably cousins. Turned out that Thelis was first cousin to Kevin’s mother and Mack was first cousin to my dad. It deeply saddens us that we have lost such a kind and generous soul far too soon. Our deepest and heart-felt sympathy goes out to all the family.
Mary Ann Aydlett
Thelis and family,
My deepest condolences to all of you at this time of sorrow. Mack was a kind man and liked by so many people. It was my pleasure to know him for so many years. Please let me know if I can do anything. With love,
Mary Ann
Roxanne Jackson
Thellis and family you are in our prayers as you go through these next days ! Mack and Daddy had many good times going over there Lions Club pins as they sat around the kitchen table and at the many meeting they attended together. Thellis I love you and so sorry for your and the boys loss !
Kay Byrd
To all the family, I will remember Mack as a kind, generous person. This last year, I will remember him for all the hours that he coordinated and rang bells for the Salvation Army. That is a sacrifice and commitment and you have to love what you are doing. He reminded me of my Daddy. Love to all of you. He will be missed by many people.
Phillip Jernigan
Willard & family, sorry for the loss of your brother. May our Heavenly Father bless and comfort your family during this time of sorrow. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Margaret Ann and Louis Twiford
Thelis and Family,
We are here for you during this most difficult time
and we are grieving with you and your family. We are so very
sorry. Mack leaves many wonderful memories of our times
together. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for
you here in Elizabeth City. We are praying for you.
Love and prayers,
Louis and Margaret Ann
Susan Tillis ONeil
Thelis, I’m so very sorry for your loss of Mack. May God grant you peace and with your family, you soon can find joy that he is with Him in heaven. Susan
Lion Wayne Faber
With heartfelt sympathy, may you feel our love embrace you during this difficult time
Gene Alligood
Thelis & Family
Mack & I were good friends at UNC; I am saddened
Gene Alligood
Ann Driskill Rudd
Please accept my condolences and prayers at this sad time.
Beth Ward
Mrs. Jones, Pat, and family,
My dad and mom, Harry Bartlett and Melba Ward, thought the world of Mack. He was always so very kind to both of them. Please know of my prayers for you today and in the days to come.
pat waters mccall
Thelis,
I am so sorry for your loss….Mack was such a nice guy and I remember him well…I have not seen you in a long time, but remember you with fondness…May God cover you with his peace and comfort….love, pat
Richard Jackson
Thelis and Family sorry for your loss ,he will be misses by all. Wish I could be there but s too far. your cousin Richard Jackson
Wendy and Jim Quattlebaum
Thelis and family, Jim and I were so sad to hear of Mack’s passing! He was a special person and will be missed by many. We are holding you close to our hearts and in our prayers.
Bobby and Debbie Johnson
Thelis, Frank and Family
Debbie and I were saddened to hear of Mack’s passing. Our heart felt prayers go out to each of you. Mack was a a man with a passion for life, a passion for the cause of Lions and for his community. He was a true gentleman and a mentor to me in Life and in Lionism during our time in Ahoskie. He will be missed. May peace be with you.
William E. Dunstan
Dear Thelis,
After leaving your home yesterday in Ahoskie, I returned to Chapel Hill through a storm. As I parked my car, the sun appeared and created a beautiful double rainbow. The double rainbow made me think of the inspiring light that you and Mack created together.
Mack made his mark on this world through his good deeds and loving courtesy. I am glad that we enjoyed a nice visit in June at the Museum. I will keep you in my thoughts and heart.
With sympathy,
William E. Dunstan
Cecil & Pam Richardson
Please accept our condolences and may god bless you and your family.
John Guard
Thelis & Family,
I was saddened to learn of Mack’s passing. He had a servant heart and a giving spirit. We first met more than 30 years ago as fellow Lions. We had several mutual friends in the Ahoskie, Edenton and Elizabeth City areas. Mack’s dedication to helping others was borne out in his energetic and tireless work on behalf of the North Carolina Lions, the United Methodist Church and the Salvation Army. Our state and the Northeast have lost a special friend. May God bless you all!
John and Susan Parker
We are sad to hear that Mr. Jones passed away. It was always a special treat to meet him in a store and have a nice long chat about Elizabeth City. He was a nice man and we will miss him.
Johnny and Susan Parker
Charles and Leah Newsome
We are deeply saddened to hear of Mack’s passing. His legacy of service is a shining example for all. May the knowledge that he will be missed by many somehow help ease your pain. Our prayer is that God will grant you strength, peace, and comfort in the days to come.
Joyce Sumner
My prayers and thoughts are with you Mark and your family
Jack Stephens
I was saddened to read of the passing of your beloved relative and friend. Mack was a true friend of mine during my three years in Ahoskie, while I served as news editor of the News-Herald and president of the Lions Club. I enjoyed his wisdom and counsel. He will be missed by so many people. Condolences to Thelis, Frank and James.
John & Jackie Sawyer
Dear Thelis and Family,
We were deeply saddened to learn of Mack’s passing. We feel blessed to have been with you both, Mackey and Margaret only a week before when you visited us at Millicent’s home. You both have been such wonderful friends from our days in school, on band trips around the country and the class reunions on which you worked so hard to keep our classmates together. We will always cherish a few of the many wonderful memories that Mack left with you, your family and host of friends. Our hearts and thoughts are with you in your time of grief.