June 25, 2023
Mary Fish Jones, 84, of Shawsville, died Sunday, June 25, 2023 at her daughters’ residence in Elliston.
Mary was born June 2, 1939 in Alleghany County, a daughter of the late Erman R. Fish and Retha Helmintoller Syndor. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Richard Lewis; a daughter, Cherrie Rucka; and one brother, Eddie Fish.
Mrs. Jones retired from Kmart in Blacksburg after many years of employment. After her retirement, she worked for Dollar General in Christiansburg.
Surviving are two daughters, Vanessa (Teddy) Smith of Shawsville, and Beverly (Ricky) Collins of Elliston; three sons, Duwayne Lewis of Ashland, Thomas (Deloris) Lewis of Franklin, and Robert (Bekky) Lewis of Elliston; a number of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren; a sister, Rosetta Thompson of Goodview; and a long-time companion, Monte Thomas, of Shawsville.
A graveside funeral service will be held Thursday, June 29, 2023 at Palestine Chapel Cemetery at 1:00 PM with the Rev. Rick Collins officiating. The family will receive their friends from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM on Thursday at Arritt Funeral Home.
Funeral arrangements being handled by Arritt Funeral Home.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at arrittfuneralhome.com
Visitation
Arritt Funeral Home
June 29, 2023 at 3:30:00 PM
1102 S Highland Ave, Covington, VA 24426, USA
Service
Palestine Chapel Cemetery
June 29, 2023 at 5:00:00 PM
Dunlap Creek Road, Covington, VA 24426, USA
Final Resting Place:
Palestine Chapel Cemetery
Dunlap Creek Road, Covington, VA 24426, USA
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Kathy and Robert McCoy
Sep 22, 2023
So sorry to hear of Gene’s passing.
We wish you good memories, peace, and comfort now and always!
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Ryan Summers
Sep 21, 2023
I knew Evan through the EB community as we both suffer from this disease. I used to love playing Fortnite with him especially because he was so good at it. It was amazing to know him, and I am going to miss those times. He touched my whole family even though we live far away in Massachusetts. We are all thinking of your family in this hard time.
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The Randozzo Family
Sep 21, 2023
We are so sorry for your loss prayers for comfort as you go through the hard time.
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Kimm Robertson
Sep 21, 2023
Watching this young man over the years be so courageous. He loved his Momma and sisters so much. Thank you for sharing Evans Journey with us. I will continue prayers for your family. I know in my heart that Even is running around heaven enjoying having no pain. God Bless you all.
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Elizabeth Gardner
Sep 21, 2023
I will never forget you Evan Michael Groves. Caring for you was a pleasure and I will forever be changed for the better by knowing you. Your courage and goodness are a rare gift that an Sending love and comfort to your precious family.
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Virginia Doyle
Sep 21, 2023
May God continue bless you all 🙏🙏🙏🙏
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C&O Historical Society
Sep 21, 2023
Very sorry to hear of Evan's passing. We remember his visit to the Heritage Center in July of 2022 and his love of trains. Our thoughts and prayers are with Evan's family.
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Kimberly R Andrews
Sep 20, 2023
As I watched this young man grow from a toddler when you guys moved in beside me, I was simply amazed at the heart and can do in him. I loved seeing him enjoy everyday adventures that most children take for granted, swinging on a swing, playing in the snow, play with his trucks in the gravel and sliding on waterslide between our houses. It is not going to be the same on the drive without him. Many prayers and much love to you and the girls.
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Yvonne Harvey
Sep 20, 2023
Christina, you all are in my thoughts and prayers. I feel like you have been my family since I have kept up with Evans journey. You have been the best mom.I wondered how you did it all.Thank you for allowing us to be apart of Evans life.I sure am gonna miss him. He is riding his train and we know he is happy.
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Heather Mann
Sep 20, 2023
Many thoughts are with you Christina and his sisters. I know your hearts are so heavy right now but we know dear Evan is free of the horrific pain he lived with all his life. He was such a strong boy and I know his tired little body is now at peace. God be with you all and comfort you during this difficult time. He was so special to so many people.
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Kay & Eddie Long
Sep 19, 2023
Dad (Leonard) and (Mom) Phoebe with us four children (Carol, Kay, Wilson and Barbara lived beside (Uncle Abe and His wife Trudy, with their four children John, Alvin, Lorraine, and Gradey. Many years we all had the best fun and wonderful memories of wonderful country living and mountain air. My best memories of Uncle Abe “ was come Spring to plow the garden. As a young girl, I always wondered how the heck did he keep that big work horse from running off with him when, plowing the garden. That big work horse practically ran with him. Uncle Abe had the most wonderful garden each summer and took great care to tend to the garden and always shared with us. I will always remember Uncle Abe stood by our Family when ( Dad) Leonard passed. We were very grateful for that. Uncle Abe, now there is a (Bountiful Garden) in Heaven that is waiting for you and all those passed before you. Uncle Abe your hard work here on earth is done. You have been a Wonderful Servant unto our Lord. May you Rest In Peace. You will be missed. Kay & Eddie Long.
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Addie Holesapple
Sep 19, 2023
Sending so much love to Christina, Chyanne, Hannah, and the entire family! 💗 Evan was such a sweet, special soul and will be forever remembered. Praying for peace and comfort both now and in the days and years to come.