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LaVerne Jones

August 22, 1910 - March 6, 2009

LaVerne Jones was born in Swanton, Ohio, August 22, 1910, and moved to Ann Arbor, Michigan in 1926. After graduating from the University of Michigan with a degree in Psychiatric Social Service, LaVerne married Ted Jones, a geologist. They lived in Missouri and Arkansas for a year and moved to Midland, Texas in 1934, where LaVerne resided until her death.La Verne was a charter member of the Children's Service League and remained active in that organization as a volunteer at the City Health Unit until 1994. Additionally, her work included volunteering for many years as a social worker at the Big Spring State Hospital, at homes for the mentally ill veterans and at Hospice of Midland. She served three terms (9 years) on the Child Welfare Board and was a member of Family Counseling Services and Friends of the Library. She received the Community Service Award from the Midland Optimist Club.As a senior citizen, LaVerne began painting and her paintings received recognition not only in Midland, but also in Austin, where she won awards two consecutive years in the "Art in Ageless" contest, staged by the Texas Homes and Services for the Aging.She is survived by a daughter, Susan Loftin and her husband Steve, of Walnut Creek, Ca. and a son, Thomas Jones and his wife Lynn, of Minneapolis, Mn., and three grandsons Mark Loftin, Craig Loftin and Walter Jones.The family requests memorials to Hospice of Midland, PO Box 2621, Midland, TX 79702.Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Midland. Online condolences can be made at: www.npwelch.com,

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LaVerne Jones was born in Swanton, Ohio, August 22, 1910, and moved to Ann Arbor, Michigan in 1926. After graduating from the University of Michigan with a degree in Psychiatric Social Service, LaVerne married Ted Jones, a geologist. They lived in Missouri and Arkansas for a year and moved to Midland, Texas in 1934, whereContinue Reading

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Chris Newman left a message on November 30, -0001:
LaVerne was always a favorite of mine when I worked as Dir. of Independent Living at Manor Park. Her wit kept me entertained and I was instrumental in getting her to enter the Art is Ageless contest. We had a great time and I was always very fond of her. She made my work delightful. She will be missed by many. Chris Newman
Irene Hernandez left a message on November 30, -0001:
Ms. Jones,was such a wonderful person, it was an honor to work for her this past two years. She will be missed dearly,she has made a great differance in my life, the joy and smiles she shared with me,will be held in my heart always.
PJ left a message on November 30, -0001:
I would like to convey my condolences to the family and friends of Ms. Jones. I truly understand the pain of losing one so dear to you, especially a parent. I found comfort reading the passages in John 11. Jesus resurrected Lazarus, here on earth, before the very eyes of those he loved. We too, will have such joy when John 5:28 is fulfilled. We can only imagine the tears of joy when we too are reunited with our loved ones again. I'm sure Ms. Jones will be missed by those who knew and loved her, remember the experiences you shared together, pass them down to others and her memory will live on, not only in you, but those whom you share them with. May you find comfort from those who surround you at this very difficult time. My sincerest sympathy to all of you.
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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