Clarence Jones Jr.

Clarence Jones Jr. was born on August 20, 1943, in Texas City, TX, to the late Clarence Jones Sr. and Fema Mae Jones. He was the cherished eldest sibling to sisters, Jarvis Ann Tookes and Gwendolyn Harris, and brothers, Donald Ray Jones Sr. and Gerald Amos Jones.

After graduating from Lincoln High School in La Marque, TX, Clarence enlisted in the US Marine Corps, but unfortunately had a medical discharge after 3 months of service. In 1963, he married Doris Burton and relocated to Dallas, Texas. He pursued his education at Bishop College and found employment at the Postal Service. Subsequently, he moved to New Orleans, LA, where he worked as a buyer for The Roosevelt Hotel and met his second wife.

On June 26, 1986, Clarence entered into holy matrimony with Patricia A. McGuire. He had a strong faith and early in life professed his belief in Christ. He initially worshipped at Compton Memorial COGIC before transferring his membership to Word of Faith Christian Life Center, where he remained a devoted and steadfast member until his health declined.

Clarence peacefully transitioned from this life on Wednesday, May 1, 2024. He is survived by his loving wife, Patricia McGuire-Jones, sons Charles Jones (Dianne) and Troy Kiper (Renda), daughter Eileen Kiper, and sister Gwendolyn Harris. He also leaves behind several beloved grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends.

Clarence was predeceased by his parents, sister Jarvis Ann Tookes, brothers Donald Ray Jones Sr. and Gerald Amos Jones, son Joseph Kiper, and grandmother Nettie Mae Banks.

May the memory of Clarence Jones Jr. bring solace and strength to those who knew and cherished him.