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1930
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2020
Leon Jones Obituary
September 10, 1930 December 14, 2020
Leon Jones was born on September 10, 1930 to Vandella Fisher and Odie Conner. Leon left this life on December 14, 2020.
He was a loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He married Jacene Moses on April 18, 1950 in Clarksdale, Mississippi. He joined the United States Army in 1951 and served for over 25 years. Afterwards, he earned an Associates Degree in Criminal Justice from Pikes Peak Community College and worked as a Correctional Officer for 15 years. Leon and Jacene raised 11 children together.
He was preceded in death by three children: Odie Leon, Jacene Mack, Angelia Colbert) and his wife, Jacene. He is survived by three children: Gwendolyn Jones, Carrie Williams, Ronald Jones, Sophia Jones, Elizabeth Bailey, Cedric Jones, Leone Jones, Tyrone Jones, and a host of grand and great-grandchildren.
Leon loved cooking, entertaining family and friends, picnics in the park and just enjoying the city of Colorado Springs as it grew. He also enjoyed watching football games with his beloved wife, Weewee.
Leon will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
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Herbert Jones
July 31, 2021
I grew up with one of Leon's children, Cedric. I met Cedric after being mistaken for him on the local play grounds in sixth grade - we told everyone we were brothers after that! Leon and WeeWee always made me feel like part of the family and I will miss their kindness - God Bless them both!
Julie Strickland
January 2, 2021
My condolences to the family. Growing up with the Jones children, I was at their house almost everyday hanging out with my BFF Sophia. Mr. Jones and Wee Wee always made you feel at home. Your dad was a great man and will live long in your lives.
Julie Strickland
January 2, 2021
Condolences to the Jones family. Growing up with the some of the Jones children, I was at their house peobavly everyday hanging with my BFF Sophia. Mr. Jones and Wee Wee never fussed about me being there. They were always so nice. A great man will be missed but will always be a part of all of you. Sorry for your loss and prayers to the family.
audrey littlejohn
December 26, 2020
From the Ganaway family,
We send our blessings and condolences. Our family will always remember.
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