Charlene Jones

Charlene Combs Jones Charlene Combs Jones passed away peacefully August 5th 2007 in Aurora, Colorado surrounded by loved ones. She was born June 1, 1937 in Phoenix Arizona. Her brother, Kenneth, died as an infant before she was born and her father, Fay Combs, died when she was six. Charlenes fondest memories of her childhood include living on her grandparents farm with her sister Judy. Charlene was especially loved and adored by her mother, Wanda, and Curtis Willett, a true father and friend. On May 4, 1956 Charlene was sealed for time and all eternity to Don Weldon Jones in the Los Angeles, California LDS temple. They recently celebrated their 51st anniversary. Their children never doubted how much they loved each other. Charlenes greatest desire was to be a mother and she was the best! She was a shining example of patience, kindness and love. She was an amazing mother always putting her familys needs above her own. She supported her children in any activity they were involved in and always went the extra mile. She crocheted beautiful blankets out of love for countless people whether a newborn baby or a dear friend. She served her Lord diligently in the LDS church, whether as Relief Society President or in the Primary or in the Young Womens program. She instilled a love of the gospel in her children by always setting a good example to them. Charlene leaves behind a pioneers legacy of unconditional love, kindness, compassion, and integrity. She is our guiding light, oh how we will miss her! She is survived by her husband Don; father, Curtis M. Willett; sister Judy (Frank) Cooper; her children: Valerie (Earl) Rogers of Sacramento, California; Susan (Brent) Seeley of West Jordan, Utah; Randall Jones of Cottonwood Heights, Utah; Julie (David) Smart of Draper, Utah; Stephanie (David) Osborn of Parker, Colorado; and Don Curtis Jones. One of her greatest joys was her grandchildren. Her joy was great because she has 26 grandchildren, 11 great- grandchildrenand counting. She was joyfully greeted in heaven by many loved ones that precede her in death, including her daughter, Kimberly, and her mother, Wanda. A viewing will be held August 10, 2007 at the McDougal Funeral Home located at 4330 South Redwood Road from 6-8pm. Funeral services will be held on August 11, 2007 at 11am at the Kings Peak LDS Chapel located at 498 E. 14085 S. in Draper, Utah. A short viewing will be held prior to the service from 10:00-10:45 am. Interment, Mountain View Memorial Estates.