Bernard Jones
October 19, 1932 — October 10, 2020
Bernard Eugene Jones’ journey finally came to an end on Monday, October 10, 2020, when Our Heavenly Father called him from labor to rest.
Bernard was born October 19, 1932, in Uniontown, Pennsylvania, to the late David Sheridan and Florence A. Jones. He received his formal education through the school system in Uniontown, Pennsylvania. After graduating from Uniontown High School, he entered the United States Air Force. After serving active duty for twenty-three years, he retired in 1976 as a Technical Sergeant. He then joined the Civil Air Patrol and retired as a Lt. Colonel in September 2002 after twenty-four years of continuous service. He was loved by many, respected, and admired by his colleagues.
With great pride, honor, and merited achievements with a true desire to advance and excel, Bernard received his Bachelor of General Studies degree in 1977 from Chaminade College, Honolulu, HI, and a Master of Social Work degree in 1985 from Eastern Washington University, Cheney, WA.
Bernard was a faithful servant working as Calvary’s Church Van Driver, helping with the Custodians, Church Storehouse, and anything else he was asked to do. In his later years, biking trails became a love; his wish for every church to have a bike to ride. He was dedicated to sharing and helping anyone who asked.
Sometimes life for Bernard was not always easy, but through all of the trials and tribulations, he knew his life was important and his faith and belief in God never wavered.
Bernard leaves to cherish fond memories, his son Berton; two sisters, Florence Jones (Aurora, CO), Emma Jones (Concord, CA); one niece Amy Lewis (Concord, CA); one nephew Glen Snipe (Mableton, GA); and a host of devoted friends and acquaintances.
Berder Jones
July 8, 1934 — July 31, 2024
On Wednesday, July 31, 2024, Berder Lee Mason Jones’ journey had finally come to an end. Our Heavenly Father called Berder from her labor, to receive her just reward.
Berder was born July 8, 1934, in Marion Junction, Alabama. She is the last of three children born to the late John Henry and Naomi Mason. She received her education through the school system in Atoka, Tennessee, where she grew up. It was here that she met her siblings, Marie, Shalvie, and Jessie Mason, all proceeded her in death.
She met and married Bernard Jones on January 2, 1957, and from this union, they were blessed by God with a child they richly loved, Berder’s only son Berton. They were stationed at Fairchild AFB in Base, then moved to Spokane, WA in 1973. She later joined Calvary Baptist Church in Spokane where she was dedicated and became a member of the church family. Berder was a faithful and tireless member and involved herself in various roles: Chair, Women’s Missionary, Trustee Board, Culinary Supervisor, and worked in the kitchen for 25 years. She took on these tasks with great joy. Over the years, as needed, she was always asked to step in and use her common sense to benefit the church and to assist in any way she could.
Berder worked for the Washington State Work Tank Board and later at Safeco/Country Western Insurance as a File Clerk. After taking care of injured dogs, big and small, she and her husband joined the Chapter of the Washington State Bicyclists and were instrumental in bringing the Chapter into a strong force. They were well respected throughout Washington State as they received various awards for their participation and service. Berder and Bernard joined themselves in making the Bibles and Booklets for our local prison and distribution of the Salvation Army and Calvary Baptist Church. She worked as a cook for the church and helped with all the programs. With a great desire to serve, Berder continued to work in the kitchen and was a member of Calvary’s Jail Ministry. She was the one that kept our family moving along.
Berder will be missed and leaves to cherish fond memories and forever keep her in their hearts: her devoted and loving son, Berton; sister-in-law, Florence Jones (Aurora, CO); nieces Amy Lewis (Concord, CA); one niece Shalvie Lewis (Concord, CA); one nephew Glen Snipe (Mableton, GA); and a host of devoted relatives and friends.
Berder was happily gathered in her eternal resting place by her loving parents, John Henry, and Naomi Mason; her brother Isaac Mason, and her sister Ester Snipe, along with her sister’s son Darrell. But the greatest joy was when her love, Bernard Eugene Jones, reunited with her.