Calvin Jones, Sr. Obituary (1932 - 2020)

Calvin Jones, Sr., went home to be with His heavenly Father early Tuesday morning, November 3, 2020. He was born September 29, 1932. Calvin attended Dunbar Elementary School in Richmond, VA. Accepting Christ as his personal Saviour later in life, Calvin enjoyed attending Sunday School and was baptized at Zion Baptist Church on Decatur Street. Calvin worked as an oiler at Philip Morris for 27 years, barely missing a day at work. He was outgoing and outspoken, a family man and provider. A true Washington Redskins' fan, he enjoyed going to sporting events; he was also good at swimming, playing tennis, football and baseball. On the dance floor, Calvin was an elegant, accomplished hand and swing dancer as well as a sharp dresser. Calvin was known by several nicknames: Cal, Calbo, Southside and at Philip Morris, he was known as "Cupcake." He often referred to himself as "a soldier of the cross." Calvin was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Parker Jones; parents, Mary Jones Anderson and Sherwood Jones, Sr.; two sisters, Geraldine Hobson and Bernice Dickerson (Niecey); brother, Sherwood Jones, Jr. (Shine). He leaves to cheris his memory two daughters, Linda Howard and Anjarnett Johnson; three sons, Ronald Lee Jones, James O. Smith and Calvin Jones, Jr., and a host of nieces, nephews, grandchildren, great grandchildren, cousins and friends. Those we love never truly leave us. there are things that death can not touch. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull St. A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, November 10, 2020 at 2 PM at Maury Cemetery, 2700 Maury St. Rev. Ralph Hodge, officiating.