Mrs. Linda Joyce Cooper Jones
(July 23, 1951 - November 1, 2023)
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Funeral Location: Saint John Baptist Church 3404 West Beltline Boulevard Columbia, South Carolina
Funeral Date & Time: Thursday, November 9, 2023 / 2:00 P.M.
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To the Jones family, please accept our condolences from the fruit of the spirit Christian Fellowship Church. We will continue to keep the family lifted up in prayer. Bishop Kevin Nelson, pastor. Linda and I work at the Jefferson Square building down town Columbia, she was such a wonderful person.
Sending lots of love and prayers to John and the family. We remember Linda’s beautiful smile and wonderful personality fondly.
To John, Whitney, Ashley and Morgan,
I want to extend my deepest sympathy to all of you during this difficult time. It is my prayer that you find comfort in the days ahead.
Dear Family,
We loved Joyce and we are truly blessed that she was a part of our lives. She and Kathy were my babysitters. Over the years, it was so wonderful to always see her, see her smile and feel her embrace. She never missed a funeral or a family function and it was always good to see her smile – it made things better. You will remain in our prayers and she will remain a special part of us and her legacy will live on in our hearts.
John and family, sorry to hear about the passing of your wife Linda. You have my deepest condolence. May Jehovah God heal your broken hearts. Hope someday you will see her in Glory.
Yours in Christ Jesus,
Smilie and Tina Christie
Condolences to the family and friends of Mrs Linda Joyce Cooper Jones. May our loving Father God keep His loving arms around you as you grieve. The funeral was beautiful. God bless you all! Teresa and Oliver Thomas
To John and family: We were blessed to see each other just a few weeks ago, at the end of September. As we chatted and laughed about days with young daughters, basketball, and growing up, we measured our friendship in decades and grandchildren. Our faith, hearts, and prayers are with you. May God send His Holy Spirit to bring comfort at this time and along the journey to come. Rudy & Jackie Cunningham and Family
To the Jones family, please know that we mourn with you in the passing of your love one. Joyce was my classmate from elementary through high school and we were sadden to learn of her passing. Please know that our hearts and prayers are with you during this time of bereavement.
My deepest sympathies to John and his daughters. Linda’s beautiful dimples, kind heart and smile will not be forgotten. I pray God’s joy and peace will carry you through this difficult time.
To John, Linda’s lovely daughters & family, you all have my Prayers,Condolences, Love & above all Gods continued strength during this difficult time! Linda was my classmate, coworker @ DSS & a friend. I saw her @ homecoming as we celebrated out 50th class reunion! She will certainly be missed. Sleep In Heavenly Peace classmate.
To the family of my dear friend Joyce Cooper Jones. Joyce and I met on the campus of Benedict College. At that time, we didn’t know we had become friends for life. We spent time together just a few weeks before. We had such a wonderful time; catching up, reminiscing of past times and looking forward to our future. She was so very proud of her beautiful daughters. I will always cherish our time together. In My Father’s house are many mansions (dorm rooms)… I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again…; that where I am, there you may be also. See you on te other side, my friend.
Our sincere condolences on the loss of your dearly beloved mother. She is a light that will forever shine on within our family. I recall the day I met your mother, as she came to our neighborhood to view a house that you were considering. being your next-door neighbor, I introduced myself to her. She explained you were looking to move to a new home and within seconds her warm smile and charm captured my heart. I am so glad that I was able to spend time with her that day and advise her of all the wonderful things our neighborhood had to offer as she advised me her mind was made up and was going to convince you and your husband to purchase the house. I believe a higher power willed me to be in the garage that day as she pulled into the driveway so that we could become great friends and therefore also introduced your family into our family’s lives. I will be forever thankful for that opportunity.
To the Jones Family, John, Ashley,Whitney and Morgan my heart is heavy and Broken, John and Linda I will always be so forever grateful and thankful for it all at my time of life changes you both was there for me and my Children y’all will always be a light in my heart that will always shine and I’m asking God for daily strength for each one of you from me and my family we will always love you all dearly. Linda we will always love you and keep you close to our hearts🤍
To John, Morgan and the entire Jones, I was deeply saddened to hear of Linda’s transition. She was a beautiful soul with such a loving heart and she loved you all so much. May the Lord bless and keep you and give you strength and as you grieve and celebrate her life. I’ll always remember het smile…as it always warmed mine when she greeted me.
Our deepest condolences to Whitney and the family during the loss of you dearly beloved mother, May God give you strength during this very difficult time. Prayer are being lifted right now.
Love,
The Hargrove Family
Sending prayers and condolences to the Jones family. Linda was my supervisor at DSS. I’m grateful for an amazing supervisor who transformed my professional journey. She was always supportive and postive. Linda encouraged me to return to school and unlocking potentials I didn’t see in myself. Linda was a ray of sunshine and helped so many people and will be missed!
To Ashley and family. I pray for your comfort and peace during this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
To John, Ashley, Whitney, and Morgan. I was saddened to hear about the passing of Linda. She was a very loving person who always greeted you with her warm beautiful smile.My deepest sympathy For your loss.
To: Mr. John, Ashley, Whitney, and Morgan. My heart was saddened to hear of the passing of Linda! I to also will miss her smile!❤️ May God comfort your hearts now and in the coming days!🙏🏾 We Love you!
Bess Gantt Albuquerque New Mexico Crystal Wilson and Shannon Gantt
My sincere condolences to the Jones and Cooper family.
Linda had such a warm, friendly, smile. She will be missed!
To my second family: 6th grade Morgan and I became best friends. Through all of life’s challenges and obstacles, nothing will ever replace the love I experienced from Mr. And Mrs. Jones and family. I am forever grateful for the love and care they provided me. You will always be in my heart and I will cherish the moments and memories made.. mom❤️
To Whitney and Family, Words cannot express my sincere sorrow for the tragic loss of your mother. My heart is broken for you and I wish you peace.
My condolences to the John’s family. Hugs and prayers and much love gif for the family. Linda’s smile and friendship will be greatly missed,🙏❤️
To The Jones Family,
Wishing you’ll comfort and peace during this difficult time🙏🙏🙏🙏
Sending condolences to the Jones and Cooper family on the passing of a wife, mother, grandmother, cousin, and friend. Joyce was an outstanding person; a child of God, and an inspiration to all who knew her. May you be strengthened by knowing that those who were touched by her life, will never forget the lessons she taught them. Joyce made a positive difference in this world, so we know that her living was not in vain. Remembering Joyce because of her smile, dimples, and her loving heart.
Alice Middleton-Bethea
Classmate
To the Jones Family keeping you in my thoughts & prayers. So many beautiful things I could say about Linda with such a beautiful smile & her words of encouragement & wisdom. She is just away & will never be forgotten.
To absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.
My thought and pray are with John, Ashley, Whitney and Morgan Jones. May God give you the peace that surpasses all understanding
To The Jones family and friends
I pray that our father God give you all the courage and strength to face the challenges of each coming day.
Joyce’s friendliness,her handshakes,her hugs,her hospitality,her smile and her warmth were all a reflection of God that she transmitted to all whom she encountered!All of her great virtues and attributes instilled as much joy to her,”the giver”, as to all of us,the “receivers”.Joyce made such a great difference in so many of our lives!
I met her within the gates of Benedict College (1971-1973).
Praying that we all be ready so we can all meet again “at the gate”(eternally).
Our deepest condolences to the John family
Heartfelt condolences to the Cooper and Jones family. We meet Linda at Benedict College. Will remember the smile on her face.
Keep looking to the hills.
I was truly saddened about the loss of my dear friend, Linda. I will cherish the time we spent together, the dinners, the concerts, emails, conversations…I will remember it all.
Rest in peace my sister.
Our condolences and prayers to John and the girls.
Rest in peace Joyce because Father has picked a beautiful flower for his heavenly garden. Knowing you and John through the years was special in itself. John, know that you will see her again.
Daughters – the departure of a mother is indeed hard. Remember her teachings, treasure your memories, and look to our Heavenly Father for strength.
To my low country family – GOD IS!
John and Family,
Basil and I extend our sincere condolences to you and your family. Linda was a wonderful person who always greeted you with a smile. May you find solace and comfort in the days ahead as you cherish the fond memories of her.
Melody and Basil Harris
John,
We were sorry to hear of your loss. Linda was more than a neighbor, she was a beautiful, caring, loving, friend that was always there to give a helping hand. We pray God will comfort you and your family. She will be missed.
To the family of Joyce Cooper Jones,
It saddens me to learn of her passing.
Joyce was always a person with a great smile and full of laughter. In the years knowing her, I found her to be a pleasant young lady since high school and someone who enjoyed life. May your memories of her comfort you as those who care for you will keep lifting you in prayer.
To the Jones
May God comfort you during your time of loss and give you the strength needed throughout each day 🙏
Whitney, I am so sorry about the loss of your mother. I cannot imagine how tough this is for you and your family. Please rest in knowing that I am praying for you. May the Peace of God overwhelm you during this difficult time. Let me know if you need anything. I’m here. Much love and peace. ~ Cassandra
To the Jones Family,
Praying that God gives all of you strength and comfort as you go through this difficult time. I can’t express the hurt and sadness I’m feeling. I hope that your memories of her bring you many smiles and much peace and comfort.
To the Jones Family,
We are saddened by the loss of such a wonderful person with the warm smile, beautiful spirit, and dimples that made you feel her love and care. Lifting John and all her family to God in prayer 🙏🏽.
The Middleton Family
To the family and friends of Linda Joyce Jones:
I’m saddened by the transitioning of my friend I called Joyce. So many emotions over took me learning of her departure. My thoughts went back to 1971 when we first met through her cousin, Kathy my roommate at the time. We all became friends and stayed in touch. What perplexed me is our plans we were putting together ended so abruptly.
This friendship started at Benedict College and it was genuine rather we spoke daily, yearly or years the love was there.
It is my prayer God comforts, strengthens and give extra ordinary peace during this time of bereavement in Jesus mighty and powerful name. Much love to all touched my this great loss. An angel has gained her wings we can hope and pray to see her in the presence of God.
To the family and friends of Linda Joyce Jones:
I’m saddened by the transitioning of my friend I called Joyce. So many emotions over took me learning of her departure. My thoughts went back to 1971 when we first met through her cousin, Kathy my roommate at the time. We all became friends and stayed in touch. What perplexed me is our plans we were putting together ended so abruptly.
This friendship started at Benedict College and it was genuine rather we spoke daily, yearly or years the love was there.
It is my prayer God comforts, strengthens and give extra ordinary peace during this time of bereavement in Jesus mighty and powerful name. Much love to all touched my this great loss. An angel hear gained her wings we can hope sand pray to see her in the presence of God.
Our sincerest condolences to John and the Jones family. Linda was one of the sweetest people I’ve ever known and will truly miss my dear friend and her big, beautiful smile. My God continue to keep and comfort the family during this tremendous lost.
I met Linda November 1996. She was such a wonderful person, very smart, stylish and classy. Linda always had a smile on her face. I’m very grateful that she allowed me the opportunity to work under her leadership! You will be missed but not forgotten! May God keep watch over the Jones family during this difficult time!
🙏🏽❤️🙏🏽
To the Jones Family,
Mrs. Jones, was always such a loving and sweet person, and she truly let her light shine wherever she went. I am so sorry for your loss. We all were blessed to have known her and she truly will be forever missed. Love you all, and pray the Holy Spirit continues to give you comfort, strength, and peace.
My deepest sympathies and prayers to the Jones family. Like the poem below – Mrs. Jones’s light will shine on.
I miss our moments together,
I treasure each memory.
You left with the key to my heart;
Your life lives on through me.
If only I had wings,
I’d fly toward those stars
And knock on heaven’s door;
I’m sure that’s where you are.
Just to hear your voice,
See your loving smile,
Just to hold you once again,
I would crawl a billion miles.
You’ll always be a part of me,
For love never fades with time.
I know in my darkest hours
Your light will always shine.
My sincere condolences and prayers to John and the Family. It was only a few weeks ago that I talked to Linda and John along with Whitney. Linda and I had made plans to make time and have lunch together so we could have our girl-talk and get caught up with the families. Linda was truly a beautiful ‘soul’. God certainly picked a ‘prized’ rose. You will truly be missed.
To the Family of our beloved Joyce Cooper Jones, we know to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord! God needed Joyce more, however we will miss her bright smile and energy. . .to see her on Monday, October 23rd, it is hard to believe we’re preparing to say farewell. . .we will see you again, Joyce. . .praying for John and all of Joyce’s family, and sending our sincerest condolences. . .
Mother Mildred B., Ramona M. & Andre’ M. Rembert
To the Jones Family, I would like to express my sympathy to you all. Joyce will truly be missed. She was truly a wonderful and kind hearted person. May God bless your family in your time of need.
From the Blanding family of and she was my classmate may she rest in peace 🙏
Brother Jones and family,
I am so sorry to hear about Linda. Her warm smile will truly be missed.
May God continue to watch over you all during this trying time.
You have my deepest sympathy.
To the Cooper-Jones Family,
This comes with the Gadsden family’s deepest condolences for the passing of our cousin, classmate and forever friend.
I will treasure so many wonderful memories of Joyce’s beautiful spirit as we were growing up; school, church, especially our little group of gospel singers. My parents loved Joyce’s visits. She had the unique ability to make them laugh and enjoy the moment.
In recent years, Joyce and I exchanged texts on Mother’s Day and a call during the Christmas Holidays. Joyce could begin a conversation as if we had spoken only yesterday. I will miss those texts and calls.
My daughters said it best, upon meeting Joyce during your family’s visit with my family in Washington, DC years ago. They were so impressed with the “kind, beautiful lady with the pretty dimples.”
To the family, we pray for your healing and peace during this time. Know that Joyce’s smile, heart-warming words, and beautiful spirit will live on in everyone she touched. She will be deeply missed.
The Gadsden Family: Thelma, Namon, Isiah, Venus (Walker) and Jerome
My condolences and prayers to John and the family. Linda was always so sweet and friendly. Her smile was truely contagious. She will be truely missed.
My deepest sympathy to the Jones family. Linda was a pleasant and very kind hearted woman. She is greatly loved and missed. Fly high, you’re resting with God now. ❤️🕊
To the family ❤️
She is more than a woman and a good person.
She is a beautiful soul
who carries light in her smile and love in her bones
I am going to miss her so much we all love her, but
God love her more
Love Viva 🙏🏾❤️
To The Jones Family🙏
God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.
Psalm 46:1.
To Whitney & the The Jones Family:
Whitney, I first met you through your mother when she brought you with her to share her condolences and her love at the passing of my father, James ‘Buster’ Brown. It was an amazing time for me, as I saw you and your mom interact and saw that you, too, possessed her indomitable spirit and love of life and love for others.
While Joyce, one of my best childhood friend and cousin, will no longer be on this earth in her physical form, she will always be a eternal beacon of joy for all of us who were blessed to have been loved by her and who loved her. May God bless you her dear Family and may she rest in eternal peace!!!
Cousin John and family. Words cannot express how you all must be feeling now. I was so sorry to hear about the passing of your wife. May God give you comfort and strength as the days go by. I will keep you all in my prayers with love.
Linda Joyce Jones was a great friend and a joy to be around. I will always miss her beautiful spirt . She always express her joy at seeing her friends. I enjoyed watching her blossom into a wonderful mother. She was a beautiful star and she radiated love and happiness. She had an infectious laugh and a cheerful demeanorr.
Our hearts were deeply saddened to hear of the passing of my beloved classmate Joyce. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Family, please know that you have our deepest sympathy and prayers. God will do as He said: He will never leave you, nor forsake. He will be with you always.
To The Jones Family:
Our hearts are indeed heavy in the loss of a dear and loving childhood friend and classmate, Joyce.
Family, there is nothing that we can say that will take away the pain that you are experiencing but know that we care and are here for you!
Much love and prayers,
Essie Sumpter-Young and Family
Delaware
To The Jones Family:
Our dear and loving classmate, Joyce is gone and free like a bird. Free to fly in the heaven above.
As a classmate and friend Joyce will always be thought of. She is gone from our sight but certainly not our hearts.
Lovingly submitted,
THE CLASS OF 1969
South Carolina
To: The Jones Family
We knew Joyce from a little girl in Pineville, South Carolina in and out of our home. She has always had a kind heart and very sweet spirit. Our heart are heavy but we have very fond memories of our dear Joyce. May she rest in peace. “
As a mother comforts a child, so will I comfort you.” Isaiah 66:12,13
Praying for you!
Lovingly and prayerfully,
The Sumpter Family
New York, Delaware, New Jersey, Connecticut, Georgia, and South Carolina
My husband, James Muldrow, and I extend our sincere condolences to the family. Mrs. Jones was such a warm, sweet, and very friendly lady. She always greeted us with a smile and pleasant conversation. She was our classmate at Benedict College. She will be greatly missed by many.
Mrs. Jones had such a kind and warm spirit. She always had a smile on her face and an encouraging word to share. Her light shined bright for all to see and although she’s no longer here, she’s left a legacy that remains. You all are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Daphne Watts & LaShonda Eaddy
Our heartfelt and Sincere love and prayers to you Mr.John and your family. We pray God’s strength and healing to your hearts.
Joyce Cooper Jones was such a nice person! We grew up together in Pineville,S.C. Joyce’s family has my condolences! Joyce will be missed !
Sending condolences to the family and praying that GOD provides peace and strength to help you through this difficult time.
John and Family
I’m so sorry for your loss. I am praying for God’s strength and peace.❤️🙏🏽
Whitney, my prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Please know that the Hill and James family are lifting you up and are here however needed. Praying for His strength. We love you.
What a beautiful soul she was❗️She seemed to never have met a stranger. Linda always had a word of encouragement with a beautiful bright and welcoming smile ❗️May God lift each of you and hold you close in His arms✝️🙏🏽❗️Your Queen has traded her 👑 for her ANGEL WINGS 🪽🪽🪽Praying for your PEACE 💝
Whitney,
We are so sorry for your loss. The unimaginable pain of losing a loved one is tough enough. But losing one’s mother is heart wrenching. We will keep you fervently in prayer during this time of grief, bereavement, and beyond. We are, but I contact away if you need anything. Please accept our deepest sympathy on your loss. May God bring you comfort during this difficult season
Find comfort in knowing that Romans 6:23 teaches us that the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in union with the Messiah Jesus our Lord. Prayers for the family!
Prayers for the family of Linda A beautiful, selfless person, always concerned about the welfare of her family. God has indeed plucked a beauty from his garden!!!
Your smile, hug and encouragement over the years will be missed. You were such a beautiful lady inside and outside. Heaven truly gained an Angel.
My condolences and prayers are with Whitney and the entire family 🙏🏾💕🙏🏾
So sorry for your loss. We were classmates at Benedict. She will surely be missed by all. My heartfelt condolences and prayers to the family.
Sending prayers and much love to you all 💞
Sending prayers, hugs, and LOVE to the Jones family. Mrs. Jones had such a wonderful, kindhearted personality who always greeted you with a smile. She will truly be missed.
Sending hugs to John and all of Linda’s family. This loss hits hard!! Linda, you will be greatly missed but all of us who knew you! Thank you for your friendship and leadership. Rest easy and peacefully!
I will miss your smile, your friend liness and your hugs. Rest in peace my friend.
Sincere condolences to Bro. Jones and the family. Mrs. Jones was such a lovely and sweet person. She will be missed tremendously.
Mrs. Joyce Patterson
St. John Baptist Church
Columbia, SC