Mrs. Ruby Mildred Jones' Obituary
Ruby Mildred (nee: Goines) Jones departed this life Friday, April 12, 2013 at H. C. Watkins Memorial Hospital, Quitman, MS. She was born on April 29, 1928 to Robert and Helen (nee: Williams) Goines in Enterprise, Mississippi. "Mildred" as she was affectionately known, was united in holy matrimony to Paul Jones who preceded her in death on March 19, 1984. To this union four children were born. In 1948, they relocated to Racine, Wisconsin in search of greater opportunity. She became employed by Metal Parts Corporation as a Coremaker and later gained employment at J. I. Case Company where she worked as a Checker in the SPS Department and retired in 1991. Ruby was a long time member of St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church of Racine, WI. under the leadership of Rev. J. B. Bailey and later Bishop Lawrence L. Kirby, Sr. After relocating to her hometown of Enterprise, MS. in 2005, she re-united with New Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church and served faithfully until her health recently prevented her attendance. Mildred had a very generous spirit, helping many people in any way she could, especially fi-nancially. She was known for preparing large Sunday and Holiday dinners and serving any-one who stopped by her home. She delivered meals to sick and shut-ins and had a passion for baking cakes and pies for family and friends. Mildred had a special place in her heart for the elderly. She had a special gift for being caregiver to so many who needed her assistance over the years. Mildred had a phenomenal work ethic, rarely missing a day and never late expand-ing over the many years of her career. She took great pride in her work and earned Letters of Commendation recognizing her job performance. Ruby developed a love for the Avalanche Truck and refused to purchase any other type vehicle. She was a Fashionista known for her extensive suit and unique hat collection. Nobody could make an ugly hat look as good as she could! Ruby was straight forward saying whatever she thought. She had a way with words, her many quips and quotes would make you wonder if she missed her calling as a comedienne. Mildred was the matriarch of five generations, she 'loved her family. Her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren were amazed and in awe each time she made the trip from Mississippi to Wisconsin because it was like Christmas, she always brought a full truckload of gifts for them. Ruby Mildred will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved her. Left to cherish special memories are daughters, Betty Goodwin of Racine, WI, Erlinder Jones of Enterprise, MS, Katie (Terry) Hardin of Union Grove, WI; son, Charles (Virginia) Jones of Racine, WI; special friend, Steve Erk.ins of Enterprise, MS; sister, Minnie Brye of Racine, WI; brother, Arthur King of Enterprise, MS; grandchildren; great grandchildren; great-great grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Lola Goines and Geraldine Goines of Racine, WI; a host of nieces; nephews; other relatives and friends, including friends Samuel Ford, and Calvin McMillian; neighbors, Sheila and Louise McMillan, Lucille Collins, Karl Newman, Fred Foley, Eunice "Sonny" Price; and church family. Mildred was preceded in death by her parents; husband; brothers, Luvel, Lamar, R. L., and Robert Goines, Jr.; grandchildren, Kersten Wyatt, Jeanette MarieJones, Reginald Wyatt, Jr.; great-granddaughter, Adeesha Rush; son-in-law, Charles Goodwin.
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