John Warren Jones, III Obituary in Richmond at Scotts Funeral Home

Obituary For John Warren Jones, III

John W. Jones, III, affectionately known to many family members growing up as “John John”, departed this life on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at the age of 59. He was born on March 27, 1964 to John Warren Jones, Jr. and Virginia J Jones. He was preceded in death by his father, John Warren Jones, Jr.

John received his formal education in the Richmond Public School system, graduating from Marshall-Walker High School in 1982. He studied business at Virginia Commonwealth University.

At an early age, John attended Moore Street Missionary Baptist Church, where he accepted Christ and served as an usher for many years. In September 1998 John joined The Saint Paul’s Baptist Church, under the leadership of Dr. Lance D Watson where also served as an usher.

Following the legacy of his grandfather and father, John began working at the family-owned business, Church Hill Cleaners, at a very young age. By the age of five, he would help deliver dry cleaning with his father in Richmond and surrounding counties. John’s grandfather, John W. Jones, Sr. and great uncle, Cornelius A. Jones, established Church Hill Cleaning Works in 1931. John dedicated his entire working career to the family business, which he became the owner at the passing of his father. All of the Jones men are highly respected business men in the Church Hill community.

John loved fishing, being near the water, listening to music, airplanes, and spending time with his family. He was a Washington Commanders fan and enjoyed cutting cutting up with his cousins over the games. He also enjoyed meteorology and keeping everyone abreast of the impending weather conditions.

John was very kind and friendly with all. He was known for his infectious smile, wit, wisdom, and fun loving sense of humor. He could always bring a smile to your face. Although John was quiet and reserved in many settings, those who really knew him well waited for the jokes to come! He was also very generous and his generosity spread throughout the community. John was willing to lend a helping hand to anyone and he never met a stranger. Part of his philanthropy included providing affordable housing to the underserved. On many occasions he opened the Jones residence to serve as a shelter for others in need. Matthew 25:40.

In 1989, John met the one who would become the love of his life, Renee Diane Chavis. They were married on August 2, 1995, in Richmond, VA and were happily married for 28 ½ years. John was an excellent provider to his wife, children and grand children. He loved his family. His legacy lives on. Psalms 112:1-3.

John leaves to honor and treasure his memories, his devoted wife, Renee Chavis Jones; three daughters, Johnna Jones, Breanna Jones, KheOcia (Kia) Chavis; one son, Carlton Wilson; nine grandchildren, Kaleb Chavis, Kadiya Ellis, Blake Austin, Leylani Morgano, Jaiannah Winfield, Kiani Lindsay, Jr., Gianni Lindsay, David Lindsay, and newborn, Adonis Lindsay, who affectionately call him “Papa;” his mother, Virginia J Jones; two sisters, Johnilyn Doswell, Teri Jones; one brother Terence Jones; aunts, Cheryl Williams (Earl) and Helen King; two uncles, Walter Jackson and Joseph Jackson (Joyce), nieces, nephews, cousins, one sister-in-love, Patrice Chavis Maye (Derrick); two brothers-in-love, Ralph and Timothy Chavis (Sarah); and a host of friends.

The loss of John is very heavy to the entire family, but we know we can cast all of our cares on the Lord because He cares for us. John will forever be in our hearts and by faith in Christ Jesus we rejoice in knowing we shall see him again.

Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. where viewing will be held from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. Friday, March 1, 2024. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, March 2 at St. Paul's Baptist Church, 4247 Creighton Road. Dr. Lance C. Watson Pastor. Interment Oakwood Cemetery.

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Terri Page sent The Peace Lily for John Warren Jones, III - March 01, 2024

Sending Love, Peace, and Prayers to the Jones Family. We Love You! Terri Page and Family

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Renee,
Please accept my deepest condolences. Praying for you and your family.
April Lewis Edwards

Please accept sincerest condolences on behalf of the Ẹlẹgba Folklore Society. While we didn't know John well, he was a dear in helping us care for our finest stage regalia. Care. When we visited Church Hill Cleaners, we always felt we were special, you know, do unto others.... Once he delivered a dress to our cultural center because I mentioned I needed it right away. It was/is our honor to patronize a black owned business three generations deep. Each interaction with John was integrity filled. I hope he felt our appreciation and respect. May the Good He Did Last Forever. May blessings rain down upon his family.
Janine Bell

My condolences to the family Your neighbors from Darton Drive

My condolences to the family. Your neighbor from Darton Drive

This Was A Shock To Find Out You Passed. Been Knowing You All My Life. Prayers To Your Family. Get Your Rest John. Leslie

Rest my friend...praying for the family and friends you leave behind, and trusting God that we shall all meet again on the other side of Glory!Thank you for all that you've done. Your presence is already dearly missed. 💔 Sandra

Renee, I am sorry to hear about the loss of John. I pray the strength of the Lord for you and the family. I encourage you to hold on to God's hand. If you need another hand to hold or ear to hear please reach out to the host of family and friends. You are not alone!!! Send my love and prayers.
Rev. Gregory Jackson

My deepest condolences to you and your family.

To The Jones Family, our heartfelt condolences upon the passing of your loved one, John. You have our prayers and support during this difficult time. -- The Hughes Family --

My sincere condolences to Renee, their children, grand-children, brothers, sisters for the passing of John...I didn't know him personally but I know Renee from UPS and I knew she adore her husband...May the love of GOD cover this family and strengthen them during this time of grieving...Cherylene Edwards-Smith

John,you will Truly be missed,my deepest condolences to your family,My friend forever love Dawn.

It's with deep sadness, we would like to give our condolences to the Jones family. Our heart and prayers go out to you and the family. He will be missed.

During this difficult time, may faith, family and friends bring you peace. Prayers go Up for the Jones Family. Praying for strength today and peace in all the days ahead.

May God grant you Peace and Comfort during this time of bereavement. We are praying and thinking of you all. You and John were always together. We cherish the times spent with you and the entire family. Love to you always!

I will miss that nice smile every Sunday. My love and sympathy goes out to the entire family.

The Combined Choir at First Baptist Church of South Richmond sends our condolences to the family of John. We recently began a business relationship with Church Hill cleaners, as was pleased with the level of service received. May God wrap his loving arms around the family at this time of sorrow.

Our condolences to the Jones Family. Celebrating the life of a wonderful and generous man and mourning his passing with you. Praying for God's peace and strength during this time of bereavement. Your family will not be the same without John. I know You all will find comfort and love in each other. We will get through this together. Love Always, Page Family

Renee & Family, To my sister, sending strength and love during this difficult time. Tonia Sharpe❤️

Renee and Family, To my sister, sending strength and love during this difficult time. ❤️

My deepest condolences to the Jones Family. Herman and Muriel Thomas

Heart felt condolences to the Jones family. Keeping you all in prayer! 🙏🏽🙏🏽 Todd Petteway

To our church sister Renee and family. We offer our sincere condolences. We will miss John. We will continue to bring our clothes to the cleaners but will miss his smiling face and him checking on Auston since he was a baby. If I didn't have clothes to drop off, I would toot my horn and he knew it was me. We love you church brother,

Deacon Renee and Family, May Grace & Peace be with You. May all the memories you have of John, help you when you are shading tears, be tears of laughter and joy in your hearts. May the pains that you are experiencing comes in waves. This is not the End, because you will see Him Again. Until you do, know that it is going to be okay not to be okay sometimes. BUT remember His Spirit Will Always Be With You. Where ever you go, John is going to be right there also. May you find comfort and peace knowing that we care and we are here for you...
Deacon Brenda Spratley & Deacon Siilleya Spratley Johnson

Sending our love and condolences to the entire Jones family! NeNe, we want you to know we are praying for your strength and peace at this very difficult time. John was such a warm and wonderful person.Always greeted us with a smile! Our hearts grieve with you, and we ask God to continue to wrap his loving arms around you and your family during this journey. Love, Cousin Roy & Annette Skinner

Heartfelt condolences to the Jones Family. May God continue to comfort each of you during this time of bereavement. Constance C. Hooker and Family

I extend my heartfelt condolences to the Jones family. John was such a gentlemen, his smile would brighten your day. To know John John, affectionally called by his family was to love him. May the fond memories of John John fill the empty void, may God comfort you during this time of bereavement and keep you all in perfect peace today and the days to come. Carolyn & Brittaney Mines

To the entire Jones Family, may God's Comfort & Peace be with you now and always. We grieve with you at John's transition and yet we are all better because he lived.

To Mrs. Jones, Antuan and I can never repay you and John for the help and love you have given to Antuan. You will always be a part of his life. May God continue to bless you and your Family.

I would like to express my deepest condolences to the Jones Family. We were neighbors for years and wonderful neighbors they were.RIP John.

Mr. Jones was my neighbor for a number of years and we also used his services at Churchill Cleaners. He was such a friendly and helpful person and provided excellent services to his customers. We will miss him. Rest in peace. Our deepest condolences to the family. God bless You. The Dunlaps

I have had the pleasure of knowing John and his family for a long while. I am sending prayers for his family for strength and comfort. May God keep and Bless you all in this difficult time. My condolences to all the family. Eugenia Marks.

Sending my condolences to the Jones family. May God's peace be with you always. Denise Atkinson

To Teri Jones and the Jones Family: We were saddened to hear about the passing of your brother. Your family has been a blessing to this community for decades. May GOD give your family strength and comfort in the days ahead. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Helen Bledsoe, Natasha and Stephanie Thomas

To the Jones family. Wishing you and the family the healing and warmth of memories. I met John in elementary school. He had a kind soul and was always nice to me. Alfreda Manning Hawkins

R.I.P John John. Prayers and condolences to the family.May GOD continue to watch over the family during these difficult times. Weeping endures for a night, BUT JOY COME IN THE MORNING....

I'm sending all of the love I can to the entire family. Teri I know this is a difficult impossible time, just know that I care and have you in my prayers. Alvin Jackson

My condolences to the Jones Family may God comfort your hearts and I pray that he gives you his mighty strength at this Time.John was a very nice person been knowing him since elementary school.Rest in peace my Brother. Theresa Jackson DeWitt

Sending my deepest condolences to the entire family. May God give you strength at this time. John was such a sweet person ,we always smile when we saw each other and talk about the good ole days.Rest in peace. Juanita Cash