Vanessa Joyce Jones-Wilson Obituary in Gadsden at West Gadsden Funeral Home

Obituary For Vanessa Joyce Jones-Wilson

Celebration of the Life and Legacy of Mrs. Vanessa Jones-Wilson affectionately known as "Nep", 54, of Gadsden, Alabama. Vanessa answered her heavenly call on Saturday, September 25, 2021.

Vanessa graduated from Gadsden High School in 1985. She graduated from Jacksonville State University where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Social Work and later retained a Master's degree in Social Work from Jacksonville State University. She had a heart of gold and her passion was helping people whenever she could. Vanessa dedicated her life to advocating for victims of Domestic Violence and ending the stigma surrounded by Mental Health.

Vanessa served the Gadsden area working at Rose Haven domestic violence women and children shelter. Vanessa furthered education and served her community by becoming a proud owner of Nancy's Care Home "In honor of her mother". She was also part owner of Cultivating Minds Counseling Group. Vanessa expressed herself through one of many hobbies which was art. She loved painting and drawing. Many will miss her contagious smile and joyous laugh. Vanessa was known for her sense of humor and a caring heart for her family and friends. She knew how to give unconditional love and always saw "Nothing" but the best in everyone. Vanessa overcame every obstacle that she came across and gave God all the glory. Her strength surpassed understanding, as she would say often she tried to live her life right because she has to get to the pearly gates. Take your rest sweet angel you will truly be missed.

Vanessa Joyce Jones-Wilson was born on March 13, 1967 in Gadsden, AL to the late Earnest Nathaniel Jones, Sr. and the late Barbara "Nancy" Jones.

She was preceded in death by her parents, as well as her brother, Earnest Nathaniel Jones Jr. "Pee Wee"; her sister, Christie Jones Stevens; her son, Earnest Nathaniel Jones IV; grandmother, Betty Winston; special and dear aunt, Gail "Poon" Evans and Lavonia Laster; uncle, Stanley "Bam" Winston Sr.; nephew, Fabian Jones; cousin, Stanley "Jake" Winston Jr.

Vanessa's Legacy will live on in her precious devoted husband, James "Cool" Wilson; her children, whom she adored, Cierra Jones, Tierra (Kwamaine) Thomas "Tinkerbell" and Nathaniel "Nayt" Jones all of Gadsden, AL; her brother, Danny (Doris) Ray Jones; three sisters, Charlotte "Lil bit" Jones, Fonda "Nook" Jones of Gadsden, Al and Lafonda "Rank"(Michael) Kirkland of Ft. Worth, Texas. Vanessa leaves to cherish her memories: twelve grandchildren whom she referred to as the loves of her life, Takaylor "KK" Jones, DeIijahleigh "Mya" Jones, Destiana "Juicy" Sharpe, Mirakle Sharpe, Takorian Jones, DeAysha "Lil Bitty" Sharpe, Octavious "BoyBoy" Jones, Erionna "Berry" Snow, Zaleria "Leri" Thomas, Dallas Bennett, Hasiin and O'Hara Jones; her God Children: Dorian Macon, Delicia Macon, Jamaya Pierce, Jordan Heard, Joycelyn (Devonto) Ray, Deairavan Buford, Bobby Joe Williams, Rodney Jones, Sheilisa Vinson, Sherricka (Ricky) Brown, Jameika Brown Suttles and A'lydia (Derrick) Mcfee-Gibbs and Myra McCray. Vanessa loved her entire family. Special thanks to her aunts Lucille (Freddie) Timmons, Helen (Larry) Poole, Irene Bufford, and Ernestine Bufford and Sylvia (Jarvis) Holderfield; Special uncles, Fred (Inez) Winston, Harry(Wanda) Winston, Darryl (Tameka) Hamilton, Special Cousins: Valencia Bush, Xzavier "Eagle", Lafarrish Winston, Corey (Jazmine) Winston and Brandon "Meathead" Winston, LeTunga Kimble, Kathy, McShone, and Tonya Jackson, Special Nieces: Cynthia Carlisle, Angela Jones, Ikise Williams, Amerald (Wesley) Meadows, Emerald Williams, Princess Morgan, Latayjah Jones and Jaylynn Wilson. Nephew, Princeton (Jamicia) Jones; Special Friends: Deidra Snow, Leisa Finister, Sonya Lee Watkins, Tamatha (Jimmy) Dubose, Valerie Byers, Frankie (Pastor Huff) and Jonathon Sanders.

Special thanks to Sir Mixalot Kirkland for your years of companionship and being a great family dog. The family also wants to thank #Team Vanessa, Emory University and Emory Winship Cancer institute staff and personnel for helping her with the purpose of bringing awareness to pancreatic cancer.

Viewing and Visitation will be 12 Noon- 7 P.M. with a family hour 5 P.M. - 7 P.M. Friday, October 8,2021 at West Gadsden Chapel Funeral Services 2 P.M. Saturday, October 9, 2021 Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church, Pastor Roderick Thomas, Officiating. Burial Oaklawn Cemetery.

Arrangements under the direction of: West Gadsden Funeral Home 256-549-0004

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I've been knowing Vanessa for many years and she always had a smile on her face. We use to laugh when she called me by my nickname even though she know I wasn't fond of it. If only I could hear her say it one more time so we could get that last laugh in. You will be truly missed. Sylvia Keith-Horton

My heartfelt condolences to your family in this time of need.

Thank you for allowing us to serve and share in Ms. Wilson's homegoing celebration. Mallisham's Glass Slipper Carriage Tours, Benjamin and Eddie Mae Mallisham Tuscaloosa,Al

My Heavyweight Lover I will always be YOUR chocolate drop. Lord knows I'm gonna MISS You so so Much. My Heart is hurting so bad I believe I'll never hear sweet voice

You are in our thoughts and prayers. Dr. & Mrs. Randy B. Kelley, Huntsville, AL

I love u godmama you had a heart of gold I'm really gonna miss u tell my daddy i said hey I LOVE YALL

Rest In Paradise my girl, gonna miss you and our lil messages and dropped phone call,Love U Nessa💜💜💜💜

I love you nep 2 god mama me and twins love you

I love you nep you was like a second mom to and I didn't mean doing whatever I respect you and you those twins love you and your children that forever I will be there for them

How do you let someone who has cheered you on from start to present go? It's not easy. I know you're no longer worrying with pain or discomfort. I'm rejoicing that you're reunited with people you've missed for so long. I pray the Lord's peace over my cousins! We miss you heavily! Your favorite nurse!!!

I'm definitely going to miss those, "you know your my favorite niece, let me borrow $20-$50" lmbo. Honestly auntie I'm unsure what to say because I can't seem to gather the correct words that truly express my feelings or maybe I just don't want to because I don't want to believe it's YOU!!!!! But what I do know is; that you're TRULY at peace, pain free, & happy to be back with your parents, grandparents, brother, son, & sister!! I don't want to be selfish & say we needed you more but God was ready to enjoy you & your personality!! I love you FOREVER!!!! Until we meet again, love your niece -Girley💕

I tear up even the thought having to express my myself.I lost 2 Mother's when she wasn't around you were I have missed you dearly even though I wasn't around 💕 Love is all around you so many kids ughhh ...Jameika

I'ma miss you so much.And I promise to take care of tink and look over Cierra Nayt and James. You mess the city up with this mama Nep but I know you're in a better place and what person can tell my mama better than you that the boy you met in 2017 is a growing man. I'ma miss you calling my phone asking me crazy things you jump in the car when I'm fresh off work aint took a nap no shower you hop in and when you hit me with HEY MY FAVORITE SON oh I know you want me too do something or take you somewhere but I can keep going and going but Ima always love you tell my mama I love her also now get you're rest my queen

No matter where I seen you,even if my day was going bad you knew how to put a smile on my face and kept everyone laughing,You will truly be missed Nep,GOD has received a Beautiful Angel.Prayers to her Children&Family,💜💜🙏🏽🙏🏽

I love You Mama I'll never be the same! Your Big Baby Cee😘

Always in my heart and forever in my memory... Love you cousin💙💙💙💙

Love you cousin... 🥰😍🥰😢

Your jokes, your love for my nieces, your sweet heart will be missed. Only you could tell a joke over and over and it still be funny 3rd time you said it. Your let's ride Cierra will funny. So many memories to remember you from. May your Rest In Peace. You and dra will be cracking up together again. Love Tuba

Mama is your baby boy I love you. Is so hard seeing this and writing this I love you so much

Thanks for loving me and the kids as your own we love you always and forever your Candylady

May a special healing take place for the family and comfort. May you find rest and reassurance in Jesus Christ. I love you Nep, Kianna Brown!💜

I'm gonna miss you forever god mama

Mama I'm going to miss you forever and I love you so much -Your Tinkerbell

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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