Gwendolyn Jones Jason

The Brightness of Continues to Shine‌

Sister Gwendolyn Jones

Jason

September 8,1941 - April 29, 2013

A Virtuous Woman

Proverbs: 31:10 -30 (New Living Translation) 10

Who can find a virtuous and capable wife? She is more precious than rubies.11 Her husband can trust her, and she will greatly enrich his life. 12 She brings him good, not harm, all the days of her life. 13 She finds wool and flax and busily spins it. 14 She is like a merchant’s ship, bringing her food from afar. 15 She gets up before dawn to prepare breakfast for her household and plan the day’s work for her servant girls. 16 She goes to inspect a field and buys it; with her earnings she plants a vineyard. 17 She is energetic and strong, a hard worker. 18 She makes sure her dealings are profitable; her lamp burns late into the night. 19 Her hands are busy spinning thread, her fingers twisting fiber. 20 She extends a helping hand to the poor and opens her arms to the needy. 21 She has no fear of winter for her household, for everyone has warm clothes.

22 She makes her own bedspreads. She dresses in fine linen and purple gowns. 23 Her husband is well known at the city gates, where he sits with the other civic leaders. 24 She makes belted linen garments and sashes to sell to the merchants. 25 She is clothed with strength and dignity, and she laughs without fear of the future. 26 When she speaks, her words are wise, and she gives instructions with kindness. 27 She carefully watches everything in her household and suffers nothing from laziness. 28 Her children stand and bless her. Her husband praises her: 29 “There are many virtuous and capable women in the world, but you surpass them all!” 30 Charm is deceptive, and beauty does not last; but a woman who fears the LORD will be greatly praised.

Gwendolyn Jones -Jason September 8, 1941 – April 29,

2013

2 Timothy 4: 6-8 (King James)

6 For I am ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand.

7 I have fought the good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: 8 Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at the day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing.

Gwendolyn Jones -Jason September 8, 1941 – April 29,

2013

Her Story A Life Well-Lived…

Gwendolyn Jones Jason was born on September 8, 1941 to the late Emmitt Jones, Sr., and Marie Thomas Leagea, stepfather Joseph (Papa Joe) Leagea. She married the love of her life; the late Warren G. Jason, Sr. Sister Jason was educated through the New Orleans Public School System and was a graduate of George Washington Carver Senior High School. She worked for thirty-three years at Mercy Hospital prior to retirement. Sister Jason was a faithful and dedicated member of Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Elder Brian K. Richburg, Sr. She served as President of the Usher’s Ministry, President of the Pastor’s Support Ministry, and Chairperson of the Feed the Multitude Outreach Ministry.

Sister Jason held the office of District President of the New Orleans School of Ushering, Vice President of the United Church Ushers of Louisiana and a member of the Health Unit of the Southern Regional Conference of Ushers. She was also a faithful member of the “Soldiers of the Cross Prayer Line”. She was devoted to God, to her family, and to her church.

She leaves to mourn her death, celebrate her homegoing and to cherished memories, her son Warren G. Jason, Jr. (Jeannetta) and daughter Cecile J. Dalton ; her son-in-law Charles W. Dalton, Jr. Her devoted grandchildren, who affectionately called her “Maw Maw”, Korick G. Wilkerson of Ruston, LA, Kyera Dalton, Jasmin Jason of Houston, TX, and Keandrys Dalton, great-granddaughter Liyah Eloie. She was the youngest sibling of Burnell Jones, Sr. (Orelia), Leroyal Jones (Elsie) of Los Angeles, CA, and Gail J. Wilson of Inglewood, CA. also step sisters, Janice Harris and Susie Jones both from Austin, TX., was sister-in-law to Elisha Jason (Dolores), Rodney Jason (Audrey) of Franklinton, LA, Gloria Jason and her oldest surviving cousin George Martin Sr. Godmother to Aurithina Hains and Tanya L. Smith of Lawrenceville, GA. She was preceded in death by her parents Emmitt Jones, Sr., Marie Thomas Leagea, and stepfather Joseph (Papa Joe) Leagea, brothers, Emmitt Jones, Jr., Calvin V. Jones, Sr., sister Cecile Thomas and favorite nephew Calvin V. Jones, Jr. She is lovingly survived, and will be greatly missed by a host of very special nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, devoted neighbors, prayer partners, ushers Gwendolyn Jones -Jason and the church family.

September 8, 1941 – April 29, 2013

Celebration of Life Pilgrim Baptist Church Officiant: Elder Brian K. Richburg, Sr. 2241 South Liberty St.* New Orleans, La Saturday, May 4, 2013 * 11:00 a.m.

Organ Prelude Processional Ministers & Family Scripture Readings Congregational Hymn: Prayer Prayer Chant: Selection ………………………………………..........……………….……...Joshua Kagler & K.P.C Mistress of Service ……………………………………………………..………Sis. Ramonda Foster

Condolences ……………………………………………………………………..Deacon Leroy Tyler Solo…………………………………………….…...……………………………... Sis. Karen Hence Mt. Kingdom Missionary Baptist Church

Ushers Ritual …………………………………………………..…………………UCU of Louisiana Words of Encouragement………………………………………...…………. Elder Derrick Beaulieu Selection ………………………………………………………………………………….The Family “A Life Well – Lived” ……………………...…… “Her Story”…………………Sis. Yvonne Minor Acknowledgements …………………………………………………………………

Selection ………………………………………..........……………………...Joshua Kagler & K.P.C. Reflections ……………………………………………………………………….Sis. Georgia Brown Soldiers of the Cross Prayer Line

Solo……………………………...…………………….……………Minister Mary L. Polk Beaulieu “A Word from the Lord” …………..…. Eulogy …………..………… Elder Brian K. Richburg, Sr. Words of Comfort from Visiting Ministers (2 minute please) Final Viewing Benediction / Recessional Littlejohn’s Funeral Services In Charge

Gwendolyn Jones-Jason September 8, 1941 – April 29,

2013

A Mother’s Love Michael O. Adesanya

There are times when only a Mother’s Love Can understand our tears, Can soothe our disappointments And calm all our fears.

There are times when only a Mother’s Love Can share the joy we feel When something we’ve dreamed about Quite suddenly is real.

There are times when only a Mother’s Faith Can help on life’s way And inspire in us the confidence We need from day to day.

There are times when only a Mother’s Faith And a Mother’s steadfast love Were fashioned by the Angels And sent from God above…

Gwendolyn Jones -Jason September 8, 1941 – April 29,

2013

More Than Just My Sister My sister, You’ve always been a guiding light As I’ve experienced The ups and downs of life You’ve been a source of strength When I couldn’t find my own And when I felt lost You reminded me, as long as there is you I will never be alone.

You always have a patient heart And more than enough time to spare When I need someone to listen Or to know someone does care You always know the right thing to say When I need sound advice And the right thing to do When I’m faced with decisions in my life.

You’ve been such an important part Of everything I do And I just want to say thank you For being more than just my sister But for being you.

Gwendolyn Jones -Jason September 8, 1941 – April 29,

2013

To Maw Maw In Our Hearts We thought of you with love today, But that is nothing new.

We thought about you yesterday.

And days before that too.

We think of you in silence.

We often speak your name.

Now all we have is memories.

And your picture in a frame.

Your memory is our keepsake.

With which we’ll never part.

God has you in his keeping.

We have you in our heart.

Gwendolyn Jones -Jason September 8, 1941 – April 29,

2013

Gwendolyn Jones-Jason September 8, 1941 – April 29,

2013

Gwendolyn Jones -Jason September 8, 1941 – April 29,

2013

Why A face that is always on my mind, A smile to brighten up all our lives, Two eyes that would light up the night’s sky, Dear Lord I will not ask why,

The day was long, then night then morn, I knew that soon you would be gone, Soon we would be out of time, To pray, to laugh, and to cry, Dear Lord I will NOT! Ask why, To stay with us you fought so hard, A million pieces went my heart, But great memories I will always keep, Your Love in my heart eternally, To understand WHY, I can but try, We pray that God’s Grace and Mercy was there on your side.

To a very special Lady in my life Love Lil Gwen

Very Special Thanks A medical school student graduates and becomes a physician; one who diagnosis, treats, and offers prognosis. But once in a great while you find one who is genuine, caring, and who goes all out for a patient. Rarely do you find a medical doctor, a true physician who thinks enough of the well being of their patients enough to make house calls, especially on their own time and on their own dime. Dr. Cassandra Youmans is such a person. She was at the beck and call of my mother and me. We were able to contact here24/7. Years ago when you took care of my father you offered the same support. It means so much to know that you truly cared and saw my parents as more than just your patients. Your words offered so much comfort even when we knew the time was near for my mother. You are truly a blessing!!

John 10:14 I am the good shepherd; I know my sheep and my sheep know me— Elder Brian Richburg is a true man of God. He is anointed and a true Shepherd of his sheep.

He visited the hospital, the rehabilitation center, made phone calls, visited the house, and watched Monday night football because these things offered comfort to my mother. She once said she didn’t want to accept treatment and Pastor Richburg said, “Sis. Jason the church needs you, and I need you, let’s go forward”. Being the faithful sheep she said, “Okay”. On his many visits to the house, he would go into the bedroom and stand at her bedside and talk as long as she wanted, then he called everyone who was there at the time in to circle the bed holding hands as he begin to pray. My mother loved and had the utmost respect for her pastor. “I” and my family cannot express how much it meant to us for the dedication and support you rendered. May the Lord continue to bless you in your ministry and you lead your flock.

Gwendolyn Jones -Jason

September 8, 1941 – April 29,

2013

Active Pallbearers Burnell Jones, Jr. Lawrence Eloie Mack Myles Fredie Jones, Jr. Gabriel Angelety

Bryant Jason Louis Anthony Nehemiah Jason Gill Bell

Thanks to Honorary Pallbearers Warren Jason, Jr. Charles Dalton, Jr. Leroyal Jones Darrell Alexander, Jr. Stanley Alexander Albert Alexander Leroy Jason, Jr.

Korick Wilkerson Burnell Jones, Sr. Carl Jones Dave Alexander Elisha Jason, III Joshua Jason

Our Sincerest Thanks

Acknowledgements Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church, New Hope Baptist Church, Second Mount Olive Baptist Church, Solid Rock Baptist Church, My Redeemer Missionary Baptist Church, Corpus Christi Catholic Church, Lily of the Valley Church of Slidell, LA, Living Faith Christian Center of Baton Rouge, LA, Mt. Kingdom M. Baptist Church, Zion Traveler Baptist Church of Rustin, LA, New Journey Missionary COGIC of Hawthorne, CA, St. Peter Claver Catholic Church., East 105 Christian Church of Los Angeles, CA, United Church Ushers of Louisiana (UCU), Evelyn Richerson-Bennett of Los Angeles, CA., Cheryl Bean of Rialto, Calif. Regenia Jones of Anahein, Calif., Marie Henderson of Houston TX.

Repast Lace The Grand Ballroom 6978 Martin Dr. New Orleans, LA 70126

Dr. Cassandra Youmans and Dr. Srikanth Tamma Abide Home Health Care and Divine Hospice, Seal’s Class Act Outreach and Social & Pleasure Club Dumaine Street Gang Social & Pleasure Club, Undefeated Divas and Gents, Old & Nu Style Fellas, Jackie’s Touch of Class, Revolution Social & Pleasure Club, New Edition, Simply Divine Ladies, Lace “The Grand Ballroom”, Electrified Ladies, Zulu Social Aid & Pleasure Club, The Leon Family, Silky’s and Robertson’s Vieux Carre’

Sometimes a family needs that extra special touch that only people who really care can give. Warren & I found out in each of you who helped, it wasn't about the pay. You'll lifted our burden and lightened our load.

Your compassionate care is so very much appreciated. We thank you

Warren Jr. & Seal Debra Feliciana- Thanks Gloria Jason- Thanks Alexis Morning- Thanks Ruth Dunn- Thanks Trudy Turner- Thanks La’Keitha Ebbs - Thanks

Arrangements Littlejohns Funeral Home 2167 Aubry St. New Orleans, LA 70119

Internment Resthaven Memorial Park 10400 Old Gentilly Road New Orleans, LA 70127

Gwendolyn Jones -Jason September 8, 1941 – April 29,

2013