Sharon Jones

On February 28, 2010, Sharon 'Sherry' R. Jones, died very suddenly of a cerebral hemorrhage. Her death came much too soon for all those who are mourning her loss. She was born in Long Beach, CA on March 28, 1944, and spent her earliest years in Paola, KS with her extended family who operated the Wilson and Son Funeral Home. She grew up in Kansas City and graduated from Shawnee Mission North High School before attending William Woods College. Her love of art and her extraordinary sense of style led her to a career in fashion that included modeling, consulting and buying. In 1979 she created the concept of the Personal Shopper for the Jones Store which ultimately became a valued service offered by fashion stores all across the country. Sherry spent her life dedicated to helping all who came into her presence to become their best selves. She loved her family and friends fiercely, and the memory of her special radiance will never be extinguished. She appreciated beauty and her homes in Palm Desert, CA., Edwards, CO., Chicago, IL and Prairie Village, KS reflected her exquisite taste. Her love of travel and books was part of her unquenchable curiosity. She had a passion for movies and was Charlie Rose's most faithful viewer. She was known for her elegant hospitality and generous spirit. Sherry founded the Rainbow Mental Health Center Auxiliary and was a dedicated volunteer for the Interfaith Hospitality Network of Johnson County. She was a cherished member of the Watering Hole, a group of special women who have been meeting weekly for 32 years. She was married to Robert C. Peters, Jr., with whom she had two sons, Tyler and Justin Peters. In 1992 she married W. Richard Jones, who preceded her in death, as did her parents, Robert and Betty Mallon, and her sister, Patricia McNally. In addition to her sons, she leaves behind a daughter-in-law, Jill Peters, and her beloved grandchildren " Madeline, Tom, Paige, Anna and William Peters. A Celebration of her Life will be held at the Mission Road Bible Church, 7820 Mission Road, Prairie Village, KS on Saturday, March 6. Her family will receive friends at 4:30 p.m., followed by a memorial service at 5:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to a project dear to Sherry's heart, the Johnson County Interfaith Hospitality Network, Inc., 11503 S. Strang Line Road, Suite C, Olathe, Kansas 66062, which provides lodging and support for those who are homeless and in need. Mission Road Bible Church Service: Saturday, March 06, 2010 5:30 PM Visitation: Saturday, March 06, 2010 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM