Robbie Lynn Jones
1935 – 2023
Robbie Lynn Jones was born in McAlester, Oklahoma on December 3, 1935. She completed her earthly race and was invited into her heavenly home on Monday, October 9, 2023 at the age of 87 surrounded by family. Robbie was married to the love of her life and high school sweetheart, Richard Jones, for 64 years and was a devoted and faithful wife serving congregations alongside her husband for over 50 years. Together they served congregations in Wichita Falls, TX; Ada, OK; St. Louis, MO; Houston, TX; Edmond, OK and Madill, OK. Richard and Robbie retired from ministry in Madill, OK and finished their time on earth in Edmond, OK. Robbie's life could be defined by her love of the Lord, daily Bible reading and persistent prayer for others, especially her family. She worked many years at Oklahoma Christian University in an administrative role, then she served as a volunteer in the gift shop at the Madill hospital while living there and was instrumental in shopping at market for gifts for patients and their families. Robbie loved her family dearly, and most recently was proudest of her seven great grandchildren. She loved reading, singing, traveling and striper fishing with Richard and all the grandchildren. She is survived by three children, Rick Jones (Janee), Sherilyn Nashert (Jim), Stephanie Garrett (Pat), grandchildren, Nick (Taylor), Molly, Jimmy, Jon, Kristen (Zak), Ryan (Ashley), Cody, Brittany (Nick), seven great-grandchildren, along with many beloved family and friends. She is also survived by three sisters, Gloria, Irene and Twyla. She is preceeded in death by her high school sweetheart and husband of 64 years Richard Jones, her parents, two brothers, Tom and Johnny and three sisters, Carol, Portia and Shirley. Thank you to Companion Hospice for the care you provided.
A service to Celebrate Robbie's life will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday October 14, 2023 at Edmond Church of Christ Chapel. Services under the direction of Matthews Funeral Home- Edmond.