Irene S Jones, age 77, of Orland Park, Illinois. Cherished and Loving wife to Walter J Jones; Devoted mother to Kirk, Frank, Wally and Dawn. Also survived by her sisters Chrissy and Julie, and brothers Wally and Gregory, grandchildren Ryan, Alex, Nick, Aaron, Alicia, and Sophia, and many nieces, nephews, and dear friends. She will join her predeceased brothers, Edward and Stanley and sister Vicky.
Irene grew up in the neighborhood of Bridgeport, Chicago, where she married, and raised her children. Irene was the rock of the family whom she loved dearly. She adored her grandchildren, playing an instrumental role in all their lives.
She loved to garden, planting beautiful assortments of flowers. Irene was hard working, and built her legacy in partnership with her husband, Wally. They built a wonderful life together, overcoming life hardships, and rising above them. She was very proud of her family, and the life she created with her husband Wally. They were married 53 years, but spent more than 60 together, and really enjoyed traveling with family and friends on vacations and getaways throughout the years.
Services will be held privately with close family and friends. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Children’s Diabetes Foundation: 4380 South Syracuse Street, Suite 430, Denver, Colorado 80237 or www.childrensdiabetesfoundation.org.
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