Virginia Jackson

Jones

With deep love and profound gratitude for her life, we announce the peaceful transition of our beloved mother, Virginia Jackson Jones, of Richmond, who entered eternal rest on May 26, 2026. Born on January 17, 1933, in Hanover County, Virginia, she was the cherished daughter of the late Janie J. Jackson and the late Walter W. Jackson.

Virginia loved the Lord with her whole heart. She accepted Jesus Christ at an early age and was baptized at The Historic Brown Grove Baptist Church in Ashland, VA. After marriage, she joined Moore Street Missionary Baptist Church in Richmond, where she continued her walk of faith with devotion and humility. Educated in Hanover County Public Schools, Virginia graduated from John M. Gandy High School and later pursued studies at Smith-Madden Business School in Richmond.

On January 3, 1953, she married her one true love, John Warren Jones Jr. From this beautiful union came four children: Johnilyn Jones Doswell, Teri Marvette Jones, John Warren Jones III, and Terence Andre' Jones. Virginia began her career as a teacher's aide at Whitcomb Court Elementary School, later worked in the family business, Churchill Cleaners, and ultimately retired after more than 15 years of dedicated service with the Division of Motor Vehicles.

A loving and devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Virginia had a heart of pure gold. She was always willing to share, to care, and to help anyone in need. Her generosity was quiet but powerful & felt deeply by all who crossed her path. Her culinary gifts were legendary. Family gatherings were never complete without her famous spaghetti and barbecue ribs—dishes so beloved that they were requested at every celebration, no matter who was hosting.

Virginia also had an impeccable sense of style. She loved fashion and carried herself with elegance and flair. During her years at the DMV, she and her dear friends Ruth and Mozelle were affectionately known as the "Golden Girls"—a trio admired for their grace, friendship, and fabulous outfits.

Her commitment to God and her family was immeasurable. The life she lived for 93 blessed years stands as a beautiful testament to her faith, her strength, and her unwavering love.

Virginia was preceded in death by her loving husband, John Warren Jones Jr.; two devoted sons, John Warren Jones III and Terence Andre' Jones; parents, Walter W. and Janie Johnson Jackson; three sisters, Bessie J. Taylor, Grace J. King, and Lillian W. White; and  brother, Joseph E. Jackson.

Left to cherish her memory are her devoted daughters, Johnilyn Jones Doswell and Teri Marvette Jones (partner, Ivory Faison); six grandchildren, Jamell Doswell, LaCrecia Jones, Carlton Wilson, Johnna Jones, Breanna Jones, and Kheocia Chavis; fifteen great-grandchildren; sister, Helen J. King; brother, Walter R. Jackson; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins; daughter-in-law, Renee C. Jones; two sisters-in-law, Cheryl J. Williams (Earl) and Joyce W. Jackson; devoted family members,  Autumn Doswell, Ciara Short, and Yolanda El; and many friends who loved her dearly.

Her light, her laughter, and her love will forever live in the hearts of all who were blessed to know her.

Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. where viewing will be held from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. Thursday, June 11, 2026. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Friday, June 12 at Moore Street Missionary Baptist Church, 1408 W. Leigh Street. Rev. Dr. Alonza Lawrence Pastor and Eulogist. Interment Oakwood Cemetery.