Mrs. Annie Speas Jones "Annie Maude", was born to the late June Speas and Mary Speas in Pfafftown, North Carolina on December 24, 1927. On October 10, 2021, after many years of being faithful over many things, her assignments were completed.

She was a graduate of the historic "Old Carver High School" in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Before the consolidation of the city and county schools, it was the high school available to Black students who lived in Forsyth County.

A devout member of Bethlehem AME Zion Church, she served in many capacities and achieved numerous awards for her dedication and service. Always willing to help, she also served with the Missionary and Hospitality Ministries of the church.

In addition to caring for her family, she was a beloved nanny for the Bennet family. Additionally she was employed as a Moravian Cookie Baker. Her desire to be of service to others was observed through her membership with the Good Neighborhood Community Club.

She was preceded in death by her husband of many years, Arthur Leroy Jones; her children: daughter, Annie Mae Jones-Walker; her sons, Henry Arthur Jones, Vernice Jones and Waddell Jones. Those remaining to mourn her loss but cherish the legacy of a beloved matriarch include: a host of grandchildren; great-grandchildren; great-great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews; and sister-in-law, Mazie Louise Speas.

There will be a public viewing for Mrs. Jones Saturday, October 16, 2021 from 12:00 P.M. until 5:00 P.M. at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held on Sunday, October 17, 2021 at 2:00 P.M. at Bethlehem AME Zion Church, 6475 Yadkinville Road, Pfafftown, North Carolina. Interment Bethlehem AME Zion Church Cemetery.

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