Ima Johnson Jones

IMA JOHNSON JONES
Mrs. Ima Johnson Jones, a lifelong resident of Water Valley, began her life in Heaven on November 17th, 2022. She was born on August 10, 1921 to the late Clarence and Myrtis Johnson. After graduating as valedictorian of her class from Jeff Davis High School, she entered nursing training at Grenada General Hospital and subsequently earned her RN license in Mississippi and Tennessee.
After raising her two sons until they started school, she began her 29-year career as Public Health Nurse in Water Valley and later was promoted to Yalobusha County Health Coordinator. She was particularly proud of her role in administering the polio vaccination program in Yalobusha County that helped eradicate that dreaded disease. Ima was well known for her cooking skills. When she hosted a family gathering, she could prepare a delicious meal for 25 people and have food left over. She dearly loved her family and friends.
Survivors include two sons, Norman Jones( Barbara) of Baton Rouge, LA, and Bob Jones (Katherine) of Water Valley; five grandchildren, Ben Jones of Oxford, Heath Jones (Courtney) of Ooltewah, TN, Lauren Serpas (Jason) of Baton Rouge, Breck Jones (Jessica) of Oxford, and Autumn Swinkowski (John) of Water Valley; and nine great-grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, Ima was predeceased by Quay Jones, her husband of over 55 years, and her four siblings: Hazel Mooney, Chester Johnson, Elnor Womble, and Kenneth Johnson.
A celebration of her life will be held at Seven Oaks Funeral Home in Water Valley on Monday, November 21st, 2022. Visitation will be at 10:00 AM, with a funeral service at 11:00 AM, followed by a family graveside service.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations in her honor be made to Bethel Baptist Church where she was a member for 89 years. Bethel Baptist Church, 1938 CR 220, Water Valley, MS. 38965.