Janis Jones, 85

Janis Marie Jones, age 85, of Constantine, passed away Monday January 15, 2024 at Birch Meadows Senior Care in Three Rivers. She was born July 31, 1938 in White Pigeon, a daughter of Louis O. and Vinette E. (Olson) Krull. Janis graduated from White Pigeon High School in 1956 where she was a cheerleader and member of many clubs and committees. On August 18, 1956 she married Dan Jones at Messiah Lutheran Church in Constantine. He preceded her in death on September 17, 2019.

Janis was an amazing wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend to many. Janis had a beautiful smile, impeccable style, heart of gold, and many talents. She took pride in her beautiful flower gardens, was a great seamstress making beautiful clothing, wedding gowns and bridesmaid dresses. She was a wonderful cook and baker and talented artist. Janis bowled on several teams for many years and attended many state and national bowling tournaments. Janis enjoyed taking trips with her friends. She was actively involved at Messiah Lutheran Church and served on many committees and was a member of Meeks Mill Garden Club. Fitness was important and she worked out at “The Pit” and did yoga classes into her 80’s. Janis served as the Florence Township Treasurer for many years.

Surviving are her daughter Vinette (Andy) Reames, Jones; sons Dan (Shirley) Jones, Constantine, Jerry (Darcy) Jones, Constantine; grandchildren Jessee (Chelsea) Schoetzow, Mitch (Ashley) Schoetzow, Amy (Seth) Hall, Ben (Anna) Jones, Zoe, Jack and Brody Jones; brother Ted (Sharon) Krull; special niece Jackie (Krull) Schneider; and many great grandchildren; nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, and brother Ron Krull. A special thanks to the staff of Birch Meadows and Elara Caring Hospice.

Per her request cremation has taken place. Visitation will be Tuesday, January 23, 2024 at Messiah Lutheran Church from 1 to 3 PM, where a Memorial Service will follow at 3:00. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Messiah Lutheran Church or Elara Caring Hospice. Please visit Janis’ memorial page to leave a message for her family at www.eleyfuneralhomes.com.