Reginald Anthony Jones, age 55, affectionately called “Bishop”, was born May 2, 1965, and transitioned from this life June 19, 2020 after a long illness.
Reginald graduated from Ontario High School Class of 1983. He was formerly employed at General Motors Ontario, Ohio. Reginald was a great musician and he played for several churches throughout the state of Ohio.
Reginald was presently a member of and Musician for Providence Baptist Church. Before his transition to his Heavenly Home, Reginald was led to and received the Lord Jesus Christ as his personal savior.
Reginald was preceded in death by his wife, Diane Jones; brother, Robert Clark III; stepfather, Robert Clark Jr.; and paternal grandparents, Deacon Malachi and Mother Persephone Jones.
Reginald is survived by his mother, Esther Ruth Clark; two sons, Antonio Jones of Mansfield, OH and William Fortner of Columbus, OH; one daughter, Kaneisha Jones of Columbus, OH; two stepchildren, Destiny Brown and Jamaar Jones of Mansfield, OH;, one grandson; one step grandson; and a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
PRIVATE Visitation 4:00 PM and Funeral Service 5:00 PM Sunday, June 28, 2020 at Providence Baptist Church 112 W 6th Street.
Interment 11:00am Monday, June 29, 2020 at Mansfield Memorial Park.
Rest in peace bishop Jones you will truly be missed.
My heart has melted since I received the news of my cousin Reggie passing. I loved talking to him about my late father and how he felt about him. He was a smooth dude. I love you Auntie Queen and am praying for you and his children. Much love always
Princess❤❤
Reginald bishop jones was my best friend words can explain how im feeling abt his passing im going to miss bishop RIP my buddy till we meet again
We will miss your laughter & sarcasm Reggie! You touched our lives as we touched yours. Your ER family was always rooting for you.
Condolence…So sorry to hear about Reggie..
Praying for the family.
My condolences goes out to the family, I been knowing Reggie for a long time and he will be sadly missed at church. Reggie fought a good fight, now it’s time my brother for you to rest in our Heavenly Father arms.
To the family of Reginald A. Jones
Wishing you peace, comfort and hope in the midst of your sorrow. Our deepest sympathy.
My condolences sorry to hear of his passing.
When I heard of your passing I was very sad..but I know you are no longer in pain..Absent from.this earth means present with the Lord..I’m gone miss you my godbrother…rip rip..Job well done..Go ahead and take your rest..Ms Christine Canada
I’m gone miss my godson..sorry for your loss..he was my friend and godson..I’m gone miss your laughter..your smile..and your kindness..you treated me with love..I love you Reginald Jones your godmother.Mrs Callie M.Canada rip..
Sending condolence to my family. When I heard of his loss I was in shock I’ve known Reggie most of my life. But recently got to work with him at Providence Baptist Church and when I tell you in rehearsal there wasn’t a dry moment. He would speak life into you and push you to be greater, I appreciated that about him. To my Aunt Esther I love you dearly and to his children and grandchild I’m sorry for your loss May the peace of God and the strength of God be with you. Sending all of our love and hugs and kisses from Elgin Williams and Tiffany williams’
Prayers and love cousin
My condolences to Queen Esther & family. He will truly be missed by all who knew him
Love foever
Stephanie & Willie Haley
Esther, I’m praying now for you and all the family. Sending my love from San Jose, Californna.
So sorry to hear about the passing of Reggie we grew up together at Temple of Faith church. He was a friend and whenever I saw him we always caught up on each other lives. He will be missed and I offer the family my prayers and condolences.
Reggie you will be greatly missed. You always was very loving and kind. We are praying for the family and we love you ♥️
Reggie your shenanigans will be missed by your family on B21. Every time we have a snickers we will think of you!
Sorry for your lost
I’m so sorry for your loss! You all have treated me like family and Reggie was no exception! So many fond memories of him. My prayers are with you all
My prayers are with Aunt Queenie and the Jones family. Reggie had a good heart and could really play the hammond organ. I am blessed to have been able to serve with him at Latter Rain C.O.G.I.C., when he was the organist for our youth choir. I will alway remember his sense of humor. As you take your rest in the arms of Jesus, we will continue to thank God for you and your family.
With Deepest Sympathy.
Cousin Esthet, I am sorry for your loss, I send my prayers and condolences to you and the family. I pray that God will comfort and strengthen you and give you peace .
I’m going miss you Daddy
So sorry to hear about Reggie he played the orgin at. my wedding 29 yrs ago always helped anyone. Out and kept you laughing will be missed rip James and Debbie jones
To Esther and children of Reggie. We feel your pain. We are keeping you in our prayers. Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. RIP Reggie Cousin Wilma and children of Uncle Wilson and Aunt Ruby
I threw him back in the day very nice I’m so sorry for your lost praying for the jones family lurlean Thompson floyd
There was never a dull moment when taking care of you. You were the one to keep a person on their toes. If you demanded something you were sure to get it. My last words to you was I love you Reggie. I just want you to feel better and your words returned were I love you too Sis. Fly High Reggie! There’s no more pain! You will be truly missed!
Going to miss you, Bishop.
Praying for you Sister Esther and the family.
Esther,
Sending heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Praying that your precious memories will help to lighten your hearts in the days to come. We will continue to keep you all in our prayers.
Jean, Elaine, Burke Jr, Clarence and Carmen
My dear cousin you were definitely my rider I’m going to miss our rides with our long talks I’m also going to miss you coming to my job looking for me
So sorry for your loss Esther.God Bless Your Soul.Praying for you and your family.In The Name Of Jesus.Amen.♂️♀️
With deep sympathy to the family. Our love and prayers are with you.
Apostle Dr. Lottie M Smith
Dear Ester…. so sorry for your loss….I enjoyed my friendship with Reggie…..Burk Jisa ( Statler Apts.)
To Cousin Esther Ruth Clark & the entire Jones Family, we send our love and condolences to you. Reggie was a highly gifted musician who had a heart of gold. He played for my choir when I first began to pastor. Reggie unselfishly worked with my son & helped to prepare my son to play for the choir. My wife Janice & I had a special love for Reggie Jones. We will never forget our friend.
Rev. & Mrs. Clyde D. & Janice Jones
Chicago, Illinois
I went to school with Reggie and Road s as me bus….always the jokester. I would also see him at work. May he finally get his rest and no longer be sick. He can now drink as much apple juice as he wants! My sincerest condolences to his family. He will be missed!
I went to school with Reggie and Road same bus….always the jokester. I would also see him at work. May he finally get his rest and no longer be sick. He can now drink as much apple juice as he wants! My sincerest condolences to his family. He will be missed!