Barbara L. Jones

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Barbara L. Jones, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, and friend, who left this world on March 5, 2026, at the age of 88. Born in Louisville, KY, Barb dedicated her life to reading the pages of her family’s stories, filled with the love and laughter that characterized her spirit.

Barb worked as a sales clerk at various retail stores throughout her career. Barb exemplified warmth and kindness in all her interactions, ensuring that everyone felt special and valued. Her deep-seated faith guided her life, and she cherished taking her children and grandchildren to church, where her devoted presence instilled a sense of community and love in their hearts.

Affectionately known as “Grandma Barbie,” she created a sanctuary on her back porch, where she delighted in sipping coffee, hanging with her dogs, and spending time with her family. Barb also enjoyed watching her favorite soap operas and westerns. To anyone who crossed her threshold, she offered more than just a meal; she extended a feeling of belonging, making each visitor feel loved, welcomed, cared for, and always telling them to “not be a stranger”.

Barb is survived by her cherished children: son Edmond Jones, son Timothy (Teresa) Jones, daughter Teresa (Bill) Polen, and daughter Felicia (Jeff) Mutters. She leaves behind an adoring legacy of grandchildren: Andy Jones, Nicole (Nick) Turner, Lila (Tyler) Fischer, Amanda Jones, Randy Jones, Heather Jones, Eryka Redden, Samantha (Michael) Gaffney, Tyler (Amy) Jones, and Mathew Mutters, as well as great-grandchildren Katelyn, Charlotte, Jayden, Camdyn, Brayden, Kyrie, Kamiyah, and Deklyn, and great-great-grandchild, Lilian. She is also survived by her loving cousins Wilbur, Geneva, and Margaret, and her beloved companion Sugar Baby Jones.

Barb was preceded in death by her husband, Howard Jones, parents, James Bird Lawson and Icey Dovie Lawson, son, George (Vickie) Jones, and brothers, George Lawson, Bill Lawson, and Simon Lawson.

Barbara’s life was a tapestry woven with strength, wisdom, laughter, and unconditional love. She will be dearly missed but fondly remembered by all who had the privilege to know her.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 12th, 2026 from 10:00-11:00am at the Arlington Memorial Gardens Funeral Home, 2155 Compton Road, Cincinnati, OH 45231 (Follow the BLUE line). A funeral service will follow at 11:00am. Burial will take place at 12:00pm at the Arlington Memorial Gardens.