Mary M. Jones

August 12, 1928 - August 16, 2016

Mary M. (Corson) Jones, age 88 of Millville, passed away Tuesday morning, August 16, 2016 at her residence. She had been in declining health for the past two years. Born and raised in Millville, Mary attended Millville Schools, graduating in the Class of 1945. She was the daughter of the late Charles Corson and Elizabeth (Kates). Mary retired from Foster Forbes Glass Plant where she worked for over 40 years until the plant closed. She was a life member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary No. 2169, where she served as Treasurer and Past President. Mary enjoyed raising her granddaughters, Ashley and Alyson Jones, and going to the casinos. She also enjoyed gardening, especially her iris flower garden. She leaves to cherish her memory, her son Michael Jones and wife Maria of Millville; her daughter Christine Johnson and husband Lewis of Greensboro, NC; her sister Ellen Blizzard and husband Sam of Newport; four grandchildren; and two great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband Herschel P. Jones; one son Steven Jones; and her siblings, Charles Corson, Jerry Corson, Fred Corson and Helen Reeves. A Private Memorial Service will be at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are under the direction of Christy Funeral Home, Millville. Memories and expressions of sympathy for Mary M. Jones may be shared on the Obituary Tribute Wall at www.christyfuneralservice.com.