04/20/2026
Karen R. Jones, 76, of Center, passed away Saturday, April 18, 2026, in Nacogdoches.
Memorial service will be held at 11am, Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Bro. Gordon Vaughn officiating.
Born September 28, 1949, in Houston, Karen is the daughter of Oscar Alton Jones and Thelma Clarese Ray Jones. She worked as an LVN and had a heart of gold. Karen would extend help to anyone who needed it. She also raised Tennessee Walking Horses, which she dearly enjoyed. Above all, Karen was devoted to her family.
She is survived by:
Sister, Cherrie Burke
Sister-in-law, Linda Jones
Nieces and nephews:
Dan Phil Jones
Alex Jones
Kimberly Bilanoski
Jennifer Grandberry
Carol Bradley
Nancy Nelson
Merry Grant
Justin Hicks
Preceded in death by parents, Oscar Alton Jones and Thelma Clarese Ray Jones; and brothers, George Alton Jones, Dan Phillip Jones, and Christopher Jones.
Online condolences and tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com.
