"Brothers and sisters, we do not want you to be uniformed about those who sleep in death,

so that you do not grieve like the rest of mankind, who have no hope. For we believe that Jesus

died and rose again, and so we believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in him."

Thessalonians 4:13-14

Matthew Jones, 93, of Savannah Georgia was called from labor to reward in the peaceful arms of God on July 16, 2026. Matthew was born in Savannah, Georgia on December 10th, 1932 to Lucius and I.V. Jones. He attended Savannah parochial and public school systems.

In November 1950, Matthew joined the United States Army and served in the Korean War and held the rank of Sergeant. He was honorably discharged in November 1953. He was recognized among the Buffalo Soldiers.

Matthew married Winifred Reynolds June 1961. With their union, they brought 3 children and went on to have 2 children together. Matthew worked as a manager for several retail companies, lastly Walmart. He enjoyed talking to people and showing love. He described himself as meek and mild and that he loved everybody.

In 1985, Matthew joined St. Paul CME Church and went to work serving as an usher, Stewart, and joyfully working in the Breakfast Ministry at The Henry DeLaney Social Hall. He loved serving those he encountered and telling them about the Lord.  Around 2011, Matthew retired from Walmart due to illness. He was a provider, protector, and encourager for his family. He loved his family and always had a soft spoken and positive response. One of his favorite mottos was, "One day at a time." One of his favorite scriptures was Proverbs 3:5-6 -"Trust in the Lord with all thine heart and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge Him, and he shall direct thy paths". During this past year, he showed his strength and determination during his illness. He met many people and touched their lives with words of encouragement and wisdom. He loved the Lord and vowed to serve Him until he died.

On July 16th, 2026, Matthew took flight at 7:24 am.  He was the last of his siblings. He was a loving father, grandfather, uncle, cousin, and friend whose kindness, strength, and love will never be forgotten.

Matthew is survived by his wife, Winifred Jones, his daughters, Ida Maria Beazer, Lisa Loadholt (Frank), stepdaughter Sandra Clark, and son Matthew L. D. Jones Jr. (Cassandra). Stepson, Preston Harrington Jr. preceded him in death. Grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends.

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