Marvin Allen Jones Obituary
We bid farewell to Marvin Allen Jones of Durham, North Carolina, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on May 5, 2026 at the age of 86. Marvin touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Saint Elmo and Goldie Jones. He is survived by: his wife Julaine Cannon Jones; his son Todd Jones (Kimberly Brackett-Jones); his grandsons, Carter and Taylor Jones of Raleigh; his brother Brent Jones (Sandra) of Durham; his sister-in-law Paula Jordan (David) of Kernersville; his nieces, Kristi Datta (Vik) of Charlotte and Lisa Woodard (Kirby) of Fuquay-Varina; and his nephew David Jordan (Rebecca). He is also survived by great-nieces and great-nephews, in-laws, friends.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 30th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Mt. Sylvan United Methodist Church (5731 N Roxboro St, Durham, NC 27712).
Instead of flowers, honorariums can be given to Mt. Sylvan United Methodist Church, 5731 N. Roxboro Street, Durham, NC 27712 or the Animal Protection Society of Durham, 2117 E Club Blvd, Durham, NC 27704.
