Vera Jones Newington Obituary

The family announces the passing of Vera Jones Newington of Walterboro, South Carolina on September 17, 2026. Vera, born on June 22, 1927, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

Vera will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around her. Friends and family will honor Vera by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence she had in their lives. Though Vera is no longer present, the bonds she created and the experiences shared will endure. Vera’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew her.

She was predeceased by: her husband Duane Edwin Newington; and her parents, Reverend Victor E. Jones and E. Luella Trowbridge Jones. She is survived by: her children, Sandra Katchuk (Michael) of Walterboro, Sally LaGrow of Michigan, Edwin Newington (Marlene) of Michigan, Terry Newington (Sally) of Michigan and Douglas Newington of Michigan; and her brother Roland Jones (Patricia). She is also survived by fifteen grandchildren; thirty-one great grandchildren; and ten great great grandchildren.

Visitation was held on Friday, September 25th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Bethel United Methodist Church (355 Hampton St, Walterboro, SC 29488). A funeral service was held on Friday, September 25th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that memorials be directed in her memory to the following: Friends of Colleton County Animal Shelter, 33 Poor Farm Road, Walterboro, SC 29488; or to, South Carolina Commission for the Blind, 1430 Confederate Avenue, Columbia, SC 29201.