Jude Evelyn Jones Nee Nicely went to be with the lord and savior in the early morning of October 6th 2026, in Anderson, Ohio, at the age of 79

She was born on January 19th 1947, in Foster, Ohio. Judy is honored for the life she lived and the family connections that meant so very much to her. She loved her family, but especially her great-grandbabies!

Judy was the wife of Arivel Jones, with whom were married for 42 wonderful years. She loved her garden, hummingbirds, and planting her flowers. Also, her beloved dog Lacey.

Judy is survived by her loving husband Arivel Jones, sister Pam (Bob) Meier. Her children Lisa (Steve) Tucker, Shawn (Lindsey) West, stepdaughter Rhonda Jones, stepson Ronald (Crystal) Jones.

Judy is also survived by her grandchildren, Brianna (Chris) Doyle, their children Brynlee Evelyn "mygirl", Briar, Maitlynn and Landry. Brittany (Chris) Perkins and their children Steven Tucker "peewee", Rhett and Ryan. Ethan West and his children Preston and Branson. Alexandra West and Olivia West. Step Grandchildren Rachelle (Mike) Frye, Kayla (Gunner) Koger, Alyssa Jones, Miranda Jones, Daniel (Megan) Jones, Taylor Jones.

Judy was preceded in death by her parents, Chester and Ruth Nicely nee Manis. Her sister, Faye Salvage. Niece Tiffany Norton ans stepson Randy Jones.

The family will receive friends at Evans Funeral Home in Goshen on Wednesday, October 14th from 10:30 AM until time of funeral services beginning at 12 PM. Burial will follow at Goshen Cemetery.

"And he said to him, truly I tell you, Today you will be with me in paradise": Luke 23:43

"Those who have faith in me will never die, even tho they die: they will live, and everyone who lives and believes in me will never die." John 11:25-26