Mary Alice Jones, of Rockford departed this earthly life November 3, 2023. She was born June 25, 1943 in Athens, Alabama the daughter of Felix and Roberta Jones. Mary lived in Rockford over 50 years coming from Long Island, New York. She was employed by Testors many years before becoming ill. Mary was a member of State Street Church of Christ. She attended schools in Athens.

Mary leaves to cherish many loving memories, son, Tony (           ) Stinnett; daughter Amanda Taylor; several grandchildren; two sisters, Helen Jones and Margaret Jones; son in law Mark Shabazz; a host of nieces, nephews other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her parents; son, David Tisdale and daughter Belinda Shabazz; six sisters, Daisy Washington, Raddie Wilson, Carmen Southern, Mary Washington, Martha Martin and Ida Jones; and brother Jessie James Horton.

Services will be held 11:00 a.m. Thursday, November 9, 2023 at Carl E. Ponds Funeral Home Inc. 200 N. Johnston Ave. Visitation will be held 9:00 a.m. until the time of service. Burial in Athens Alabama