Robert Lee Jones

Robert (Bob) Lee Jones, known affectionately as Bob was born May 25,

1940 in Chattanooga, Tennessee to the late Ivy & Pencia Jones. Bob was

raised in a loving home and attended school in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

After his academic endeavors he proudly enlisted in the United States

Army where he served his country with honor. Bob welcomed his firstborn

son Lloyd Glen Jones.

In 1976, he met the love of his life Doris Marie Jones whom he shared

49 wonderful years. Together they built a life grounded in faith, love and

adventure — often traveling together and creating memories. Bob started

his career with TriMet as a bus operator in the 70's. If you rode the number

8 bus, you would be guaranteed to see him smiling and welcoming you

onboard. Bob was a loyal and valued employee. He gave 30 years

of service before retirement.

Bob gave his life to Christ in 1985 where he joined Morning Star Baptist

Church under the leadership of Pastor Wayne Johnson. You could always

find Bob at the church helping whenever possible. He was a devoted

member of the church and served faithfully as a deacon. If you know Bob,

you know he served with dedication, passion and devotion. Bob was

always willing to lend a helping hand or offer a word of encouragement.

Bob loved cooking, bowling and found joy in traveling and exploring

new places with his wife. He had a passion for singing gospel music

where he uplifted many when singing in the men’s choir at church. You

could always find him catching a tune even up until his final days. Bob

was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He was known

for his warm heart and vibrant spirit who had a no-nonsense demeanor.

He was proceeded in death by his parents Ivy and Pencia, son Alrenzo

(Rennie) Ferguson.

He leaves to cherish his memory Wife Doris Marie Jones, Lloyd G Jones

(son), daughters Rita Ferguson, Maria (Silas) Davis, Kim Ferguson,

and son Nathaniel Ferguson. A host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren.

He will be deeply missed, lovingly remembered, and forever cherished.

Order of Service

Morning Star MBC 4927 NE 55th Ave,

Portland, OR 97218

Friday, June 6, 2025

First Viewing ~ 10:00am

Funeral Service ~ 11:00am

Officiant ~ Dr. Kenneth Ransfer Sr.

Scripture Reading ...................................................Rev. Leon Jenkins

Old Testament & New Testament

Musical Selection ...........................................“I'm Free” by Rev. Bolton

Acknowledgments & Cards .............................................Eula Lockett

Expressions by Family & Friends (Please Limit to 2 Minutes)

Obituary Reading ...........................................................Eula Lockett

Eulogy & Closing Prayer ..............................Dr. Kenneth Ransfer Sr.

Musical Selection .............................“Going Up Yonder” by Rev. Bolton

Final Viewing

Interment ...........................Meeting at Rose City Cemetery

5625 NE Fremont St. Portland, OR 97213

Gather in Main Lot to process at 1:00pm

Grave 5, E 1/2 Lot 296, Section S

ACKNOWLEDGMENT I would like to thank everyone for their acts of love, kindness and concern during our time of bereavement. Special thanks for all the love and support of my husband during his illness, to my son Nathan, Granddaughter Sharita and Grandsons Jamarsae and Andre. Giving recognition to others who have given condolences, flowers, cards, attended the service, etc.

Pallbearers

Lloyd Glen Jones ~ Jamarsae Brown

DeAngelo Clayton ~ Jamarsae Brown Jr.

Dennis Brown ~ Andre Ferguson

Honorary

Timothy Clayton