Annette Jones' Obituary
Annette Jones, 78, of Albemarle, passed away on Friday, February 7, 2025, at Forrest Oaks Healthcare. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. on February 21, 2025, at Stanly Funeral and Cremation Care of Albemarle Chapel, with Pastor Mark Lowe officiating. Burial will follow at Norview Gardens. The family will receive friends from 12 p.m. until 1 p.m. at Stanly Funeral and Cremation Care of Albemarle.
Annette was born in Stanly County on January 16, 1947, to the late Fred and Edna Bailey. Ms. Annette was lovingly survived by her son, Brian Helms, and his wife Tammy of Albemarle. Those also left to cherish her memory are grandchildren, Kristy Lee, Megan Helms, Samuel Helms, Cordell Helms, Schyler Sharp, Morgan Cox, Miranda Cox, Tyler Helms, Sierra Kirby and Savannah Helms, great-grandchildren, Jacob, Daylan, Rylan, Jaxsan, Kamden, Addi, Noah, Sawyer, Brittley, Davian, Autumn, and Daniel, siblings, Julia Carter, Diane Kimrey (Ernest), Deborah Huneycutt, and Ronald Bailey (Debbie).
Annette was preceded in death by her husband John Jones in 2024. She is also preceded in death by her sons, Steven Helms and Danny Helms, siblings, Joyce Bagwell, Alta Mae Poplin, Polly Mason, and Jennette Eudy, and grandson Derick Poplin.
Annette loved to play bingo, and she loved Mt. Dew and her Hershey's Kisses. Annette loved her family, especially her grands and great-grandchildren. She will be missed by all who knew her.
The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to the staff at Forrest Oakes and Tillery Compassionate Care for the care provided to Ms. Annette during her decline in health.
Stanly Funeral and Cremation Care of Albemarle is serving the Jones family.
What’s your fondest memory of Annette?
What’s a lesson you learned from Annette?
Share a story where Annette's kindness touched your heart.
Describe a day with Annette you’ll never forget.
How did Annette make you smile?
