Avalee Jean (Ray) Jones, 76, of Grove City, OH passed away January 10, 2020. She was born on February 5, 1943 to the late Melvin "Ted" and Harriet Ray.
She is preceded in death by her step-mother, Margaret (Sergio) Ray.
Surviving family includes sons, Todd (Jackie) Jones, Scott (Lauri) Jones; grandchildren, Chance, Kayleigh, Emily, Molly, William; brother, William "Fred" (Cheryl) Ray; sister, Chris (John) Layman; step-siblings, Pat (Marie) Sergio, Chris (Tom) Finley, Jan (Bob) Carmean, Tony (Cathy) Sergio, Joe (Kris) Sergio, Amy (Joe) Mehrle; and many nieces and nephews.
Avalee graduated from Grove City High School in 1961. Throughout her life she was an office manager for a number of nursing facilities around Central Ohio. She was a member of the St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Grove City.
Avalee's greatest love was for her grandchildren. She was often seen attending hockey games, baseball games, choir performances, track meets, and mock trials. She loved attending marching band competitions. She was an incredibly kind and giving person.
Family and friends will be gathering to celebrate Avalee's life on January 26 at the American Legion Post #164, 3363 McDowell Road in Grove City between 1-4.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Bellacare Hospice, 110 Polaris Pkwy Suite 302, Westerville, OH 43082.
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