Sylvia Anna Jones

Sylvia Anna Jones, age 70, was born on Monday, August 30, 1954, in Alexander County, departed this life on August 4, 2025, at the S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House in Iredell County. A devoted matriarch, Sylvia was known for her warmth and unwavering love for her family, who will forever cherish the memories shared with her.

Sylvia was a woman of strong faith, adhering to the Baptist tradition, which played an integral role in her younger years and values. Her interests were varied and vibrant; she delighted in playing tennis, softball, and basketball, and found joy in word searches, playing solitaire, and singing, which often brought smiles to her family and friends alike.

She leaves behind a loving family that includes her daughter, Bathsheba Abbigale "Abby" Jones Owens (LeKeon McDowell), and her cherished siblings: Wanda Mayes of Charlotte, NC, Victoria M. Jones of Statesville, NC, Francine M. Barber of Taylorsville, NC, Tommy V. Jones of Myrtle Beach, SC, and Randy Evans Jones (Annie) of Staunton, VA. Sylvia was also a proud grandmother to Kaliyah William (Darius) Wetumpka, AL, Marie Jones of Montgomery, AL, Shanice Williamson of Fayetteville, NC, Tori Williams Humphries (LaTarus) of Montgomery, AL, and is remembered as a great-grandmother to Karsyn, Thomas, Bryson, and Aniya. Additionally, she is survived by a host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, great-great-nephew, DeShawn, great-great-niece, Isabella, cousins, all of whom carry a piece of her spirit, and her friend of 18 years Thomas Morrison.

Sylvia was preceded in death by her parents, Robert Valgene and Wyona Lippard Jones, her husband, Roy Diggs, her father and mother-in-law, James and Ella Diggs, her maternal grandparent, Gertrude Mayes, her aunt, Maida Millsaps Rowe, as well as her sister-in-law, Gwendolyn Jones, and brother-in-law, Jonathon Joe Harris Barber.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, August 9, 2025, in the Alexander Funeral Service Chapel at 3:00 pm. LaTarus Humphries will give the eulogy. Inurnment will be with the family.

The family will accept flowers, or donations may be made to S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House, 1325 Mecklenburg Hwy, Mooresville, NC 28115.

As we remember Sylvia, let us celebrate a life filled with steadfast love and cherished moments. Her legacy will continue to inspire those who had the privilege of knowing her.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Alexander Funeral and Cremation Service.

Condolences may be sent to www.alexfuneralservice.com