Ms. Celeste LaJune Jones, 43, of McMinnville, died Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2024 at her residence. She was born May 26, 1980 in McMinnville and is survived by her mother, Star Bernice (Raymond) Kirkpatrick; father, Phil Anthony Shockley; daughters, Jamaiza Jones and Amayah Young; and brother, Justin Anthony Shockley. She leaves behind other family members and a host of friends who deeply loved her.

Memorial services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 2 at New Beginnings Missionary Baptist Church, 1030 New Smithville Hwy. room 117 and 118, lower level of the Plaza. Tasha Hill will officiate. Everyone is welcome to attend and say goodbye to our beloved Cele.

Southern Standard

(McMinnville, Tenn.) March 1, 2024