(From Sisco Funeral Home)Sharon Kay Jones, 73, of Garfield, Arkansas passed away to be with the Lord on May 12, 2026.
Sharon Kay Jones, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin and friend, passed away surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on April 24, 1953, in Benton County, Arkansas, to Levi Austin Tate and Neomia Beatrice Taylor Tate.
Sharon married the love of her life, Emery Dennis Jones, on July 26, 1969. Together they built a life centered around faith, family, kindness, and generosity. Sharon worked in Human Resources at Walmart for thirty-four years, where she formed many lasting friendships and touched countless lives with her warm spirit and caring heart. Sharon was a wonderful woman who always carried a smile and maintained a positive attitude. She rarely complained and had a personality no one could ever replace. If anyone needed help, Sharon was always the first to lend a hand. It never mattered who you were or what you needed she would do everything she could to brighten your day.
She was well known for her generous heart. If someone admired something she owned, she would often insist they take it home with them. Sharon loved sharing with others and could tell the story behind nearly every item in her home who gave it to her, who made it, or which garage or yard sale treasure it had once been. Every item held a memory, and every memory was dear to her heart. Every Sunday, Sharon prepared a full meal, and everyone was welcome. No invitation was ever needed. Family, friends, neighbors, and strangers alike could gather around her table. Many Sundays, the driveway would be filled with cars, and even close family members would wonder who all the guests were. That was simply Sharon loving, welcoming, and full of joy. Sharon deeply loved her family and was blessed to be an amazing mother to three boys, a proud grandmother to six grandchildren, and a special “Gigi” to seven great-grandchildren. She made sure each of them knew the importance of church and treasured taking them yard sale shopping. From time to time, she could even be found dumpster diving alongside the grandchildren and great-grandchildren in search of hidden treasures.
Christmas was Sharon’s favorite holiday. She filled her home with beautiful decorations and multiple Christmas trees, making certain every family member had gifts, homemade pies, rolls, and plenty of love to share. As Sharon’s earthly journey came to an end, there was no doubt why Christmas meant so much to her. She held strong faith in what awaited her beyond this life and found peace in knowing she would walk through Heaven’s gates free from pain and suffering, reunited with loved ones once again. Sharon’s kindness, generosity, and unconditional love will forever remain in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.
She was well known for her generous heart. If someone admired something she owned, she would often insist they take it home with them. Sharon loved sharing with others and could tell the story behind nearly every item in her home who gave it to her, who made it, or which garage or yard sale treasure it had once been. Every item held a memory, and every memory was dear to her heart. Every Sunday, Sharon prepared a full meal, and everyone was welcome. No invitation was ever needed. Family, friends, neighbors, and strangers alike could gather around her table. Many Sundays, the driveway would be filled with cars, and even close family members would wonder who all the guests were. That was simply Sharon loving, welcoming, and full of joy. Sharon deeply loved her family and was blessed to be an amazing mother to three boys, a proud grandmother to six grandchildren, and a special “Gigi” to seven great-grandchildren. She made sure each of them knew the importance of church and treasured taking them yard sale shopping. From time to time, she could even be found dumpster diving alongside the grandchildren and great-grandchildren in search of hidden treasures.
Christmas was Sharon’s favorite holiday. She filled her home with beautiful decorations and multiple Christmas trees, making certain every family member had gifts, homemade pies, rolls, and plenty of love to share. As Sharon’s earthly journey came to an end, there was no doubt why Christmas meant so much to her. She held strong faith in what awaited her beyond this life and found peace in knowing she would walk through Heaven’s gates free from pain and suffering, reunited with loved ones once again. Sharon’s kindness, generosity, and unconditional love will forever remain in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.
She is survived by her devoted husband, Dennis Jones; her children, Jimmy Jones (Donna) of Garfield, Arkansas, Eric Jones of Seligman, Missouri, and Mark Jones (Jasah) of Garfield, Arkansas; her grandchildren, Jessie, Kamryn, Chantz, Hayven, Andi, and Jason; her siblings, Charles Ray Tate (Sharon) of Seligman, Missouri and Virginia Mae Cooper (Edwin) of Pineville, Missouri; and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; two siblings, Austin Levi Tate and Opal Fay; one grandchild; and four great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at New Prospect Baptist Church 19200 Gann Ridge Rd, Garfield, AR 72732.
Immediately following the service, dinner will be provided, and all family and friends are welcome to join and fellowship together.
Per Sharon’s request, there will be several Christmas decorations available, and she wanted each and every one of you to take something to help decorate your tree or trees at Christmas. Please accept these decorations as a small gift and token of Sharon’s love, generosity, and the joy she found in sharing with others.
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