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Aynor… Eloise Hardwick Jones, age 92, passed away Monday, February 6, 2023. Mrs. Jones was born July 13, 1930 a daughter of the late Jeremiah Evander and Leona Phipps Hardwick. She was a longtime member of Cool Springs Southern Methodist Church where she served in many capacities over the years. Mrs. Jones was a faithful supporter of her church even when she was unable to attend in her later years. She was a loving and dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and great great grandmother and was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star. She loved working outdoors; especially gardening and tending to her flowers. Mrs. Jones also enjoyed cooking, reading, and was faithful in studying her Bible every day. She will be most remembered for her sweet, humble spirit. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Jones was predeceased by her husband, William I. "Bill" Jones Jr., one son, Kim H. Jones; four brothers, Aubrey Hardwick, Billy Hardwick, Bobby Hardwick, and Jimmy Hardwick; and one sister, Hazel H. Milligan. Survivors include one daughter, Catherine J. Lewis of Aynor; one son, William I. Jones III (Nancy B.) of Aynor; one daughter-in-law, Nancy T. Jones of Aynor; six grandchildren; Carlton Lewis (Abi), Julie Anne Sarvis, Angie Jones, William I. "Will" Jones IV (Sophia), Stephanie J. Todd (Scott), and Christopher K. Jones (Alicia); twelve great grandchildren, Claire Lewis, Cade Lewis, Seth Sarvis (Maddie), Carly Sarvis, William I. Jones V, Braydon Jones, Madelyn Todd, Michael Jones (Rachel), Anderson Jones, Brynleigh Jones, Preston Jones, Ellieana Jones; one great great grandchild, Ensley Grace Jones; and two sisters, Pearl H. Booth and Nina H. Rabon. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday, February 9, 2023 at Cool Springs Southern Methodist Church with Rev. Dustin Hawkins officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends immediately following the service at the cemetery. The family would like to give special recognition to Sarah Gause who cared for Eloise and Bill for many years. They would also like to thank caregivers, Crystal Brown, Kimberlyn Hyatt, Patrina Buffkin, and Wanda Edinger. Memorials may be sent to Cool Springs Southern Methodist Church, c/o Nancy B. Jones, 2640 Garner Road, Aynor, SC 29511. Please sign an online guestbook at www.goldfinchfuneralhome.com Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

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Eloise Hardwick Jones

July 13, 1930 - February 6, 2023