Nancy Bondurant Jones, 87, formerly of Rawley Springs passed away on Wednesday, December 13, 2017.
She was born in Roanoke, on September 25, 1930, and was the daughter of the late Dr. Charles H. and Therma Barclay Bondurant.
Nancy graduated from Shepherd College and was a teacher in Montgomery County in Maryland. After moving to Rawley Springs in 1968, she taught for Rockingham County at Elkton and Turner Ashby High Schools. She was a member of Emmanuel Episcopal Church and Valley of VA Pen Women.
After retiring from her teaching career, she worked for JMU in President Ronald E. Carrier's office. She also was a freelance writer who authored more than a dozen books and 500 columns for the Daily News- Record. In the mid-1980s she opened one of the first bed and breakfasts in the area. In 2000 she was recognized Woman of the Year by the Working Women's Forum.
On May 31, 1956, she married Phillip Lawrence Jones, who preceded her in death on August 16, 1979.
She is survived by her daughters, Rain Worthington (Mark Berger) of Nassau, NY, and Lauren Jones of McGaheysville; her sons, Steven Jones (Mayumi) of Washington State, Randall Jones (Shari Scofield) of Harrisonburg, and Martin Jones (Gail Schnider) of Rawley Springs; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and a sister, Carolyn Whitt of Woodbridge.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Barclay and Alan Bondurant.
A private graveside service was held at Eastlawn Memorial Gardens, and a memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 10, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Harrisonburg.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Massanutten Regional Library or the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank.
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February 13, 2018
A. Thomas Fenik
Reorganizing my books and of course had to sit down and peruse Remembrances Revisited when I came across it. I often over the years have done just that. It's the story of a place I've never visited and of people I'll never have met, but told with such warmth and love I feel as if I have.
Nancy was my mother's cousin. Their mothers were sisters. Clara Louise (Bondurant) Fraley was my mother's mother. They lived in Roanoke. My parents met at Roanoke College and my mother moved to NJ where my father was from. Both passed in 2012.
My mother spoke fondly of Nancy. Of her gift for writing and her career as an educator. And we were introduced at a Bondurant family reunion in Roanoke in the summer of 1990, which was held at the College and had been organized by my great-uncle Bob Bondurant and his lovely wife Ginny. I found Nancy to be a very nice woman and great to talk with. I truly enjoyed meeting her.
I am so sorry for your loss. And I wanted to express that, but also that now as has been the case for 25 years, I can open up a book she personally signed over to me and get some joy reading about the Valley and it's colorful denizens. Nancy had a special gift, and I hope you find some solace in reading some of what she authored, perhaps in knowing others share your love and admiration for her.
May the Lord bless and keep you. May you find comfort in your loss.
January 4, 2018
Amanda Cubbage
To the Jones family, Lauren~My deepest sympathy. I remember your mom as one of my favorite teachers. She was an inspiration to me! I remember visiting her home years ago! Prayers of comfort. Amanda(Hitt) Cubbage
December 27, 2017
I had Mrs. Jones for English at Elkton High School. She was one of my most favorite teachers!
Mel White
December 20, 2017
Lauren, Randy and Jones family
We remember fondly all the many contributions your mother made through her columns, books, reminiscences and enjoyable Rawley Springs gatherings. The history of our Valley was greatly enriched and will live on.
Sidney and Linda Bland
December 20, 2017
Eddie Bumbaugh
Nancy was a very special and talented person whom I had the pleasure of knowing and appreciating as a friend and business partner. Her vibrancy, creativity, positive spirit and commitment to excellence came though in her career as a teacher and member of our community. As a writer she was gifted and her written words will live on for many years for people to enjoy and learn from. My thoughts are with the family and all of us who had the pleasure of knowing Nancy and benefitting from the many ways she has touched our lives.
December 18, 2017
Lois Arndt
Although, I was not a student in Mrs Jones class, she taught me a lot as a year book advisor which I was on the staff. She was a great lady and I know she will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with the Jones family during this difficult time.
Class of 1979
December 15, 2017
Tom Cooper
What a wonderful teacher Mrs. Jones was. I still love and remember all of my English teachers at Turner Ashby; Mrs. Sacra, Mr. Lewis, Ms. Weaver and Mrs. Jones.
After all these years Mrs. Jones' encouragement remains... after all this time she is still a part of us and has been woven into the fabric of our lives.
I also remember the good days Marty and I ran track together. May the Lord, family, and friends He sends your way comfort you and the rest of her family.
I have such wonderful memories of my years at Turner Ashby. Thank you forever, Mrs. Jones. I have been blessed because you were a part of my life, and from the day I walked into your classroom.
December 15, 2017
Phillip Updike
Our thoughts and prayers to out to Nancy's entire family. It was our great pleasure and honor to have known Nancy for many years. We will miss her.
Phil and Tina Updike
Massanutten VA
December 15, 2017
Ann Dellinger
I was very sorry to see of the passing of your mom. She was a lovely lady and I am sure you will miss her terribly. Keep those loving memories close when grief comes to you and remember the wonderful days spent with her. My prayer will be for God to hold you close.
December 15, 2017
Sue Weaver
I have very fond memories of Mrs. Jones from when she taught and was the head of the English Department at Turner Ashby High School. In fact, we taught in adjoining classrooms after the school moved to the Bridgewater facility. I also visited her at her home in Rawley Springs several times.
She was a very kind and gracious lady.
December 15, 2017
Michael Crouch
This wonderful and inspiring lady was my homeroom teacher my freshman year at Turner Ashby High School, and later was my honors English teacher. She taught me a lot about a lot of things, and, if I can put even two coherent sentences together, Mrs. Jones is the reason why. I love you.
With love and deepest condolences to the Bondurant and Jones Families.
December 15, 2017
Kathy Sarver
Randy, Shari and all of Nancy's family- she was an amazing woman who impacted my soul. I so admired her and learned much from her. Thank you for sharing her with us. Love, Kathy Sarver
December 15, 2017
Jane Showalter Spitzer
Dear Jones Family: Nancy was a wonderful teacher at TA. I always looked forward to English class. A very special memory was when she invited the entire class to her Rawley for A Special Brunch and tour of the home. My prayers go out to all of you.
December 15, 2017
Larry Shifflett
Lauren,
So sorry to hear of the passing of your Mother. Prayers for you and your family.
December 15, 2017
Dear Lauren, Rain, Steve, Randy, Marty, Justin and family:
You are all in my Prayers following your mom's passing. May the Lord hold you all in the Palm of His Hand during this time of bereavement.
Sincere sympathy and Love,
Denise Whitman
December 14, 2017
Debra Jones
So sorry to hear of your mother's passing. I know this is a very difficult time and I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
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