My mom was going through some items the other day and found this great history of Grandma Isom.
I'm going to have it copied (since it is in her writing:-) and have it bound. Anyone want one?

Ronald I. Jones

St. George, UT - Ronald I. Jones passed away surrounded by his loved ones on July 22, 2008 in St. George Utah at the age of 71.
He was born July 3, 1937 in Cedar City Utah to James Chester and Nola Isom Jones.
He married his sweetheart, Connie Nelson on April 25, 1963 in the Los Angeles Temple.
Small in stature, Mighty in Spirit, Ron showed amazing courage throughout his life as he faced many challenges and always overcame. Blessed with a happy attitude and grateful heart, he inspired many people throughout his life. His family will always remember his example of faith and courage in every situation.
Growing up in St. George and surrounding area, he made many close friendships in his childhood that have continued through today. He created lasting impressions on those he worked with at the Las Vegas Review Journal and The Daily Spectrum. After retiring from the advertising field, he chose to spend his time selling cars; his first love. In his spare time he cultivated his talent of creating detailed woodwork that many friends and family members have appreciated. He was a creative thinker, inventing ingenious ways to fill a need and always made anyone around him feel special.
He is survived by his eternal sweetheart: Connie, brother: DeVon (Venita) Jones; Washington, sister: Jeanenne (Walter) Cox; St. George, children: Tammy (Clay) Brinkerhoff; Washington, Mark Jones; St. George, Kim (Dave) Guymon; California, JoLynn (Zachary) Fraser; New York and 9 grandchildren that brought sunshine to his soul.
The family expresses heartfelt appreciation to the extensive team of medical professionals who lovingly cared for our husband and father.Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 26th at 11:00 a.m. at the Morningside Stake Center located at 900 South River Rd. Visitations will be held one hour prior to funeral at Morningside Stake Center and Friday, July 25th from 6-8 p.m. at Metcalf Mortuary 288 West St. George Blvd. Interment will be in the St. George City Cemetery

I thought I would post some of the photos I took at our recent reunion. It was so fun to see everyone again and even meet some for the first time!

(Warning: these shots are all very candid!)

Thank you for the wonderful displays of the family. It was neat to see everyone young again!

The kids always know to look forward to coins in the sawdust!

"Grandma Isom"
to the tune of Scripture Power

Because we'd like to honor our sweet Grandma Isom,

She grew up in dear Grafton, then moved to Hurricane.

She married Leonard Isom for time and eternity,

then raised 6 wonderful children, although she bore 13.

Grandma Isom, you're good at many things.

Grandma Isom, it's to you this song we sing.

Grandma Isom, we all miss you so.

With love to you from your posterity.

Lizzie's Life

I hope you all had a chance to see Christine's photo album-she is a fabulous cake artist!

These were taken outside of the home that Grandma Isom's father took down in Grafton, numbered the boards and re-built in Hurricane.

Terry, Jennifer & Christine

Hurricane Canal

Grafton

Grandma Isom's parent's graves in the Grafton Cemetary

The "Ballard Row" in the Grafton Cemetary

These were taken at the Hurricane Cemetary

Rockville Cemetary

These are the graves of Grandma & Grandpa Isom's other children in the Hurricane Cemetary

Grandma & Grandpa Isom's graves in the Hurricane Cemetary

Thank you for putting this reunion together-it was wonderful!

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I'm not sure if this is the best way for us to stay in touch, but it is a start. Everyone can contribute on an on-going basis. Just email me your info and I'll make it so you can post whenever you want. We can have this be as informal as you want. I think it can be a really great way to get to know our family.

Tammy