Obituary for Martha Carolynn Lewis Jones

Ms. Martha Carolynn Lewis Jones, aged 84, passed away on May 27, 2026. Born on April 22, 1942, in Chattanooga, Tennessee, she was the daughter of Samuel Adolphus Lewis and Nellie Pearl Workman Lewis.

A longtime resident of the Liberty Community, Ms. Jones was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She built a career as a bookkeeper for NASA and held the distinction of Certified Master Gardener. Known affectionately within her family as the “Queen of Gravy,” she was especially cherished for her specialty of breakfast served for supper.

Ms. Jones was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 43 years, Gene Austin Jones; and her brother, Bruce Lewis.

She is survived by her children, Martha Michelle Jones and Samuel Austin Jones (Lillian); her grandchildren, Zoe Jones and Priscilla Lagares; and her brothers, Robert Lewis (Darlene) and Samuel Lewis (Becky). Additionally, she leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews.

Ms. Jones’s life and legacy will be fondly remembered by her family and all who knew her.

Graveside Services will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at Cluster Springs Cemetery, 1333 County Hwy 1084, DeFuniak Springs, FL 32433 with Reverend Francis Turner officiating.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the FFA Scholarship Fund at https://ffa.givenow.stratuslive.com/ffadonate