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Theodora Kay “Teddie” <I>Roth</I> Jones

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Theodora Kay “Teddie” Roth Jones

Birth
Montgomery, Montgomery County, Alabama, USA
Death
13 Sep 2015 (aged 71)
Saint Augustine, St. Johns County, Florida, USA
Burial
Cremated, Ashes given to family or friend Add to Map
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Obituary for Theodora Roth Jones:

Theodora Roth Jones (Teddie), age 71 of St. Augustine passed away September 13, 2015 at the Bailey Center of Flagler Hospital after a lengthy illness. Born and raised in Montgomery, Alabama, she is predeceased by her parents John Sim Roth and Alva Stephens Roth and her brother Phillip Roth. She is survived by her husband of 25 years Paul Jones, son Patrick Miller (Jill) and granddaughters Rachel and Ashley Miller, son Jon Marshall Miller (Jennifer), sister Minna Roth Hill and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Teddie graduated from Sidney Lanier High School, attended Auburn University, and graduated from Huntingdon College. She taught elementary school over a 40 year span in Montgomery, Atlanta, the Department of Defense (DOD) School at NAS Sigonella, Sicily, and lastly in St. John’s County, Florida. While at NAS Sigonella, she was nominated by the DOD for a Presidential Teaching Award for excellence in elementary science becoming a finalist. After retirement, she returned part time for several years as a reading and math tutor to special needs children at R. B. Hunt Elementary School. In addition to her educational career, Teddie traveled extensively in Europe while living in Sicily, was an active participant in St. Augustine historical reenactment events, published a cookbook, and taught the art of hand sewing of children’s clothing. She was a member of Trinity Episcopal Parish in St. Augustine and was a guided tour volunteer at this historical church.

Memorial services will be held 2:00 PM, October 10, 2015 at the Trinity Episcopal Parish Church, with the Rector, Rev. Dr. David Weidner, officiating. Trinity Episcopal Parish 215 St George St, St Augustine, FL 32084 (904) 824-2876 Teddie was a lifelong advocate of early childhood education. For those wishing to make donations in lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in her name to the Trinity (Episcopal Parish) Early Learning Center (T.E.L.C) at the address above, or to an educational-based charity of your choice. Craig Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Obituary for Theodora Roth Jones:

Theodora Roth Jones (Teddie), age 71 of St. Augustine passed away September 13, 2015 at the Bailey Center of Flagler Hospital after a lengthy illness. Born and raised in Montgomery, Alabama, she is predeceased by her parents John Sim Roth and Alva Stephens Roth and her brother Phillip Roth. She is survived by her husband of 25 years Paul Jones, son Patrick Miller (Jill) and granddaughters Rachel and Ashley Miller, son Jon Marshall Miller (Jennifer), sister Minna Roth Hill and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Teddie graduated from Sidney Lanier High School, attended Auburn University, and graduated from Huntingdon College. She taught elementary school over a 40 year span in Montgomery, Atlanta, the Department of Defense (DOD) School at NAS Sigonella, Sicily, and lastly in St. John’s County, Florida. While at NAS Sigonella, she was nominated by the DOD for a Presidential Teaching Award for excellence in elementary science becoming a finalist. After retirement, she returned part time for several years as a reading and math tutor to special needs children at R. B. Hunt Elementary School. In addition to her educational career, Teddie traveled extensively in Europe while living in Sicily, was an active participant in St. Augustine historical reenactment events, published a cookbook, and taught the art of hand sewing of children’s clothing. She was a member of Trinity Episcopal Parish in St. Augustine and was a guided tour volunteer at this historical church.

Memorial services will be held 2:00 PM, October 10, 2015 at the Trinity Episcopal Parish Church, with the Rector, Rev. Dr. David Weidner, officiating. Trinity Episcopal Parish 215 St George St, St Augustine, FL 32084 (904) 824-2876 Teddie was a lifelong advocate of early childhood education. For those wishing to make donations in lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in her name to the Trinity (Episcopal Parish) Early Learning Center (T.E.L.C) at the address above, or to an educational-based charity of your choice. Craig Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.



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