Marlene C. Jones

Marlene C. Jones, 92, died January 15, 2025, at Our House in Rutland, VT.

Marlene was born on April 3, 1932, in Granville, NY, the daughter of John and Charlotte (Roberts) Jones.

Upon graduation from Poultney High School in 1949, she was employed by Rosenblatts in Poultney, where she worked until she became a caregiver to her aging parents.

Marlene loved nature, animals, and working in her flower gardens. She was creative, specializing in making dolls and stuffed animals. She was an avid reader of non-fiction, always eager to gain more knowledge. She was an extremely caring person who always put other and their need ahead of her own.

Marlene is survived her sisters Elaine Duffy of Wells and Evelyn Ritchie of Tinmouth.

She was predeceased by both parents, brother-in-law Tom Duffy and Larry Ritchie.

A special thanks to everyone at Our House for the care given to Marlene and thank you to VNA.

At Marlene’s request, there will be no services.

Arrangements are under the direction of Clifford Funeral Home.