June Ellen Jones, 73, of Wausau, peacefully entered her eternal rest in Christ's arms on June 16, 2021.
June was born to Reinie and Annabelle Gohdes, July 8, 1947 in Wausau, WI. She graduated from Wausau Senior High School in 1965.
She married Douglas Jones on January 15, 1977. June is survived by her husband, Douglas, and their two daughters, Javonna (Brian) Saari of Merrill and Jalena (Bruce) Van Sleet of Wausau; five siblings: Terry (Mike) Mathie, Darryl (Becky) Gohdes, Patsy (Richard) Prahl, Dale (Mary) Gohdes, and Betty (Kevin) Noel, all of Wausau; two grandchildren, Reya and Dominic Pitzo of Wausau; and 35 nieces and nephews.
June was an amazing wife, mother, sister, aunt, cousin, employee, and friend. Her devotion and commitment to her family was unparalleled. She loved family get-togethers, took the time to call family members on their birthdays, and welcomed every opportunity she could to spend time with her family. She never missed a school concert, talent show, dance recital or baseball game for her grandchildren.
June was affectionately known as the number one fan for her beloved Milwaukee Brewers. She rarely missed listening to a game on the radio and enjoyed attending games at Miller Park with her family whenever possible. Her passion for the Brewers was displayed proudly in her wardrobe almost every day.
She was also known for her deep love for animals. Over the years she and her family enjoyed caring for dogs, cats, horses, chickens, ducks, geese and others.
The family would like to express their deepest gratitude to: Riverside Fire Department, Everest Metro Police Department, and the ICU staff at Marshfield Medical Center – Weston. They also would like to extend a very special thank you to Jeff, Shiloh, Mandy, and Mel and her staff, for their immediate emergency response.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 31, 2021 at Highland Community Church, Wausau. Pastor Jeff Hinds will officiate. Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service on Saturday. John J. Buettgen Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made in honor of June to Gideons International or to the Marathon County Humane Society.