Obituaries
Lena Jones
By Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home in Bonham
Sep 9, 2025
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Bonham, Texas -- Lena Mae (Victory) Jones passed away on September 7, 2025, after a long and valiant fight with Alzheimer’s Disease. She was born November 12, 1945, in Honey Grove, Texas to Zack Wesley Victory and Gladys Boatwright Victory. Lena attended Bonham Independent School District- from elementary through high school.

Lena married the love of her life, Dwight (Casey) Jones, November 19, 1965, in Bonham, Texas. She worked various jobs including being an instructor at Elaine Powers Studio in Richmond, Virginia, accounts receivable manager for Big Discount and Chief Auto Parts in Plano, Texas, and as a personal property appraiser for the Fannin County Appraisal District. Lena later owned and operated Casey Jones Emporium and Antique Store for many years in Bonham.

Lena is survived by her beloved husband of 59 years, Dwight (Casey) Jones, brother, Robert Victory, sister-in-laws, Goldia Victory, Martha Victory, and Bonnie Victory, along with numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers, Bill Victory, Clay Victory, and James Victory, sisters, Dorothy Green and Joyce Ann Victory.

Thank you to the wonderful and caring staff at Seven Oaks Nursing Center and Heart to Heart Hospice. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association or Charity of your choice.

Lena will lay in state for friends and family to stop and pay their respects on Thursday, September 11, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Cooper- Sorrells Funeral Home in Bonham. No service is planned. Burial will take place at the DFW National Cemetery, privately.

To convey condolences or sign an online registry, please visit www.coopersorrells.com