Raymond Jones

Age 88, of Pine City, NY; placed in the hands of our Lord on Friday, November 7, 2008, at Arnot Ogden Medical Center surrounded by his loving family.Raymond is survived by his wife of 57 years, Julia Zahorian Jones; daughters, Brenda Cuer; and Bonita (Daniel) Collins; grandchildren, Amanda Cuer, Christopher, Kevin, and Meghan Collins; brother, John (Marilyn) Jones Jr.He is also survived by his sister in-law, Veronica Gernert, and several nieces and nephews.Raymond was predeceased by his parents, John and Alice Mae (Orton) Jones; brothers, David, Cenis, Charles, Roy, and Willard Jones; sisters, Emma Nash and Catherine Genaway. Raymond was a graduate of Millerton High School, Millerton PA; served in the United States Army during World War II; and married the love of his life, Julia, on May 26 1951. Raymond retired from American LaFrance after 42 years of service. In his retirement, his passion was his family, farming, and gardening. Family and friends are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, Southport/Elmira on Sunday, November 9, 2008, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, with Funeral and Committal Services there Monday at 11:00 AM. Interment will take place in Fitzsimmons Cemetery, Southport, at the convenience of the family. Those wishing may make donations to the Mosherville Bible Church, Mosherville, PA in Raymond's memory.A "Candle of Remembrance" may be left for the family in Obituaries atwww.olthof.com.