Catherine Ann Jones
May 22, 1958 ~ December 14, 2021
Resided in:
South Portland, ME
Catherine Ann Jones
1958-2021
SOUTH PORTLAND--Catherine Ann Jones, 63, of South Portland, passed away on Tuesday, December 14, 2021, at home with her family.
Catherine was born in Portland on May 22, 1958, the daughter of William and Josephine (Degifico) Murphy. She grew up in South Portland and was a graduate of South Portland High School. She married William Jones, Jr. in 1978 and worked for several years in banking before leaving to start her family. Later in life, she worked at the Animal Hospital of South Gorham, where she made many friends, both co-workers and customers. Catherine loved working in her gardens and was always baking something for her family--oftentimes special treats for her two grandchildren. She was an animal lover and was especially fond of her yellow lab and two grand-dogs, and enjoyed watching the birds and chipmunks in her yard.
Catherine was a loving and thoughtful mother, wife, and Mimi, and taught her children and grandchildren the importance of family. She always made sure that the holidays were special and loved creating an ambiance--filling the house with beautiful decorations, joyful music, and delicious homemade food. She was a passionate volunteer throughout the school system as her children grew up, coordinating reading events, working in the office, and chaperoning field trips.
Catherine was predeceased by her parents and her twin sister, Mary DePaolo. She is survived by her husband, William H. Jones, Jr.; her children, Dana Bettez and her husband Benjamin of South Portland, and Joseph Jones of South Portland; her brother-in-law, Randy DePaolo; her brother, Richard Murphy and his wife Melissa of Scarborough; her sister, Elizabeth Salamone and her husband Christopher; her sister-in-law Pamela Stuart and her husband Ralph, her grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation (www.cholangiocarcinoma.org/donate) or the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (www.pancan.org/donate).
The family would like to thank MaineHealth Cancer Care, the staff at MaineHealth IV therapy, and the staff at Hospice of Southern Maine for their care throughout her illness.
Visiting hours will be from 4:00 to 6:00 pm Monday December 20 at the Conroy-Tully Walker South Portland Chapel, 1024 Broadway, South Portland, with a memorial service at 5:00 pm. A private inurnment will take place at a later date.
To view Catherine's memorial page or to share an online condolence, please visit www.ConroyTullyWalker.com.
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We love you Mom. I remember what a good idea you thought it was to plant trees in honor of a loved one. Heres to you xoxox
– Dana, Ben, Max + Liam
It was a lucky day for The Animal Hospital of South Gorham, when Cathie Jones joined our staff. Her welcoming personality and the obvious care and concern she had for our clients and their pets made her an instant success as a receptionist. She usually kept the waiting room full of laughter and conversation. She particularly loved yellow labradors and baby goats. We watched her brave fight as she overcame pancreatic cancer and always hoped that she might return to our office. Unfortunately hepatic cancer ended those dreams. Cathie was so courageous despite her illness. We loved to watch her joy as she was granted some time to appreciate her grandsons. Christmas was a special time of year for Cathie. We will remember her fondly during this blessed season. I particularly want to thank her for being my friend. May she rest in the peace and comfort of the season.
– Linda Mulski
We are deeply sorry for your loss ~ Conroy-Tully Walker Funeral Home – South Portland Chapel
– A Memorial Tree was planted for Catherine Ann Jones
Dear Bill, Dana and Joseph, we join others who knew Cathy, and send our condolences as neighbors. We are sorry for your heart breaking loss. May the light of love she is remembered for shine on in each of you and out into the world. In that, she leaves behind a beautiful gift. Love, David, Bettina and Jalana
– Bettina Pearson
My deepest sympathies to Catherine’s family and loved ones. I graduated both with Mary and Catherine and they always were close to one another and had beautiful smiles. May all the beautiful memories that you have shared give you strength through this difficult time.
– Cheryl Ferris Jacques
Love you Cathie and surely will miss you!
– The Libby family
God bless her beautiful heart .
– Diana Randall
Mimi I miss you so much. I hope you have a good time in heaven. Love, Liam
– Max Bettez
Cathie was more than just my mom’s twin sister, more than just my aunt. Cathie was like a 2nd mother to me. I barely have memories that do not include Cathie or her family in them. I always felt that I was more like Cathie than my own mother. Where my mother was quiet and reserved, Cathie was a talker and liked being around people. I cannot tell you how many hours Cathie and I must have spent on the telephone after I left Maine. I know that if I wasn’t talking to my mother, I was talking to Cathie. She was my sounding board for most of my home improvement projects, I valued her opinion because I knew she would tell me the truth even if I didn’t want to hear it. My mom preferred solitude and being in her own house, content with idle time. Cathie liked to be busy, even during these years while she fought against cancer, she remained active; gardening, shopping, visiting family or walking her grand-dog, Arrow. She often told me that is how she got through these days, by staying active and by keeping busy. I admired that about her, her ability to keep going, to keep fighting, to wake up each day and face it head-on even when she was facing something as insurmountable as cancer. Cathie and my mom were inseparable as children and even as adults. Though they didn’t agree on many things and some of their disagreements were legendary, they always found their way back to each other. They had that bond as twins, as sisters. I remember the day that my mom passed away, Cathie cried through her tears that she felt as if a piece of her was gone. Despite my grief and my sadness, I take some comfort in knowing that my mother and Cathie, the twins, are reunited and that they are together watching over us.
– William DePaolo
Cathie, I envy your passion and I strive to show even an ounce of the love and care you showed for your family. I will miss you.
– Francis, Heather, and Theo
I loved that you were always there for me when I was sad. I will miss you a lot!!! ;( Love, Max
– Max Bettez
Love you mom Dana
– Dana Bettez
Bill, Dana, Joseph and extended family. My deepest sympathies to you all.
– Cheryl Bickford
I love you and miss you so much Mom. I promise I will be okay, I know youre watching over me. I hope all your pain is gone.
– Joseph Jones
I grew up with the twins, in the same class at Hamlin School, Mahoney and SPHS. I remember the warmth and love of both Catherine and Mary for each other and their circle of friends. I will keep their family in my thoughts during this very sad time.
– Jane Caterina Greer
Dear Will and family, We are very sorry for your loss. We hope that memories of Catherine’s life will comfort you during this difficult time.
– Roz, Kathleen, Tom and Eva