Mary Raley Jones, age 78 of Maynardville, TN, peacefully passed away on Sunday, September 7, 2025, in the comfort of her home, embraced by the love of her family and friends after a week of heartfelt goodbyes. A devoted Christian, Mary found strength and solace in her faith throughout her life. For the past two years, she bravely faced the challenges of being bedridden following a second stroke, with her loving husband Dale Jones caring for her tirelessly and compassionately until the very end.

Born in East Tennessee on November 18, 1946, Mary was cherished by her parents, Pauline and Jack Bruner, from Mascot, Tennessee. She grew up in a lively household, blessed with brothers John and Jackie and sisters Wanda, Charlotte, Teresa, and Becky. Mary’s greatest joys in life were her beloved children, son James and wife Marsha, and daughter Kaye, who brought her immense pride and happiness.

Mary had a deep appreciation for God's beautiful creations, relishing every moment spent outdoors under the sun. Her most treasured times were those spent with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who brought immeasurable joy to her life. She is survived by her adoring grandchildren—Hunter, Kasey, Tasha, Chelsea, and Justin (wife Kayla)—along with her precious great-grandchildren: Jaycie, Tiahna, Ady, Finn, Jennings, Kyra, Briley and Ellis. Special thanks to mom’s favorite nurse through all of this, Jennifer Cosby. Mary’s warm spirit and loving nature will be profoundly missed by all who knew her.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM on Monday, September 8, 2025, at Cooke-Campbell Mortuary with the funeral service to follow at 6:00 PM, Rev. Mark Large officiating. Interment will be at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at Union Primitive Baptist Cemetery. Family and friends will meet at the cemetery on Tuesday at 10:45 AM. Arrangements by Cooke-Campbell Mortuary.