[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 27 (Monday, February 10, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E112]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




          CELEBRATING THE 100TH BIRTHDAY OF MRS. VERGIA JONES

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                        HON. JONATHAN L. JACKSON

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, February 10, 2025

  Mr. JACKSON of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the 
100th birthday of Mrs. Vergia Jones. Mother Vergia Jones was born on 
January 6, 1925, as the eldest of eight children. She dedicated her 
life to service, both in her professional career and in her community. 
She retired as a nurse assistant from Cook County Hospital, where she 
provided compassionate care to countless patients.
  Known for her commitment to health and wellness, Mother Jones earned 
the affectionate title of a ``health nut'' due to her love for growing 
her own food and preparing nutritious meals, including poke salad and 
greens, every day. Her passion for well-being extended beyond herself, 
as she devoted much of her time to missionary work.
  A licensed missionary, Mother Jones remained faithful to her calling 
by ensuring those in need had access to food. She personally delivered 
food boxes to individuals who were homebound and played an active role 
in the Monday Night Meal Program and the Thursday food giveaway at 
Evening Star Missionary Baptist Church until the onset of the COVID-19 
pandemic. Prior to that, she was a dedicated member of Free Will 
Missionary Baptist Church, where she taught Women's Sunday School for 
several years.
  In addition to her church and community work, Mother Jones was an 
entrepreneur, selling Stanley Home Products for many years. Her 
dedication to faith, family, and service has made a lasting impact on 
everyone who has had the privilege of knowing her.
  Mother Jones is the proud matriarch of a large and loving family, 
which includes seven children, 17 grandchildren, over 20 great-
grandchildren, and more than 27 great-great-grandchildren. Now, at 100 
years old, she enjoys the well-earned luxury of being cared for by 
those she once nurtured, surrounded by the love and appreciation of her 
family and community. Her life stands as a testament to unwavering 
faith, generosity, and dedication to helping others.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join me in celebrating this 
remarkable milestone.

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