site logo

Offering the Best in Funeral Service

Our Locations
obit-thumbnail

Linda Gail Jones

Date of Death: June 20, 2011

Linda Gail Hoover Jones, 56, of Winchester, Virginia, died Monday, June 20, 2011 and sister, Patricia Ann Hoover Benner, 58, of Winchester, Virginia, died Tuesday, June 21, 2011, both in Winchester Medical Center.

Linda was born in 1955, in Winchester and Patricia was born in 1954, in Winchester the daughters of Victor Emerson and Helen June Hoover of Winchester, Virginia.

Mrs. Jones was the owner operator of Linda’s House Cleaning Service for many years.

Surviving is her son, Donald “Donnie” F. Mercier, Jr. of Winchester; her grandson, Ethan Conner Mercier; two brothers, Richard Hoover and his wife, Wie, of Culpeper and Dana Hoover and his wife, Ruth, of Stephens City. Her sister, Patricia A. Benner, passed away a few hours later.

Mrs. Benner was a florist arranger with Webbers Florist in Winchester.

Surviving is her daughter, Melissa “Missy” Hernandez of Winchester; three grandchildren, Alexus McNorton, Alex McNorton and Aaron Hernandez, and her brothers, Richard Hoover and Dana Hoover. Her sister, Linda G. Jones, preceded her in death.

A funeral service for Patricia and Linda will be conducted at 2:00 PM on Friday at Omps Funeral Home, South Chapel, with Pastor Mark Kennerly officiating. Interment will be in Shenandoah Memorial Park, Frederick County, Virginia.

The family will receive friends on Thursday evening from 6:00-8:00 PM at Omps Funeral Home, South Chapel.

Please view obituaries and tribute wall at www.ompsfuneralhome.com.

Light a candle Light a candle
Light a Candle

Linda Gail Hoover Jones, 56, of Winchester, Virginia, died Monday, June 20, 2011 and sister, Patricia Ann Hoover Benner, 58, of Winchester, Virginia, died Tuesday, June 21, 2011, both in Winchester Medical Center. Linda was born in 1955, in Winchester and Patricia was born in 1954, in Winchester the daughters of Victor Emerson and HelenContinue Reading

See Condolences
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
Linda was a spirited lady, who loved life, had a wonderful sense of humor, was generous and kind, and adored her son, Donnie. Everyone should take sustenance from the fact that Linda is now in a better place, free of worldly suffering, her body no longer wracked with pain, and she is smiling. We thank God for having created Linda, and holding her close now in His loving eternal embrace.
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
I remember spending the night at the house every summer and her teaching me how to do my hair just the way that she did!! Also doing our make-up and just having girl talk. She was great!!! I love her and miss her so much!
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
Linda always treated me like a daughter. She and Donnie shared a special mother/son relationship that was the strongest I have ever seen....they were best friends, most importantly. Linda was beautiful both inside and out and I know she is looking down from heaven watching over Donnie and feeling very proud b/c he is her pride and joy. She was an extremely strong woman and passed that gene to her son. Rest in Peace Linda and say hi to mom for me. You will be missed by many.
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
Linda was an awesome lady! She was so funny, and was always someone you could trust with anything. If you ever needed someone to talk to, to get an honest opinion of a situation, or needed trusted advice, she was the one to talk to. I will always remember how she got me out of trouble, (along with my aunt), when i wouldnt eat my vegetables at Thanksgiving, or Christmas dinner. They always made them disappear for me. :) She will be missed by many. The bond she had with her son, is one that most only dream of! Love you donnie!!
Bob Maher left a message on July 24, 2011:
Linda was a spirited lady, who loved life, had a wonderful sense of humor, was generous and kind, and adored her son, Donnie. Everyone should take sustenance from the fact that Linda is now in a better place, free of worldly suffering, her body no longer wracked with pain, and she is smiling. We thank God for having created Linda, and holding her close now in His loving eternal embrace.
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Chrissy Barger left a message on July 25, 2011:
I remember spending the night at the house every summer and her teaching me how to do my hair just the way that she did!! Also doing our make-up and just having girl talk. She was great!!! I love her and miss her so much!
Stacy Dixon left a message on July 26, 2011:
Linda always treated me like a daughter. She and Donnie shared a special mother/son relationship that was the strongest I have ever seen....they were best friends, most importantly. Linda was beautiful both inside and out and I know she is looking down from heaven watching over Donnie and feeling very proud b/c he is her pride and joy. She was an extremely strong woman and passed that gene to her son. Rest in Peace Linda and say hi to mom for me. You will be missed by many.
Kristi Spaid left a message on July 28, 2011:
Linda was an awesome lady! She was so funny, and was always someone you could trust with anything. If you ever needed someone to talk to, to get an honest opinion of a situation, or needed trusted advice, she was the one to talk to. I will always remember how she got me out of trouble, (along with my aunt), when i wouldnt eat my vegetables at Thanksgiving, or Christmas dinner. They always made them disappear for me. :) She will be missed by many. The bond she had with her son, is one that most only dream of! Love you donnie!!
Omps Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
Show More