Jacquelyn "Sue" Clark-Jones

Jacquelyn Sue Clark-Jones was born October 22, 1953, in Dallas, Texas to Jack and Carlene (Patterson) Colquitt. Known as Sue to all, she fondly remembered her childhood during which she made friends that lasted a lifetime. But she had no better friends than her brother James and sister Carla. 

She married Lawrence (Larry) Jones from Butte, Montana in 1992. They lived in Dallas, Houston, and Sacramento, before settling in 1996 in Helena, Montana. Together they ran marathons, rafted the Colorado River, traveled the globe, and lived life to the fullest. After Larry died in 2015 Sue moved to Arlington, Texas to be with family. 

Her nieces and nephews were her great joy. Time spent sharing holidays and life events, ball games, and even simply picking up the youngest from daycare were cause for celebration.  

Sue had a multi-faceted career with one common theme: assisting others. Starting as a secretary in Dallas she retired from Montana state government as a member coordinator for the Made in Montana program. In between she worked for Trammell Crow, the Meadows Foundation, Mountain Pacific Healthcare and the Association of Film Commissioners International making friends around the world. Her skills as a Certified Meeting Planner were unparalleled. Whether planning events at Super Bowl games, attending film festivals, or arranging conferences across the globe, Sue made the experience memorable for all. After moving back to Texas, she received her Cosmetology Degree with the goal of providing hair care to residents of nursing homes.  

Known for her beautiful smile, infectious laughter, and enthusiasm for life, Sue took delight in meeting friends and strangers alike. In 2019 she joined the Texas Rangers Women’s Club. Baseball fans entering through the Texas Live gate for games will remember her not only for her red hair but also for her pure delight in welcoming them and handing out everything from player bobbleheads to rally towels. As part of the group, she participated in projects for Habitat for Humanity and Mission Arlington. She also spent time as an American Red Cross Disaster Volunteer. Sue chose to care for others every day of her life.

Music was an integral part of her life leading her to join the Sweet Adelines Helena Xpress Chorus. She also sang with other choruses around the state. She had great fun with her friends and was delighted to participate in regional and international competitions. 

Sue was a committed member of Lake Church in Arlington where she participated in bible studies, WINGS, cheering and praying for the boys’ basketball team, and even helping with the annual Christmas pageant. Sue learned at an early age about God’s love and his promises. As a girl she was active in her local church as well. She sang in the choir, attended Sunday school, participated in mission trips, and played on the softball team. Sue was truly a woman of faith. She touched many hearts and will be sorely missed by her family and friends.

Sue is survived by her brother and sister-in-law, James and Carolyn Colquitt, nephew Brice and his wife Brooke Burns, nieces Katie Smith and Jamie Williams, brother-in-law Ken Burns, grand-nieces and nephews, Brylee, Nolan, Brody, and Brenna Burns, Connor and Cooper Smith, and Gwenyth and Keevi Williams. 

She was preceded in death by her husband, Larry Jones, parents, Jack and Carlene Colquitt and her sister Carla Burns. 

A Texas service celebrating Sue’s life will be held at Lake Church in Arlington on February 14, 2025 at 10:00 AM. A Montana service will also be held in Helena at a later date. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to the Tarrant, TX County Food Bank or the Helena, MT Food Bank.