Celebrating the Life of Shrilla Jones
February 26, 1953 – October 4, 2026

Shrilla Jones was born on February 26, 1953, in Twinsburg, Ohio, to Ora Lee Harris and Clinton Jones. The youngest of six daughters, she grew up alongside her sisters, Pearlie Mae Ward, Irene Greene, Belvia Gurley, Margret Brown, and Charlotte Foster. Her sisters Irene and Belvia preceded her in death.

Born and raised in Twinsburg, Shrilla built a life rooted in family, faith, hard work, and service. Her employment included Republic Steel, LTV Steel, ArcelorMittal, Cleveland-Cliffs, Oakwood Village Retirement Community, and REM Ohio.

Shrilla volunteered many years with Head Start alongside Margret Brown and Ora Nell Harris. Through her love of arts and crafts, she shared her creativity with children, giving generously of her time, talents, and love.

She was an active member of Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church, where her current pastor, Pastor Davion Arnold, affectionately called her his “Tambourine Lady.” She served in the Mission Ministry, sang in the choir, and volunteered with Vacation Bible School and the annual Trunk or Treat. Shrilla offered her time, talents, and treasures as instructed by the Lord, sharing her faith through service to others.

Shrilla was previously married to Orlando Wise and David Evans. On September 23, 1973, Shrilla and the late Clifford Williams welcomed her only child, Monica. In 2005, mother and daughter founded Aliyah’s Treasures, where they sold handmade candles, body products, floral arrangements, cakes, and candies. Together, they turned their creativity into a shared endeavor that reflected Shrilla’s love for crafting and creating.

Her family grew to include her grandchildren, Devoron-Erique’ W Jones, Lorenza Devonne Pearson, Aliyah Marie Pearson, Briana Michelle Pearson, Robert Pearson, Raytwanea Smart, Chantelle Smart, Jamya Smart, Tykeisha Arnold, Nevaeh Arnold, Joseph Davis, Mylee Davis, Kemarion Titus, Israel Titus, Demarius Brown, and J’ream Brown Jennifer Pearson Beeler, Samatha Pearson and Jasmine McCroskey. Her growing family blessed her with Great-grandchildren Javonni, Heiress, Liam, Malyah, Quinton Jr., Natalie, DuShawn, Da’Miyah, Denim, Koen, Malayah, and Tru.

She held a special place in her heart for her granddoggers, Blaze Pearson, Ash Pearson, and Baby Cakes Pearson (deceased), and her grandkitten, TinkerBell Jones.

Shrilla entered eternal rest on October 4, 2026, at the age of 73. She leaves to cherish her memory her daughter, Monica; her grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren; her sisters, Pearlie Mae Ward, Margret Brown, and Charlotte Foster; and extended family, friends, and her Mt. Olive church family.

Shrilla’s legacy lives on in the family she loved, the children she encouraged, and the church she served with a willing heart. Whether lifting her voice in the choir, shaking her tambourine in praise, or creating something beautiful with her hands, she shared the gifts God placed within her. Her time, talents, and treasures became expressions of love that her family and community will carry forward. Though her presence will be deeply missed, the memories she leaves behind will bring comfort, her faith will offer encouragement, and her love will remain woven into the lives of those who knew her.