August 19, 2020
Jody Lorraine Clayton Jones, passed peacefully, at her home, on Saturday, August 15th, at the
age of 60. She was born in Massachusetts on May 18 1960, to George and Marjorie Clayton and in time, with her parents and siblings moved to Smithville, Tn. Jody met and married Danny Bond and with whom she bore two sons, Nicholas Luther Bond and Jacob Daniel Bond. Jody was an adventurous person that loved to view nature in its element, she loved the mountains of TN, especially Rock Island. She loved spending time with family and especially her grandchildren, watching them play at the playground while hearing about their school and life adventures. Jody believed in extending kindness to all life forms, especially animals. She held an extra-tender spot for all of God’s creatures, which she would openly take in lost animals that needed a home and would care for
them so lovingly. Jody was a devoted mother and adored her sons Nick and Jake Bond, and held fond memories of their childhood which she would often share funny stories with her sons, their wives, and her grandchildren . Jody was a fighter in all aspects of her life. She fought through a Stage 4 Esophageal cancer diagnosis, fell into remission, and knew in her heart that it had returned. She continued to fight until the day she took her last breath. Jody is survived by her two sons Nick and Jake Bond, with their respective wives Lizbette and Trista. In addition she leaves four grandchildren that motivated and kept her pushing to live on. Jody adored her grandchildren and loved receiving photos and hearing stories about their lives. In addition, Jody leaves behind two brothers and two sisters, with a host of nieces and nephews, and friends. Jody would like to be remembered for her spirit to live and her heart filled with happiness when surrounded by those she loved. She will always be in our hearts. We love you mom, grandma Jody, and now, our own personal angel. May you rest in peace always. The family has honored Jody’s request to be cremated and Celebration of life will be announced later.