Mrs. Nancy Jane Jones Demery of 2736 West Dew Road, Rowland, was born May 2, 1942, to the late Rosie and Linwood "Deacon" Jones. She entered into her heavenly home on Thursday, February 5, 2026, marking her journey of 83 years. She is preceded in death by her parents, a sister Julice J. Clark and brother Larry Jones and Robert Jones. 

She is survived by her husband of 65 years, Mr. Jessie Demery of the home, four sons: Allen Demery (Cheryl) of Maxton, Greg Demery (JoAnn) of Fairmont, Anthony Demery (Janet), Dewain Demery (Renee) all of Rowland; three sisters Joyce J. Cummings, Janice J. Oxendine of Rowland, Rosemary J. Chavis of Lumberton; one brother Lenard (Bay) Jones of Lumberton; her grandchildren: Jr., Kayla, Miranda, Candace, Brittany, Seth, Ashton, Jenna, Ariana, Josh; sixteen great-grandchildren, her precious cat (Little Gal), and a host of other family and friends. 

A special thanks to Glenflora (Michelle Barton and Sandra Locklear) and Liberty Homecare and Hospice (Shonda Parker and Sakesta Pulley) for always being there to help. For your genuine love and compassion shown to mama during these past few months and weeks. You were a blessing to our family. You will forever hold a special place in our hearts.