Linka M. Jones, passed away peacefully on July 26, 2023, surrounded by family. Beloved wife of 55 years to Roger A. Jones.  Loving Mother of Kimberly Jones, Mark Jones, and Mary Jo Marchetta, née Jones; cherished Nana to Christina Jones, Daniel Jones, Jonathan Jones, and Michaelene Marchetta; sister of the late Paul Kirst; fond aunt, cousin, and friend of many. Celebration of Life service on Wednesday, August 2, 2023, at Messiah Lutheran Church, 1605 Vernon Avenue, Park Ridge, Illinois 60068. Visitation between 9am -10am. Celebration of Life service immediately following. Interment private. In lieu of flowers,  memorial donations may be made to "Monday Meals" at www.messiahparkridge.org (Please select contributions, choose other, and  specify "Monday Meals").  Arrangements by Cooney Funeral Home 847-685-1002 www.cooneyfuneralhome.com