JONES, Oswald, Rev (1884-1964)
Assembly memorial minute 1965
Born August 28th, 1884, at Liverpool, England.
Died in Tasmania November 3rd, 1964.
Undertook Home Mission work prior to his entering the Theological Hall. Completed his Theological Course in 1915. Ordained at Wedderburn March 18th, 1916.
Other Charges - Cressy July 17th, 1922, St. John’s, Hobart September, 1928. Fingal (Tas.) July 24th, 1930.
He resigned from the active ministry on October 31st, 1957.
Mr. Jones, with his inherent Welsh gifts, was an eloquent and moving preacher. With this he combined a warm-hearted pastoral ministry to his people, sharing with them in all the concerns of their lives, that will make him long remembered by all who knew him.
The Assembly give thanks to God for a faithful minister of the Gospel who earned a permanent place in the affections of the fathers and brethren.
He is survived by Mrs. Jones to whom the Assembly convey their sympathy.
Gender
- Male