Emma Jones, a lacrosse player from Lebanon Valley College, passed away from an unexpected health complication in November 2025.
She was known for her sarcastic humor, infectious laugh, and the warmth she brought to everyone she encountered.
Emma Jones was a remarkable young woman whose vibrant presence left a lasting mark on everyone she knew.
She graduated from Governor Mifflin Senior High School and continued playing lacrosse at Lebanon Valley College, where her true character shone brightly.
She was the definition of a perfect teammate and shared an unbreakable bond with her friends, Brooke and Fetty, while living at their Cherry Street apartment. They were known as the three musketeers.
Emma’s energy was unmatched and left an impact that will stay forever.
She had a special gift for making life feel bigger, louder, and more fun. She encouraged those around her to strive for better and never let them forget their own worth.
Emma Jones, I am so beyond blessed to have shared a part of my life with you. Every single memory I have with you truly makes me smile. Spending literally countless days and nights together, doing the most ridiculous things, and somehow always having the best times. Those are moments I will cherish forever.
Kylie Sassaman
Lebanon Valley College Lacrosse Player Emma Jones’ death
Emma Jones was a beloved daughter, sister, friend, and dedicated athlete who passed away in November 2025.
She died due to an unexpected health complication, leaving a void where her vibrant spirit once shone.
Emma’s mother, Becky Jones, raised her alongside her sister, Molly Olivia.
She was the kind of person whose presence made life feel lighter. She had a way of filling any space with joy, whether through her infectious laugh, her sarcastic humor, or the profound softness she reserved for the people she loved.
It breaks my heart to share that my sister, Emma Jones, has passed on to the next life. This loss was incredibly sudden and unexpected, and our family is still in complete shock as we face this new reality. We are beyond heartbroken.
Molly Olivia
During this time, we ask that you keep our family in your prayers. Your love and support mean more than you know.
Emma brought color to ordinary days and possessed a rare gift for making everyone around her feel seen, heard, and valued.
As a lacrosse player for Lebanon Valley College, she brought the same passion and camaraderie to the field.
She was a teammate in the truest sense, and her absence will be deeply felt by her fellow players, coaches, and the entire college community.
You can’t put into words the kind of person Emma was. I always looked up to her ever since I was a little girl and I wish I would’ve told her that. Life is so short. Hug your loved ones and tell everyone just how much they mean to you🤍🤍
Greta Bender
A GoFundMe fundraiser has been established to help Emma’s family cover medical bills, final expenses, and a memorial service that truly reflects her beautiful life and the immense love she shared with others.
In this moment of unimaginable grief, any donation, no matter the size, will help lift a tremendous burden from the Jones family when everything already feels so heavy.
The Jones family will soon announce a memorial service to celebrate the life of Emma. Her memory will forever be a blessing to all who were fortunate enough to know her.
Rest In Peace, Emma Jones.
