Oliver was born on March 5, 1938 in Dixie, MO the son of Delbert C. and Julia (Smart) Jones who preceded him in death. He was united in marriage on February 27, 1960, in Millersburg, MO to Alda Amanda Atterberry. He was a member and Deacon at Dixie Christian Church. Oliver was a lifelong farmer. He also worked for the United States Post Office in Fulton, MO as the Postal Clerk, where he retired in May of 1998. He was an avid outdoorsman, and enjoyed fishing, gardening, milking the cows and cutting wood. He adored his children and grandchildren and enjoyed spending time with his family.
Survivors include: his wife of 64 years, Alda Jones of the home; three sons, Russell C. Jones (Julie) of Millersburg, MO, Victor C. Jones (Melinda) of New Bloomfield, MO and Dennis C. Jones (Soni) of New Bloomfield, MO; two daughters, Amanda Jones of Jefferson City, MO and Anita Gruber (Wayne) of Millersburg, MO; one brother, Joe Jones of Tebbetts, MO; one sister, Virginia Whyte (Oliver) of Washington, MO and seven grandchildren, Ashley McGrath (Doug), Kameka Stiers, Julia Danielle Schneider, Eryn Jones, Bradley Hoefelman (Katelynn), Lane Huntsman and Hannah Huntsman. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Donna Knernschield.
Visitation will be held on Monday, June 24, 2024 from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm at Debo Funeral Home. Funeral service will follow at 3:00 pm at the funeral home with Pastor Glenn Forman officiating. Burial will be held in Liberty Cemetery near New Bloomfield, MO.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Dixie Christian Church, c/o Debo Funeral Home, 833 Court St, Fulton, MO 65251.
