Eddie Jones, 81, of Austin passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on September 26th. He was born to Angus and Nelda Jones on November 11th, 1933 in Groesbeck, TX. Eddie was raised in Groesbeck with his brother Robert “Butch” Jones. Eddie excelled in athletics, and graduated as the Class of 1951’s “Most Popular”. He attended both Texas A&M and The University of Texas at Austin, and was a lifelong Longhorns fan. He spent his career as a Fire & Safety Inspector for the Texas department of Health.
Eddie spent his life raising six children and helping countless others through his dedication to the Delwood Northeast Optimist Club and to the Ben Hur Shrine Clowns as “Cuz the Cop”. After many years of volunteering his time and mentoring young athletes, Eddie was inducted into the Austin Sports Hall of Honor in 2001. He was respected and loved by many as he worked to bring a laugh to everyone whose lives he touched.
Eddie was preceded in death by, wife Jane Jones, wife Sidonia Jones and daughter Deborah Macnamara. He is survived by his brother Robert Jones, sons Ernie and wife Cathy, Chris and wife Pam. He is also survived by daughters Lisa McMillan and husband Scott, Linda Jackson, Lori Baker, and longtime companion Janie Torres Plane. Eddie was greatly loved by many grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Memorial services to celebrate Eddie’s life will be held at Christian Life Church, 4700 West Gate Blvd. Austin, TX on Thursday Oct. 1st. Visitation to begin at 10am followed by a 11am memorial service. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the Ben Hur Shrine, 7811 Rockwood Ln. Austin, TX 78757 or Christian Life Church 4700 Westgate Blvd Austin, TX 78745 or www.clcaustin.com
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