Ralph E. Jones, Jr., age 66, passed away peacefully at home on February 5th, 2023. Born on February 10, 1956, at Offutt AFB, Nebraska, Ralph was the oldest son of Ralph and Barbara Jones. As an Air Force brat, Ralph lived in several places across the country. Living in Texas, he eventually met the love of his life, Lisa. Together they raised their two sons, William and Paul, in an atmosphere of love and support.
In 1972, Ralph graduated from Burbank High School in San Antonio, TX and worked various mechanic jobs. He soon learned that driving trucks suited him and he became an 18- wheeler owner-operator at age 24. Ralph and Lisa spent several years seeing the country, coast to coast in the moving industry. The traveling life was fun as young married people, but Lisa and Ralph were ready to start a family. About this time, a desk job appealed to Ralph, now a new Dad. He spent many years working in the offices of moving companies.
The turn of the century brought a totally different career. Ralph attended the National Institute of Technology, graduating Cum Laude with a Diploma in Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology. For over 10 years, Ralph worked for Bexar County Information Services as a computer technician. Ralph’s sense of humor made him a favorite to work with and he maintained many friendships from his time at each career.
Ralph’s true passion in life was his family. He was always involved in Little League Baseball, Boy Scouts, and school activities from concerts to football. He taught his boys how to cook, do laundry, change a tire, and reboot a computer. Birthdays weren’t the only parties at the Jones’, as Ralph always loved entertaining family and friends at his home. Ralph enjoyed staying in touch with extended family in North Carolina, by phone or in person. Road trips!
In 2002, Ralph realized a life-long dream of owning a Harley Davidson motorcycle. Ralph loved the wind in his face and the camaraderie among fellow riders. He and Lisa especially enjoyed Springtime rides through Willow City Loop and the Hill Country.
In 2014, Ralph became Papaw, the role of his life. Nothing brought him more smiles than his two granddaughters. He designed and built their own special toy chest in the foyer of the house. They know just where to go at Papaw’s house.
Ralph is survived by Lisa, his wife of 46 years; son William Jones and his wife, Christina; son Paul Jones; parents Ralph and Barbara Jones, granddaughters Chloe and Hailey Jones. Ralph was preceded in death by his brother, CJ Jones.
A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, February 20, 2023 at 1:00 pm at Alamo City Church, 6500 I-35, San Antonio, Texas 78218. Please join us for a reception which will be held, following the service, at Bella on the Vine, 8607 FM 1976, in Converse.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.FunerariaDelAngelRoyAkers.com for the Jones family.
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