Terry was born on Oct 6th, 1947 in Indianapolis, Indiana to Eugene Jones and Emma Jones. His family moved to California in 1959. He served in the Navy from 1968 to 1975. After finishing his service he worked in Industrial Manufacturing for 25 year before retiring in Chula Vista. On September 27th, 1968, he married Cheryl L Jones. They raised 8 children together, including their daughter Christina Jones, nieces and nephews Brandon, Jenny, Westley, and Holly Hoover, and three grandchildren Alexis, Cameron, and Kayla Jones.
Terry had a diverse set of passions and enjoyed everything from technology, to nature and the outdoors. He loved sci fi movies, computers, and was an outdoorsman who was passionate about hunting, fishing, and camping. He was also an avid reader and was well informed on a wide variety of topics. Often engaging people in any interest he found he shared with them and introducing them to new interests he thought they’d love. Terry loved music and was big fan of The Oakridge boys. He had a great sense of humor and an unforgettable infectious laugh. He was a kind and considerate man who was loved by everyone who knew him.
Terry was preceded in death by his father Eugene, his mother Emma, and his daughter Christina Jones. He is survived by his wife Cheryl, his nephew Brandon, niece Jenny, nephew Westley, niece Holly, granddaughter Alexis, grandson Cameron, and granddaughter Kayla.
The Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, October 26th at 8:30am.
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