Thinking of Mr and Mrs Jones today.  They were dear friends of our family.  Mr. Jones was my dad's best friend from 1938 till 2021.  Mr Jones was known as "Boots" and my dad was "Shorty".  They grew up "poo" in Blythe, GA - but they worked hard to make something of themselves.  My dad did marriage counseling in the 50's that involved driving Mr & Mrs Jones around until they got to the bottom of their disagreement while courting - Mrs Jones wanted to get out and my dad wouldn't stop the car until they worked it out:)  Throughout the  years they kept in touch frequently - they could always make each other chuckle no mater what was going on.  Mr & Mrs Jones were there for me and my family as my career in the Air Force brought us through Little Rock AFB on multiple occasions.  It was good for my early marriage to see Mr Jones refer to "Mrs Jones" respectfully - always putting her first.  The Joneses were there for my dad when we lost mom in 2017.  Mr Jones was there for my dad as he fought lung cancer in 2021.  He "loved, loved, loved" Mrs Jones and he loved my family.  Mr Jones will be missed, but I know he's home with the Lord - we will see him again one day!

Dear Brad, Rick, and Jill,

I’m so sorry for your loss. Your dad was such a wonderful person. He was always kind and loving. I’m certain you all have some beautiful memories of him to treasure and keep close to your hearts. Just thinking of him brings a smile to my face. May the love you shared bring you comfort and peace.❤️

Sincerely, 

Debi (Howell) Schwarz

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Sandra (Cantrell) Jones

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Jill Windsor

Also left to cherish his memory are nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren, who affectionately knew him as “Pops.”

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James Brandon Jones

March 26, 1930 – August 28, 2022

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