James loved worshiping God, loved his family and grandchildren, fishing, hoeing vegetables in his garden (when he was able) and singing to the top of his lungs, southern gospel music, and helping his sons fix cars and motorcycles (Mechanic).
He is survived by his wife, Jean Jones; sons, Mike Jones (Sara), Steve Jones (Karen) and Tony Jones; daughter-in-law, Tammy Jones (Terry- deceased); sisters, Katheleen Dilbeck, Shelby Patterson (Bill), and Betty Chastain (Bob); 7 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.
James was preceded in death by his parents, George and Effie Jones; son, Terry Jones.
In lieu of flowers (if preferred) contributions can be made to Morning View Baptist Church "Building Fund”.
A Visitation for James will be held Tuesday, August 30, 2022 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, followed by a Funeral Service at 2:00 PM. Interment to follow at Pine Ridge Memorial Park, next to Winkenhofer Funeral Home.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.winkenhoferpineridgefuneralhome.com for the Jones family.