Louis "Lee" Jones

He was born on October 15, 1948, in Decatur, IL, the son of Louis L. and Christena Jones. Lee married Cheryl Mahon on December 8, 1973, and she survives.

Lee was a Vietnam veteran, having served his country proudly in the U.S. Army. His career was in the automotive business for 28 years, 18 of which were with Charlie Sattler Olds-Cadillac, Springfield. He was an avid golfer, and St. Louis Cardinals, Fighting Illini, and Pittsburgh Steelers fan.

He is also survived by two sons, Darren (Courtney) and Justin (Rachael) Jones; three granddaughters, Chloe, Sydney, and Audrey Jones; step-grandsons, Brandon and Dominic Hinman; sister, Cheryl Long; sister-in-law, Joann Strobel; and several nieces and nephews. Lee’s parents and brother, Rick Jones, preceded him in death.

Cremation will be provided by Butler Cremation Tribute Center, prior to services.

Memorial Gathering: Family will receive friends from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Monday, August 11, 2025, at Butler Funeral Home – Springfield, 900 S. Sixth St., Springfield.

A private family Graveside Ceremony will be held at a later date at Camp Butler National Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to: Interveterans Burial Detail of Sangamon County.

The family is being served by Butler Funeral Home – Springfield, 900 S. Sixth St., Springfield.