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Myron Jones Obituary
Myron Jones, broadcast pioneer, age 92, passed away on Thursday, June 28, 2018 at St. Vincent Hospital. He was born in Youngstown, Ohio on November 27, 1925, a son of the late Isaac and Wilhelmena (Reinhardt) Jones.
Myron was the retired president, chairman and CEO of the WJET Broadcasting Company – and a legend in local broadcasting. He owned WJET radio and WJET-TV in Erie, radio stations in Youngstown and Pittsburgh, and, briefly, a television station in San Antonio. He has won numerous broadcasting awards and recognitions for his success and positive impact on the communities he has served. His influence was especially felt while serving on the boards of Gannon University, Mercyhurst University, and Penn State Behrend.
Jones played a dominant role in broadcast talent development in Erie and beyond. Many successful broadcasters and business executives had received their initial training at Jones' stations. His life and career have been a model of ethics in business to employees, friends, clients, competitors, and the general public. He was a consummate gentleman, a professional and a humble man. He has often been referred to as "the nice guy who finished first."
In addition to his parents, Myron was preceded in death by his first wife Kathryn (Pfadt) Jones, his brother Lawrence "Larry" Jones and a sister-in-law Patricia Mohr.
Survivors include his beloved wife Marlene (Sullivan) Jones, his stepdaughters, Atty. Claudette Miller of Chicago and Kathleen "Katii" Mele of Chicago; his step-grandchildren, Violet Mele and Dante Mele, both of Chicago; a brother-in-law, Thomas P. Sullivan, wife Charlene of Williamsburg, Va., and a sister-in-law, Brenda Ackerman, husband Don of Erie.
Friends are invited to call on Monday from 3 to 7 p.m., at the Brugger Funeral Homes & Crematory, 1595 West 38th Street at Greengarden Blvd. Services will be held there on Tuesday at 9:15 a.m., followed by a funeral mass at 10 a.m., at St. Jude the Apostle Church, Msgr. Thomas J. McSweeney as main celebrant. Burial will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Condolences may be expressed at www.bruggerfuneralhomes.com
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Departments of Communication at any of the academic institutions mentioned above would be profoundly appreciated.
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Patty Kennedy Hanes
June 24, 2019
We will all remember Myron as one of the nicest, smartest men who was always a gentleman and a scholar. One of the true great men!
Megan Switzer
July 18, 2018
I feel very fortunate to have had the chance to speak with my Godfather, Myron Jones & his wife this past year. -Very saddened to learn of his passing. He's had an important and positive impact on me and so many people in my life today... It's the exponential good that resulted from Myron being Myron. I thank him and know how missed he will be. My condolences to his wife and family.
Love,
Megan Switzer
Joe Downing (Mike Downs)
July 3, 2018
Soft-spoken with quiet dignity. I have referred to you many times as the definition of one who leads with passion and grace. I am honored to have worked with Myron at WJET radio.
Joyce Chido
July 3, 2018
A lovely man, a true gentleman. The world is a sadder place today.
Marcia Rinehart-Glosick
July 3, 2018
Dear Myron, What a wonderful life you have led. You were my Dad's favorite cousin. Love and comfort to Marlene. Marcia Rinehart-Glosick
Mary Christine Walker
July 3, 2018
Marlene, So sorry to hear about the death of your beloved husband. Though I did not know him well, I am struck by the beautiful words his friends and former employees spoke.
I am sorry I won't be able to pay my condolences in person. With deepest sympathy,.
PAMELA FORSYTH
July 2, 2018
My deepest sympathy, Myron was truly one of the kindest men I ever knew.
Robert Lyle
July 2, 2018
I felt very fortunate and humbled by Myron when he needed to hire an electrician. I got to know him after several visits to his home, and found we had a common interest in old radios and shortwave. I will never forget our interesting conversations and his vast knowledge of technological subjects. Always kind and a gentleman, I am quite certain he will be sadly missed by anyone who had the privilege of knowing him, especially me. My heartfelt condolences to Marlene and his family, and until we meet again, farewell my friend. God Bless.
Katy Mizikowski
July 2, 2018
The world has lost a true gentleman. Myron was one of the kindest people I have had the pleasure to know. His belief in what we do and his encouragement of others to believe in us too will never be forgotten. It is an honor to have spent time with him. Our condolences to Marlene and your family and friends.
I took this photo at the St. Jude's car show on June 28, 2016.
Judy Emling
July 2, 2018
My deepest sympathy to Marlene and family. Myron was a gentle man and a gentleman.
Sincerely,
Judy
patty kennedy hanes
July 1, 2018
Myron was one of the nicest guys i ever met, and was a joy to work for. He treated every employee with respect and consideration. He treated everyone he met with the same respect and consideration. Myron was a once-in-a-lifetime wonderful guy. He will be missed but never forgotten!
Gloria Metzgar
July 1, 2018
So sorry to hear of Myron passing. Please extend condolences to your family. He was a respected and well liked member of our community and will be missed. We will not be able to give our sympathy in person. We are away for week with our family in N J. Sincere prayers go out to u m your family. Carney n Gloria Metzgar
Rick Rambaldo
June 30, 2018
Myron Jones was the rarest of the rare. Smart, considerate, visionary, generous and successful. Erie and the planet is a much better place because of his time here. Myron, I was humbled by your friendship.
Marlene and family, I am so sorry for your loss.
Gary Spurgeon
June 30, 2018
Myron hired me for my first radio job! I will forever be grateful! He was a true gentleman, friend and great radio operator. He will be missed! A true LEGEND!
Jim Merrill
June 30, 2018
RIP Myron, EVERYONE listened to ONE radio station in Erie in the 1950's and 1960's. It was 1400 WJET. Thanks Myron.
June 30, 2018
Myron was a great Brother-in-Law that always had time to listen and talk to you about about the good things are in life. This is how he led his life. We will miss him deeply.
Don Ackerman
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