Nolan Jones Jr.

About

Springfield High School

Nolan Jones Obituary

NOLAN B. JONES JR., 66 ROSCOE - Nolan B. Jones Jr. 66, passed away Thursday, Nov. 15, 2012, in Roscoe, from heart failure. He was born Jan. 3, 1946, in Fulton, Mo., the son of the late Nolan B. and Juanita (Gentry) Jones Sr. Nolan attended Springfield High School and Lincoln Land Community College. He served our country in the U.S. Air Force and is a veteran of the Vietnam War. He retired from the Illinois Department of Transportation. He liked living in the small community of Roscoe where he frequented the fitness center, the local library and enjoyed the bike path near his home. Nolan was a pleasure to be with and was the most loving husband, father, grandfather and brother anyone could hope for. He was happiest in the company of children. He and his wife of 39 years had a wonderful life together and loved working in their garden and on the home they helped to remodel themselves. He was proudest of his sons and for their chosen professions. He is survived by his wife, Carolyn "Susie" Jones of Roscoe; sons, Woody (Kristin) Jones of Romeoville and Gus (Aleta) Jones of Staten Island, N.Y.; granddaughters, Olivia, Morgan and Delilah of Romeoville; sisters, Toni (Steve) Ryan of Beloit, Wis., Jane (Hank) Lamb of Rockford and Polly (Don) Edwards of Springfield; father and mother-in-law, Carrol and Doris Woods of Springfield; sisters-in-law, Marilyn (Hugh) Harris and Mindy Woods of Springfield; brothers-in-law, Mark Woods and Todd Woods of Springfield and Jeff (Karen) Woods of Williamsville; and numerous nieces and nephews in central and northern Illinois. The family would like to thank the numerous friends and relatives that were so meaningful to Nolan in his lifetime. It is with their love and support that his family will endure his unexpected passing. A celebration of his life at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 20, at Honquest Family Funeral Home, 11342 Main St., Roscoe. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the family for a fund to be established. To express condolences, visit honquestfh.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Rockford Register Star from Nov. 18 to Nov. 19, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Nolan Jones

8 Entries

Ed Walsh

November 20, 2012

Sorry to hear of Nolan's passing. I went to SHS with Nolan. He was a good guy and fun to be around.

Amy Newton

November 19, 2012

I know Nolan as my Uncle Hubba. He has made an impact on so many lives. His smile and gentle kindness will be missed. Thank you Uncle Nolan for being there for me and my family through the good times and the rought times. Love you so! Amy

Patricia Lamb

November 19, 2012

I would like to wish all the family of Nolan Jones Love and Prayers through this trying times. May God be with you all.

Jane Lamb

November 19, 2012

I am going to miss my brother it is funny how you remember the craziest things, like him having to wear a stocking cap in the summer because he picked up ring worm somewhere or how he never called me by name I was always sis.he was such a great brother and uncle he always took time for everyone ,always ready with a hug I thank God for the wonderful brother I had.

Edward Giangrosso

November 19, 2012

I knew Nolan as Woody's dad. When I was young Woody and I played little league together. I remember having a tough day in the outfield. Nolan walked along the outfield fence while I was in rightfield and lent me some kind words and gentle encouragemnet that my error wasn't as big deal and that everything would be OK. That meant a lot to me and I still remember that. Everytime I met Nolan as an adult either at his house in Roscoe or at his son's house in Romeoville he was very nice, thoughtful, and a pleasure to be around. My deepest thoughts go out to everyone who is effected by his loss.

Tasha Tropp

November 18, 2012

ill miss you mr. jones ?

"T" Walker

November 18, 2012

I met Nolan for the first time on Thursday, at the Fitness Zone in South Beloit. Nolan walked in and greeted me, a complete stranger, by saying, "Hello, how are you today? Nice to see you here!" After exchanging pleasantries, I was surprised and humbled by his sincerity and kindness. His smile was genuine and he left me with the impression that he truly was concerned about me with his random acts of kindness, including waving goodbye with that huge smile that left me knowing that I just met a very nice man. As he waved goodbye and I pulled away in my car, I was disappointed in myself that I didn't introduce myself to him, but rationalized I would do so the next time I saw him. Sadly, I won't get that chance. They say the true character of a man is displayed when no one is looking. I probably was the last person to see Nolan and I want the family to know his last hour or so was filled with a happiness, genuiness, and concern for others! May God Bless Nolan and his family!

phyllis murphy

November 18, 2012

phyllis murphy..Nolan's parents were dearest friends of my husband bob murphy and me phyllis murphy. we socialized a lot with Nolan Jr.'s mom and dad in springfield..my husband worked with Nolan Sr.. they were two of the finest couple I remember from Springfield, IL..I see both parents in the handsome photo. Condolences and blessings in your great loss.

Showing 1 - 8 of 8 results