Ronald A. Jones

Ronald Jones Obituary

RONALD A.
JONES, 67
Deloitte and Touche

MIAMI - Ronald A. Jones, a resident of Pinecrest (Miami), FL passed away on January 8, 2008 after a long, hard-fought battle with cancer.
He is survived by his wife of 46 long, loving, magnificent years, Brenda Robison Jones, his two children, Scott Jones (Meg) and Brooke Knapp (Clark), four beautiful grandchildren, Courtney, Chelsea, Sloane and Reese, and his brother and sister, Guerry Jones and Karen Jones.
Ron is a native of Lakeland, FL. He was known in high-school as "Hoops" and was the starting point guard of the state champion 1957 Lakeland Dreadnaught basketball team. Ron was a self-made success story simultaneously putting himself through college, working, and raising a young family. At the age of 62, he retired as a Partner with Deloitte and Touche where he enjoyed a 35-year long career ... a career and a firm that he loved, and that loved him back. He loved his work so much that he stayed on as a consultant for Deloitte after retirement and worked as much as he could to the very end. Ron loved to read, watch Gator football, do crossword puzzles, listen to rock music, drink good wine, and play golf with his lifelong friends (of which he had many). He was a fearsome Trivial Pursuit player who, once he got his turn, it was all but certain that no one else would get a turn, as he didn't miss. If there was one word most often used to describe Ron by anyone who knew him it was "selfless". His unconditionally loving spirit will be missed greatly, but he leaves his family strong and determined to love and support one another.
Services will be held Friday, January 11, at 1:00 p.m. at Saint David's Episcopal Church, 145 East Edgewood Drive, Lakeland, Florida 33803 (Phone: 863-686-4143), followed by a "Celebration of a Life Well-Lived" at the home of his brother, Guerry. In lieu of flowers, those who wish can make a contribution to the Ronald A. Jones Children's Memorial Fund, the proceeds of which will go to St. Jude's Children's Research Fund.

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Published by The Ledger on Jan. 10, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Ronald Jones

12 Entries

Karen McCammon

January 27, 2008

Brenda, I just returned from a trip to read that Ronnie had passed away. I did not know he was ill. I am so very, very sorry for your loss. You will be kept close by in prayer,
With love,

J. Ferrin Hicks

January 26, 2008

Dear Brenda,
I am so sorry for your loss and I know that God will hold your hand and heart to keep you in good spirits. If I can help you in any way please feel free to call.
I am sorryI didn't get this note to you sooner but I didn't know what had happened.

I love you very much, and pray for you and your family everydayl

May God give you the peace and love you need during this sad time.

Ferrin Hicks

Iris Fraser Boyles

January 13, 2008

Was sorry to hear about Ronnie's passing. He was the grandson of my Great Aunt Lilley Jones (Clara Gambel Burnett's sister) We all loved his father Raymond and as time puts distance between people it does not stop family from being important. Just wanted you to know we still consider you all an important part of our family.

Don and Terry Combee

January 11, 2008

Ronnie was terrific in sports, school, life, and with family. We will all miss him.

Dick Sargent

January 10, 2008

Guerry & Family - so sorry to hear of Ronnie passing - you may not remember us, but Fritz and I sure do remember the Jones family as we were growing up across the street from you and Ronnie - what great times we had playing ball together. Our prayers and sympathies are with you, Brenda and the family.

David H. Jones, (Jr.)

January 10, 2008

I am sorry to hear of Ron's passing. His dad, Raymond and my dad were brothers. I have good memories of childhood playtimes and later school years. Although we have left the state after retirement to SC mountains, our son is still in Lakeland and daughter in Orlando area. Prayers go out to all.

Sonja Ehrenreich

January 10, 2008

Dear Brenda and family,

I was so sorry to hear of your beloved husband's death. You have been in my thoughts all day today. I know that the memories you have will help you through the difficult days ahead. May God bless you and your family today and always. Love, Sonja Ehrenreich

Jerry Davis

January 10, 2008

Brenda and Family:

Sorry to hear about Ron. He was one of the most respected people that I had the pleasure to be acquainted with in high school and one of the best at all the things he did. His accomplishments are well noted and I know that he will be sorely missed. I pray that God will give you all comfort at this trying time.

Steve Fischer

January 10, 2008

Ron was the first partner I worked for with D&T. He was a wonderful man who took great care of me and the other people on our team - "selfless" as his story said. He was a wonderful partner and a great leader in our Firm and touched many people. He will be missed.

John Nertney

January 10, 2008

I owe much of my personal and professional success to the legacy that Ron Jones helped build in the Tampa office of Deloitte. May the Jones family find peace in knowing that Ron's was a life well lived.

Carol Ervin

January 10, 2008

We are so sorry to learn of the passing of this wonderful man. He
will be truly missed by all his family, friends and acquaintances. You will remain in our thoughts and prayers.

Alan Lonbom

January 10, 2008

Dear Brenda & family,

I was so sorry to hear the news. Ron was one of the finest people and partners that I have had the privilege to know. He was respected by everyone that he came into contact with. I am sorry that I will not be able to attend the funeral, but Jennifer and my prayers and best wishes will be with you.

Sincerely,

Alan Lonbom

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