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Donald Jones Obituary
In 1985, he married Susan Burns. They resided in Fairless Hills, Pennsylvania, with their two daughters, Meg and Jessica and dog, Toby. Don was employed as a bond broker with Cantor Fitzgerald Securities in New York City. He was a member of St. Frances Cabrini parish.
Don was a huge sports fan. He loved the Dallas Cowboys football team his entire life. He was a big NASCAR fan as well. He loved to play softball with his friends and coach his daughters' basketball teams. He was also active at the local YMCA.
In addition to his wife and children, Don is survived by his parents, Bob and Midge Jones of Fairless Hills, PA, his brother Bob Jones of Jackson, NJ, his sister Candy Moyer of Naperville, IL and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
May God Bless You, Don.
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Soph
September 11, 2023
Today marks 22 years since we lost you. We love and miss you so much.
Carl Denauski
September 11, 2021
I met Don in 1989. He became my bond option broker for the next 9 years. Among the cut-throat world of Wall St, Don was kind, trustworthy and a good friend. I am reminded of his face and smile often. Today, the 20th anniversary of that terrible day, is one of them. God bless you, Don and your family. You and the other 2976 souls left us too early on that day.
Christopher Stroop
September 11, 2021
I think of you and your family often, but especially today. Shortly after 9/11 I found a old Bobby Hull hockey table game we used to play on as kids in the attic. I just can’t part with it. Miss you
Tim Barry
September 10, 2019
We remember you and your Family today, Donny
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Tim Barry
September 10, 2018
Well Jess, I didn't forget your Family today. I will never forget Donny. We had a nice dinner in a light rain here in Maine. We had a dinner guest and ate in the dining room and as always we said grace. Tonight I asked God to Bless Donny and his Family like we have many times over the years.
Kim Hareau
September 6, 2018
I was at the memorial this summer. Mr Jones was the first name that I saw. RIP Donald
Cathy Jones
July 28, 2016
Visited 9/11 memorial for the first time on 6/15/16. Extremely emotional. Ironically, I walked up to the beautiful memorial at ground zero in NYC for the first time with my two children...only to glance down to exact location of the name Donald W. Jones... My last name is Jones. Probably no relation, but a connection for sure. Looked up his memorial on internet when I got home. Prayed for him and for his family. Gone, but not forgotten. I care. I'm with you. Pray for all of you. Cathy Jones. [email protected]
Krista Kochis Looney
September 11, 2015
It's 9/2015 I can't believe 14 years ago this happened!! Very sad day.!! I remember you playing softball with my dad. I wish this day never happened. May you rest in piece....
December 24, 2014
Merry Christmas
Tim Barry
December 4, 2014
I light a candle this evening for The Jones Family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
The Barrys'
B McG
September 12, 2013
I never met Don Jones but I worked with some folks who did back in 2001.
Someone described him as "one of the nicest people on the planet."
Don't worry Don....we will never forget.
July 2, 2013
Donny, You know well the words and feelings that are forever in my heart on this day and always. Until we meet again. Love, Sharon
December 25, 2012
Will never forget! Merry Christmas Donnie!!!!!
October 14, 2012
Midge,
I havent seen you since the early 1990's when i worked at PRSCO( the accounting dept) in Croydon, but you have remained heavily on my mind the last 11 years. I cannot express to you my sadness when I had heard about the loss of your son Donald. I cannot imagine how it must be & feel every 9/11 for you & your entire family. Please know I pray often for you all.
Michele Mich
Diane Everett
November 7, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of your family's loss. I know there are no words to say at this time except to let you know the thoughts of many are with you in this time of sorrow. May our Father give you comfort and peace in the years to come.
Tim Barry
September 10, 2010
To Don's Family:
Today is september 10,2010.nine years ago today was Don's last full day with you.i did not know him,as i live in maine, but i know him by being given a name by my local parish to say a prayer for.Your son Don's name was on the one i got.my wife and two sons each got name.i have said a prayer for him and you every time we said grace at dinner.I have asked god to bless him and you folks many,many times.and i will man more times.as long as there is a god to give thanks to.seeing Don's picture has put a face on the sadness i have felt for many years.may his memory shine on you for the rest of your days,tim barry.Maine USA
September 11, 2009
To Don's Family:
Thinking about Don today and so sorry for your terrible loss. I hope the memories of Don that you carry with you always will continue to give you comfort, and know that he touched a lot of lives during his short time here on earth.
Peggy Deck
PHS Class of '76
Bob Molle
May 3, 2009
It'S been forever since that shociking day but felt I had to relay a message of eternal graditude. I spoke with you Sunday the 9th as we were the last ones left at Manor Elementary after the usual Sunday softball game. Funny thing is, unlike me, not sure if we won or lost - sure we won. You and I were standing ther with my daughter. She told you she was playing field hockey and you gave her a field hockey ball out of the trunk of your car. That was 8 years ago and Casey is now a junior in high school. She came to me this morning with ball in hand. She said she remembered that sunny Sunday in September and wanted me to know how sorry she was that I lost such a good friend.We took an out, you would not have wanted that, I know. We went to church - yeah these bunch of nuts. Don - I still miss and think about you. Hope your Dad and Bobby are doing Great - they are great people I will never forget. From a guy that never lost his temper on the field ---------- Bob Molle
Midge (Audrey) Jones
April 15, 2008
Dear Don,
I can't believe that I am finally going to try and put some words down on paper and that maybe I will even get through it. The last time I saw and spoke to you was on Monday evening, September 10th, 2001. You and Jessie came over to finalize the race plans(NASCAR) with your father to go to Dover on Saturday. I was at a church gathering and came in around 8:30 or so. Jessie and I chatted for a while and then you said you would have to go because school had just gotten under way and Jessie had to get up for school the next morning. We went outside and said our goodbyes, waved and that was our final encounter. The next morning was a beautiful day, sunny and quite warm. I went to work, it was a Tuesday and it was Board Meeting Day, and it was my job to arrange everything from an agenda to snacks and drinks for the board. I was making copies and had the radio playing softly in the background, when they interrupted and said a plane had flown into the World Trade Center building. Well, I went over to my bosses door and said, I just heard that a plane flew into the World Trade Center, and I said who would be so stupid to fly a plane into a building of that magnitude, my thinking being it was a small private plane. My boss walked back into the sale department and then came back and said to me, Midge, get your things, I'm taking you home. Well, I was confused and said why, what is the matter? He said calmly, "it's terrorists"....well I still didn't get it. But there was this terrible fear building up inside of me that told me not to ask questions that I didn't really want to know the answer to. We talked about it, I told him I was perfectly capable of driving myself home, but he would not listen. He also turned off the radio in his car. So, I am home and I put on the television, there was no one else at home that day and Lord, I saw what was going on. I could absolutely not believe my eyes. Well, it was his building that was burning, but I knew he was on the 105th floor, so I knew he would be able to get out of there somehow, or maybe he had been downstairs getting a bagel. He sometimes did that as he took the train at 5:20 am to be up there by 8:00. I wasn't at all worried because I just knew he would survive. I went over to his house and all of his wife (Susan's) relatives were there, just going on and on about evacuation and they have a plan and we just had to wait. and wait we did. I don't remember much of anything for those next few weeks. I know his family had a memorial service for him and I couldn't imagine why, since I knew he wasn't gone. I waited and waited and prayed and prayed and guess what? HE WAS GONE, OH GOD HELP ME, I COULDN'T EVEN SCREAM OR CARRY ON BECAUSE HE HAD BEEN GONE FOR SO LONG. To this day it is all I can do to get through the day. I put on the brightest and happiest face that I can, but inside everything is just broken. I love him so much, and I miss him terribly. His wife has remarried and has a wonderfully happy life and I am so pleased for her and the girls. I love them all dearly and I am fairly certain that they will never forget that big skinny guy they called husband and dad. I want to thank everyone for all the kind words and remembrances, I really do not remember who all did what, but I do know people have the most kind and wonderful spirit, and thank you from the bottom of my heart. Sincerely, Midge Jones, Mother of Donald William Jones, Cantor Fitzgerald, 105th floor, WTC
Ed Patton
September 10, 2007
Don
6 years, I can't believe it. It was 6 years ago yesterday that you sat in my kitchen as we registered your daughter for soccer. You were a great basketball coach and mentor to my daughter. Your smile always lit up a room. I feel a great void. I don't think it will ever go away. You will always be remembered
Doug Abraham
August 27, 2007
Happy Birthday!!!
P Tabbernor
November 18, 2006
In remembrance....
Kristine
November 2, 2006
As I stitched your name on the memorial that I am doing for all of the victims, I prayed for you and your family. Please know that your death was not in vain. We will always remember. God Bless.
Tony Gentile
September 30, 2004
I was saddened tonight to find out that Donnie Jones an old high school friend had passed in the 911 attack. I haven't seen Donnie since 1979. We used to work together at the old Keystone Race Track, talk about cars, and play just about any kind of sport you could. His presence will always remain with me, he was always someone you could count on to find a positive side to any situation.
Jim Brady
September 12, 2003
To the Jones Family,
I knew Don from the train, another Cantor employee introduced us. I always enjoyed his company and his conversation. My heart goes out to you his family.
karen bonner
September 11, 2003
my heart is broken forever more for all the families who lost their loved ones. god bless
Marie Ward
September 11, 2003
Unitl we meet again, we will miss you and we will love you .
Tom and Marie
Patricia Gordon
January 26, 2003
No matter how much time will pass, we will never forget the tremendous losses which struct us on 9/11.
I don't know your family, but my prayers go out to you. I believe God doesn't make things happen but certainly is there to help us through things that happen.
God bless.
Patricia G.
NANCY MCKINSTRY
September 11, 2002
DEAR DONALD,
IT'S BEEN 1 YR SINCE YOUR FAMILY,YOUR FRIENDS,YOUR LOVED ONES, AND THEIR FRIENDS HAVE LOST YOU ON THAT TRAGIC DAY. I'VE WATCHED YOUR MOTHER, MIDGE, COPE WITH THIS TREMENDOUS LOSS FOR THE PAST YEAR. WE'VE WORKED TOGETHER FOR OVER 10 YRS. AT PRSCO. THE PRIDE THAT SHE CARRIES WITH ALL THE MEMORIES OF YOU AS A LITTLE BOY GROWING INTO AN ADULT,BECOMING A HUSBAND AND A FATHER, POURS FROM HER SOUL AS SHE RELATES STORIES FROM YOUR LIFE ON MANY OCCASIONS. I FEEL I KNOW YOU, EVEN THOUGH I HAVE NEVER HAD THE PLEASURE OF MEETING YOU.
SEPTEMBER 11TH, 2001 BROUGHT GREAT SADNESS TO OUR COUNTRY. THE LOSS OF YOUR LIFE AND MANY OTHERS ON THAT DAY WILL LIVE IN THE HISTORY OF THIS COUNTRY FOREVER.
SINCERELY, NANCY MCKINSTRY
Rob Kerr
September 11, 2002
Don was a member on our softball Team, this past Sunday, we started playing again in our fall league. I can truly say the day seem to lack a little what Don brought each Sunday. Over a lifetime you meet a lot of people in life, some are gold and some our silver, Don truly was one of the golden people you'll ever meet. Take care Don, and have a great game up there.
Sharon Pyne
September 11, 2002
When my sister-in law told me she was going to mass for someone that was in the world trade center, I asked who. When she told me Your name, I couldn't believe it. I remembering coaching your daughter Meghan in soccer. I never forgot you and your family,you and your family kindness left such an impression on me. I always thought how wonderful you and your wife were. And the love the girls have for you. Even after moving from Fairless Hills, your name was always remembered. God Bless you and your family
Sharon, Scott ,Sean, Eric, Megan
Pyne
Heidi Capizzi
September 11, 2002
One of my first thoughts that day was of Don. It was a pleasure to have known Don, even if it was only for a short period of time. He will be missed.
Jim Klinefelter
September 10, 2002
I think of you and your family on a regular basis and miss you Don. I have many great memories of fun times we spent together and always picture you with a big smile on your face.
Jim Klinefelter
September 10, 2002
I think of you and your family on a regular basis and miss you Don. I have many great memories of fun times we spent together and always picture you with a big smile on your face.
Paul & Debbie Kochis
September 9, 2002
Not a day goes by that we do not think about Don and his family. Our thoughts and prayers are always with all of you. Even though we had gone our separate ways as our families grew, we always seemed to manage to meet up with each other at least once a year.
The friendship we shared will always be a part of our lives.
Candy Moyer
August 27, 2002
8/27/02 - Happy Birthday Don. It's been exactly one year today, since I have talked to you. I can still hear our conversation in my head. I think of you each morning and each night, and lots of times in between. I wish you were here in person, but I know that you will always be with me in my heart. Happy Birthday. I love you. Candy.
Bob Jones
August 20, 2002
There's not a day that goes by that I don't think about you.I wish I could talk to you so much.Love and miss you bro.
Kristen Liebsch
March 25, 2002
To the family of Don:
When I read Don's tribute, I couldn't help but think of so many men that I love: my husband, friends' husbands and my sister's husband, himself a huge Dallas Cowboy fan. Dallas lost one of its greatest fans on Sept. 11.
Your friends, the Gibbons family, talked about on this website that the last time they were together with Don was Labor Day Weekend. So, too, for my family, Labor Day was the last time we would ever see my sister depart happily from us, her husband by her side. I pray for her and for you that happiness is somewhere waiting.
I am sorry for your loss. I will pray for all of you in the Jones family for as long as it takes.
Kristen Liebsch
[email protected]
The DeLellis Family
February 20, 2002
Don,
When your sister called me the morning of 9/11 as the tragedy was unfolding, it just all seemed so unreal. For days everyone held onto hope because it just didn't seem possible that this had happened and you were gone. You will always be in our thoughts and prayers, and we'll remember you best with the smile you always had on your face whenever we saw you at Candy's for picnics and parties. We pray for your family so that they may find peace and comfort in knowing that you are with God, and we pray that you find peace in God's care. May God bless you and your family always.
Sandy Carango
February 17, 2002
Don, I see your picture every day as I have it up where we, Bucky and I see you every day. You are always near our hearts and you and your family are in our prayers. God Bless
Bill Gibbons
February 14, 2002
Don,
The last time we were together was at my wedding Labor Day weekend. I could never imagine what could happen just 10 days later. My heart was breaking when I found out you were taken back to God on that horrible day. Dawn and I simply felt helpless and heartbroken.
Thanks for being a great neighbor to me and my family (especially my mom, dad, and Robert). Thanks for being a father figure to Robert after my fahter's passing.
Every time I come back to my parents house and look across the street - I see an empty basketball court where you would shoot with Meggie and Jessica all night long. Its simply just not the same.
May God bless You, Susan, Jessica, and Meggan. You were a great neighbor and friend!!!
Love,
The Gibbons Family
Candy Moyer
February 8, 2002
Dear Don, It's been almost 5 months now since we lost you. I think about you every single day and wish so hard that we could change things. My kids keep telling me that we forgot to call you that morning to tell you not to go to work. We all miss you so very much. We love you and will never forget you. Love, Candy
February 8, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS BEAUTIFUL YOUNG MAN DONALD W.JONES AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK AND THE GOOD PEOPLE OF PENNSYLVANIA..MAY WE NEVER FORGET 9/11/01..MAY GOD GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN..AMEN
Kate Dudonis
January 8, 2002
To the tallest man I have ever had the pleasure of knowing and working with. I guess now you really do know if it is raining first. I miss you buddy. Take special care of your family and watch over all of us that are missing you.
Teresa Jahn
December 28, 2001
America Cries
We see your sorrow-
and our hearts cry....
We can not erase your pain
but you do not have to face the anguish alone-for we-
-the American people-
are beside you.
We so desperately want to have the touch that brings you comfort,
the strength that gives you courage,
and the words to lighten your spirits.
And when we are left speechless
may the silence of our nation weave love into your hearts
to ease your sorrow.
May you find healing through our nation's strength as we-
-the American people-
face this difficult time together. Our hearts are with you. Teresa Jahn
Dixon, IL
Pat Burns
December 1, 2001
Don:
It was a pleasure knowing you and experiencing college with you. You and your family are always in my thoughts and prayers.
Dianne Purdy
November 4, 2001
My Prayers continue for your family. It has now been almost 2 months since the tragedy but my heart still aches for your great loss. If only I had the words to comfort you.
Barbara Bolin
September 24, 2001
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU ALL.MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
DONALD MAY YOU REST IN PEACE.
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