Ned Jones Obituary

Athens Ned Wayne Jones, a proud United States Army Veteran, was welcomed into heaven on November 2, 2023. Born 76 years ago on March 9, 1947 in Martins Ferry, Ohio, he began his adventures as a "Boy from Bulltown", which he authored chronicling his various endeavors. A modern day Renaissance man, Ned did everything with exuberance, grit, and drive. He was the proud founder of Twin Oaks Refrigeration and worked there daily until his last retirement in 2012.

Ned was cherished and loved by his wife of 56 years, Debbie. Together they traveled the world and made a difference to anyone they met. Ned was a proud dad to 5 children, Dawn (Jerry) Green, Tabitha (Andy) Bond, Joshua (Katja) Jones, Michelle (Christopher) Jackson, and Michael Jones (Louis Andrade). He was always ready for an adventure or story with his 11 grandchildren, Gabby, Wes, Emily, Aaron, Allison, Kyle, John, Hayley, Tommy, Mackenzie, Justin, Andy, Cameron, Lillian, Trenton, Marissa, and Viktoria. Also, his 10 great-grandchildren, Karsen, Kalum, Weston, Bryson, Amelia, Eliza, Annie, Myles, Waylon, and Baby Fox. Poppy will always be our greatest adventure.

Ned will also be missed by his siblings Jane White, Barbara Kelley, Noreen Jones, Mary Beth (William) Yaeger, Bonnie Travis (Joe Busby), Ralph (Patricia) Jones, and Pam (Michael) Cox, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Greeting him in heaven are his parents, Ralph and Mary Jane Jones, brother Clair Jones, and brother-in laws Howard Kelley, Paul White, special nephew Eric Jones, many family members and dear friends.

Ned fought his battle with Alzheimer's and Dementia valiantly, and as his family we lost him to the disease, but he has now won. In lieu of flowers, we encourage you to donate to the Alzheimer's foundation (Alz.org) in his honor. His final arrangements have been managed by Jagers and Sons in Athens, Ohio and Conner-Westbury in Griffin, Georgia. The family would also like to extend our deepest gratitude to his granddaughter, Emily Howell and the care team at Ohio Home Health Hospice. To honor his wishes, there will be a celebration of his life at a later date. Please share a memory, a note of condolence or sign the online register at www.jagersfuneralhome.com.

Ned was a generous man, always sharing a great story or laugh. As you remember him, be kind, turn up a favorite song, and dance. Ned Jones

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Published by The Athens Messenger on Nov. 8, 2023.

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Tim Bazar

August 1, 2024

I just heard of Ned’s passing ,my sympathy to his family, I still remember the time he took me and some friends in Clair’s new Mustang! And yes he had permission

Tracey Westfall

November 15, 2023

Ned, was a positive influence on my career. I always have appreciated his joy and encouragement. Journey well, my friend. The Angels hold your hand.

Karen Fabry

November 15, 2023

We are praying that God's love and the thoughts of the many people whose lives Ned touched will be a source of strength and comfort.
As you know, Deb, Ned was a favorite person of mine in high school. He will be missed by so many.
God loves you Deb and the entire Jones family
Karen Fabry

Chuck Moore

November 13, 2023

prayers to the family Ned was a good friend growing up in bull town

Ledra Tanner

November 12, 2023

My deepest sympathy for Debbie and the rest of the family.

Becky Pontia Robey

November 9, 2023

Debbie and family Prayers for strength and healing at this difficult time Ned grew up with his family in the same neighborhood as I did Have very fond memories of the Jones family

Grace Coen

November 9, 2023

Deborah I’m very sorry for your loss Elmo Passed in 1996. You & Ned knew he and Randy more than myself. Me only on Phone God Bless ❤

Sandra Erwin

November 9, 2023

I’m so sorry for your family’s loss. Ned was a wonderful Man.

Pam Bond

November 8, 2023

So sorry Ned was a good person and neighbor my condolences to all the family ❤

Sharen Sako Ehler

November 8, 2023

Always a fun Guy. Prayers for your Family

Bettylou Belanick EDMUNDSON

November 8, 2023

Deb was my childhood friend since age 3, as we both lived on Sheets St in MFO, until she met Ned and married him at age 16, I think . Since they moved from the Ohio Valley I would only see Ned on rare occasions such as MF Class reunion s. My most familiar and fond memories were seeing him in his beloved hot -rod like car, picking up Deb from high school
and parking it in front of Debs house on almost a daily basis . Two young people. Crazy in love with one another . He had a sense oh humor, (much like his younger brother Ralph, who was in my class .) Their young marriage beat all the odds as most don’t expect a first love to be the only lasting love during an entire lifespan ! A beautiful couple , who had a rich life , in terms of family and friends . I know Debs devotion in her caregiving for Ned , was premier in time and quality . Hugs to Deb and children. Lucy

Kay Lindgren

November 8, 2023

Ned was a wonderful person and a dear friend to me and my husband. We had such great times together and memories I will always cherish.

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