BUD ALAN JONES

Bud Alan Jones passed into the arms of our Lord and Savior, while surrounded by family. Bud was born to Howard and Verna Jones on March 20, 1948, in Fresno, CA. He graduated from Roosevelt High School in 1966, and obtained a degree in Mathematics from Fresno State College. He honorably served his country in the United States Navy aboard the USS Hancock during the Vietnam War. Bud was an auditor for the State Board of Equalization for over 35 years. With his wife Mardeen, they created a home filled with love and built on a spiritual foundation. His six grandchildren, Addison, Reese, Nash, and Sydney, the children of his son, Kevin; daughter-inlaw, Kim Jones; and Lila and Harper, the children of his daughter Heather and son-in-law, Sam Dalesandro; affectionately called him "Papa." He loved to cheer them on, support them, and encourage their passions. He was patient and always took extra time to teach them new things. Bud loved to take the "scenic route," often stopping at historical markers along the way, much to his children's dismay. Bud loved spending time with his friends, and created lasting memories with trips to Seattle, WA, Victoria B.C., Lake Tahoe, Florida, Washington D.C., London, Paris, and Italy. Dad was deeply dedicated to his community, volunteering and serving on the boards of the United Way and the State Center Credit Union. He was a master gardener and enjoyed volunteering at local public gardens. He also dedicated time to Pilgrim Armenian Church, where he and Mardeen were married and raised their children. Bud loved life, and fought hard to live. The family is grateful to Dr. Haseeb of cCare for his kindness and hope that he gave Bud. Bud remarked that he always felt better after seeing Dr. Haseeb. He is reunited with his parents; and brothers, Paul and Michael. Bud is survived by his wife; children; grandchildren; and his remaining six brothers and sisters, Peggy Risbeck, Bob Jones, Jim Jones, Veta Hall, Floanne Hunter, Coy Jones, and their families. A Celebration of Life will be held at Pilgrim Armenian Congregational Church, 3673 N. First Street, Fresno, CA, on Saturday, July 29, 2017, at 2:00 p.m., which would have been Bud and Mardeen's 45th wedding anniversary in the church where they were married. A reception will follow. A private interment will be held at the Fowler Cemetery. Rememberances may be made to Pilgrim Armenian Congregational Church; the Prostate Cancer Foundation, 1250 Fourth Street, Santa Monica, CA, 90401; or a charity of the donor's choice.