Shannon Jones

To the entire Jones family I'm really sorry to hear about Shannon's passing. He was a great guy who spent most of his time concerned about the well-being of others. I lost my dad nearly ten years ago and seldom is there a day when something doesn't remind me of him. My oldest son is named Shannon and from this day forward I'll think of your dad often when I see my son.

To aunt Dolly and all my cousins.
I sincerely know what you guys are going through, after losing my own father five years ago. Dad and uncle Shannon not only looked alike, from everything I have heard over the years and from what I have read here they held the same values. Family Family Family....I remeber many years ago, my husband was traveling from Houston to Wisconsin on business and was snowed in, in Chicago at the airport, my dad called Uncle Shannon to check the weather and he offered to drive over and pick him up and ride out the weather at his house. Always thinking of someone else!! I know my dad was welcoming his big brother with open arms in heaven......
God Bless all of you....
Lisa, Mark and Marli Scott
ps....Aunt Claudie sends her love

Martha,
Sorry to hear about the death of your dad. I remember when my dad died, it took a while to heal from it but I knew I had to go on with my life. At least he is in heaven waiting us as I know your dad must be.

MY HERO - My grandfather was my hero. He was my hero because he taught me how to be a better person. He taught me that materials things aren’t important but putting a good meal on the table for our family and friends to share wonderful times together over was. He taught me that you don’t have to make promises to anyone that you will do this or that; you just had to be there when they needed you. I can’t think of another person that jumped at the chance to help out his family or friends like my grandpa did. If you ever needed something and called Shannon, you were making the right decision and you knew it. Because he would make sure that whatever it was that you needed, he would fix it or make sure that it got fixed. He taught me that being someone special didn’t mean that you had to make a lot of money or be successful or try and change the world; that just opening your heart to the people around you can make all the difference in the world. My grandpa has taught me so many things in my life and I will be so blessed to pass those things on to my own children. And if you had the privilege of knowing him, then you should truly feel HONORED because a man like that only comes along once in a lifetime. If you are reading this now, its probably because Shannon affected your life in one way or another. He opened his heart, his home and his kitchen to everyone that he knew. He was the kindest and warmest person on this earth. If I can manage to be half the person that he was in his lifetime, I know that I will be loved too. There are so many things that I wish I would have had the chance to tell him but most of all I just want to hold him. I want to tell him that I love him and that I will miss him forever. Grandpa, you will be in my heart forever. I am truly saddened by this loss. The world is a lesser place without you. (And for those of you that were wondering, I had the honor of working with my grandpa in his kitchen on many occasions and I did learn how to make grape leaves, baklava and a few other favorites!) Love you best! Your favorite (and heartbroken) granddaughter, Miranda

I just heard the bad news today. I am so sorry for your loss. Shannon was a wonderful man. The many times that I visited your home, I could always feel the love that he had for Dolly and his children and grandchildren. He always made me feel like part of the family too. Even today, when I think of "family", yours comes to mind first. I miss all of you. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

I'm so sorry Sheri, I just can't imagine my life without my father. My heart goes out to you.
Remember, I Love you always.

Kathy Rambo (Buncich)

I feel such a profound sense of loss at the passing of my beloved uncle Shannon Jones. Shannon was a warm and gentle person who enjoyed life and lived it to the fullest. Even in the hardest of times, he thought first of others and was such a caring and giving person. He shared freely of himself and was always there to help and, of course, to offer his opinions and advice! Uncle Shannon approached life with enthusiasm, hard work, a positive attitude and always, an infectious sense of humor. Over the years, he became more and more special to me and my family. I truly enjoyed conversing with him and observing what a wonderful husband and father he was -- and how much he loved his children and my Aunt Dolly. He appreciated people and opened his arms to everyone. He had a way of making each and everyone feel special. At family gatherings I always looked for Shannon, for that big smile and a big hug! I never got a chance to tell him how much I learned from his example and how much I loved him.

Aunt Dolly, and Ronnie, Rick, Cathy, Randy, Kim, Mitch, Martha and Sheri – Please know that our hearts go out to you and we share in your loss.
We love you!
Sally and Larry Crawford

Dear Dolly and family, my heart goes out to you. I am so sorry for your loss. I hope you are all coping well.

Grandma Dolly and Family: I knew I would regret not getting up at the service today and letting you know publicly what it has meant to have the Jones family in our lives. I just didn't know if I could do it. But I had to let you know somehow. When our dad died, it was very untimely. Mike and Cathy had not been married that long and Myles was not a year old; Miranda was still a little girl. Our mom did not take my dad's passing very gracefully. It took her a long time to lose the anger of his passing. There were countless times that Shannon helped our mom with anything she needed in the upkeep of her home and eventually the mobile home. The legacy left by Shannon is the way the family was raised by he and Dolly. When our dad died, the entire Jones family was at our side through the funeral and thereafter. When our mom had her stroke, Mitchell spent the entire day looking for Cathy and Mike to tell them what happened and he did not stop until he found them. Cathy was and continues to be a rock for Michael and I in the care of our mom. I can go on and on. But anyone who knows the Jones family knows their love for helping at the drop of a hat is unending. We truly appreciate all you have done for our family and continue to do. Our mom is always treated with the utmost respect and affection and although she can't verbalize it, she is grateful. I just want to thank you for letting us in your lives and how proud I am to be an "in-law". Shannon is with his relatives and looking down on everyone with pride.
Love to all, Sandi(Mike's sister) and family and Sophie.

Dear Family,
I'm saddened by the loss of someone who was very instrumental with the development of my younger years. If it wasn't for Mr. Jones and the rest of the Jones family I don't know where I would be today. Please accept my sincerest condolences and know that you are all in my thoughts today and always. With much love Warren!

To the Jones's family,
I just heard of the passing of Shannon. I work for Shannon at SouthLake Mental for 3 summers. He was the best boss I have ever had and really treated us like family. He was always working or helping someone out in a jam. You never get a chance to meet a person like Shannon...but when you do...you never forget him.. My sympathies to Dolly and the family.

DOLLY I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.

Dolly, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Shannon was one great guy and I will miss him greatly. It's not gonna be the same without him giving me a hard time when he would come through my checkout lane at Meijer. Again, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Cathy, Martha, and the rest of the Jones Family . . .

Deepest condolences on your loss from all of us.

Dear Dolly and Family,
We have many good memories of the times we were able to share with you, Shannon, and your great family.As my dad would say," The people we love never live long enough." I'm sure Shannon and our sister Millie will be sharing a cup of coffee and a cigarette right now in Heaven.
Our love and prayers are with you.
George and Sue Haddad

dear family of shannon's sorry for your lost.we did go back a long way with all of you.may god bless you all

Dolly and family,
I am truly sorry for you're loss.
A man that dedicated so much of his time on earth in aiding those less fortunate can only be in one place now. Shannon's legacy of helping those in need is alive and well.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

BOAT FOR SALE - Previous owner used only a few times - those times included fishing on the lake with his wife Dolly (they didn't catch any)skiing with his kids and grandkids (tubing was the best). Its funny to think that the boat cost more than your first house did....The house came in your late 30s to raise 8 children and the boat in your 70s - probably to forget you raised 8 children, lol. Thanks for showing us that it is never too late in life to have fun, to create memories that will last a life time,not only for your children but also for the grandchildren. I have so many that I will continue to share with my children. I love you so much and your passing, while it has left me feeling a void inside, also has me wondering one thing - did you show Mom how to make the Baklava!! Hugs and kisses to you always....your daughter, number 8.