Gary Jones Obituary
He was a loving husband, dad, and grandfather. He retired from Boeing and in his retirement enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his wife Claudette Jones.
Gary is survived by his daughter Kellie Cochran and husband Steve Cochran; grandson Wilson Cochran; brother Larry Jones and wife Gayle; sister Theresa McKenrick; sister-in-law Paulette Goodman and husband Benny Goodman; brother-in-law Biff Wilson; nieces and nephews Travis and Stephanie Goodman, Chad and Kellie Wilson, Boone Wilson, Dillion and Mikhalia Wilson, Geri and Terry Hopper, Allison and Daniel Morgan, Julie and Kevin Bradford; great niece and nephew Brady and Bryson Goodman, Maddox, Maverick, Mac, Monroe and Myles Wilson, Owen and Hutson Wilson; very special friends who are like family Jan and Brian Roberts and their son Matt Roberts. Cousins who were like brothers Rodney, David Alfred, Shelly, Chester, better known as "The Jones Boys", the memories of trail rides to horse shows were super special to Gary and a host of other family members and great friends.
A graveside service will be held on Monday, December 22, 2025, at 11:00 A.M. at Western Cemetery in Coalfield.
Jackson Funeral Home and Cremation is in charge of all arrangements.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Gary C. Jones, please visit our floral store.
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