James Edward Jones

James Edward Jones obituary

James Edward Jones

James Jones Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Family Service Funeral Parlor on Sep. 11, 2025.

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James Edward Jones, age 78, of Jal, NM passed away on Wednesday, September 10, 2025 in Odessa, TX. James was born on October 31, 1945 in Yazoo City, MS to Edwin and Nettie (Cantrell) Jones. He married Nancy Dawson on September 1, 2000 in Jal, NM and they celebrated 25 years together.

James was a hardworking man and spent many years working for Clark Well Service. He spent years traveling the world for work. He enjoyed fishing and collecting coins. James enjoyed working outside and could often be found doing yardwork for people he knew.

James was preceded in death by his parents: Edwin and Nettie Jones; sisters Dorothy McKay, Susie Jones, Doris Little, and Nancy Jones; brother: Jerry "Buddy" Jones and granddaughter: Olivia Jones.

He is survived by his sons: Billy Jones of Jal, NM, Robert Dawson and wife Penny of Lovington, NM; daughters: Donna Peugh and Jal, NM and Julie Marquez and husband Alejandro of Jal, NM; brother: Melvin Jones of California; and grandchildren: Janie Jones Maxwell and Daniel Jones.

A private memorial service will be held at a later date.

Arrangements are entrusted to Family Services Funeral Parlor and condolences may be sent to the family at www.fs-fp.com.

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