Robert E. "Bob" Jones

Robert E. "Bob" Jones obituary, Griffin, GA

Robert E. "Bob" Jones

Robert Jones Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Haisten McCullough Funeral Home on Nov. 7, 2025.

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Mr. Robert E. "Bob" Jones, age 78, of Locust Grove, Georgia, passed away peacefully on November 6, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Jones was born in Dothan, Alabama on July 28, 1947.
He lived a life defined by honor, hard work, and devotion to his family. A proud United States Marine Corps veteran, he served his country with courage and distinction during the Vietnam War, carrying the values of service, loyalty, and integrity throughout his life. Following his military service, Mr. Jones enjoyed a long and successful career with Eastman Kodak, where his strong work ethic and dedication earned the respect of his colleagues and friends. Mr. Jones was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who cherished every moment spent with his loved ones. His wisdom, humor, and kind spirit will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
He was preceded in death by his father, Marvin O. Jones; his mother, Mandy Louise Jones; his brother, Marvin Z. Jones; and his stepdaughter, Lori Drake. Survivors include his loving wife of 25 years, Georgia Wilson Jones of Locust Grove, Georgia; daughters, Michelle J. Buchan of Ormond Beach, Florida, and Sherry Redman (Todd)of Ormond Beach, Florida; stepsons, William Wilson (Jackie) and Mike Wilson(Connie); granddaughters, Taylor Troupe (Trey), Kaitlin Redman, Lauren Dingman(Eric), Morgan Moore (Conner), Madison Morris (Brock), and Heather Wilson; grandson, Wilson Drake (Ella), great-grandchildren, Avaleigh Lewis, Brinleigh Troupe, Caraleigh Troupe, Weston Dingman, Mary Wilson Morris, Davis Moore, William Morris, and Thomas Moore. Sister-in-law Brenda Hunton Sherwood (Mike), several nieces and nephews, especially his hunting buddy Cary who always called Bob "Dad".
Haisten McCullough Funeral Home of Griffin is in charge of arrangements. Visitation for Mr. Jones will be Monday, November 10th at 1:00PM at the funeral home with a memorial service at 2:00PM. Interment for Mr. Jones will be held at a later date at a National Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to a veterans' charity of your choice in memory of Mr. Jones.

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