Terry Glenn Jones

Terry Glenn Jones passed away peacefully in his home in Payson, Utah, surrounded by loved ones, after a long and courageous battle with multiple illnesses. He was born in Cedar City, Utah, to Aralda Jones and Mary Kathryn Marlin Jones Greenhalgh.

Terry married the love of his life, Shauna Lee Johnson, in 1971. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Swiss Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in 1972, beginning a lifelong partnership rooted in faith, devotion, and love.

A graduate of Payson High School’s Class of 1969, Terry attended Brigham Young University and later worked as a carpenter’s apprentice before answering the call to serve his country. In 1971, he was drafted into the United States Army. Deferred from deployment to Vietnam, he was assigned to Germany, where Shauna joined him in 1972. While there, they were blessed with their first child, Angela. Through dedication and faithful service, he rose to the rank of Sergeant (E-5) before receiving an honorable discharge in 1972.

In 1974, Terry reenlisted in the United States Army as a Sergeant (E-5). He served in Colorado and Kentucky and was appointed Drill Sergeant while stationed in Kentucky, achieving the rank of Staff Sergeant (E-6). He was honorably discharged in 1977.

Following his military service, Terry worked for the Union Pacific Railroad from 1973 to 1974 and again after his final discharge from the Army. He dedicated many years to the railroad, working as a locomotive engineer until his retirement in 2012.

Terry lived in Santaquin, Utah, for 43 years, where he built a life centered on family, faith, and community service. At the time of his passing, he was residing in Payson, Utah.

A devoted member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Terry served faithfully in many callings throughout his life, including Scout Cub Master, Scout Master, Young Men’s President, Bishop, High Counselor, Branch President, Ward Missionary, and Ordinance Worker in both the Provo and Payson Temples. He and Shauna also served together in the Independence Missouri Mission. His life was marked by humble leadership, steadfast testimony, and Christlike service.

Terry was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He is survived by his beloved wife, Shauna, and their children: Nanette (Clint) Marshall; Matthew (Tiffany) Jones; Joshua (RoShawn) Jones; and Teralee Jones. He is also survived by 26 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren, as well as his siblings Michael (Sigrid) Jones, Kim (Penny) Jones, and Kathy (Eric) Hyde.

He was preceded in death by his sister, Becky Nan Jones; his son, Nicholas Terry Jones; his father, Aralda Jones; his daughter, Angela (Ronald) Crook; his mother, Mary Kathryn Marlin Jones Greenhalgh; and his grandson, Hunter Jay Walker.

Terry will be remembered for his unwavering devotion to his family, his deep and abiding faith, his quiet strength, and the steady example he set for all who knew him. His legacy of service, integrity, and love will continue to live on through the generations he leaves behind.

The family would like to extend special thanks for the above-and-beyond care provided by Intermountain Health and Hospice, especially Margaret, Kathleen, Dave, Mike, and Wesley. They also express their gratitude to Brown Family Mortuary for the special way they have handled and assisted the family during this time.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 11:00 am at the Mt. View 1st Ward, 1138 E 100 S in Payson, Utah. Viewings will be Friday 5:00 to 8:00 pm at Brown Family Mortuary, 66 S 300 E in Santaquin and Saturday at the church from 9:30 to 10:45 am prior to the services. Interment with military honors will be in the Santaquin City Cemetery.