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Walter attended Hargrave Military Academy and graduated from Atlantic Christian College (Barton College) in 1966. After serving 4 years in the NC National Guard (1967-1971), he began a career in business.
In 1982, Walter was elected as a Democrat to the NC House of Representatives, serving 5 terms representing Pitt County. After his father announced his retirement from Congress in 1992, Jones decided to follow in his footsteps. He ran for his father's seat as a Democrat in 1992 but was defeated.
In 1994 he switched parties and ran as a Republican for the 3rd district of NC and remained in office until his death. He was a passionate supporter of the military and served on the Armed Forces Committee. In addition, he stood for campaign reform and preserving the natural resources of the Outer Banks of NC and protection for the horses at Shackleford Banks.
Walter will be remembered not only as a devoted husband and father with a strong Catholic faith, but a man of the people. He always stood for his principles and served his country with honesty, moral courage, and integrity.
The family wishes to thank Dr. Tae Lee and all of the staff of The Service League of Greenville Inpatient Hospice for their kindness and compassionate care.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks to consider donations to the Semper Fi Fund, The Service League of Greenville Inpatient Hospice, or The ALS Association-NC Chapter.
Congressman Jones will lie in repose Wednesday, February 13th at St Peter Catholic Church in Greenville NC from 4pm to 8pm for those who wish to pay their respects.
Funeral will be held at St Peter Catholic Church Thursday, February 14, at 1:30 P.M.
Private family interment to follow.
Online condolences may be made at www.farmvillefh.com.
Funeral arrangements by Farmville Funeral Home.
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Memories and Condolences
for Walter Jones
Raymond Celeste, Jr.
February 7, 2021
I think Congressman Jones’ constituents benefited greatly by his leadership. He always had their best interest in mind. He worked many a congressional case on their behalf. He was a relentless advocate for his constituents, day in and day out! I am a better person for knowing him and learned a great
deal from him. God bless him and his beloved family! Semper Fidelis, Colonel Ray Celeste Jr., Colonel, U. S. Marine Corps (Ret.)
Colone Raymond Celeste, Jr. USMC
February 26, 2019
A Tribute to Congressman Walter B. Jones
By Colonel Ray Celeste Jr., U. S. Marine Corps (Retired)
I had the pleasure and good fortune to have served with Congressman Walter B. Jones for almost eight years in his D. C. office as his Military Legislative Assistant. He was an American icon of virtue and American values. He loved America and his constituents deeply. He worked tirelessly on their behalf for many decades. He stood up against injustices that many of them faced.
He had an iron-will to do what was best for his constituents. His will was strong and unflinching. We, as part of his staff, worked to ensure we represented the congressman as best as possible and to be as helpful as possible to him and our constituents of the 3rd District. His constituents' services were renowned.
Congressman Jones was the epitome of a public servant. He was always working for the betterment of his people. He was their divine servant. He greatly appreciated the sacrifices our military veterans have made for our great Nation.
He also appreciated the sacrifices the families make. The general public sometimes overlooks these sacrifices. He did a lot of work in promoting the proper education of military children who are autistic through the use of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
Congressman Jones worked tirelessly to help treat service members and Veterans who suffer from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and those that suffer from Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). He promoted the use of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT). He did not think this was a cure-all for PTSD or TBI, but as one of treatment methods that that should be available to service members and Veterans. He authored a legislative provision that was adopted in the Fiscal Year 2017 National Defense Authorization Act (FY 2017 NDAA). This provision allows for the use of HBOT to be used as a treatment method for PTSD/TBI by the Department of Defense (DoD).
He was shocked at the overuse of drugs to treat PTSD/TBI where there was no conclusive clinical trial done that proved a certain regime of drugs could cure or alleviate the horrible mental and physical impacts of PTSD/TBI. In some, if not many, cases it made matters worse. He was shocked at the over reliance on the use of drugs.
Congressman Jones looked for wholeistic methods to treat PTSD/TBI such as the use of service dogs. He also admired the positive influence influences of yoga and combat acupuncture.
Congressman Jones was the Republican lead on the legislation to honor Purple Heart recipients and other American heroes by giving them access to Department of Defense commissaries and recreation facilities. The Purple Heart and Disabled Veterans Equal Access Act of 2018 extends access to commissaries and Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) facilities to Purple Heart recipients, all veterans with a service-connected disability, Medal of Honor recipients, former prisoners of war, and veteran caregivers. Commissaries are grocery/department stores on military installations that sell food and some household items. MWR facilities offer a range of services on bases including libraries, outdoor recreation, dining, golf courses, and sports and fitness centers. It was adopted in the Fiscal Year (FY) 2019 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
Two words sum up Congressman Walter B. Jones. He was highly principled and he was a statesman. He thought we, as a Nation, must look at what is best in the U. S.'s interests first. He was not an isolationist, but he did think the U. S. was allowing itself to be taken advantage of by our allies.
Congressman Walter B. Jones was a once in a lifetime member of Congress. God bless him, his wife Joe Anne, and their daughter, Ashley. Semper Fidelis.
Rosemarie Roper
February 16, 2019
Walter jones, Jr. was an outstanding person as a person who believe in God and live that wa. He was also a person who represented allthe people and tried to help all people. He was a Godly man, loved his family and country. His legacy will live on forever.
Shane Barlowski
February 16, 2019
I'm an alt-left Democratic Socialist and I never voted for him but I admire Jones for his anti-war stance, support for medical marijuana access for veterans, and I endorsed him in his last re-election bid in 2018. May he rest in peace. He used to be my Congressional Member until 2009 when I moved.
Vickie Bandy
February 15, 2019
I am saddened to just learn of the passing of Congressman Walter Jones while reading The Washington Post. Having retired from Cap. Hill, I fondly recall many times of meeting Congressman Jones in the hallway of the Rayburn Building and or sharing an elevator ride. He was such a nice man - a man of integrity and never failed to acknowledge your presence. On those occasions, we often shared an encouraging word about our faith in an environment that often tested one's unwavering faith in our Lord. Please accept my deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathy. Retired Capitol Hill Staffer.
Sam Byrd
February 15, 2019
Our condolences go out to Walter's family and friends in his passing. I was fortunate to have worked with Walter as staff during his terms of office in the N.C. General Assembly. He not only was one of my bosses but more importantly was a very dear friend and confidant. When he was elected to Congress I was glad that many, many more folks would get to know what kind of man Walter truly was. Rest in peace, my Friend.
February 15, 2019
May the God of all comfort sustain your family during the days ahead Psalms 119:76
Tom Filkins
February 14, 2019
My family remembers Congressman Walter Jones as being a great human being and a true representative of the people of this great state. We send our prayers to Walter's family and will always remember what a true patriot he was.
John Michael Moore
February 13, 2019
One of the kindest, most sincere, and most dedicated men I have ever known. I will miss your wisdom, and guidance in helping Veterans in this area, and I will always be thankful for all the help you gave over the years. Rest in peace embraced by the hand of God my friend..
Mary Hooks
February 13, 2019
I always enjoyed my conversations with you. You were such an easy person to talk to. You surely will be missed. May you rest in peace.
T.J.
February 12, 2019
Thank you Sir for being a voice for veterans and their loved ones. Your hard work and dedication will not be forgotten. May God comfort your loved ones
February 12, 2019
Our sincerest condolences to the Jones family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Liz Correllus & family
February 12, 2019
We are so sorry about Walter. I worked with him at wachovia bank and he was a man of high morals. Still have the key right of over 40 years. With deepest sympathy. Nola and Jack overton
Virgil Goode
February 12, 2019
It was an honor to serve in Congress with Walter Jones. He was fearless in fighting for eastern North Carolina and our country even when it meant taking on the established leadership. He was a true Christian gentleman and his voice and leadership will be greatly missed.
Martha Brock
February 12, 2019
Peace be with you. Please look down with Grace from above to care always for those whom you served and loved so well here on planet Terra.
February 12, 2019
The Honorable Walter B. Jones Jr. was a great man and a hero
to all citizens seeking honesty, integrity, and valor in our
representatives. Rest in Peace, dear soul. Thank you for
your service. You gave us hope in these days so lacking.
Joanne D. Hartigan Boise ID
Luther Rymer
February 12, 2019
It is with sad hearts that we ask that you all accept our most sincere condolences. Your Family will be remembered in our prayers as will Mr. Jones. His loss will be felt by many throughout North Carolina and also across this nation as he was truly not only a good Congressman, but a good person. May God provide comfort for you all now, and always.
Sincerely,
Luther Rymer
Sevierville, TN (formerly of Jacksonville)
claude hurt
February 11, 2019
To the Family. "Death brings pain that only time can heal,
No words could ease what we truly feel;
But with God, his joy is eternally sealed,
And cherish his memories that death can't even steal.
Lift up a smile for he is already in Paradise" A great person .Claude Hurt
Bobby O
February 11, 2019
Rest in peace. your honesty, integrity and compassion were greatly appreciated. God bless you and your family
S Jones
February 11, 2019
Prayers to the family Mr Jones was a truly special man, he will be greatly missed
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