Jimmy Wayne Jones

August 01, 1941 - April 27, 2012

Obituary For Jimmy Wayne Jones

Jimmy Wayne Jones, 70, Raleigh, NC, passed away on Thursday, April 27th at the Durham VA hospice center after many years of dealing with the effects of myotonic dystrophy. He will be missed by all who knew him including those at Magnolia Glen. Jimmy was born in Greenwood, MS to James Wayne Jones and Frank Pinson Jones (both deceased). He graduated from Drew High in Drew, MS. In 1963, he graduated from the University of Mississippi with a BS in Chemical Engineering and also earned a MS in Engineering Administration from the University of Tennessee. He was a Captain in the United States Air Force and a Veteran of the Vietnam War. He was released from the military and began a career with Monsanto Corporation in Decatur, AL. He relocated in 1977 to Fayetteville, NC, where he participated in the start-up of a plant to manufacturer polyester yarn. He completed his career as Senior Staff Engineer and Senior Engineer in spinning process control. His hobbies included golf, bridge, bowling, crossword puzzles, telling jokes and Ole Miss Sports. He always had a quick wit and dry sense of humor. He enjoyed talking politics, was fiscally conservative, and a loving family man. Jimmy is survived by his younger brother Samuel C. Jones of Cleveland, MS and his two sons, Steven W. Jones and Alan F. Jones, both of Raleigh, NC. He also leaves behind five grandchildren; Connor Jones, Holden Jones, Evan Jones, Preston Jones and Ella Jones. Please make donations in Jimmyâ??s memory to Myotonic Dystrophy Foundation, 1259 El Camino Real, Ste. 150, Menlo Park, CA 94025, USA. Memorial Services will be held at a later date to be determined by the family.

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September 01, 2020

Kenny Strickland

Alan & Steve, I am sorry for your loss. Your dad was a great man and I am honored to have known him. I love you guys! KRS
September 01, 2020

Alan Jones

I love you Dad and will miss you always. Rest in Peace. Love your son, Alan
September 01, 2020

Skip and Amy Simmons

Alan and Steve, Very sorry to hear this news. I will always remember your father and the fun times we had camping. He will be missed and our thoughts are with you. Skip and Amy Simmons
September 01, 2020

Margaret Hedgecoe

Dear Steven and Alan, David, Anne, Joel and I send you and your families our sincere sympathy at the loss of your wonderful Dad. We always thought a lot of your family. Jimmy was smart and likeable and we have missed seeing you all the last few years. Pass his love on to your families and keep the good memories. Know that we love you too. Margaret Hedgecoe
September 01, 2020

Stuart Heishman

While I was not fortunate enough to meet Jimmy, I have had the privilege of getting to know his son Alan along with Priscilla, Preston and Ella. As I read Jimmy's obituary,I notice many of the positive traits that Alan exhibits everyday. A unique sense of humor,a conservative approach, a strong committment to family and a love for the game of golf. Without question, Jimmy's legacy will continue to live through Alan. God bless the Jones family. Stu
September 01, 2020

Priscilla

Jimmy was a wonderful father-in-law and grandfather. He was a very thoughtful man and had a great sense of humor. He enjoyed the simple things in life - reading, sports, working out and SWEETS. Jimmy's life lessons of being kind, forgiving, and nonjudgmental will always be remembered. I love you! Priscilla
September 01, 2020

julie cates neeley

I was so sorry to hear of your father's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Julie Cates Neeley
September 01, 2020

Harvey Faust

May God give you peace as you deal with you loss. We have lost a wonderful man here on earth, but the Lord has gained a Saint in His heaven.
September 01, 2020

Frances Raye Ward Corley

Although we only shared our high school years. You are fondly remembered and our loss has been Heaven's gain.