John enlisted in the United States Army in 1969 and served admirably for 10 years. He completed tours in Vietnam and in Germany. Sergeant Jones was awarded 6 medals for his honorable service.
Faith and family were unquestionably the centerpiece of John’s life. He was enthusiastic about his Baptist faith; sharing it wherever he travelled.
John is preceded in death by his wife Delores, parents, a step daughter, a grandson, a brother, two sisters and two nephews.
John is survived by his step daughter Susan(Michael) Obi, step son Michael Zmuda, son in law Brian Stockli, and sister in law Pat Jones; as well as 13 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, 5 nieces and 5 nephews.
A funeral service for John will be held Friday, August 12, 2022 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Hardage-Giddens, Riverside Memorial Park & Funeral Home, 7242 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32205. Following the funeral service will be a committal service from 12:30 PM to 1:00 PM at Jacksonville National Cemetery, 4083 Lannie Road, Jacksonville, FL 32218.
In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to the Disabled American Veterans in John’s name.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.hgriversidefuneralhome.com for the Jones family.
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