Fred Edward Jones, age 87, passed away July 2, 2016 in Jacksonville. He was born October 21, 1928 in Alabama. Fred was a loving father and grandfather. He is survived by his sons Larry D. (Karen) Jones, Ray E. Jones, Robert (Tanja) Towns, and Larry (Jane) Towns; daughters Dianne (Gary) Turner and Kristin (Jeff) Petersen; nine grandchildren Amy, Jason, Dennis, Jackie, Michele, Tamara, Michael, Alex, and Matthew; and many great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, July 6, 2016 at 2:00pm at Town and Country Funeral Home. Reverend W.O. Hesse, SR. will serve as officiant. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow in Riverside Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made to Vitas Hospice. HARDAGE-GIDDENS, TOWN AND COUNTRY Funeral Home, 7242 Normandy Boulevard is serving the family.