Mr. James Edward Jones, 68 of McDonough passed away May 16, 2021. He was born in Atlanta, Georgia on August 27, 1952 to Robert and Betty Jones. Jim enjoyed writing music, singing and was a song director at church. He and his wife and daughter sang as a trio at McDonough Baptist Tabernacle. Jim owned Happy J's in Covington for 15 years and then worked for TJH Transport as a delivery man. Mr. Jones is survived by his wife of 43 years Betty, children, Jamie (Renee) Gladney of Williamson, Stephen (Stephanie) Jones of Cumming and Joy (Chris) Barfield of Locust Grove. Five grandchildren, Tyler Jones, Taylor Gladney, Caslyn Barfield, Hannah Gladney and Bentley Jones. His sister, Diane Wood of Commerce, GA, a brother, Danny (Lanell) Jones of Melbourne, FL and his sister, Sharon (Gary) Edge of Jonesboro, GA, also survive Jim along with numerous nieces and nephews. The family will greet friends on Wednesday, May 19, 2021 from 12pm - 2pm at Haisten Funeral Home in McDonough. Chris Barfield, Dr. Kenneth Hansard, Sr. and Dr. James West will officiate the funeral at 2:00pm following the visitation. Interment will be held at Eastlawn Memorial Park in McDonough.
