William M. "Bill" Jones, 86, of Maumelle, AR, was called by his Savior, Jesus Christ, to join the Church Triumphant, on July 6, 2024. He was surrounded by family and friends who rejoiced in his peaceful home-going.
He was preceded in death by his parents Hirschel Francis Jones and Mary Lucille Leonard Jones of Newark, AR, and his sister Barbara Huskey of Bauxite, AR.
Bill is survived by his wife, Kathy of 35 years; his daughter, Katina Marie Jones of Plano, TX; two brothers, Leonard (Louise) Jones of Cabot, AR; and Lyndell (Cathy) Jones of Newark, AR. Several nieces, nephews, and many friends remain to cherish his memory.
Bill was a graduate of Oil Trough High School in Oil Trough, AR. He attended Arkansas State University in Jonesboro, AR studying business and accounting. He was employed by the Dr Pepper Bottling Co. in Dallas, TX; Pepsi-Cola Co. in Little Rock, AR; and Snapple Beverage Group in Little Rock, AR. After retiring from the "soda pop" business in 2002, he was a consultant for New Age Beverage in Little Rock, AR.
He also served in the Arkansas National Guard and Army Reserve from 1956-1966.
Bill was an avid golfer, a sport he greatly missed during his recent illness. During his career, he was able to play many well-known golf courses throughout the United States, of which he often reminded his fellow players.
The family would like to express grateful appreciation to Elite Hospice in Bryant, AR, for the loving care his nurses provided during his illness.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials by made in Bill's name to Elite Hospice, 4000 Hwy. 5, Ste. 5, Bryant, AR, 72022.
A visitation for Bill will be held Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 10:00 AM at First Baptist Church Maumelle, 100 Valencia Dr, Maumelle, AR. A funeral service will occur Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 11:00 AM, 100 Valencia Dr, Maumelle, AR. A private family burial will occur Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 1:00 PM at Rest Hills Memorial Park, 7724 Landers Rd, North Little Rock, Arkansas 72117.
