of Jonesboro, AR
January 6, 1951 - April 3, 2025
James Anthony Jones, known to his family and friends as Jim, of Jonesboro, AR passed away Thursday, April 3, 2025 at St. Bernards Hospital at the age of 74 years. He was born in Brooklyn NY to Anthony James and Helen (Donnelly) Jones. Jim worked 32 years for the Department of Labor. He loved to read, was an active member and sponsor of AA meetings. He was a cancer survivor. Jim was a godly man, and had a beautiful soul and he loved to help people.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents; and a sister, Maurene Jones.
Survivors include his loving wife of 24 years, Shirley (Davis) Jones; three sons, Tony Jones, Richard (Amy) Jones and Timothy Gregson; a daughter, Tonya (Chris) Stevenson; nine grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and a sister, Susan Gulizia.
A memorial visitation will be held Monday, April 7, 2025 from 10 am to 11:30 am at Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home, 1900 West Washington Avenue in Jonesboro.
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13 Condolence(s)
Al Stewart
Friday, April 4, 2025
I’m so sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. I worked with him for many years at the Department of Labor. He was a true professional, kind, and honorable. He will be missed. My condolences to his family and friends.
Deborah England
Friday, April 4, 2025
My brother of the heart! Such a gentle giant. I know you are devastated Shirley. You and the family will be in my thoughts and prayers
Roberta Dement
Friday, April 4, 2025
Jim was one of the good guys. He will be greatly missed
Shirley you and your family are in my prayers
Cherish your wonderful memories they will help you make it through
God is with you
Robert Nardoza
Friday, April 4, 2025
Many good times and laughs. Rest in Peace Jim
Michel Smyth
Friday, April 4, 2025
I am so sorry to read this. Jim and I worked together at DOL. He was always so well prepared, and more important, so very pleasant to work with. He exemplified public service in the best tradition of that term.
Angie Weston
Friday, April 4, 2025
I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for you.
Lee and Kevin Homewood
Friday, April 4, 2025
Our deepest condolences. Jim was a wonderful man, father and husband.
Danna Deaton
Friday, April 4, 2025
I loved Jim so much and he was a vital part of my journey. God Bless your Shirley and his family
Linda Nelson
Thursday, April 3, 2025
Rest in peace Jim, you will be missed,
Edward Nardoza
Thursday, April 3, 2025
So many memories of happy times in Brooklyn at the Jones’s. Rest in peace, Jim.
Shirley Jones
Thursday, April 3, 2025
The love of my Life. Your going to be missed by so many But I will miss you more than anyone can know.
Gloria Armstrong
Thursday, April 3, 2025
I am so sorry, Tonya
Carole Edgar
Thursday, April 3, 2025
Jim was a such a kind man and always offered a smile. He will be greatly missed